Sailboats like this Hunter 376 are bigger, faster and easier to pilot than ever before. Boats today can accelerate faster. And that means it's a great deal easier to learn to water ski. Along with faster boats, manufacturers are also building deeper hulls and using more water jet propulsion systems. Checking in with some of Michigan's top boating experts and dealerships reveals a yachtful of changes that is generating plenty of excitement among boating fans.
Speed dominates today's engine systems.
That leads to better acceleration and will allow water-skiers to get up easier. He is particularly excited about the Yamaha Exciter 270, a jet boat that features twin 135-horsepower motors. It's the fastest boat in its class and can go up to 60 mph. Ask Van Snider what's new in boating and he'll talk about propulsion. Snider says engines allow boaters to go into shallower water.