Re: Jet Boats
Bought a 23-foot Yamaha SR230 runabout last summer. I am fairly new to boating -- this is my second boat.
Pros: Price, acceleration and high-speed performance, styling, design (the SR230 has a great swim platform as a result of no outdrive), relative quietness of engines -- and did I mention price?
Cons: Docking and other low speed maneuvers take lots of practice to master. I'm still learning.
Bottom line: To me the design, styling and price of the boat are enough to offset the time required to master the low-speed handling. However, be prepared for some degree of initial frustration getting comfortable with the driving experience.
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