Pontoons for Sale in Timmins, ON

More About Pontoon Boats

If you're in search of the perfect family boat that's also great for entertaining friends, then you'll want to take a look at pontoon boats. Easy to operate, affordable and spacious, pontoon boats have come a long way in recent years and offer more amenities than ever before. They are useful in a variety of ways, so you can participate in all kinds of marine recreation with them.

J&B Cycle & Marine in Timmins is your Ontario pontoon boat dealer. Below, we've provided a bit more background information about pontoon boats so you can determine if they're the right option for you.

Definition

First off, what is a pontoon boat? A pontoon boat gets its name from its unique hull, constructed of two or more hollow aluminum tubes, which are also called "pontoons." These pontoons allow the boat to be wider and more stable on calm waterways, with a roomier deck. Unlike a V-hulled craft, a pontoon boat won't pitch around and is much less liable to capsize, although pontoons are not really suitable for choppy ocean waters.

The design of a pontoon is based on an ancient technique for building floating raft-style bridges. Pontoons evolved from these simple rafts into the high-walled and roomy boats you see today. You'll find features like comfortable seating around the walls, big decks for easy maneuvering and simple operation. Pontoon boats have a shallower draft as well, so you can easily coast along shorelines with less trouble than a standard V-hull would give you.

Who Are They For?

Pontoon boats are absolutely perfect for families. Due to their improved stability and spaciousness, children are less likely to fall overboard or become injured while moving around a pontoon boat. There is plenty of seating so everyone will feel like they have enough space, and the higher side walls prevent your passengers from being sprayed by water.

If you want a boat with a lot of amenities, then pontoons have you covered there as well. You can find pontoons that have sun decks, swim platforms, slides, enclosed cabins, heads (bathrooms), wet bars and more.

For those who are more budget-conscious, a pontoon boat is ideal because its sticker price is often lower than that of comparably-sized standard boats. Maintenance will cost less, too, because there aren't as many parts to replace and pontoons are built to be durable and strong.

Ready to see some pontoons for yourself? Come by our dealership in Timmins, ON, today to check out our wide stock of new and used pontoon boats for sale. J&B Cycle & Marine proudly serves all of our Ontario customers.