Bayliner 217 SD Boat Test Notes

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Overview: A deck boat that offers many different ways to have fun on the water.

Concept: Provide the maximum amount of space possible for the LOA, as well as family-friendly watersports and fishing opportunities.

Construction

• Fiberglass-encapsulated stringer grid; stainless-steel fittings; heavy-duty marine-grade vinyl cushions; aft hatches have gas-assist struts.

Performance

• Zippy—we hit 47.2 mph!

Handling

• Predictable handling for V-hulls of this type and size.
• Broad foredeck knocks down spray.

Features

• Massive foredeck sunpad has room for three bathing beauties.
• A small portable MSD is hidden under the aft seats.
• Entertainment center has a cooler niche built in.
• Tower option turns it into a wakeboarding machine.
• Stowage compartments accessible from both cockpit and swim platform.

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This feature was posted on Friday, October 7th, 2011 at 8:06 am and is filed under Boat Test Notes, deck boat, Powerboat.

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