Boat Spotlights: Pursuit, Sailfi sh, Valhalla, Wellcraft

SPECIFICATIONS LOA: 46’2” Beam: 13’10” Fuel Capacity: 600 gals. Water Capacity: 100 gals. MSRP: Contact dealer

PURSUITBOATS.COM

DEALERS Centerpointe Yacht Services

CENTERPOINTESERVICE.COM South Shore Marine

SOUTHSHOREMARINE.COM Walstrom Marine

WALSTROM.COM

Pursuit OS 445

Best of both worlds.

Pursuit has a new flagship, the Offshore (OS) 445, and this model promises to extend days on the water into idyllic nights as well. Blending the best of both fishing and cruising worlds, the new OS 445 is sure to impress the entire family.

“The OS 445 will be the largest boat we have ever built at Pursuit,” notes Christopher Gratz, vice president of engineering for Pursuit Boats.

Early renderings show the bridge deck as the real star, with its galley-up design — an extremely popular layout that’s now widely adopted — which brings the chef into the center of the conversation, surrounded by ample seating for guests. The bridge deck offers open air enjoyment but can quickly be fully enclosed when the weather changes. Yacht-style bulwarks provide ease of passage from cockpit to foredeck, where there is well-appointed entertaining and cabana space.

When the party ends, retire in style below deck with dual staterooms to accommodate your family or guests with amenities, fabrics and lighting completed in a yacht-like manner.

Keep in mind that Pursuit is not giving up on fishing. In-floor fishboxes, room for tackle and additional storage in the bilge, and easy access to the equipment room are part of the Pursuit pedigree. The offshore capabilities of the OS 445 are deeply embedded in the proven design. A 13-foot, 10-inch beam, a Seakeeper for stability and a 20-degree deadrise combine for a comfortable ride. And ride you will, thanks to a 600-gallon fuel tank and Yamaha power that will let you chase fish in any environment or cruise to remote islands when you need a break.

Overall length of this new beauty is just a tad over 46 feet. First boats are due to arrive at dealer showrooms throughout the summer with orders booked well into the 2023 model year. H

Sailfish 316 Dual Console

Balance fishing prowess and family fun.

Building on the popularity of its 245 and 276 Dual Console (DC) models, Sailfish’s new 316 DC delivers a larger option for boaters seeking a roomy boat that factors in offshore performance and a full array of family friendly amenities.

When it comes to fishing, the 316 DC has a nearly 10-foot beam and exceptional leg room in the cockpit to let anglers fish side to side without compromise. Standard features include a 30-gallon circulating baitwell with LED lighting, two in-floor fishboxes, 14 rod holders and a portside dive door.

The 316 DC is also well scripted for family and friends. Sailfish has created a three-zone social layout with roomy seating with an array of smart features, such as the sandbar cooler built into the portside swim platform. Simply grab a cold beverage without having to climb back into the boat dripping wet. There is a transom freshwater fill and shower, recessed boarding ladder, plus a raw-water washdown.

The open bow section has comfortable loungers, an optional table, insulated under-seat storage and USB phone-charging ports. For additional entertaining amenities, Sailfish offers a few packages: A galley/ wetbar package, including refrigerator, wine rack coolers, countertop and sink arrangement; as well as an optional entertainment package that includes a ski tow bar, underwater LED lights, and an awesome sound package. Tactfully tucked away in the console is a wet head with electric marine toilet, faucet sink, mirror, storage and skylight.

At the helm, the dash accommodates up to 12-inch Garmin MFD screens. All of this is protected overhead by an integrated hardtop with a frameless, full-height windshield. Sailfish uses a new sliding center panel that eliminates the need to slip over a heavy pane of glass to access the bow.

There is plenty of bang for the buck with the new Sailfish 316 Dual Console H

SPECIFICATIONS LOA: 30’6” Beam: 9’9” Draft: 22” Weight: 11,315 lbs. Fuel Capacity: 265 gals. Water Capacity: 19 gals. Max Power: 700 hp MSRP (w/ 2 x Mercury 300 XXL Verados):$342,109

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DEALERS Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales

JBYS.COM North Shore Marina

NORTHSHOREMARINA.COM SkipperBud’s

SKIPPERBUDS.COM

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SPECIFICATIONS LOA: 55’7” Beam: 15’6” Draft: 37”/48” Dry Weight: 38,904 lbs. Fuel Capacity: 1,200 gals. Water Capacity: 125 gals. Max Power: 3,000 hp MSRP: Contact dealer

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DEALER Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales Eight locations

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Valhalla V-55

Rocket ship.

Last summer, while Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson were engaged in a battle of rocket ships for space tourism, Gretna, New Jersey boat titan Viking Yachts was busy fine-tooling its own rocket ship, the Valhalla V-55.

Monster Mercury 600-hp V12 quad or quintet engines send you on an adventure in what must be the sleekest, most technology-rich center console yacht produced to date. One glance at the cleanest helm I’ve seen on a production boat shows triple 16-inch MFD displays across the top, AC or heat vents, backlit push-button accessory and lighting switches lined in perfect symmetry on the bottom, and digital throttle and joystick control.

Two rows of helm seats — the back row slightly raised to give all passengers an exhilarating view — are collected beneath a hardtop that can also accommodate a Palm Beach Tower. The hull is a Michael Peters Yacht Design Stepped-V Ventilated Tunnel. This is the largest resin-infused center console of its kind. With a Seakeeper 9 aboard, a 15-foot, 6-inch beam, and 1,200 gallons of fuel at your disposal, distant cruising destinations are within easy reach.

“We are beyond excited about the new Valhalla V-55,” says Erik Krueger, Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales vice president. “All the strengths of Valhalla design are in this center console — everything from the style and aesthetics to the ride quality and fishability — but this model also boasts a genuine accommodation for entertaining and cruising, which is important to the Great Lakes market.”

With a massive 15kW generator, every amenity stays powered up to make the journey and overnighting an escape worth looking forward to weekend after weekend, season after season.

The new V-55 joins the V-33, V-37, V-41 and V-46 at Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales. ★

Wellcraft 222 Fisherman

Fishing is in its name.

Is this a sportboat or a fishing boat? It could be both, although the stunning steel gray hull color and carbon fiber interior upholstery upgrade may pleasantly confuse you at first glance. Brand new, the Wellcraft 222 with a white 200-hp Mercury XL engine is seriously loaded.

“The Wellcraft 222 is probably the best running 22-footer I have ever been aboard. It just has a hull design that can go through rough water with ease, but still feel both agile and sporty,” says Matt Mrozinski, of Lake Michigan Yacht Sales/ Onekama Marine in Bay Harbor, Michigan. “I love the T-top with a fiberglass hardtop. The whole frame is over built and rock solid, plus it gives you excellent shade and protection from the elements.”

A fiberglass T-top, Garmin GPS plotter, windlass, trim tabs with indicator and Scarab Offshore Package (which comes with a marine mat, helm footrest and rod storage) are just the beginning. Mercury power steering, a Fusion stereo and underwater lights are part of the overall package. A changing station with a porta-potti with pump-out are cleverly concealed in the center console; the seat forward of the helm pulls up and reveals a step down below. To keep this boat looking great for season after season, add the console and helm seat cover.

Wellcraft’s design for the bow is spacious. Forward-facing backrests, a bow fill-in cushion and plenty of cupholders transform fishability into a stunning spot for sunning and relaxation. A fold-out bench seat at the transom creates additional seating space. Storage is abundant and well-hidden thanks to under-seat and in-floor storage in the bow. Power comes from a choice of Mercury or Yamaha outboard engines ranging from 150 to 250 hp. The boat is rated for eight passengers and includes a tandem axle trailer with brakes, ideal for pursuing new scenery weekend after weekend. ★

SPECIFICATIONS LOA: 22’ Beam: 8’6” Draft: 2’10” Dry Weight: 3,900 lbs. Fuel Capacity: 103 gals. Max Power: 250 hp MSRP: $73,010

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DEALERS Lake Michigan Yacht Sales/Onekama Marine

ONEKAMAMARINE.COM Harborside Marina

HARBORSIDEMARINA.COM

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