Boating New Zealand — February 2018

lightweight speedboat that can be ‘mated’

with most PWCs to create a much larger

vessel, the just-released Wave Boat 444

accommodates five passengers – all

without sacrificing too much of the

PWC’s performance. Depending on the

PWC used, the 444 can run at 50 knots.

The 444 fits snugly around the PWC’s hull, with the latter

providing the power and steering. In effect, the two vessels

become one – and the result is an ingenious 2-in-1 solution to

the traditional mis-match between a PWC and family boating.

It’s a clever way of sharing the adrenalin-filled thrill of PWC-

riding with friends and family.

The 4.44m Wave Boat is manufactured by Sealver, a

French company based at Sanguinet in the country’s south-

western corner. It specialises in vessels that are mated to

and powered by PWCs.

At 280kg, the 444 is the lightest and smallest model in the

Sealver stable – and will appeal to users because of the ease of

towing and the simplicity of docking/undocking. It’s a simple

process involving straps and buckles – and there are customised

adaptor kits for the different PWC brands/models.

Constructed in fibreglass, the basic vessel comes with

cushioned seating and is equipped with four storage lockers.

Optional extras include a foldaway bimini and a tow post for

skiers/wakeboarders/biscuit riders.

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If you’ve ever suffered pangs of guilt

about blatting around on your PWC

while the rest of your family watches

from the shore, you might consider this

add-on accessory to share the fun.

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WORDS BY LAWRENCE SCHÄFFLER

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Wave Boat 444