Last year we wrote about the Switch, Sea-Doo’s jet-propelled tri-hull pontoon boat, and now, the company has introduced the Sea-Doo Switch Fish for fishing enthusiasts.
Available in 18- and 21-foot lengths, both Switch Fish models are powered by the Rotax 1630 ACE 230-hp engine (the 18-footer is also available with a 170-hp engine).
The beauty of the Switch lineup is their versatility—these boats are like your own personal Lego set with the ability to basically “build” your own boat. Simply relocate the seats, tables, coolers, and any other accessories with ease to fit your needs. In fact, thanks to the LinQ attachment system, you could change the entire layout of the boat each and every time you go out on the water, depending on whether it will be a fishing excursion or a day of family cruising fun.
Some of the standard fishing features include a fully integrated from the factory bow-mounted Garmin Force Kraken trolling motor, two Garmin fish finders (one at the bow and one at the stern), two fishing pedestal seats, a quick-attach 68 L LinQ cooler and livewell, a dedicated locking storage space for tackle and valuables, a separate quick-access rod storage compartment for up to four rods, front and rear corner doors to provide easy access to the dock and the water, and more.
One other thing I really liked about this model—everything is on one level. Most traditional center console fishing boats have forward and/or rear casting decks that require a step up. On rough days this can sometimes prove a little dicey, so from an accessibility and a safety standpoint, I can definitely see the benefits of having the entire deck layout on one flat level.
After testing out the Switch Cruise Limited last year, it’s safe to say that this model was fully designed with the angler in mind—Sea-Doo did not simply throw a few rod holders on an existing model. And like all models in the lineup, this is pontoon that handles like a PWC. Equipped with Sea-Doo exclusive iBR (Intelligent Brake and Reverse) technology, Switch is the only pontoon on the market with a braking system. Throttle, brake, and reverse are controlled with bicycle handbrake-style levers which makes steering, docking, launching, and loading a breeze. Each Switch also comes with a trailer standard, with the aim of easing the ownership experience, especially for new boaters.
To learn more about the Sea-Doo Switch Fish, visit sea-doo.brp.com.
By Kaylie Jasinski