A new center toon with lifting strakes is more costly but will impact boat ride and handling at all speeds including no wake.

Bennington pontoon lifting strakes. Not only are their saltwater pontoon boats affordable but their boat interiors are created for comfort and have a long life span. Tracker had these NV logs that would plane a 2 log toon with a 90 hp outboard but they used 6 inch wide strakes on both sides of the pontoon. After discussions with motor dealer and talking with Bentley reps the prop I have on it now is a 157515 pitch SS prop.

Benningtons exclusive Elliptical Pontoons combined with lifting strakes performance foils solid round keels and an under deck wave shield offers incredible two-tube performance. The strakes welded directly onto the pontoons produce lift at the bow by displacing water allowing the boat to in essence glide above the water rather than lumber through it. Of additional buoyancy allowing the boat to sit higher and run faster.

Lifting strakes are recommended for 90 hp or greater on boats with twin elliptical pontoons. Another big advantage of going this route is the strakes will be welded to the brand new center toon at the factory - new metal to new metal. Hello all Jason from Louisiana.

Lifting strakes and bow lift can help improve speed by 48 mph so we recommend lifting strakes for any Bennington pontoon with an engine greater than 115 hp. Many lifting strakes use negative angles which can generate lift but can hurt. Planing strakes are all about adding flat area to lift the boat.

Being a tri-toon with lifting strakes and powered by a very sporty 200HP Yamaha means you can reach speeds up to 40mph while also allowing for tubing and skiing alike. You truly get more for your money with this boat. Bennington is one of the best brands in manufacturing saltwater pontoon boats.

The boat is fast. Benningtons exclusive Elliptical Pontoons combined with lifting strakes performance foils solid round keels and an under deck wave shield offer incredible two-tube performance. Each elliptical pontoon adds over 1000 lbs.