290 Sundeck

Great boat. We considered the 27 and 29 Sundecks before purchasing our 270 Select EX. The reason we opted for the Select model was because we were upgrading from a 220 Sundeck, and we wanted to change it up a little. We liked the sleeker design of the Select and the fact that it has a sharper bow, which is said to cut through the waves better. I notice a huge difference from our 220 Sundeck in that of the bow shape. The rounder bow on the Sundecks make them ride on top of the waves, whereas the Select displaces the water differently. Either way, the Sundeck is a very family-friendly, sporty boat. Very comfortable layout on both boats. We miss the bow boarding ladder that came with our Sundeck - one thing our Select lacks.

Either way, you can't really go wrong. You're considering a great boat and I wish you the best of luck!
 
I originally wanted the 270 Select EX until my wife saw the 290 Sundeck and liked the layout better. If it were up to me I would get the 270. I've had 6 Sea Rays in 21 years and have seen the quality go up and down. The Select series appears to be of a higher quality tha the rest of the lineup and more on par with Cobalt and Formula. Happy boating and thanks for the reply.
 
Are you going to use it on Lake Burton or Lake Lanier?
 
gwa348 said:
I originally wanted the 270 Select EX until my wife saw the 290 Sundeck and liked the layout better. If it were up to me I would get the 270. I've had 6 Sea Rays in 21 years and have seen the quality go up and down. The Select series appears to be of a higher quality tha the rest of the lineup and more on par with Cobalt and Formula. Happy boating and thanks for the reply.
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That's very understandable. Although, one more difference that I should point out that may be of interest to your wife, is that on the 270 Select there is more room behind the windshield (more aft seating/space). Depending on the conditions in your area, this may be a pretty big factor. Certainly, for us, it is important to have more space behind the windshield for when the seas pick up and we start getting wet, while still having enough room to spread out in the front when conditions allow. Just my thoughts. Good luck! :thumbsup:
 
That's a very good point. We boat in an inland lake in North Georgia and trailer to Florida and Lake Michigan, so we do encounter extreme seas in Florida and Lake Michigan. I'm going to share this with my wife and maybe it will sway her away from the dark side. Thanks
 
gwa348 said:
That's a very good point. We boat in an inland lake in North Georgia and trailer to Florida and Lake Michigan, so we do encounter extreme seas in Florida and Lake Michigan. I'm going to share this with my wife and maybe it will sway her away from the dark side. Thanks
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Okay! Let me know what you guys decide. Where in Florida would you splash in - East or West coast?

Here are some Boatpix shots that we recently got that really show the amount of space in the back of the boat - it's deceiving how large the area behind the windshield really is compared to Sundecks.

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PS: You can also really notice the different shape of the bow in these shots, compared to the rounded off bow of the Sundeck.
 
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What options did the 290/270 have on them. They are both sweet boats. Did they have the vacuflush heads? Could be a problem for you.
 
What a great picture. She really cuts through the waves and has a full load. We would be boating in the Clearwater to Naples ICW and occasionally the madness of Ft Lauderdale. Will keep you posted on our decision, thanks
 
Both boats were fairly well loaded including the vacuflush heads. I had heard of the laws on Lake Burton and couldn't get a straight answer from anybody of authority so I called the Capt. for DNR in Gainesvile. Bottom line is the vacuflush comes out and a portapotty goes in. Will save the vacuflush for trade-in
 
gwa348 said:
What a great picture. She really cuts through the waves and has a full load. We would be boating in the Clearwater to Naples ICW and occasionally the madness of Ft Lauderdale. Will keep you posted on our decision, thanks
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Thanks!
 
gwa348 said:
Both boats were fairly well loaded including the vacuflush heads. I had heard of the laws on Lake Burton and couldn't get a straight answer from anybody of authority so I called the Capt. for DNR in Gainesvile. Bottom line is the vacuflush comes out and a portapotty goes in. Will save the vacuflush for trade-in
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Why? Didn't the vacuflush go into a holding tank without the possibility for dumping (STS)?
 
Hampton said:
Why? Didn't the vacuflush go into a holding tank without the possibility for dumping (STS)?
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No heads allowed on Burton period. I can't take my 240SD to Burton without 1st removing the head.
 
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Even though the vacuflush goes into a holding tank they are not allowed on some lakes run by Georgia Power. Have to have a bowrider, less than 30 feet, no heads, no overnight accomadations, etc. They want to keep it pristine.
 
Both the 270 and 290 are going to need permits (to be legal) when trailering.
 
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