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Today's deck boats can compete on looks and performance with any other sport boat design

By Michael Verdon

March 14, 2007

Loaded with creature comforts and built for speed, deck boats have shed that pontoon / bowrider look of yesteryear and have evolved into a legitimate sport boat design. The class of 2007tends to fall into two categories: traditional-looking models that rely on proven cockpit layouts and deep-V hulls to generate family fun, or more adventurous models that boast head-turning designs.The good news is that with a broad range of price points and power plants, anyone can own a deck boat that quenches their water gene - whether it's a thirst for speed, a passion for fishing or a need to party. The boats in this roundup can handle all three.


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