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You Bet You Want a Sport Boat! [Part I]

So you want to buy yourself a jet boat, huh? Did I say jet boat? Ahem…! Manufacturers and their marketing campaign managers want us to call them “sport” boats. Well, excuse us! If you’re sport boat enthusiast, then this article is for you.

Sports boats are proven, strong alternatives to most traditional stern-driven runabouts. They have similar and familiar propulsion so, it makes perfect sense that personal watercraft junkies draw straight to them.

However, some folks believe there are major shortcomings when it comes to sport boats. In this two-part article, we’ll explore the major advantages of sport boats. You’ll be surprised at the truth!

Safety: A Top Priority

Jet-powered boats are much safer for swimmers and water skiers. Why is this? There’s no propeller spinning below the surface. No one can criticize a jet-powered boat when it comes to safety. Think about it, when there is no propeller in the water it makes for a strong and safe vehicle.

Jet-powered sport boats have an enclosed jet pump system. The jet pump system keeps the swirling propeller out of the equation. This makes it safer for anyone outside the boat. Plus, there’s no bulky overdrive to strike and cause damage.

Sure, stern-drive boat manufacturers protect their props under extended swim platforms. Yes, this does a great job but when it comes down to it jet drive is safer all-around.

A Shallow Draft

This is another advantage of sport boats. We already know that the drive system is safe. With that awesome drive system comes an excellent draft. A jet’s typical draft is little more than 12”. It doesn’t hang low in the water like a stern-drive vehicle. So, why does a shallow draft matter? This means you can navigate much easier through shallow waters. You won’t have to worry too much about hitting underwater objects. If you avoid underwater objects you have little chance of damaging your prop or drive.

Plus, the shallow draft lessens your worry of running the vehicle aground. Let’s say you’re having a rough day and you do run aground. No worries, a jet-powered sport boat offers less resistance because of its sleek bottom and no drive
hardware. You’ll get out of your jam in no time!

Step on the Gas!

Jet-powered boats accelerate fast! If you want to get along the water in a hurry, this is the vehicle for you. Jet-drive sport boats accelerate harder from the start. Their get up and go is typically much stronger than their stern-drive
competition. Sport boats have a lower bowrise too. A higher bowrise usually makes the driver lose sight of the water ahead. So, a lower bowrise makes for an exciting and thrilling ride. It’s safer too because the captain is aware of his
surroundings all the time.

In the next article, we’ll discuss acceleration, handling, and other cool advantages of hitting the water in a sport boat. We are positive you will find many more advantages of jet-drive sport boats than disadvantages.

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