How To Choose The Right Personal Watercraft
Florida’s Atlantic coast is the perfect place to cruise on a personal watercraft. Imagine yourself kicking up spray in the summer heat with the water sparkling around you. Sounds pretty great, right? The personal watercraft (PWC) market has exploded since the 1980s, which makes the number of choices you have seem positively overwhelming.
This guide to choosing the perfect PWC by Polaris of Gainesville is intended to help you narrow down your choice from all the options available. If you have any questions, you’ll find us in Alachua!
Number of Seats
One priority you should consider is how many seats you want. If you’re a solo rider with a lot of experience, you might not even want a seated model, in which case a stand-up style is what you’ll want. These are fast and agile with easy handling so you can cruise as fast as you like in the open water.
Newer riders and those who want to bring people along with them will want to go with a sit-down style. There are plenty of these on the market, seating anywhere from two to four passengers. Some have modular seating that’s removable so you can widen the swim platform for more space to relax and sunbathe if you so desire.
New Or Used?
Another essential consideration is whether you want to invest in a new or used model. New models will cost much more, but they have all the latest technology which could include Bluetooth sound systems or waterproof charging bays. Older models can be just as good in terms of the riding experience they offer. Although they won’t have the most recent upgrades, they come at a much lower price, which is great if you’re new to the sport or on a budget.
Ready to look at some great PWC? Visit Polaris of Gainesville to check out our inventory! Our location in Alachua is convenient whether you’re coming from Gainesville or Lake City, Florida.