You’d be forgiven for thinking that a deck boat ” such as Princecraft’s Ventura 222 ” has an identity crisis. At once, it’s like a pontoon with wide-open space and comfortable bench seats, part fishing boat with trolling motor and bow casting deck, and part runabout with a watersports tow bar, smooth handling and solid performance.
Yet somehow, especially on the best deck boats, it all works together. And works well.
The Princecraft Ventura 222’s aluminum hull is lighter and requires less maintenance than fibreglass, yet still provides a solid ride and great tracking. Princecraft’s three-step construction process, using riveting, welding and aircraft grade adhesives, means these are some of the toughest deck boats out there. But they’re also mighty comfortable.
For 2015, Princecraft gives its deck boat line a makeover. with new colours and a fuel tank certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
More than 22 feet long, the Ventura 222 is a big boat. But it hops on plane; in less than five seconds you’re doing 20 miles per hour. With a cruising speed of 31.5 miles per hour and top speed just over 42 miles per hour, you don’t have to worry about sacrificing the fun of a runabout to get spacious, comfortable seating for 12 people.
And for the anglers in the family, the bow casting lounge seems straight off a dedicated fishing boat. So too does the livewell and seven-rod storage.
When it’s time to entertain, you’ve got a built-in cooler, a pop up privacy enclosure, and a full-width rear padded sundeck. And if you need a break from the sun, a Bimini top provides shade when you want it.
This is a perfect boat for someone who can’t get enough of the water but also wants to mix and match activities. You have the versatility you want, but it doesn’t feel like you’ve sacrificed anything.
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According: usboattest.com
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