
Introducing Luhrs and BlueWater Power Yachts.
LUHRS HOOK AUSTRALIA
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| 32 Open – The quintessential sportfishing machine. |
Famous in the USA for their superior ride and sea-keeping ability,
the Luhrs range of powerboats will soon be arriving in Australia.
There are 14 models ranging from 28’ to 44’.
All models feature a signature fine entry bow (to slice through
waves) that develops into a “Carolina” flare (that throws
water away from the boat and gives a dry ride) leading out to out
to their wide beam (for stability & comfort) and spacious cockpits.
Better known for their yacht racing skills, keen fishermen Ron Jacobs
and Tony Poole have teamed up to form “BlueWater Power Yachts”
to import and develop the Australian dealer and service network
for Luhrs.
Ron Jacobs said, “We became aware of a market niche that
Luhrs fills perfectly. Experience has shown that racing yachts quite
often fit the bill incredibly well for what many Australians enjoy
most.
That is, competitive racing machines often double very successfully
as spacious day-boats for on-water entertaining and cruising while
offering good accommodation for over-nighting and cruising.”
“In Luhrs powerboat terms this translates to mean the large
cockpit representing perfection for a team of keen fishermen is
also perfect for entertaining a group of friends in comfort. With
the fishing gear cleverly stowed away in the many custom built lockers,
a Luhrs is transformed into a luxurious weekender.
The dry comfortable ride, space and luxury is appreciated every
bit as much by the family as it is the fishing buddies.”
Tony Poole said, “Ron’s enthusiasm after visiting the
factory in Florida and spending time testing the various models
was infectious. My recent trip has reinforced the enthusiasm. A
major positive that regularly surfaced was long and short-term owners
alike see Luhrs boats as being good value in the marketplace.”
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| 36 Convertible – For the fishing family. |
“We like the performance and innovative use of space in both
the Open and Convertible (flybridge) models.
For example, the Convertibles offer safe and easy flybridge access
via the ‘Luhrs BridgeWalk’ (no more ladders) without
encroaching on cockpit space. The stairs also house integrated coolers
and storage lockers.”
Other influential evidence to help the pair make their decision
though came from Professional Skipper Steve (Hoggy) Haygarth who
accompanied Ron on his trip;
“The Luhrs 32 rides better, handles better, and is drier
than most 37’ boats I’ve driven.” Enough said.
BlueWater Power Yachts will have a number of Luhrs on display at
Gibson Marina Pittwater, near Mona Vale.
For further information please call (02) 9949 3100 or visit www.bpy.com.au
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