As mentioned, tritoon boats have a speed advantage over pontoons. You probably wont find any tritoons with foam pontoon tubes, but it could happen. Wheels with more spokes are more durable so if you're heavy or ride roughly you want them. The airtight chambers should they be hulled only allow water into the individual chamber that received the damage. Accessories, Electronic Navigation Marble, Engine I recommend you call a manf. Replacement Main Bladder for the Original U-Boat,U-Boat II and U-Boat 2000 Super Combo. This is to mount a depth finder or speedometer. Good luck with your decision! The more space you require, the higher your monthly bill. Ellipticals are more buoyant than round tubes, and they can carry loads approaching that of tritoons. All, Anchor & You might pay $18,000 to $60,000 for a pontoon boat. This might prove to be a bit of unplanned excitement if you are heavily loaded and a few 'heavies' come aboard. you just might experience that sinking feeling! When it comes to fishing, many boaters prefer pontoons over tritoons. If you happened to void your warranty, then youd have to pay entirely out of your own pocket. For instance, earlier we talked about storing your boat. by trktrd Sun Dec 30, 2012 3:03 pm, Return to General Pontoon & Deckboat Discussion. Downs, Couplers, Mounts, Caulking, Marine Engine Round tubes are the most common probably because its the easiest to roll and form. Cylinder-shaped round logs offer maximum structural strength. Waxes, Boat Cleaning Besides that, youll also need a braking system installed in the trailer so your tritoon doesnt fly off while you drive. Systems, Lowrance Hook2-4 GPS Post Caddis Sports Pro 2000 Float Tube Review. GPS Chartplotter and Fish Finder Combo, Find There are multiple chambers so if one happens to get damaged, the entire pontoon tube wont go down and risk sinking the boat. Accessories, Pontoon Bimini Manufacturing cost is probably the greatest reason. The size of your boat matters in many ways. You wont really fit. Tackle Boxes, Fishing Bait & You already know thats not the case with pontoon boats. Parts, Rule 1500 GPH Automatic Post Well, unless you decide to modify your boat. 1993 24' Voyager 2006 E-TECH 90-Fishing Barge. Parts, Sacrificial Anodes & We share the costs of renting or owning a dock as well as paying to keep your boat at a facility. for Sale, Buy A Gear & Gadgets on the Texas Fishing and Outdoors Show, Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.3. by Bamaman Mon Apr 29, 2013 4:58 am, #6 The sport package helps when navigating shallow waters by riding higher in the water. Nothing was in the water except the props and about 4 inches of the pontoon's. Funniest thing I ever saw, a 'toon running 60 mph across the lake. Posted By: JeffOnLakeConroe Re: Round vs. U-Shaped Pontoons??? Welcome to the forum. Just as the name hints, a round hull features a rounded shape. But when you get them side by side is when the cream rises to the top. Thats how tritoons earned their name, for their three tubes. Boat, Boat Buyers Honda 5hp Outboard, Boat Post by RonKMiller Mon Apr 29, 2013 9:22 am, #9 If you currently store your pontoon boat in your garage or backyard for the winter (and you could do so legally), then you dont have to pay to keep it in a storage facility. Sometimes these inflate, but not across all models. The only way to remove or drain it is through a usually small plug at the top of the individual affected chamber usually by siphoning though small hose. Getting into corners or nooks? Insurance, Boat That is a fact. The symmetrical design means the diameter stays the same regardless where you measure it. Manufacturer, Boat Tables & Parts, Boat Tubing & However all the above designs have their own unique advantages and disadvantages.. U shaped foam filled pontoons: The advantage of foam filled logs is primarily the inherent safety of a redundant flotation system that it provides. The 3 Basic Shapes of Pontoons Designs - Their Pros & Cons. & Live Bait As our frequent blog readers know, these boats are not very fast, with an average speed of about 25 miles per hour. Rafts, Paddle U-shape prevents water from getting on top of pontoon and weighing it down. Accessories, Boat Lift Canopy Pumps, Livewell Aerator Pumps Its not quite the same as getting behind the wheel of a pontoon boat. Older boats had 19 diameter, 21, and then 23diameter followed. The width of the pontoon has a direct affect on how it will displace the water and therefore how high above the water it will float. We chose SunChaser Pontoons because they offered quality construction, and the best value for our customers. I also think pontoon tubes should be tapered in the back, like a canoe. Instruments, VHF Radios & Their average speed starts at about 30 MPH, already outpacing a standard pontoon boat. Tritoons will almost always have a significant speed boost over a pontoon boat. This is the general way that pontoon tubes are made. Modern high performance pontoons have lifting strakes welded to the bottom sides of the pontoon. Smoke - 07/09/0401:51 AM Wow! I went out for just a couple of hours this past Monday and no luck to speak of. Parts, Wash Down They're less expensive to make, but seldom seen on todays pontoon boats. Hardware, Boat Trailer Login, Boats Trailer Winches, Shop Bilge Pumps, Shop Kits, Boat Trailer Deals, Pumps & Plumbing by mike Sun Apr 28, 2013 3:47 pm, #3 Deals, Electronics At first glance, the six-sided pontoons can't help but catch your attention. Can anyone share their knowledge on this subject? This is to mount a depth finder or speedometer. Bullet Skimmer, Paint and They can withstand rough, choppy waters with less risk of capsizing due to their third pontoon tube. Round Pontoons with Airtight Individual Chambers: These usually feature at least three often more distinct individual chambers per pontoon. Shop You might even own one of these vessels yourself. Jacks, Boat Trailer Brakes & & Rings, Prop Nut Kits & & Sonar, Trolling Grills, Boat Drink Grills, Boat Drink It might be because I have a 115 horsepower 2 stroke Yamaha, but I never rode on another 2 toon boat that planed off as well and was as quiet running as my boat. They build a simple jig with (for example) 2 each 2x6 boards parallel to each other about 24" or so apart, high enough off the floor for the log height. Deals, Pumps & Plumbing U-shaped design and foam insulation is designed for greater buoyancy. Accessories, Boat Tritoons cost a lot more than pontoons. This modern hull design gives our boats more speed and better handling and with the HTH option, is beyond anything we have built in the last 45years. P.S. If you like riding in deeper waters, such as big lakes, then get a tritoon. What say the experts? When floating, the deck appeared completely level. Pontoons and tritoons alike offer a lot of versality in terms of the bodies of water you can ride. As cool as tritoons are, theyre not perfect. Smaller pontoons will limit furniture and accessory options. This craft was ~7.9m x ~2.6m, and would plane easily with 1000 kilos cargo and a single Mercury 150hp four-stroke outboard for power. Now, that's entirely subjective on my part, but just about everybody who owns or owned a two log pontoon remarks on the smooth ride and how quickly it will get up on plane. Pumps, Marine Pump Replacement Deals, Electrical That is a 25-inch pontoon has 25 inches of width to displace water, effectively raising the level at which the pontoon boat sits above the water. Breakers, Power Packs & Jump Boat Test Monday. Insurance, Boat You'll often find these U-shaped additions on cheaper pontoon boats. All, Boat Bimini Now, Shop Applies to lower 48 states of the US. Transducer Brackets. Sad to say with some brands you WILL Pay MORE for the name! Each shape has unique performance and carrying capacity and manufacturers' sales brochures explain each of thebenefits. Rails, Marine Tools & Tool These boats have size, speed, stability, and passenger count over the average pontoon boat. U-shaped pontoons offer greater volume and carrying capacity (1-2 person increase on average). Posts: 155. Accessories, Boat The larger diameter of the pontoon, the better. such as Playcraft and talk to them about why they use them. Heres some cons to take into consideration. More than likely, itll end up at a facility or in a storage box. Heres some tritoon boat pros. Accessories, Big Jon Galley, Barbeque One is the foam filled (U) shaped pontoon, another is the round baffled single chambered pontoon, and then there is the single round pontoon with several airtight individual compartments. Transom Jeff, You need one of these dual 250 hp pontoon. & by trktrd Sun Dec 30, 2012 12:34 pm, #14 I have a 1984 JC 24ft & a 1993 Voyager 24ft with "U" shape logs on both of them. As far as my logs from Voyager are concerned, there is absolutely no problem with welding on them and the foam is "closed" cell which means it doesnt absorb water, Counting all the a$$holes in the room Well I'm definitely not alone. U-shape prevents water from getting on top of pontoon and weighing it down. A 10 1/2' round tube section is self supporting with only baffles on either end, that same size square tube would need multiple internal supports. Round or an arch is the strongest shape there is, flat is the weakest. Maintenance, Fiberglass & Epoxy Many pontoons have a removable plug at the bottom of the tube. ACCOUNT, Find Boarding, Paddles & Fishing Lures, Fishing Rod Holders & Blocks, Marine Deals, Trailering You can see the four most common boat hull types in this simple drawing. THANK YOU, Jeff. Bilge Pump, Tires, Rims, & Hub your boats Gel Coat Match, Shop Advice RE basic considerations for pontoon houseboat design? Copyright 2019 IBOATS. But, I have heard that most are foam-filled which is not a good thing??? Read More . Not only does this extra tube make a tritoon safer and less likely to capsize than even a pontoon, but it also increases speed. Post Wells, Toilet & Waste Communication, Auto Pilot T.A.P. "Four R's" I have a 2010 G series Bennington with two ellipitcal pontoons. Tubes, Shop Savers, Boat Trailer Guides & Weve talked about this on the blog before, but theres certain modifications you can do to your pontoon to make it go marginally faster. Youll often find these U-shaped additions on cheaper pontoon boats. Tables, Minn Kota It features a tear drop shape with low profile . Obviously, this only applies for smaller boats. Winches, Boat Motor Supports & Most boaters never drain their tubes but condensation accumulates and its a good idea to drain it. Holders, Cabin Accessories & U-shaped pontoons offer greater volume and carrying capacity (1-2 person increase on average). Post - I am leaning toward the U-Shaped pontoons as they are advertised as having more bouancy and higer top speed. Another family-friendly design worth noting . Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress, Pontoon Boat Insurance [What You Need To Know], Deck Boat Buyers Guide: Heres What You Need to Know, Deck Boats Vs. Pontoons, Tritoons, Center Consoles, Dual Consoles, and Bowriders. Combos, Fishing Tools & Distribution, ProMariner ProNautic Hardware, Marine A fix is a flat bottom on a round pontoon which would give you more lift (_) and less drag. Though most pontoons have a drain plug on each pontoon to drain accumulated condensation and water intrusion it also means you have to remove the boat from the water. Fenders, Boat Trailer Terminal Furniture, Boat Seat Pedestals & Protection, Ladders, Steps, & by Cycleman07 Mon Apr 29, 2013 1:02 pm, Return to General Pontoon & Deckboat Discussion, I've got an opportunity to buy a U shaped foam filled 24" by 24' used log for a killer price - and it would make a perfect replacement for more displacement. Hardware, Boat Cabin Boats, Propeller Parts & Detectors, Binoculars & Post Seats, Offshore Boat Better performance come from rectangular pontoons but I personally don't like the looks of Rect toons. All JC pontoon boats include limited lifetime warranty of pontoons and structuralcomponents. Next Post . Varnish, Marine Adhesives, Post Baffles are usually put in at specific intervals down the length of the pontoon. The key difference between a pontoon and a tritoon is the addition of a third pontoon tube on tritoon boats. Trolling Motors, Shop Fasteners, Boat Windshield Meters, Marine Electrical Panels I went out for just a couple of hours this past Monday and no luck to speak of. & Dock, Anchor Chains & What a machine! Supplies, Boston Whaler, 1972-1993, For one, the trailer will be too small. Post Storage facilities charge by the month, and you pay more to keep your boat indoors than outdoors. Bilge Pumps, Shop & Circuit Starcraft SLS3. Lights, Boat Trailer Playcraft still uses them to build toons that routinely run 80+mph. With a longer boat comes more of a hassle when the wintertime arrives. Dollies, SportsStuff Great Big High Back Reclining Helm Seat, Cabin and If its a pontoon, you can possibly keep in on your property. But they come at a slight weight penalty. Discussion in 'Boat Design' started by MattJ, Feb 11, 2019. Other pontoons I rode on seemed to be running their motors hard (full throttle) to keep up. Marine Battery Chargers, Shop Storage Hardware, Boat Seats by by playcat Mon Apr 29, 2013 12:05 pm, #12 Fin System is located at a position where it can provide the greatest benefit. And the strakes help get the boat up nicely as well. Foam filled logs also offer manufactures a cost savings in the production of them. Downs, Couplers, Mounts, If you wish to ride in the ocean at low tide, you safely can in a tritoon. You cant really skip maintenance either, at least not regularly. Deals, Trailering Shelters, Boat Therell just be a lot of empty deck space. Towers, Tow Ropes & Parts, Inflatable Terminals, Marine Fuse Blocks & By budgeting and scrimping for a year, maybe longer, you should soon get enough cash to buy your very own tritoon. Lowering cost of skin and friction allowing smaller (cheaper) engine. Axles, Boat Trailer Tie The front of the pontoonthat cuts through the water is called the nose cone. Hardware, Boat Cabin by cwag911 Sat Dec 22, 2012 4:16 pm, #10 Copyright 2019 IBOATS. I wish that this was a season where you could get both brands out on the water. All, Boat Bimini Half the Fun is buying one!!! You are using an out of date browser. Axles, Boat Trailer Tie Whats the difference between these two boats? Post A full-length underdeck performance shield along with three U-shaped pontoons are the base of this well-built boat. Accessories, Marine DC Power Plugs Great, then! by VaGent Sun Apr 28, 2013 5:16 pm, #4 Fenders, Boat Trailer Vinyl, Floating Boat Maintenance, Boat Cleaners & Video, GPS Chartplotters & Hardware, Boat Seat I haven't been to Conroe in about 2 weeks. Hardware, Boat Deals, Paint & Maintenance AN THANK YOU, Jeff. Savers, Boat Trailer Guides & Narrow tube width causes boat to sit lower in the water due to additional foam weight. Even if you go the storage cube route, youd need a big storage space to squeeze your tritoon in. Oars, Wakeboard, Wakesurf & Systems, Marine Plumbing In this article, well talk about even more differences between pontoons and tritoons. Hardware, Boat Seat How about water skis why are they flat? Some pontoon boats do come outfitted with engines capable of greater horsepower. That again means spending more money. Post Winches, Boat Motor Supports & & by Four R's Thu Dec 20, 2012 12:53 pm, #4 Outboards, Shop This gives tritoons enviable speed. If that doesn't work, contact us. Re: "U" shaped vs round logs - Does it matter? These pontoon tubes might have frames made of plastic, steel, or aluminum for more durability and support. by Bamaman Sun Dec 30, 2012 2:45 pm, #15 If shipping is more than the $15 minimum, you will be contacted with shipping cost before order is shipped. The downside of this design however is should you hull a pontoon you'll accumulate water along the entire length of the pontoon. Zincs, Generator That extra stability will really come in handy here. Locks, Boat Deck - I am leaning toward the U-Shaped pontoons as they are advertised as having more bouancy and higer top speed. Ouch. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Launching your tritoon into the water poses a bigger challenge than a pontoon. Systems, Lowrance Hook2-4 GPS That applies triply to a tritoon boat. J. JeffOnLakeConroe OP. What a machine! Moderators: Redneck_Randy, badmoonrising, lakerunner, #1 FWIW: I think that foam filled u logs are superior to round logs due to buoyancy and structural integrity. By combining several methods at once, you could see a negligible speed boost. Many manufactures also use a thinner gauge material because the foam inserted within reduces or prevents canning that would usually occur with the thin walled U shape. Post Shelters, Boat Biminis, RV & Trailer If youre interested in pontoons in the first place, then we can reasonably assume that you dont care much about going super fast on the water. Go to the Boat show as stated above. Software, Digital On the note of size, you also have to consider how many passengers you want onboard at once. & Dock, Anchor Chains & But because of the shape and alignment of the hull, they don't have as much storage space as pontoons. Post Traditional round tubes used by competitors yields to more resistance and decreases the boat handling because the hull sits deeper in the water. So you are suggesting adding the lifting strakes as well? Then you can compare it to this section on the pros and cons of tritoons. This excerpt is taken from a longer article onhttp://www.pontoonhouseboatodyssey.com, Previous Post Cushions, Lexington Wow! Bilge Pump, Tires, Rims, & Hub For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. All SunCatcher pontoons feature the extra protection of heavier gauge aluminum in the nose cones and closed cell foam flotation blocks inside each tube provide extra measure of safety. The larger the tube is in diameter the more weight it can carry and the more water it can displace. , & Hub for a pontoon you 'll accumulate water along the entire length of the pontoon, the will. 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