Rampage Yachts would like to congratulate Mark Pedersen on assuming the role of president, in addition to his current title of CFO of KCS International Inc. Pedersen has been with KCS International for over 16 years and has more than 20 years experience in the marine industry. Pedersen replaces Jim Viestenz who recently stepped down to pursue other interests. “I am up for the challenges, as I have worked hand-in-hand with the entire KCS management team throughout the years,” said Pedersen. “I was fortunate to be here in the early 1990s when we were rebuilding the company.

I learned some valuable lessons that we will use in order to continue our success as we move the company forward. We’ve got a great product and the right team in place to make it happen.” For more than 25 years, Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts have taken the world fishing. Originally conceived, designed and built for offshore fishing on the rugged waters off New England, Rampage earned a reputation for seaworthiness and versatility. Todays Rampage is still a rugged offshore fishing platform, but now built to a level of comfort and style that appeals to the entire family the best of both worlds.

For more information, please visit http://www.rampageyachts.com

At Pro-Line Boats, they understand what a passion for boating means. Boaters from around the world have experienced the consistency and quality of the Pro-Line brand. From Italy to Australia and many ports in-between, you will find Pro-Line Boats. Family boaters to serious anglers understand the experience of what owning a Pro-Line means. Pro-Line transforms each boaters passion into their passion for creating an unsurpassed vessel that embodies the work of over forty years of quality boat building experience.

They are committed to providing the highest quality of design, craftsmanship and customer service to make your boat ownership experience extraordinary. Combining no-nonsense performance with stylish comfortable designs while backing it with the best warranty in the business is Pro-Lines enduring formula for success. They understand your needs and strive to build a boat that will consistently perform for you and exceed your expectations.

For more information, please visit http://www.prolineboats.com

They have been building All-Welded, All-Aluminum boats since 1988. The owner of Weld-Craft Manufacturing, Ron Daugherty, has been in the boat business for over 40 years. Ron works in the plant to make sure that all Weld-Craft boats are being built with quality workmanship and manufacturing excellence. What is great about Ron is the fact that he isn’t a 3rd generation boat manufacturer. He didn’t go to college to learn how to run the business and he didn’t have it passed down to him. He has been actually building boats for more than 40 years. He knows how to build a boat from lots of experience.

Ron grew up in Wilmar, Arkansas. In 1962 he went to work for DuraCraft in Monticello, Arkansas. This is where he got his start in the boating industry. He was a partsman, but desperately wanted to be a welder. His boss agreed to let him practice welding on his lunch hour. After lots of hard work, he became an excellent welder. From there he moved on to Ouachita Marine in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, for even more boat building experience. When Ouachita Marine closed their doors, he went to work for Alcoa in Benton, Arkansas where he processed raw material. In 1988, Ron decided that he wanted to build his own boats.

For more information, please visit http://weld-craft.com

The entry-level boating industry hasnt seen any real innovation in the last 25 years. Combine that with the average price of an outboard boat rising 48% since 2001 and its no wonder the first time buyer is feeling neglected. We set our sights on developing a new entry-level boat for the masses. Leveraging decades of marine product design experience, designers and engineers developed the vt-16. Easy to use, easy to maintain, reliable – and most of all – affordable! The VT-16 utilizes a Briggs & Stratton 26HP air-cooled engine. A reliable power source with over 12,000 service dealers nationwide.

The engine is coupled to POWER-VENT, a patented propulsion system which takes advantage of an efficient surface piercing propeller. A centrifugal clutch installed between the engine and gearcase allows you to Slow Troll down to 1/2 mph! It also eliminates the typical clunk when putting the drive into gear. Finally, they positioned the engine in-board giving the user a fishable transom. No engine obstacle = more premium fishing space!

For more information, please visit http://www.ven-tboats.com

When you choose an Ercoa pontoon boat, you can feel confident that you have chosen a craft of the utmost quality and workmanship. Since 1971, Ercoa has prided itself on building exceptionally high-quality pontoons using only the best materials to create their signature Hextoon design. The Hextoon has hexagon pontoon floats with a flat bottom that are engineered for performance and give your boat exceptional lift. Lift is what enables your pontoon boat to plane on top of the water, reducing drag. With less drag your motor runs more efficiently, produces greater power and boosts maneuverability.
Ercoa Hextoons also allow you to carry more gear, accommodate more people and ride higher in the water so you can have a safe,enjoyable outing with family and friends. Ercoa welcomes new dealer inquiries from the U.S. and world-wide. Please contact us to learn more about our products. Ercoa takes exceptional care in building every boat. Your customers will be satisfied with their pontoon for years to come. They build custom 17′ to 45′ commercial & recreational specialty pontoon boats to specification government & private parties. Pontoon boats are build to the specific application including Coast Guard Certified where required.

For more information, please visit http://www.ercoa.com

The latest technology, the finest materials and the best people create Avalon Pontoons. We have been building the finest U.S.A. made pontoon boats for over 40 years. Avalon is a vertically integrated builder. They manufacture the pontoons, framing, furniture, covers and more right in our own production facility. So, unlike their competitors who outsource most components, we are able to achieve and control the highest degree of quality. Investment in the latest equipment has allowed us to produce the highest quality pontoon on the market. New technology such as their water jet cutter provides a smoother finish and more accurate dimensions.

Their computer driven Gerber fabric cutters create exacting furniture patterns for excellent fit and finish. Electronic saws make sure all aluminum is cut to precise dimensions. Their computer driven Gerber fabric cutters create exacting furniture patterns for excellent fit and finish. Electronic saws make sure all aluminum is cut to precise dimensions. The latest in welding technology gives your boat the superior finish you expect. The NMMA Certified label on an Avalon Pontoon boat lets you know it was built to meet and often exceed, the industrys strictest quality and safety standards for critical components such as electrical systems, powering, flotation, fuel systems and navigation lights.

For more information, please visit http://www.avalonpontoons.com

Wawasee Boat Company sells and services Four Winns powerboats, and deckboats, and cruisers, Ski Nautique inboards by Correct Craft, JC Pontoons featuring: Neptoons, Suntoons, and Tritoons, and Carolina Skiff Fiberglass Utility and Center Console Boats. Yamaha Personal Watercraft and Jet Boats. Sailboat lines featured include: Catalina Yachts, Capri, MacGregor Yachts, Hunter Sailboats, Hobie Cat Catamarans, Sunfish, and Laser. Wawasee Boat Company was established in 1929 and has grown to be one of Northern Indiana’s largest marinas.

Wawasee Boat Company offers five full time factory trained service technicians, two shops, indoor heated showroom and the ability to meet any of your service needs. Their service department at Wawasee Boat Company is one of the best in the country. Along with its Mercruiser Premier rating, the Service Department consistently ranks at the top of the CSI (customer satisfaction index) surveys with each manufacturer represented at Wawasee Boat Company. With five full time certified service technicians and over 13,000 square feet of shop space, they can meet any of your boating service needs.

For more information, please visit http://www.wawaseeboat.com

After a couple of years of troubled economy and slow sales, FishCraft is back! Now reorganized, and employee owned, FishCraft is ready to serve. Welcome back. I’m Todd Williver, former FishCraft employee and 10 year Deschutes River Fly Fishing Guide, and I’m eager to rebuild FishCraft to its former status. If you liked the boats that we built in Sisters in the early days, you’ll love a new FishCraft today. Redesigned with a stronger, more durable chine, and fitted with either .100 or .125 floors, the new boats are better than ever. These boats are tested in the toughest waters of the Deschutes River. They are built to last and designed with good old fashioned utilitarian value in mind.

These boats are built by serious fishermen, for serious fishermen. If rowing big water and chasing big fish is your passion, give them a shot. You’ll see what we mean. Drift boat fishing is about three things boat control, boat control, and of course boat control. The better your boat handles, the more efficient your efforts. Built upon an industry leading 6061 T6 aluminum bottom and an industrial strength slotted chine, the FishCraft drifters go where you want them to go and nowhere else. This is due to their exclusive rocker design that eliminates sliding while retaining a nimble responsiveness to every stroke of the oars.

For more information, please visit http://www.fishcraft.com

Project Boat Company and Cruisingboats.Net have joined The Marine Network to provide increased marketing exposure for vessels worldwide. Building on the success of Project Boat Company, our nationally recognized clearinghouse for bargain priced vessels, Cruisingboats.net and Marine-Network.Com use the same proven techniques to bring premium vessels to the marketplace.

Marine-Network.Com combines their powerful Internet exposure, tempered with years of experience in all facets of the marine industry to make your search for a new boat easier than ever before. Unlike conventional yacht brokerages, our marketing isn’t focused on one sales dock, or region. They represent boats all over the country and when something exceptional shows up, even overseas.

For more information, please visit http://www.projectboatco.com

They are Oquawka Boats and Fabrication, Inc., makers of customized welded aluminum boats.All of their boats are designed and engineered for total performance. Each boat meets and exceeds all United States Coast Guard Safety Standards. Let them show you that they are not just another boat builder. They can engineer a boat to suit your needs and exceed your expectations. This 8 degree V-Hull has both side and bottom structural ribs for reinforcement. The bottom ribs are 2″ x 2″ x 1/8″ tubing, and the side ribs are made from 2″ x 4″ x 1/8″ tubing precisely cut and form fit pieces.

This flat bottom, flat bow boat also has the side and bottom structural ribs for reinforcement. The bottom ribs are 1 3/4″ x 1 3/4″ x 1/8″ tubing, again on 12″ centers. The side ribs are 1 3/4″ x 4″ x 1/8″ tubing precisely angle cut. All ribs are welded in place for superior strength. The sub hull is then welded in place over these bottom ribs. They can also make sub hulls of wood construction, as shown here. Since we are custom fabricators, they can make your boat to suit your needs.

For more information, please visit http://www.oquawkaboats.com