Winnisquam Marine / New Toon!

[LIforrelaxin]

Originally Posted by WinniMarine

All triple log pontoons drive very good these days. I took a regular triple round log Premier out for a test drive yesterday in white caps and it did very good. That wasn't even their PTX package which does just awesome. Fortunately for us and Premier I don't have many customers that have driven multiple different brands say that they think another brand rides better than the PTX package that Premier offers. It's all personal preference but when chasedawg was looking at Premier and he told me he felt that Bennington rode better I was very surprised because I'm not used to hearing that, most people just love the ride of the Premier and are amazed at the difference. I know the Bennington also rides very good but it's not a planing hull like Premier and it doesn't have the same flotation as a 36 inch wide u-shaped pontoon.

The majority of the time a person is going to like best what they bought. It's pride in what they own and I understand that. There are many things to consider when buying a boat including quality, layout, ride, performance, brand, dealership and more. It's not only about selling the boat, it's the service afterwards that matters. Combine all these factors and I think it's why we are the number 1 selling 22 foot and larger, pontoon dealership in NH. That's hard to do with such a high-end product but we try to show everyone why Premier holds the greatest value and is worth the extra money. We also work very hard to provide the best service possible.

Whatever someone ends up with I wish them the best and hope that they have happy boating. I just know that when I walk around at boat shows and check out all the different brands that I wouldn't trade having Premier at our dealership for any other brand.

Happy Boating!!!

Ryan Crawford
Winnisquam Marine

Rayn,

Excellent post...... A boats handling is all personal preference... not everyone likes the same qualities, that is way there is room for so many manufactures

I have driven many boats over the years... all have unique characteristics.....

[Lakesrider]

So is this the setup the OP bought. With the fishing style seats. I have not seen one like it around here. Interesting alternative fishing boat.....

[ishoot308]

Here's a pic of the back of the new Premier I just got. It also has a full camper cover which I will rarely use except maybe in the very early spring. The front bimini will be taken down during the summer as it is just too much. The seat covers I have and a full helm enclosure should be more than adequate protection for foul weather.

I will be mounting at least 3 downriggers off the back rails using Premiers custom rail mount.

That console in front of the motor is a good sized livewell. There are also rod holders which can't be seen in the pic.

I have a 36 volt 101 lb thrust trolling motor on the front with permanently mounted trolling batteries in the center pontoon that Winnisquam marine hooked up for me. There is an on board charger for these batteries. I just basically plug the side of the boat in to charge.

Hopefully I will be able to get the entire boat rigged for trolling before putting it away in storage for the winter. Till then, I will continue jigging for lakers which has been a blast!!!

Dan

[SIKSUKR]

Great looking set-up Dan. Really looking to go in this direction.

[Winnilifer]

Can you/is there a way to mount a kicker motor on your rig?

Great looking boat - Wish you tons of luck with her.

[ishoot308]

Originally Posted by Winnilifer

Can you/is there a way to mount a kicker motor on your rig?

Great looking boat - Wish you tons of luck with her.

Yes, there are a couple of different options to mount a kicker on a pontoon, none of which were very appealing to me hence why I went electric. Here's one example..http://www.powrtran.com/cgi-bin/cart...?parts_id=9729

My electric will push me at 2.2 mph (75% of capacity) for approximately 3 1/2 - 4 hours when somewhat calm. It can go 3 mph at top speed but not for long maybe 1 1/2 hours tops. I have two battery packs so I am good for 7 hours + or -. When its windy forget it, I have to use the big motor. My old Etec was fine trolling for hours on end without issue not sure about the Verado yet but just seems like a shame to put trolling hours on a motor that size!

Dan

[Lakesrider]

Wow. You're right. That is a big chunk of canvas..... Beautiful boat though. I hope you have fun with it.....

[LIforrelaxin]

Originally Posted by ishoot308

..... When its windy forget it, I have to use the big motor......
Dan

Or just put all that canvas up and go sailing

[SteveA]

I said in a previous message ( the Winnisquam Loon post) That I had been on Winnisquam in a 29' Priemer. My son, who works for Winnisqaum told me we were actually on that same 25.5 Premier with the 250 on it.

It was indeed a very smooth and FAST pontoon. Sure beats my 20' 2 log, with the 50HP. LOL

Nice looking setup Dan!

[Happy Gourmand]

Excellent choice of colors, I have the same on my 235 Solaris. Nothing but great comments every place we've been

[dt5150]

wow, she's a beaut dan! of course i'm somewhat partial to black boats myself..

if you need any kind of custom rod holders etc. made up, let me know. a buddy of mine has made several for some other guys i know. he does great work too. congrats on the new barge!

[crowsnest]

Another home run for the Crawford family. I Just purchased the 24 sunsation
skydeck with the slide that was out front (my 4th boat in 5 years from them ) Great service Great people you cant go wrong with Winnisqaum Marine.

[codeman671]

Originally Posted by crowsnest

Another home run for the Crawford family. I Just purchased the 24 sunsation
skydeck with the slide that was out front (my 4th boat in 5 years from them ) Great service Great people you cant go wrong with Winnisqaum Marine.

You will like it, the slides are a blast! We had a great time on ours.