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Newby to the site and pontoon world
Posted: Tue Jun 07, 2011 9:31 am
by kmart
Hello all, So thankful to have an informative site the find the answer to most issues. Purchasing a 1995 25ft Forester pontoon w/120 force. Boat has been completely restored. Havent seen any mention of the boat here. Looking forward to take it out with the big family. (wife and I have 10 together). Pics to get posted. Question, will this boat/motor combo be able to give the kids atleast a little thrill on the tube? Thanks for any answers that may come my way!!
Re: Newby to the site and pontoon world
Posted: Tue Jun 07, 2011 9:43 am
by kmart
Failed to mention anything about myself. Tulsa firefighter/paramedic. Lake of choice is Skiatook.
Re: Newby to the site and pontoon world
Posted: Tue Jun 07, 2011 9:45 am
by margaritaman
Welcome, that sure is a big family you got. If you are all on the boat you can pull a tube but won't be able to whip them around.
Re: Newby to the site and pontoon world
Posted: Tue Jun 07, 2011 12:39 pm
by spurhunter
We try and find a place to unload everyone, then just ride two in the boat, pulling the tubers. Everybody gets to watch the action from shore this way, and more speed and manuverability with the boat.
Re: Newby to the site and pontoon world
Posted: Tue Jun 07, 2011 2:34 pm
by dockholiday
Just reminded me of when I had the bow rider. Every one that got on headed to the bow. So I would have to direct traffic. Hey some of ya'll get your ass back here.
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Re: Newby to the site and pontoon world
Posted: Tue Jun 07, 2011 7:43 pm
by The_Hellbilly
better get a booster ball from sportsstuff
Re: Newby to the site and pontoon world
Posted: Wed Jun 08, 2011 3:07 am
by Ray Jr.
The_Hellbilly wrote:better get a booster ball from sportsstuff
+1 On the Booster ball, makes a ton of difference.
Also consider a one of Sportsstuffs Doable tubes, they are rider steerable, and let the you cut back and forth thru the wake while the boat runs in a straight line. We have the Slalom solo, and its a blast.
These shots were taken behind the toon we had last year, Premier 225 Sunsation LTD 2 log with a 90 Merc 4 stroke, it tubed at around 18 mph with 3-4 adults and beer n gear on board.
we also have the Big Bertha tube it is a little tamer ride than the Slalom but still a lot of fun.
but was completely boring without the booster ball, the rope dragged in the water and we couldn't get the tube out of the wake, with the Ball it was no problem to sling the tube out of the wake.
Re: Newby to the site and pontoon world
Posted: Wed Jun 08, 2011 4:43 am
by lakerunner696
Oh no not a Tulsa Fire fighter, Just kidding. I know a few of your co workers one being Yogi Cole. Welcome and hope you enjoy.
Re: Newby to the site and pontoon world
Posted: Wed Jun 08, 2011 5:22 am
by cbavier
Welcome aboard.
Re: Newby to the site and pontoon world
Posted: Wed Jun 08, 2011 8:14 am
by kmart
Thanks guys for all the info!! Booster ball definitely sounds like the way to go! Plus I know the 15 year old boys would really dig being able to control the tube!! Last boat was a bayliner SS and always got in trouble from the wife "don't hurt them" line. Yeah, this is for not doin ur chore son!! Oh yeah, the no holds barred forum? Uh, well, Uh, me likey and hope I get a bday present!!!