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Sea-Doo
180 Challenger by
Steve Fennell
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A real eye-grabber with style, form and functionality.
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model year never passes by without Sea-Doo making headlines.
This year the company will attract a lot of attention
with its all-new 180 Challenger, a 17-footer designed
with space, practically and several highlights for family
boating.
Sea-Doo claims the admiration for this model will start
right at the dock, and they are probably right. This
is a sleek looking runabout with a lot of sharp features.
There’s enough room to seat up to eight with the
large aft bench, two forward seats and ample seating
in the bow. A massive bow filler cushion is also available
to create a large sunpad up here.
Another impressive feature is the amount of cockpit
space - you don’t have to worry about tripping
over anyone’s feet when moving from bow to stern.
You also don’t have too worry about tripping over
essential boat gear either. Ample storage space is found
in the large in-floor locker and compartment in the
bow. There’s also a built-in cooler.
Non-slip grab handles and drink holders are found throughout
while entertainment is provided by the AM/FM/CD stereo
at the companion console. This console features a windscreen
and glove box to stow sunglasses or valuables.
The helm is a driver’s delight. It hosts another
windscreen plus the company’s Control Steering
System, a flush-mounted horn, navigation lights, auto
bilge pump/switch and full instrumentation. There’s
even an added adjustable mirror, providing an increased
field of view.
Sea-Doo has never slacked when it comes to powering
their sportboats and the 180 is no exception. She comes
standard with a supercharged Rotax 185 hp 4-TEC four-stroke
engine and if you need more boost, opt for the impressive
intercooled Rotax 215 hp supercharged engine, which
was engineered to deliver the perfect balance between
sport performance and recreation.
Of course no Sea-Doo would be complete about user-friendly
features for watersports. There’s a large swim
platform with grab handles for easy entry in and out
of the water plus a stainless steel tow-eye. A wake
tower is optional.
The Sea-Doo 180 is the ideal jet boat for the family.
It’s also economically priced with all the frills
for thrills and there’ s more than a handful of
useful amenities for fun times on the water. |
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