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Whittley boats make sense

Whittley boats make sense

Whittley has been an iconic boating brand of the Australian marine industry for over 60 years. Since 1953 it has become a benchmark for quality cruising, fishing, ski and pleasure boats that people admire and wish to own.

Whittley Cruisers (CR) just make sense. They are compact enough to tow and are powered by an array of efficient powerplants. They are your home away from home that provide waterfront views that stretch on forever. All the creature comforts are at your disposal and cleverly disappear when not in use. Cruisers are available in a range of sizes to suit every budget and lifestyle. From the compact CR 2080, to their floating apartment, the CR 2800, each model has a versatile layout and huge breadth of ability. Every member of your crew is catered for and no one is left out.

Whittley Sea Legends (SL) are the dream crossover, balancing the needs of a proper fishing boat without compromising on the creature comforts of home. They put the adventure in boating where you can take a couple of mates out for a day (or two) of hard core fishing, yet versatile to spend a weekend away with the family cruising the Broadwater.
Check out a brief overview of some of the most popular boats in the Whittley range ideally suited to the South East Queensland boating lifestyle.

Whittley CR 2080
Inspired by generations of Whittley Cruisers, the CR 2080 embodies all the qualities of its larger running mates in a boat that delivers comfortable live-aboard accommodation in a remarkably compact package. On the water, the 2080 delivers a classic Whittley blend of sure-footed handling, exceptional stability and ride comfort, yet is easily towed by a six-cylinder family sedan.

Whittley CR 2180
The CR 2180 is a true overnighter—a weekend live-aboard cruiser easily towed by a larger family car. Conceived by Whittley’s in-house design studio in response to customer demand, every effort has been made to optimise space, strength, size and weight. A unique hull arrangement of chines and strakes provides improved lift, reduced drag and superior handling, not to mention stability at rest.

Whittley CR 2380
Retaining classic Whittley hallmarks, like the solid curved sliding cabin door that opens into a large V-berth cabin, the CR 2380 is built on a seagoing platform that is rugged and resilient. The variable deadrise hull provides a smooth, dry ride and affords ample storage options. A further large storage compartment runs down the starboard side of the cockpit and forms an L-shaped lounge, which converts into a double bed and uses the dinette table as an infill. The optional moulded targa bar acts as mounting point for antennae, navigation lamps and full covers and clears.
Whittley CR 2600
The CR 2600 is a mid-size cruiser with maximum potential. If you’ve dreamed of owning a family-sized weekender, but mooring, antifouling and constant maintenance are not on your agenda, this could be your passport to a lifetime of memories. With all the style and flair of its larger sibling, the CR 2600 represents a milestone in family boating, offering an edgy yet versatile boating experience. Eye catching and spacious, the tightly drawn lines and subtle curves hint at something special and stepping on-board only confirms your first impression. Making the most of its 2.5m beam, the CR 2600 is both spacious and innovative.

Whittley SL 22
At 6.5m, the SL 22 is perfect for stalking big bays for snapper or spending long days out wide chasing tuna or marlin. Or perhaps a long haul to a distant reef floats your boat. Whatever your prey, this is your weapon. Confident and sure-footed, the SL 22 is easily towed behind a big family of six and capable of handling itself in a fistfight with Mother Nature. Standard-fit trim tabs allow fingertip control of the boat’s dynamics, but it handles just fine without them.

Whittley SL 26
A finalist in TrailerBoat magazine’s Australia’s Greatest Boats contest in 2012, the big SL 26 is a thoroughbred born to tackle Mother Nature head on and return with its dignity—and passengers—intact. Powered by a choice of Yamaha Four Stroke outboards, or petrol or diesel sterndrive, the SL 26 pampers its crew of up to seven and will comfortably fits four big blokes in the main cockpit without any intimacy issues. With the creature comforts Whittley is renowned for, including toilet, galley and two showers, the SL 26 features a fully-lined and upholstered cabin, with an oval table that drops down to complete an enormous V-berth. Even with its luxuries, the boat’s plumbed live bait tank, stainless steel rod holders, self-draining cockpit, targa bar and rod storage define it as a sportfisher.

Northside Marine has been the Queensland dealer of Whittley boats for over 35 years. For further information on the Whittley range, visit Northside Marine at 2294 Sandgate Rd, Boondall, Qld, 4034 (only 15 mins north of the Brisbane Airport) or at www.nsmarine.com.au, or call (07) 3265 8000.