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Reviews

Jet Raider Pro-Sport III

Blisteringly fast and highly-manoeuvrable, Euro Inflatables' first jet-unit production model is a handful of high-octane energy. It's a general purpose boat with a huge fun factor, but should be particular appealing to dive charter operators. Lawrence Schaffler reports.
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Rivercraft 375 Sprint

The longest tributary of the South Island's Buller River, the Maruia presents some special challenges to jet-boaters. Paul Smith climbed into a Rivercraft 375 Sprint to tackle one of the river's most demanding sections - 21 years after first running it.
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Turbocraft Runabout X-16 and Cuddy Cabin C-16

The underwater hull profile's an unusual blend of deep-vee and tunnels, and you could spend hours arguing how it works. In the end, though, there's no denying the Turbocraft's whisper-quiet ride - and its sure-footedness in high-speed cornering. Lawrence Schäffler reports.
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McLay 745 Cruiser HT

McLay's new release 745 Cruiser Hard Top attracted a lot of attention at the Auckland Boat Show, so Lindsay Wright went to Nelson to see what the fuss was all about.
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Fi-Glass Dominator

Since it first made a buzz at the boatshows back in 1974, thousands of Kiwi families have towed the Fi Glass Dominator to launching ramps to fish, dive, ski and just have fun. But even the best of boats must move with the times. Lindsay Wright sampled the new Dominator.
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Maxwell 430 and 151A Jet boat

A pair of jet boats manufactured by Methven's Maxwell Boats & Motors combines rugged construction with impressive speed and agility. Paul Smith used the rivers and gorges of the South Island to investigate their performance.
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Mustang 3500 Sports Cruiser

A departure from the styling of Mustang's previous models, the 3500 SC's curving sheer line and reinvented interior have struck a chord with Australian boaties. The company's building four a month - not enough to meet demand. But one is due here later this month. Lawrence Schäffler grabbed a preview.
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White Pointer 8m

White Pointer boats has a name for eating sea conditions that keep other boats firmly fastened to their trailers. Lindsay Wright went for a ride in the company's latest 8m Custom Cruiser to see if the reality matches the reputation.
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Silver Tiger ST975

West Auckland catamaran builder TDL Marine has added a 9.75 metre Silver Tiger into its range. Dene Priestley hopped aboard the first of these twin-outboard powered vessels - and carved a wake across the Waitemata harbour.
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Argo 600

A dichotomy exists in the world of jetboat design. On one hand there are parameters governing boats used in fast-flowing, usually shallow water; and on the other, parameters for boats used in deep water and coastal sea conditions. The Argo 600, writes Paul Smith, fits both.
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