Tips, guides, and local know-how from The Boat Broker, the Lake Havasu brokerage for boats, RVs, and classic cars since 1986. Whether you are buying your first boat, getting ready to sell, or planning your next day on the Colorado River, our team shares what we know right here.
The most popular wake surf boats on Lake Havasu are MasterCraft X-series, Nautique G-series, Malibu Wakesetter, and Centurion Ri-series. MasterCraft has strong brand loyalty in…
New wake surf boats range from $65,000 for entry-level models to $200,000+ for fully loaded flagship surf boats. The sweet spot for most buyers is…
Wake surfing requires a direct-drive or V-drive inboard boat — outboards and sterndrives are not safe for wake surfing because the rider is near the…
Yes — Lake Havasu is a popular wake surfing destination, especially in the calmer morning hours before the afternoon wind picks up. The lake's size…
Wakeboarding uses a rope attached to the boat at all times — the rider is towed and performs tricks above and off the wake. Wake…
Pontoon boats depreciate more slowly than many other boat types, especially quality brands like Bentley, Barletta, and Bennington. A well-maintained pontoon loses roughly 10-15% of…
For most Lake Havasu pontoon use, 115-150 HP hits the sweet spot of performance and fuel economy. A 115 HP engine comfortably moves a 22-foot…
A well-maintained pontoon boat can last 20-30 years. The aluminum tubes (logs) are extremely durable and rarely the failure point. What ages first is the…
Tubing behind a pontoon is very common and works great — the wide beam creates a great wake for tubers. Wakeboarding and wake surfing behind…
A tritoon has three aluminum tubes (logs) instead of the standard two. The third center tube adds lift, improves handling in rough water, allows larger…
