Contour Review

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Contour boats are manufactured by Plastitech Products, one of the four companies that make up BW Marine Products. Plastitech also makes the Kayaki Kayak, the Kiwi Kayak, and the Clear Kayak. Contour specializes in paddleboats that are faster and stronger than others in the industry.

Plastitech Products and its BW Marine Products co-owners offer a combined total of 75 years of experience in producing and selling boats. They are located in North Bay, Ontario, Canada, and supply products to dealers internationally. Plastitech Products was established in 1987 and sold paddleboats under the name Aqua-Mate Pedal Boats.

Contour boats are made of UV ray resistant thermoplastics, which gives them longer protection from sun and water than other similar paddleboats. They feature six-blade paddles, sealed hulls and ball bearings, joy-stick steering, and positive buoyancy. Boat weights range from 95 to 126 pounds and can hold from two to five passengers. Safe load capacities for the smallest boats are 450 pounds, while the larger models can hold up to 750 pounds safely.

Pricing

Newer Contour boats are generally priced around $500 and up, depending on the model and size.

Pros

• Contour boat paddles have six blades, allowing for faster speeds.
• ABS and polyethylene hulls are more resistant to the elements and last longer than other brands.
• Contour boats are available internationally.
• The manufacturers of Contour boats have 75 years of experience in the boating industry.
• They are available in several different colors.

Cons

• Contour sells only paddleboats. They do not offer other types of recreational boats.
• Like other paddleboats, Contour boats can be difficult to steer and operators may tire quickly.

Featured Manufacturer and Models

BW Marine Products and Plastitech Products

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Cadet, Captain V, Captain, Commodore 92, Colonel, 118 Commander

Conclusion

Contour Boats offers good quality products in the recreational boat industry. Buyers can expect sturdy construction, sun and water damage resistant materials, greater speed than competitors, and knowledgeable service from the manufacturers .

Overall, Contour boats offer customers a good product at a reasonable price. Customers who have purchased products from one of the other BW Marine Products partners or who are looking for a paddleboat that will provide strength, durability , and speed should consider trying the Contour paddleboat.

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