9-13 June 2011
Melbourne Exhibition Center

New Products

Lewis Ski Boats
At the Show, Streaker will display the Lewis Eclipse bow rider and the Lewis Moomba classic mid-mount ski boat.

The Eclipse is a cross over bow rider ski boat that fits neatly into the middle of the market, powered by a MerCruiser 350 Towsport engine, with forward, neutral and reverse transmission and one of the largest bow sections available.

Streaker Boats is offering a special introductory package at the Melbourne Boat Show to celebrate the Lewis Ski Boats debut, with the highly optioned Lewis Eclipse as a complete turnkey package on a tandem trailer for $65,490.

Patrons will also be able to capture the special introductory offer on the entry-level Lewis Moomba at an all-inclusive package price of $41,990.

Caribbean 35 Flybridge Cruiser MK III

The Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIA) is holding the world launch of the Caribbean 35 Flybridge Cruiser MK III, at the Melbourne Boat Show, Melbourne Exhibition Centre, July 1-5.
The 50th annual Melbourne Boat Show is the chosen destination to launch this luxurious boat, retailed at $550,000. This includes electronics, covers and clears. A berth at St Kilda Marina also awaits the lucky new owner.

Darren Finkelstein, Dealer Principal of St Kilda Boat Sales mentioned that “the boat is currently being built and will be ready for the show. We chose to launch the new Caribbean 35 Flybridge Cruiser MK III at the Melbourne Boat Show, as this vessel is Victorian made. It is important for us to support the community in which we operate”.

ULI Boards to Make a Splash in Melbourne
Inflatable surfboard manufacturer ULI Boards will be at the 50th Annual BIA Melbourne Boat Show next month with its latest range of inflatable stand-up paddle boards and rescue sleds.

It will be the first Victorian showing for the ULI (ultra light inflatable) Boards, which have been a massive hit interstate and overseas.

ULI Boards Australia will display the full range, with special deals at the Boat Show, which runs from 1 to 5 July at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre.

Designed with practicality, portability, durability and safety in mind, ULI Boards are hand made in the USA from military-grade PVC coated polyester cloth.

They come in several models of stand-up paddle boards, as well as rescue sleds which have featured on Australian TV show Bondi Rescue.

Designed to be tough enough to tackle heavy surf or rapids, as well as for flat-water river, lake or ocean cruising, ULI Boards are well suited for beginners and children who are learning to surf and also cater for the emerging stand-up paddle board market.

Sunrunner 3100 Sports Cruiser

Leisure Boating Melbourne is pleased to announce the addition of a new Sunrunner 3100 Sports Cruiser to their Melbourne fleet. The Sunrunner 3100 is a versatile 10 metre boat that opens up a whole new world of boating possibilities with Leisure Boating. Being smaller and lighter, it’s more economical and easy to handle on your own. Best of all it offers a new range of memebrships that cost less than ever before! Join Leisure Boating’s 10 metre class at the Melbourne Boat Show and receive 10% off the regular price (until sold out).

Freedom memberships are priced at $3,490, including full training and up to 3 days use any time during your membership year.

Cruising memberships: choose a pakage to suit your lifestyle. Benefit from special options only available with crusing memberships. Prices start from $6,290.

Drop in and see Leisure Boating at the show, or give them a call on (03) 9645 6358

Haines Hunter

Haines Hunter will release several new models at the Boat Show including the 560 Classic, the much anticipated limited series. They will also re-launch their popular SeaWasp.

Streaker Releases New 6100 Navigator

Streaker’s small Walk Thru models have been a hit at previous Melbourne Boat Shows. The concept is a proven winner with anglers. The 6100 Navigator has a hull length of 6.1m and a grenerous beam of 2.49m, with a 20 degrees deadrise and flared bow to ensure a smooth ride.

Trailerable Trio From Bar Crusher 

Bar Crusher Boats will release 3 new models at the Show. The new 500CR, 620HT and the special edition 10th Anniversary 560C. Bar Crusher has set the standard in trailerable plate aluminum boats. The 10th Anniversary Bar Crusher 560C celebrates Bar Crusher’s First Decade with some very special features for added value.

Fusion Puts Compact Music On The Water

Fusion Marine Electronics has the Victorian debut of its new MS-RA200 super-compact marine audio systems. It come complete with the option of a waterproof dock for an iPod, iPhone, or portable hard drive, for hours of sound on the water. Its unique audio receiver tunes both AM/FM and marine VHF, so you can pick up marine VHF broadcasts and weather updates, as well as your favourite stations.

Yamaha Strengthens Portable Line-Up

Yamaha’s all new F4, F5, F6 portable four strokes deliver exclusive features including increased capacity for greater performance. As well as the latest generation cowl design. The new engines also feature a three-step shallow water drive system, ideal for shallow rivers, estuaries and creeks.

Ugly Fish Sunglasses Offer Bi-Focal Benefits

Ugly Fish has added three new models to their range of bi-focal polarised sunglasses. Now you can eliminate glare while you’re on the water, and also read fine print. Check them out at stand A34 at the Show.

Navico Has The Latest In Marine Electronics

Navico will have the new Simrad NSE multifunction displays and the Lowerance Elite fishfunders and chartplotters at the Show. These are very compatible with the most powerful marine technology available, and deliver a new standard of feature-rich, high performance, easy-to-use electronics at a very affordable price.

New Port Phillip Recreational Boating Guide

Parks Victoria has its new Port Phillip Recreational Boating Guide, hot off the press for the Show. It’s had a massive overhaul, including new front cover, so it is easy to spot. It’s free, it’s waterproof and it has great maps, plus information about water depths, fuel, ramps, destinations. A genuine must have!

SeaPen Advanced Dry Docking Technology 

Sea Pen allows boats from 6m to 30m top be dry docked at water level. A finalist in the 2010 Australian International Design Awards, and is made in Australia. Boats of all makes are kept pristine without the need for antifouling. Check out how it works on the Dockpro stand.

Webster’s 490 Twinfisher

Inverloch Marine has the Webster’s Twinfisher aluminium catamarans. Designed as ‘the perfect fishing boat’, Twinfisher aluminium catamarans include runabout, centre console and bassmaster configurations from 4.3m to 5.2m. All available in either the traditional pressed clinker style, or contemporary flat-sided hull. Unique cat hull with single outboard power.

Volvo Penta D3 Diesel For Trailerable Boats

Volvo’s Penta D3 turbo diesel bring the latest efficient diesel technology to trailerable boats. Models from 110 to 220 hp for sterndrives and shaft drives. Designed to be more powerful, cleaner, quieter, lighter and more compact than its rivals. It can be an alternative to a petrol V8 sterndrive. Volvo Penta’s Victorian dealers will host the Show stand, offering expert advice and product knowledge.