Month: March 2020

Skiing, tubing, wakeboarding, and other water sports are a lot of fun for everyone on your boat. The person being pulled gets to enjoy an exciting sport, while those riding in the boat get to watch someone display their skills, trying to stay up and above the water. Plus, it’s also a lot of fun to drive a ski boat and pull people across the water. But, to have the best experience, you need the right boat for the job. View the best boats for water sports from Scout, and customize your craft to your exact needs with our Build Your Scout tool!

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What To Look For in the Best Boats for Water Sports

If you are purchasing a boat for water sports, it should have these specific features:

• Ski pylon. One of the first things you should look for is a ski pylon. This useful accessory, which is available as an optional feature in many boats, lifts the ski rope about four or five feet above the deck, keeping it from splashing into the water. This makes skiing easier and more enjoyable.
• Swim platform. When skiers want to get in and out of the boat, they should have a convenient, spacious area. Give your skiers and swimmers more space by purchasing a boat with a swim platform for fast access to and from the water.
• Powerful engine. Your ski boat should be fast and powerful, so you need an engine that can deliver the horsepower you require. Make sure you have a boat with enough horsepower to lift and pull skiers with ease.

Boats for Water Sports From Scout

There are many excellent boats for water sports, but here are three of the top options found in the Scout Boats lineup:

215 Dorado

Made for comfort and performance, the 215 Dorado is a dual-console boat is perfect for skiing, tubing, and wakeboarding. It has a spacious swim platform, and can be customized for water sports with a ski pylon. Add on the Bimini top and you have a boat that will also provide some shade on a sunny afternoon.

215 XSF

Nimble and swift, the 215 XSF is considered one of the finest luxury fishing boats on the water, but it’s also a world-class vessel for water sports. It comes standard with swim platforms and a ladder, and can be enhanced with a ski pylon for more enjoyment.

235 Dorado

If you want to enjoy hours of water sports, the 235 Dorado is a great choice. This boat has the size you need for a wonderful boating experience, and it also has the superior performance you want to pull a skier or wakeboarder. 

Create a Custom Boat

Use our Build Your Scout tool to create a world-class boat that has everything you need for all types of water sports. From optional ski pylons to comfortable seating, you can ensure your boat is ready for a fantastic lifetime of water sports!

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