2022 Sea-Doo SWITCH Lineup Review: The Watercraft Journal, EP. 98

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  • čas přidán 13. 09. 2021
  • The Watercraft Journal got to test drive SIX brand-new 2022 Sea-Doo Switch pontoon boats and we bring you all of the details and features, as well as rare cut-away looks. Read the whole article with more detail HERE: watercraftjournal.com/gallery...
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Komentáře • 391

  • @hoouwit1
    @hoouwit1 Před 2 lety +94

    I can't wait to purify myself in the waters of Lake Minnetonka.😁

    • @DR4WZ
      @DR4WZ Před 2 lety +7

      "That ain't Lake Minnetonka"

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +8

      Funny, because it was.

    • @DR4WZ
      @DR4WZ Před 2 lety +7

      @@watercraftjournal I was making a Purple Rain reference in response to the original comment. Hence the quotation marks.

    • @michaelgarrity6090
      @michaelgarrity6090 Před 2 lety

      Looks like a pretty lake.

    • @brandonvasquez404
      @brandonvasquez404 Před 2 lety +18

      Game. Blouses.

  • @DennisSwanson517
    @DennisSwanson517 Před 2 lety +24

    Like always you knocked it out of the park with this review. Thanks Kevin for going above and beyond to bring us the information we want and need

  • @Hagans711
    @Hagans711 Před 2 lety +2

    So cool. Love the handle bar steering and modern look. Not to mention the various configurations you can pull off

  • @gregfaucher6338
    @gregfaucher6338 Před 2 lety +3

    Great video Kevin. I’m so jealous of your job!

  • @Myadventurefishing
    @Myadventurefishing Před 2 lety +6

    Finally... great review. You addressed all my concerns and which one was the best combo. Thank you

  • @scottg77r
    @scottg77r Před 2 lety +1

    Finally a good review. Nice job!

  • @jeffjeff4477
    @jeffjeff4477 Před 2 lety

    Best review out there for the Switch
    Ty

  • @markalvarez7642
    @markalvarez7642 Před 2 lety

    Really great video, I can’t wait to get mine!

  • @theflynlion
    @theflynlion Před 2 lety +15

    New to boating, so I’ve watched MANY of the CZcams videos on the Sea Doo Switch, which has piqued my interest. Many good videos out there on this game changing design, but yours is by far the most informative and professionally done video I’ve seen yet. You’ve got me completely sold on the Sea Doo. Well done! 👍🏻

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      Awesome, thank you!

    • @mschampagnediva5303
      @mschampagnediva5303 Před rokem +1

      We’re newbies and starting our journey did you move forward with this one?

    • @theflynlion
      @theflynlion Před 9 měsíci

      I’ve decided to go with a Land Yacht instead…bought a Class A Motorhome!

  • @PianoMan-hx3ev
    @PianoMan-hx3ev Před 2 lety +1

    Great option for out-to-sea novel writing. 📚

  • @williamlagi9871
    @williamlagi9871 Před 2 lety +4

    I love all of them🤩

  • @LifeBeginsOnTheWater
    @LifeBeginsOnTheWater Před 2 lety +3

    Great content, appreciate you sharing. Looks like y’all had a blast testing! Seadoo may have themselves another great product out on the market.
    Billy D

  • @WeTryMotorsports
    @WeTryMotorsports Před 2 lety +4

    Awesome video, really like the fact you show moving the seats, complete view of both SC / NA motors and reviewed all models at idle and moving at full speeds. The one thing I can say is at 7:30 the Sea-Doo does not have the Sport Compact with the 230HP available, unfortunately. My favorite segment is at 9:28 - this is why I preordered that bad boy. Cheers

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      No there isn’t a 230HP 13-footer.

    • @WeTryMotorsports
      @WeTryMotorsports Před 2 lety +1

      @@watercraftjournal Correct, the video implies all Sport models come with the ability for either 170 or 230 choices. Just wanted to clarify :)

    • @jimmykol
      @jimmykol Před 2 lety

      @@WeTryMotorsports They control the hp output via computer tuning and addition of a supercharger. its the same 1630 ACE Rotax. you will see 230 hp 13 footers.....

    • @WeTryMotorsports
      @WeTryMotorsports Před 2 lety +2

      @@jimmykol I don't like to say this on other channels, but I outlined exactly what you're saying in mine - so I understand this completely. I'm talking about stock, out of the gate from Sea-Doo you can't order a Sport Compact with 230hp. I pre-ordered a Sport Compact and I fully intend to tune it immediately. I already have the maptunerX

  • @soundwavepiano8853
    @soundwavepiano8853 Před 2 lety +1

    Best review on youtube👍

  • @raypollock8761
    @raypollock8761 Před 11 měsíci

    The switch looks like an excellent product I can hardly wait to try one

  • @dazzler5012
    @dazzler5012 Před 2 lety

    Fantastic video kevin. So informative and eloquently put.

  • @bwhite661
    @bwhite661 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video! Can you wakeboard behind any of them without the supercharged version? I don't want to mess with a supercharge rebuild every few years. It doesn't look like any of them come with a tower to hook up a towline up high? I wouldn't want the 13 footer. I'd like something that holds at least 8 people.

  • @martinscluff
    @martinscluff Před 2 lety +3

    I love this. It is a jet ski with a boat built on top of it. I have been concerned with the polytec hulls as replacement is labor intensive. Adding that much more bulk to an impact will surely make them more prone to damage than the Gti. However for the money this is awesome and I suppose if you didn’t let anybody borrow it then it will probably never break.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      They’re pretty stout for what they are.

    • @quikgt
      @quikgt Před 2 lety +2

      The switch hulls are built in sections so you only need to replace what’s broken.

    • @windowsvistasuxalot
      @windowsvistasuxalot Před 2 lety

      Do you mean this type of hull is super expensive to repair?

  • @nicktorres5540
    @nicktorres5540 Před 2 lety

    We just got one and it is awesome lol I feel like I’m driving a huge jet ski we got the 18ft one

  • @debore3654
    @debore3654 Před 2 lety +2

    never been on water, like only touring boats but i want this to be my first entry to boating and yachting maybe

  • @joeyjeanveau1349
    @joeyjeanveau1349 Před rokem

    I would love one, as we are currently looking at purchasing a pontoon, but unfortunately the deal is we need a pontoon with a fishing package, and these don't seem to have that option. Great boat though!

  • @rubber-duck
    @rubber-duck Před 8 dny

    Being a single Man I'd love the 13' sport set it up for fishing, out on the lake to fish with a couple of guests, good times coming 😊

  • @cb9335
    @cb9335 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for the thorough report! I have one on order. Any news on when they will start to be delivered? You seem to have the connections to provide solid info. Thanks!

  • @NMIBUBBLE
    @NMIBUBBLE Před 2 lety +1

    Great looking product I wonder if they sold normal seats that you can detach and put in the water for just floating in the water seating and fishing off of or maybe just a roll up towing island that you can just roll out and walk on to fish off maybe even detach a seat and attach to the island to seat on. That would be cool too.

  • @lindalakota38
    @lindalakota38 Před 2 lety

    Its ben good 10 years sense looking at water craft last thing i was looking at was sea rays. But thease seadoo has come up on game the new fishing skis and these

  • @joshuawoodruff7280
    @joshuawoodruff7280 Před 2 lety +2

    Not for me as I purchased a 23' Tri with 200 Merc, but I can definitely see these things selling very well, Seadoo sure does now how to hit a niche out of the park. These will be all over lakes/rivers next year assuming they can make enough.

  • @mikefortune1263
    @mikefortune1263 Před 2 lety

    Awesome 👍

  • @MikeZ32TT
    @MikeZ32TT Před 2 lety +2

    They will sell a ton. Great video.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes they will!

    • @georgedoolittle9015
      @georgedoolittle9015 Před 2 lety

      $60,000 dollars for a pontoon boat? Good luck in the USA with that. Yamaha still dominates and obviously for far less you get actual creature comforts (protection from the elements most importantly.) Compared to an outboard run all aluminum pontoon this checks zero boxes...again at this price and in the USA.
      Look forward to being proven wrong absolutely but pure battery electric is just now fully in the water (TwinVee) and given how quiet pure BEV, more reliable, far less complex, awesome amounts of torque and well suited for watercraft propulsion and I think this ICE Platform base is going to have a lot to prove in as somehow "latest and greatest."
      Nice marketing material tho..

  • @deniseriopel9125
    @deniseriopel9125 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for the review. What do you consider a moderate chops lake? Here we have some days with high west winds with 3-4’ high 🌊 waves that can start with a calm lake to white froth chops to 3-4 ‘ waves in 10-15 minutes. How the Switch will react in those kind of waves if we need to come back home and are in the middle of this?

  • @docholiday9562
    @docholiday9562 Před 2 lety +2

    Couple of things…First, any Sport model gets a standard Bimini. You’d only made that mention for the Cruise models. Base models do not get one, nor can they get one. 2nd, the 13’ Compact Sport does not get the standard 2 speaker BRP Bluetooth sound system like the longer versions do, and is only available with the 170 hp. 3rd, as an FYI, the gas fill cap/tube is under a small Velcro section next to the Captains chair outside. 4th, the trailer comes with a built in ladder to access the pontoon from the ground. 5th, if you preorder (and this is the only way you’ll ever see one first year they arrive in 2022), SeaDoo throws in an extra year of warranty, giving you 2 total. Much more details, but these are a few.

    • @docholiday9562
      @docholiday9562 Před 2 lety

      The Compact version in either base or Sport, has only a few of the padded sections for comfort…but you can purchase a kit for more. Also, on every length model, every seat has under-seat storage, and the seats lining the rear and sides, fold flat, as well as being removable.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      OK, that's for all that info. As you might've guessed it's a little hard to cram EVERYTHING into a brief 10-12min. video.

    • @docholiday9562
      @docholiday9562 Před 2 lety +1

      @@watercraftjournal oh yeah. There’s even more to tell, too…lol. But, I very much liked and appreciated the review…I’m ordering one for myself too…getting the Compact Sport, because I like the 170 hp, and Bimini…and it’s mostly just my wife and I that’ll use it, with perhaps one other couple. Don’t care about the stereo…I’ll bring my own Bluetooth speaker. Buying the mat kit which runs the soft mat material over all of the center section….this will be a hit…those that don’t get the Captains set up, to be able to drive it like a jet ski, don’t get it. It turns on a dime as you said, and the Intelligent Braking Reverse is no joke…I’ve watched, silently, some of your other reviews..love ‘em. Just with this one, I had a little more “first hand” info..lol.

  • @MarvinDrabinsky
    @MarvinDrabinsky Před rokem

    how do you board the 21 switch cruise from the rear. I see the labels to be sure to keep the doors closed on the rear 1/4 panels, but don't see how either of the swinging quarter panel doors open so that you can easily board from the swim step. Thanks!

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před rokem

      Easy, you crawl over the back seats that slightly fold down. SUPER CONVENIENT!

  • @ih8people679
    @ih8people679 Před 2 lety

    Great video, that's a lot cheaper then the Ventura I've been wanting. Only thing I'm not liking is the what I believe is plastic windows. Reminds me of my 1st jeep with half doors with the zipper windows... scratch and get damaged easily.

  • @joelcrow
    @joelcrow Před 2 lety

    If I can just ram this thing up onto a sandbar for a day picnic (without damaging any prop) then this thing is awesome!

  • @triplelexxx9407
    @triplelexxx9407 Před 2 lety

    Is the 16 foot avaliable with the 230hp motor? If so is it your top pick? Or is the 13 footer with the 170hp the way to go?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      Yes. And it all depends on what your needs are. It's really impossible for anyone to make that decision for you.

  • @JoeG-Mac
    @JoeG-Mac Před 2 lety +1

    Great video man! How close is the fun level of the mid-size sport compared to the compact? As you said, the mid-size seems to check all the boxes, but I'd be willing to uncheck a few boxes if the compact is that much more fun to drive.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +2

      The 13' is really rowdy with the 170HP.

    • @JoeG-Mac
      @JoeG-Mac Před 2 lety +2

      @@watercraftjournal So.. Mid-size or Compact. What's your pick?

  • @Dbars19
    @Dbars19 Před 2 lety +19

    im totally down for companies to make cheaper boat options for people. When a fishing boat is 80k+ things are out of control.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      That was the point!

    • @duckman5849
      @duckman5849 Před 2 lety +1

      You get what you pay for. Design and construction cost $ and those 80k fishing boats hold their value. There are plenty of cheaper fishing boats out there and I’m sure your aware of that. This “pontoon” boat is like the modular home of houses.

  • @Dchiossone
    @Dchiossone Před 2 lety +1

    Great video! Thanks!
    What do you think on having the Switch as a bay boat on Lake Erie?

  • @zuser12345
    @zuser12345 Před 2 lety

    Looks cool. I'm concerned about those plastic side windows shattering if they get bumped or pushed against during freezing winter storage.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      Shattering? They're soft plastic, like the windows on a Jeep.

    • @zuser12345
      @zuser12345 Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal I only ask because I had a convertible that had a soft plastic back window and it shattered/multi-cracked during the winter.

  • @gregorymclendon2692
    @gregorymclendon2692 Před 2 lety

    Just curious. Has anyone set theirs up for fishing (trolling motors, etc.) and what would you do about a live well? Not knocking this thing at all. I'm just asking. It seems like it would be great for canals in bayous. No its not an air boat, not like I'd be jumping stumps anyway.

  • @fstop95
    @fstop95 Před 2 lety

    Excellent review. Jetskis can be annoyingly loud (common lakeowners complaint). What do these sound like? Mostly wondering at the preverbal "sunset cruise" type speeds.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      Honestly, modern PWC are nowhere near as loud as older 2-strokes. These are very muted and you'll never hear them wring out the throttle.

    • @jagervolant7871
      @jagervolant7871 Před 2 lety

      Does it disturb you when you’re enjoying your grey poupon 😂

    • @fstop95
      @fstop95 Před 2 lety +1

      @@jagervolant7871 ha, so very funny.

  • @ZoeyCarey
    @ZoeyCarey Před 2 lety

    Anyone know if it’s possible to ski behind these? I assume it would have to be the bigger 2 engine options. Personally I love the small one just wish it had the big motor in it

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      We towed a raft in the video. You can get the 13' with the 170HP.

    • @rashick11
      @rashick11 Před rokem

      We ski, wakeboard, knee board and tube behind our 21/230

  • @shamalamadingdong9205
    @shamalamadingdong9205 Před 2 lety

    What about of weeds get in the jet? Can it be cleaned out topside or do you need to get under?

  • @voodoo2882
    @voodoo2882 Před 2 lety

    great idea.......could have shown the launch from the trailer! or is that the sore spot?
    this would make for a grand time with the kids. Nicely done!!

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      They were already launched when we got there. Why would that be a "sore spot?"

    • @voodoo2882
      @voodoo2882 Před 2 lety +2

      @@watercraftjournal =you know launch and retrieval in the wind is a major problem for boaters
      =can it be driven on/off the trailer?
      =does the short wide stance [hull design] give it an advantage at the ramp?
      .....hence the sore spot blip. What manufacturers show you is one thing but what they do not show you could be an Achilles heel.
      Your vid review was spot on and checked many boxes. Thx

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      It wasn't a windy day, so it wouldn't have been a good litmus test anyhow.

    • @voodoo2882
      @voodoo2882 Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal thx

  • @zuul6929
    @zuul6929 Před 2 lety

    Do you know anything about when it comes to winterizing the boat? Thanks.

  • @ericgregory3005
    @ericgregory3005 Před 2 lety

    with the 1630 motor is it just a tune that changes the 100hp to the 170 or are the internals different? i'd bet to save money they are the same and you can save some scratch getting the 100 hp and tune it.

  • @Rick_Sanchez_C137_
    @Rick_Sanchez_C137_ Před rokem

    Okay, but the swell in Alaska’s Inside Passage is frequently four feet…. Would these work for the inside passage, or are these for flat lake and river waters only?

  • @saltysteel3996
    @saltysteel3996 Před 2 lety +1

    If there was a fishing model then I'd be really interested. Also wonder what the fuel efficiency is?
    We got a new 2022 Sun Tracker Fishing Barge 22 foot pontoon with 150HP 4 stroke Mercury outboard. Fully optioned out, fishing package, under skinning, ski tower, trailer, it all came in at 46K dollars.
    Has a 10 foot powered bimini top, front and rear live wells, GPS trolling motor with remote control, GPS chart plotter/fish finder, seats 11 people, sound system, fishing rod storage and tackle storage, removable table, plenty of under seat storage, 38 gallon fuel tank, cruises at 33 MPH with 4-5 adults with fishing gear and food-drinks.
    We've gone 54 miles on 18 gallons. It can do a 118 mile round trip on a tank of gas at full throttle cruising speed.
    Comes with a lifetime warranty for the original owner and a 10 year transferrable warranty.
    This is my 3rd boat and so far we've really enjoyed it.
    Has a nice swim ladder on the back with a small swim deck area to jump off into the water from and the side gate is another great spot to jump from too. Front ladder built onto the trailer makes getting in and out of the boat while it's on the trailer very easy. Ski tower is heavy duty and is up above the motor so pulling tubes is no issue and is very easy.
    Build quality is solid.

  • @Abanamat85
    @Abanamat85 Před 2 lety

    Gotta get one of these

  • @allenharris8577
    @allenharris8577 Před rokem

    I live in Osceola County these lakes can get rough I'm curious how it does in rough water

  • @UncleBildo
    @UncleBildo Před 2 lety

    All of 'em for '22 went like hotcakes...... I tried to get one, couldn't scare one up. Opted for a Fish Pro Trophy instead.

  • @Church3333
    @Church3333 Před rokem

    Do they come with a live well?

  • @jimgunn4498
    @jimgunn4498 Před rokem +3

    Just FYI, my father has owned the 13' model with the 170 HP motor for about 3 months now (around 35 hours of use). In our experience, everything about the boat is very cheaply made, plastic, breaks constantly and takes weeks to months to get replacemet parts. The boat takes on water into the hull and has to be drained and cleaned rigorously and the ride is atrocous due to the very wide and flat hull. Not to mention, the deck of the boat gets scalding hot in the sun, so no bare feet onboard. I suppose if it were on a flat, freshwater lake, it wouldn't be a big deal, but as this one is being used in Pensacola Bay, Pensacola, Florida, all of the above make it a very bad boat for the area. Oh yeah, with 4 people on board, at least two have to be sitting/standing up front or the boat will not reach plane. He is already trying to sell his.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před rokem +2

      And you're surprised? A pontoon Spark.

    • @floydweb745
      @floydweb745 Před rokem

      I agree. All that black trim would quickly get too hot to touch in the Florida sun. Plus, black and gray are downright dangerous colors due to poor visibility in bad weather !

    • @googoo8325
      @googoo8325 Před měsícem

      Have you copied and pasted this on every video?

    • @M22Research
      @M22Research Před 10 dny

      @@googoo8325I appreciated the real life experience from an owner.

  • @gilcasas6838
    @gilcasas6838 Před 2 lety

    I like it

  • @stevenjaclynsleight983

    I’m looking into these switch’s quite seriously for next season. Primarily my boating will be done at lake Powell, mead, and havasu, all of which are known to have moderate chop frequently. I’m a family of 5, and would like having the capability to bring a few friends. Looking at the 230 18 and 21 options, how would they compare? I’m leaning towards the 21 just for assumed increased ride and comfort in chop. Is the power adequate in the 21, or does it start to feel anemic?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      See our other video on the 21'. Even the 230 struggles to push a fully loaded vessel. Wait until the new Manitou pontoons are revealed in a week.

    • @stevenjaclynsleight983
      @stevenjaclynsleight983 Před 2 lety

      Interesting, I’ll keep an eye out. I have a young family so it’ll be a jet boat for me for a few years, but if they do jets I’ll be in. Otherwise I’ll either settle for the 18, or do the 21 and look aftermarket for a tune.

  • @carlosaviles6489
    @carlosaviles6489 Před 2 lety

    Any live wells in these models or can you add one?

  • @davidwarren9761
    @davidwarren9761 Před 2 lety

    I want a Compact 170 but where do I mount a Minn Kota Ultrex 80# thrust trolling motor?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      LOL!

    • @davidwarren9761
      @davidwarren9761 Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal I am not kidding. If I can find a way to do it I am going to buy a Compact Sport 170 and mount a trolling motor with spot lock. Won't even need a shallow water anchor. I wonder if SeaDoo will let you upgrade the fish finder to whatever the buyer chooses if the buyer pays for it up front and lets SeaDoo install it?

  • @travispowell2471
    @travispowell2471 Před 2 lety

    Dang. These look perfect for a boat newb like me. Take the fam and grand kids out running around.

  • @TIVAJAVA-qo7ms
    @TIVAJAVA-qo7ms Před 2 lety

    Does the switch sport 18' come from factory with two Soft Armrest with Cup Holder (269003781) and Seat Corner Backrest (LH) (295101045)?

  • @windowsvistasuxalot
    @windowsvistasuxalot Před 2 lety +2

    Just got on the list in Florida. Put my $1k down to be priority and hoping for the fully loaded model by spring 2023. Very creative design by seadoo

  • @drpaulstern
    @drpaulstern Před 2 lety +1

    Great review. My concern is the ability to drive in shallow water. What’s the minimum distance for clearance in shallow water to prevent damage? I live on a shallow river channel and wonder if this would be as driveable as a pontoon in those shallow waters.

  • @robertgcruz8153
    @robertgcruz8153 Před 2 lety

    How is the wake on this boat for wakeboarding and for scurfing?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      Fair question. We towed a raft in our testing, but Greg Gaddis did wakeboard behind one. He enjoyed it, but it obviously wasn't equal to a dedicated wake boat.

    • @robertgcruz8153
      @robertgcruz8153 Před 2 lety +1

      @@watercraftjournal thank you for the fast reply

  • @larryfinke6133
    @larryfinke6133 Před 2 lety +1

    It’s like Rubbermaid decided to make a boat!

  • @carlg7535
    @carlg7535 Před 2 lety

    Wonder what the fuel burn on the 230 is like

  • @noahenglert
    @noahenglert Před 2 lety

    hey i go out on lake minnetonka all the time i might see you sometime

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      You'll never find us - we're never there but this one time.

    • @noahenglert
      @noahenglert Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal awh😂come by sometime and let's have a sea doo party

  • @ericlismumze9932
    @ericlismumze9932 Před 2 lety

    kinda odd there isn't a"fish" trim level. I didn't see a single pedestal seat even. just be nice to be able to put that cooler from the fishing jet ski they got with the water pump, nd then a pedistal seat at each corner and taht swim deck on the back so you can kneel and get low if you need. maybe some rod holders and so forth...i would really consider that if i could set it up for fishing.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      It's not so odd when you watch out other videos. A fishing trim will be offered in later models.

  • @yylim819
    @yylim819 Před 2 lety +1

    Wonder how's performance on tough water conditiom?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      This is NOT an open ocean vessel, if that's your question.

    • @dethray1000
      @dethray1000 Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal i was thinking of lake powell--watching your video i do not think they would handle the chop--when the wind comes up(common) it gets extremely choppy

  • @jakemarkusic7978
    @jakemarkusic7978 Před 2 lety +1

    I am not too sure about the longevity of this. If you look at 1:46 in the video, the floor bends just from him jumping. How do you think this will do in rougher conditions, at speed, with multiple passengers? I don't think too well...

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      It's not an open ocean-fairing vessel. This is an entry level pontoon for lakes and rivers.

    • @theflynlion
      @theflynlion Před 2 lety +2

      It wasn’t the floor he jumped from, it was the swim platform…not a structural part of the hull.

  • @johncuervo3019
    @johncuervo3019 Před 2 lety

    Take the thirteen foot one into the ocean through the inlets

  • @bleezham
    @bleezham Před 2 lety

    What is the plan for salt water and these pontoons with jet motor? Need a lift?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      Get it out of the water, yes.

    • @bleezham
      @bleezham Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal That's really going to slow down the adoption... Unless a similar solution is in place like a jet ski dock.... Just larger. Floating docks are big $$$

  • @SirLouisTheThird
    @SirLouisTheThird Před 2 lety +3

    I need this boat

  • @Cameron72737
    @Cameron72737 Před 2 lety

    I'd like to see one customized for fishing!

  • @bobmcnulty3500
    @bobmcnulty3500 Před 2 lety

    I think BRP made a big design flaw in the SWITCH. One can only enter it easily from the front. Most pontoon boats have a gate on the side and front. You will need a L shaped dock to board it from the front. I may have missed another way but I have watched about ten videos on the new switch and not one including yours shows anyone boarding the boat. BTW all 2022 SWITCHES are sold out.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      I haven't heard that all '22 Switches have been sold to customers, but rather, all Switches have been sold to dealers.

    • @bobmcnulty3500
      @bobmcnulty3500 Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal
      I call all the dealers around me (Ottawa Canada) and they all said that they are sold to customers. One is going to call me when they come in so I can see it but they are all sold out for 2022. Kevin do you have any comment on the front only gate. I would be interested in your take on this.

  • @danwendorf1735
    @danwendorf1735 Před 2 lety

    How does this pontoon act in a weedy lake?

  • @Captainhairyass
    @Captainhairyass Před 2 lety

    How good is that upgraded sound system?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      It's good. You'll want all the corner speakers.

    • @Captainhairyass
      @Captainhairyass Před 2 lety +1

      @@watercraftjournal thanks a lot. I just called and got em as an option after watching this video.

    • @chrisskinner6483
      @chrisskinner6483 Před rokem

      "All" as in more than 2. Like above and beyond the 4k upgrade?

  • @allenharris8577
    @allenharris8577 Před rokem

    Does it suck getting the boat on a plane I had a cyclone and it sucked

  • @scaryfriend1
    @scaryfriend1 Před rokem

    For those extended water times - anyone have a "linq compatible" privacy bathroom for this yet? Somewhat surprised not many party barges with self contained facilities.

  • @namechane1758
    @namechane1758 Před 2 lety +1

    1:45 the flex 😫

  • @sbonacic2004
    @sbonacic2004 Před 2 lety

    I want one so bad but I can't decide what to get. I want to wake board with it but I also don't want to go to a super high end tier at 40k. I don't need the space since it will be just me, wife and 2 dogs like 98% of the time

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      Lots of options!

    • @sbonacic2004
      @sbonacic2004 Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal what is your opinion on towing a 200lb man behind a compact sport 170hp model. I've narrowed it down thanks to the youtube community and now I just need to see a video of that happening to confirm.

  • @lonewolf1405
    @lonewolf1405 Před 2 lety

    Just wanted to let you know you have a typo in the description, you say Spark instead of Switch.

  • @danroth636
    @danroth636 Před 2 lety

    Will these break down as much as a regular sea doo?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      Only if they're misused like a vast number of PWC are.

    • @bonek350
      @bonek350 Před 2 lety

      Probably. And then good luck finding somebody to work on it for a reasonable price after the warranty is out. Looks pretty sweet though!

  • @GIJOE573
    @GIJOE573 Před 2 lety +1

    the reconfigurable deck layout sounds neat but I would never consider buying one unless they ditch the jet drive and give it an outboard

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +11

      Then you've completely missed the point of the entire damn thing.

  • @joshoconnor1819
    @joshoconnor1819 Před 2 lety

    Looks like the engine removal is worse than a typical inboard. Hard to tell though is this the case?

  • @paintballguru13
    @paintballguru13 Před 2 lety

    So can you tune the 230 to 300hp?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      No.

    • @splewy
      @splewy Před 2 lety +1

      Sort of. Sea Doo’s 300hp version of the 1630 ace does have a few upgraded internals over the 230hp models, so it’s not a just case of identical engine, different tune like it is with the 130/170 models.
      However there are tune/prop combos out there already for the GTR 230 that will give another 6mph of top speed, so I could certainly see something similar coming for the Switch.
      Also, since the 230 and 300 are basically identical externally, I see no reason why people couldn’t start swapping 300 engines into these.

  • @tiredofthelies303
    @tiredofthelies303 Před 2 lety

    How fast was the 13’ 170hp??
    Can’t you just tune the 100hp to 170hp?

  • @jsheavy3923
    @jsheavy3923 Před 2 lety

    I wonder if i could fix a 300 in the compact. That might be interesting 🤔

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      It would literally tear that hull in half.

    • @jsheavy3923
      @jsheavy3923 Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal WOW. They are that thin that sucks. Well then i think ill pass on one 😅

  • @stevejohansen5373
    @stevejohansen5373 Před 2 lety

    So what ur telling me is Sea-do combine a jet ski, a pontoon boat, and a ski boat into one? And it’s affordable? Consider me sold!!

  • @martinschulz9381
    @martinschulz9381 Před 2 lety +1

    They are good fair weather bikini girl party boats. I can't figure out why they don't build one with a windshield with a removable enclosed cab. My wife and I considered a pontoon boat, but in cool weather they are pretty much worthless to us. We opted for a regular windshield boat.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      Again ENTRY LEVEL BOAT.

    • @martinschulz9381
      @martinschulz9381 Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal The pontoon boat is a great idea/concept, but all (entry level or not) of them have basically the same Bimini sun roofs and are pretty worthless in cool weather.

    • @rashick11
      @rashick11 Před rokem +1

      You can get a full camper enclosure.

  • @helix6609
    @helix6609 Před 2 lety

    How does it handle in the chop?

  • @jb7049
    @jb7049 Před 2 lety

    Are you sure the anchor and line come standard with each model?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      That's what the Sea-Doo Brand Manager told me to my face while he was filmed on camera pulling the anchor from the front bin.

    • @jb7049
      @jb7049 Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal thanks - appreciate the color. I wish they did a better job telling dealers / consumers what comes standard. My dealer just called me and told me their accessories order is going in tomorrow and it’s highly unlikely I’ll be able to get anything on my own next year. I nearly popped on the anchor. I did have him add a collapsible paddle. Guess I’ll have an extra if that comes standard as well.

    • @Steven-xj2rf
      @Steven-xj2rf Před 2 lety

      I bet they will sell a lot of those anchor box lids. :-)

    • @jb7049
      @jb7049 Před 2 lety

      FYI - I checked the manual. Anchor and rope is not standard - needs to be purchased as an accessory. Confirmed in another review. I think it was about 11 mins in.
      czcams.com/video/h6UEBF524XM/video.html

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      Meh, not exactly. We had to double check with corporate. It's standard on all Sport and Cruise models.

  • @bleezham
    @bleezham Před 2 lety

    need a 230 hp 13 footer!

  • @wintermaryland3619
    @wintermaryland3619 Před 2 lety

    What is the width of these?

  • @mahfujkajal
    @mahfujkajal Před 2 lety

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @espritmike
    @espritmike Před 2 lety

    Looks like sea doo found or created a new niché. Already have the wife wanting me to sell the Scarab so I won’t show her these yet.😏

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety +1

      They seem to specialize in understanding the market better than others.

  • @bigle10579
    @bigle10579 Před 2 lety

    Can the Switch go into the ocean?

  • @arrow1island
    @arrow1island Před 2 lety

    All they need now is a Fishpro version

  • @LifeIsGoodThankYouGod

    How much gas is this 170 horse use ?

  • @architecturehappy
    @architecturehappy Před 2 lety +2

    Great video and review, but with all the plastic that things looks like a jet drive strapped to a yeti cooler… 😂

  • @lomzemtshaj1030
    @lomzemtshaj1030 Před rokem

    Where can I find them?

  • @garybucci7331
    @garybucci7331 Před 2 lety +1

    I'd love to know how these will do on Bays. Not a glassy lake. I heard in a different video the '13 should not go into chop higher than 1ft, a small openbow even handles that. The other issue I have is the options. Why cant I get the Bimini on the base model or option the 170 engine? Although the 100 and the 170 are the same engine, they will have Tunes out for these shortly I feel. Yet, I dont see any videos ont he base models, all Sports or higher. The other issue is really cost. $21k to start on a '16ft? Although, trailer is included which makes that pill a lot easier to swallow.

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      They don't. Smooth water only.

    • @garybucci7331
      @garybucci7331 Před 2 lety

      @@watercraftjournal living in the east coast right by NJ, the Bay is where I boat, lots of pontoons out there and handle some chop very well. Do you think the ‘16 can or is that a waste of money then?

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      Watch our video for flex, specifically. Then watch other Switch reviews for the same action.

  • @Paul-ou1rx
    @Paul-ou1rx Před 2 lety +1

    I can see some other manufacture "adjusting their designs" to be comparable. They could call it "The Switcheroo".

    • @watercraftjournal
      @watercraftjournal  Před 2 lety

      LOL!

    • @Paul-ou1rx
      @Paul-ou1rx Před 2 lety +1

      @@watercraftjournal I really do think this concept will be the future of pontoon boats. I think the other mfgs will at least be scrambling to "rearrange the deck chairs" to be competitive.