Boating on Brisbane dams is a hugely popular pastime and you can expect an influx of boaties heading to their nearest water source for fishing, waterskiing and wakeboarding every weekend.
Which is why when it comes to powerboats you really want one that can handle a variety of activities. Bowriders have become a popular choice as they’re versatile crossover boats. Many of the modern bowriders have lots of features and innovations to make your boating day out convenient as well as fun.
Bayliner 170 Outboard
The Bayliner 170 is an ideal family bowrider and is not too overpriced. Bayliner is an American boating brand and they are the world leader in bowriders. The Bayliner 170 Outboard has been fine-tuned for Australian boaters and has a Mercury outboard motor instead of a sterndrive. It’s a beautifully trimmed little number and is an ideal powerboat for Brisbane dams. It looks the part and can perform at high speeds with the required manoeuvrability needed for water sports. It’s also filled with features and has plenty of storage for fishing trips.
Crownline 19XS Outboard
Crownline is another American company who have adapted their bowriders to the Australian market. The 19XS was a strong contender in Australia’s Greatest Boats 2014. This popular powerboat is 19ft long, sporty and elegant. It’s quiet and powerful 150hp Mercury Four Stroke outboard motor fits well within the boating restrictions of some Brisbane dams. Families will love the versatile layout, comfortable premium-grade upholstery and stability on the water designed for keeping people in the boat, not out of it.
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Scout 210 Dorado
It’s not a cheap option but if you’re new to boating and looking for a decent-sized family-friendly fishing boat that will happily handle just about any watersports, then the Scout 201 will deliver. With this one you can easily fish, waterski, wakeboard, dive off the side or safely do any other watersports you want. The 150hp four-stroke Mercury outboard motor makes handling precise and it’s also sporty, capable of making turns at speed. It doesn’t bounce around much when it’s anchored either, making it safe and easy to walk around in.
Grady-White 375 Freedom
The Grady-White 375 Freedom is a quality family entertaining and fishing boat but it does come with a hefty price tag. If you want a boat with a lot of bells and whistles and to be the envy of your mates, then this one is certainly up there with the best. It’s got an endless list of creature comforts including: a bar, electric griller, TVs and sound system. The huge rear deck is geared towards fishers with a fridge/freezer. It’s powered by a triple 300hp Yamaha outboard motor setup which offers 900hp so you can speed her up for a spot of waterskiing or wakeboarding.
Robalo R227
The Robalo R227 is a sporty Fibreglass bowrider which was a highly rated contender at the Australia’s Greatest Boats 2015. It’s a great family fishing and watersport boat with a user-friendly layout that combines comfort, practicality and function. You can also remove the cushions and set up a sturdy fishing platform. It’s not the smallest of boats to tow widthwise but on the water this equates to stability and confidence for the skipper. Its foam-filled hull gives an incredibly soft and quiet ride, perfect for motoring around most Brisbane dams.