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28 | Boating Industry | May 2017 www.BoatingIndustry.com 2017 HO SKIS FREERIDE EVO An ultra-bendy ski makes for smooth effortless turns that give the feel that the edge is actually gripping the water. This is due to the combination of fl ex and rocker that allows the EVO to continually conform to the water surface. Regardless of the speed and angle of the water or where the skier is standing on the tip or tail, the EVO is able to compress and give the needed stability and control the skier needs. HONDA BF6 The Honda BF6 is a lightweight, 6-hp out- board motor designed to power small skiffs, tenders, infl atables and sailboats. New innovative rubber engine mounts reduce vibration and noise, while pro- ducing a smoother ride and more comfortable operation at the tiller handle. The largest internal fuel tank (1.5-liters) in the class delivers more than 40 minutes of run time at wide-open throttle. Its weight and new ergonomic handle design also make the BF6 easy to carry to and from a boat. HYDROHOIST HYDROPORT EXTREME The HydroHoist HydroPort Extreme reinvents the PWC docking platform with design and process in- novations, including a conveyer-style roller system, multiple port and starboard positions and heavy-duty stainless steel axles. The PWC never touches the port, preventing incidental damage to the PWC from port to body contact. The exclusive "Air-Pillow" bow stop allows safer, easier entry against the bow of the port, while the molding process allows for a gripping effect to reduce sliding off. ILMOR MV8 7.4L OPS STERNDRIVE ENGINE Ilmor Marine's new MV8 7.4L OPS recreational sterndrive engine is paired with the company's "One Drive" sterndrive system to create a 480+ HP pow- ertrain solution for the recreational bowrider and cruiser markets, available in single- and twin-drive confi gurations. The engine is based off Ilmor's 7.4L powerplant, which has been offered in the company's inboard portfolio since 2011. The central differentiator of the "One Drive" propulsion system is the electro- magnetically actuated hydraulic clutch transmission, the source of Ilmor's "smooth shift" experience. INDMAR RAPTOR 460 Indmar's Raptor 460 is a smaller displacement engine that is designed to be lighter in weight, offer better fuel economy and deliver the performance consumers are seeking. A high-torque intake manifold and high horsepower throttle body, borrowed from Ford's GT- 350, has this model delivering the torque users would expect from a diesel. Low backpressure and an LED lighted cover are just a few of the additional features that are unique to the Wake and Jet Series Raptor 460. INFINITY WOVEN PRODUCTS PATTERNS SERIES Created with new, advanced weaving technologies, the Patterns Series is Infi nity's newest family of styles. Infi nity is the only manufacturer to introduce weaves where each yarn can be individually manipulated. With this new technology, Infi nity can produce styles of woven vinyl fabric more intricate than ever before – providing boat manufacturers the ability to set their fl ooring apart from competition. LEXINGTON SEATING ALUMINUM EVOLUTION SEATING SYSTEM Lexington's new seating system is manufactured from non-corroding, specifi cally designed alumi- num extrusion. It offers corrosion resistance advan- tages particularly in long-term saltwater applications, while saving up to 30 percent of weight. The system is designed with a heavy duty, thermo-formed seat pan with Dymetrol Suspension that eliminates rusty, squeaky springs. Seat design and Dymetrol suspen- sion encourages water fl ow through the rear of the seat and airfl ow through the seat bottom for quick drying in harsh conditions. MAR-KEE GROUP'S 30 DAY BOOTCAMP SALES TRAINING Boat-specific sales training, from a reputable source, is diffi cult to fi nd. Getting managers to hold