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New Senza 226 Runabout and SEi 180 LX Also Debut
Bold styling and outstanding value are hallmarks of the 2006 Larson Boats line, which includes the dramatic new Cabrio 350 Hardtop, the sporty new Senza 226 runabout, and the compact SEi 180 LX. This season Larson continues to cover the waterfront, with models ranging from 18-foot sport boats to a 37-foot, wide-beam cruiser. Each exhibits Larson’s commitment to
quality, craftsmanship and innovation, a standard that’s been in place for 93 years.
What’s New
New Larson models for 2006 include:The Cabrio Series now includes nine models with the introduction of the Cabrio 350 Hardtop, a 36-foot 4-inch mid-cabin cruiser with a 12-foot beam. The hardtop is crafted of aluminum and covers most of the cockpit area and can be equipped with a full enclosure. The Cabrio 350 offers year-round comfort in any climate. Other Cabrio Sport Cruiser models range from 22 feet to 36 feet 11 inches. Each features new cabin fabrics and carpets, new topside vinyls, and a new mahogany steering wheel.
The Senza Series gains a new model with the introduction of the Senza 226, a 22’3”-foot bowrider and now the largest model in the four-boat line of sporty Senza runabouts. All 2006 Senza models have an upgraded interior and more stowage.
The Escape Series of deckboats offers families outstanding performance and versatility. Available with either sterndrive or outboard power, the Escape 204 comes equipped with a standard Fishing Package.
The SEi 180 LX brings a new level of style and amenities to the compact runabout category, and is one of six SEi boats that include outboards and sterndrives, runabouts and ski fish models.
The LXi Series of premium runabouts includes a watersports specialist, the LXi 228 Wakeboard, equipped with a chrome boarding tower, board racks, PerfectPass speed control, cockpit heater vents and a special custom trailer. All LXi models are equipped with EFI engines and a matching EZ Loader trailer.
The Technology Leader
In 2006 Larson will continue to offer boaters the benefits of the latest marine technology available:
Every Larson model under 24 feet in length utilizes a hull crafted with the exclusive VEC ® (Virtual Engineered Composite) technology, a closed-mold system that produces components with unmatched precision.
All vinyl upholstery is treated with SRT, a tough, invisible coating that makes the material much more resistant to staining and tearing, and is also UV and mildew resistant.
Most Larson models are equipped with Faria instruments featuring a new fog-free design that prevents the build-up of condensation under the gauge lens.
Larson will again offer the Sirius satellite entertainment service incorporated into Clarion marine stereo units on most models in 2006, with 6 months of Sirius service included with those new boats.
Larson Sport Cruiser models over 29 feet will be equipped with the SeaKey Telematics information and security system.
The Advantages of VEC® Construction
The fiberglass molding process called VEC (Virtual Engineered Composites) is used to manufacture all 2006 Larson sport boat models under 24 feet in length. The patented VEC technology offers efficiency and precision unobtainable with traditional fiberglass molding techniques and also significantly reduces the environmental impact of the fiberglass boat- building process, reducing styrene emissions by 90 percent during the lamination phase.
The VEC process replaces the traditional open-molding process with a computer-monitored, closed-mold system that produces complex fiberglass parts of defined thickness and strength with less than a 1% variation in hull weight. A robotic router/driller precisely trims hull and deck parts to 1/1000th inch and locates holes for mounting hardware. The precision of VEC construction creates unitized parts that are structurally stronger, more quiet and less prone to vibration than a boat manufactured with traditional open-mold construction. Larson is so confident in the integrity of the VEC process it offers a lifetime limited warranty on its boats manufactured with the VEC process.
Sirius Satellite Radio
All Larson models equipped with a Sirius-ready Clarion Marine stereo system will come with a 6-month pre-paid subscription to the 120-stream, commercial-free music and news Sirius broadcasts. Chose from streams of pop, rock, country, jazz, classical and more music, all presented in fade-free, digital quality. News, sports and entertainment streams are also available. The signal is available up to 200 miles offshore. For more information, go to www.sirius.com.
SeaKey
Active since 2002, the satellite-based SeaKey Telematics allows Larson owners who pay an annual fee (which is waived for the first year of ownership), to reach a mechanic, call for tows, get information on weather and fuel dock locations, and even get help with hotel or car reservations.
Offered on all Larson sport cruiser models over 29 feet in length, SeaKey enables family and friends to monitor a boat's position and speed on a home computer. If a boat is moved from its docking area without authorization, an alert goes into 24/7 call center and the tracking system is activated to find the boat. The program also remotely monitors a boat's systems, keeping track of bilge water and battery charge levels. If a serious problem develops on the water, the operator with can hit the red SOS button to summon help from the SeaKey call center, which will alert the appropriate authorities.
Larson is a registered trademark and Senza is a trademark of Larson Boats or its subsidiaries. VEC is a registered trademark of VEC Industries, L.L.C.
About Genmar Holdings, Inc.
Genmar, with approximately 5,000 employees and 9 manufacturing centers, is the builder of 15 premier brands of recreational boats and the industry’s technological leader in the United States and Europe with the development of VEC™ Technology and the Roplene® process. Genmar boat brands include Aquasport®, Carver®, Champion®, Four Winns®, Glastron®, Hydra-Sports®, Larson®, Marquis®, Nuvari®, Ranger®, Seaswirl®, Stratos®, Triumph®, Wellcraft® and Windsor Craft™.
For the most up-to-date information, news release archives, downloadable high-resolution logos and photographs of Genmar products, visit our Web site at www.Genmar.com/pr. Check back regularly for new stories on Genmar and its companies.
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Larson Boats, A Genmar Company
700 Paul Larson Memorial Dr., Little Falls, MN 56345
(800) 452-4834
www.larsonboats.com
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