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[Flynryan]

Im planning on buying a used tritoon this winter. The tifecta sport series and the bennington qx series.
My wife and I are getting older (52 yr old) and the kids are all grown so our time with the ultra jet is done.
Ive never owned a pontoon but from what Ive read I think it will be up our alley.
Id like dual outboards but its not a deal breaker if I find 1 w/o as long as it atleast has a 400 on the back.
Anyone have any knowledge on the 2 brands Ive choosen?
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[WildWilly]

if you can afford duals, ok maybe.

otherwise...don't do it. I regret the change like most end up doing lol

Trifecta, Bennington and Avalon were the 3 I came down to.

 

[DWC]

I’ve only been on the Trifecta. I’d buy one in a heartbeat. Solid boat, scoots through anything, more room than you’ll ever need.

 

[riverroyal]

I dont understand the 2 outboards on a toon. But im also not spending 200k on one.

We have a avalon. Been flawless. No regrets on the manufacturer.
It was 90k in 2015. Probably 140ish now

 

[welldigger00]

I’m in the market as well. I’ve been checking them out, and I’d say it’s a ford, dodge, Chevy thing as afar as the high end goes. I like the Avalon, because it doesn’t have bars on the outside panels, that make it hard to wipe down. I’m. Shooting for the world to end here in a month so I can pic one up. I’m staying under 300 hp, and a single engine because I am not a baller.

 

[DLC]

300 and over Hp gets you excellent power steering ( hydraulic ) and drive by wire in merc power.

Look for the performance in the tunes - lifting strakes High HP rating etc if buying used

Also make sure the under side of the deck is skinned

 

[DLC]

If you have the room for twins ! They are big boats

also looks for at least 150 g fuel tank !

That would be my choice!

A ski locker is a must have for noodles!!!

 

[Dan Lorenze]

Ryan, what are you doing with the Ultra?

 

[CoolCruzin]

52 is old
You got 10 yr before thinking like that

 

[Flynryan]

Ryan, what are you doing with the Ultra?

The ultra was. totaled by insurance last year but. my buddy and I rebuilt it with all of his $ so its his now but I can use it whenever I want to. We. took it out last month and it still feels like mine. Hes my best friend and Im glad he has it.

 

[joecfd1]

I'm a Benninton fan myself. IMO, the fit and finish is a little nicer. We bought a new Q25 in 2019 and love it.

 

[throttle]

Not sure if you had seen this... don't know if it will actually help in your decision or not. But here is a link of Berkshire w/400R (same as Trifecta and South Bay).

2019 Berkshire Pontoon, 25 Sport RFX Dual Console, Single Mercury Racing 400R

Pontoon life... Good livin, its the simple things that makes it good! Here is the down and dirty for me, I had put almost 100 hours each year on my old boat, I had been talking about how I wanted to upgrade into a new motor for years, it was going to be pricey... Maybe just buy a new boat? The...

www.riverdavesplace.com

I was originally interested in the Benny QX also, the Trifecta's, SouthBay's and this Berkshire won me over for a couple of years.

Last October we were planning on placing an order on a new Benny and decided to wait. We said we would re-evaluate this October, targeting a delivery date for spring 2023 and we are still holding out.

I still like the Bennington QX the most, I agree with other statements that I think the fit and finish is nicer than the Forest River line ups. I looked closely at the Avalon too, and overall like it but still found myself going back to the Bennington. The Avalon and Bennington are must more stable ride based on their weight.

Twins vs single... I have told myself that its about functionality, quality and value. Not going to be as fast obviously but I am not going to gain much (maybe 5-7mph) by spending extra money to hang another motor on back, use more gas and have additional maintenance costs.

Good luck with your search / purchase.

 

[satellitemike]

I know its not what you are looking for but might be a good way to find out if you are ready for a toon.

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[Flynryan]

Not really what I’m looking for but thanks

 

[tunnel vision]

I have had two DCB's, a 22 with twin drags and a 26 with twin 300x's loved them both but it was time for a change. Bought a 26' Avalon with a 250 Honda and love it!