Grizzly bears, blacktail deer, bald eagles and thundering waterfalls are part of the sights in Venture’s continuing tour of the remote fjords of Baranof Island.
UNTAMED ALASKAN WILDERNESS. Grizzly bears, blacktail deer, bald eagles and thundering waterfalls are part of the sights in Venture’s continuing tour of the remote fjords of Baranof Island in southeast Alaska’s cruising grounds.
THE "BLACK EDITION" IS COOL. The 28 Surf comes with a forward-facing stern drive from Volvo Penta or MerCruiser, extendable wake gates from Malibu and twin MFDs with settings to sculpt the wake. The 28 has many of the wake abilities of its smaller competiors in a larger, more offshore-capable package.
EXPRESS AND FLYBRIDGE MODELS AVAILABLE. The HTC Express model is equipped with Galeon’s signature port and starboard gunwale/decks, an optional hydraulic swim platform and a two-cabin, two-head design with a full-beam master. This versatile boat is designed for owners who want big motor yacht functionality in a compact package. See the review of the Fly video as well.
READY FOR FISHING.This 39-foot vessel stands out on the water with custom hull paint. She comes equipped with a Marlin Tower with a second station, Garmin Electronics, FLIR, Extensive JL Audio Package, Rhodan Trolling Motor and more.
SENSE LIGHTNING BEFORE IT STRIKES.The risk of being struck by lightning far surpasses that of a shark attack. That's why investing in on-the-water lightning sensing, is a smart choice. It's budget-friendly, simple to install, and alerts you to approaching storms up to 25 miles away.
WHICH OPTIONS AREN'T WORTH YOUR INVESTMENT. Open Array or Radar Dome? Pulse or Solid State? 2 kW or 4 kW? Here’s what you need to know when you decide to take the plunge and get a radar system for your boat.
2025 RELEASE SLATED. Volvo Penta's IPS 40 drive, with D13 engines, supports various power sources, including renewable, electric, and hybrid. Its dual input design boosts flexibility and sustainability, optimizing fuel and engine use by adjusting to demand.
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