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Manitou 24 osprey PRO SHP

Today's pontoon boats give your family more opportunities to reconnect.

by Graham Garrison

March 14, 2007

The focal point for family time in your home is likely the living room: There's TV to watch, video games to play and books to read on the couch. There's even conversation to be had, should you resist all of the above distractions. But there's another fun way for your family to connect - the pontoon. It's a special type of boat that's got just the right mix of homey comforts and exciting activities to help ensure quality face time with your family. Today's pontoon boats offer a glimpse of the simple life, where you can spend hours on the water relaxing, cruising or fishing alongside your loved ones.

MANITOU 24 OSPREY PRO SHP

Coolest Feature
Nice standard electronic features, including a Sony radio/CD player with four speakers and the Lowrance M56 fishfinder with GPS.

Families Will Love
The plethora of fishing amenities, including a rear livewell, tackle box, rod holders and livewell bait bucket.

Top Amenities
No-tilt steering; bimini top; lockable glovebox; monogrammed Manitou cooler; docking lights; front trolling motor gate.

Best Reason To Buy
The Manitou's standard features list like a fully loaded pontoon package, from performance to angling.

Manitou 24 Osprey Pro SHPLOA 23'5"
Beam 8'6"
Weight 2,840 lbs.
Fuel 28 gal.
Base Price $46,500                      
(w/250-hp Evinrude E-TEC)
Maximum HP 250

Manitou, 7800 Northport Drive, Lansing, MI 48917
(800) 999-9788.

Related Links:

www.manitouboats.com (http://www.manitouboats.com)