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One thing that makes pontoon boats so great for family activities on the water is that they are generally more affordable than other styles of boat. The costs of maintenance are also less expensive and they are cheaper to insure due to the simplicity of their construction. Because of their durable construction and stability, they will last much longer too. Any type of boat is an investment, but overall you'll save much more with a pontoon boat.
Pontoon boats also have high walls to prevent kids or pets from falling out, and they are stable on the water so you won't have to constantly worry people falling overboard when you're cruising. Pontoon boats also have lots of space, so your family can spread out or kids can bring their friends along
Pontoon boat is a term given to a type of boat that has a deck made of metal or wood, resting on two or three large, hollow floats called pontoons. These tubes are hollow and allow the boat to float on the surface, even if the water is too shallow for a traditional boat. In some cases, they can operate with no issues in as little as eight inches of water. Due to this seemingly simple construction method, pontoon boats can be quite basic or they can be loaded with features and can even have multiple decks. Pontoon boats can be used for virtually any water activity, from swimming to sunbathing and fishing, and some can even be used to tow inner tubes for the ultimate summertime fun
Due to their simple construction and basic design, a pontoon boat can serve almost any purpose you need it to. Going fishing? Throw a T-Top on your vessel and you've got a fishing pontoon boat with enough space for everyone to spread out and clean their catch. If you're looking to entertain friends for dinner or a small party you can find a pontoon boat with a wet bar and plenty of seating, add a couple strings of lights and you have a party barge. Some pontoon boats offer ladders and swimming platforms, so if you're looking for a boat to take the whole family swimming on the lake, a pontoon boat is just the ticket.
Full service marina in Fishers Landing, NY offering new and used boats for sale in New York.
Chalk’s Marina & Boat Sales has been servicing the Thousand Islands for over 70 years. We are a dealer for: Grady White, Boston Whalers, Alumacraft boats, South Bay Pontoons, Misty Harbor Pontoons and Yamaha Waverunners. Our marina also specializes in Evinrude, Mercury / Mercruiser and Yamaha outboard motors and I/O’s. Pontoon & Fishing Boat Rentals are available daily, weekly or weekends.