Literally bought a switch 230 because of your channel. After owning multiple bass boats, pontoons and a ski boat, the switch wins. It's big enough for friends, big enough for camping, small enough to tow with a cheap truck and powerful enough to tow tubes and be fun to drive. All for under 50k. Exactly what I needed. Thank you! Traded in three boats after watching your videos for this thing and could not be happier.
Really cool video. I’m a new subscriber and really enjoy the content. Your positive spirit is so contagious. I’ve never owned a boat but your video really made me want to get this boat! Thanks again!
Hey thanks for the video! I am getting the Seadoo Cruise 18' 170hp in about a month. I was trying to calculate the mpg, but did not have enough info to do so. 70 miles is a really good number to work with. Thanks for the research and letting us know!
I was thinking precisely that. Biscayne bay gets choppy in the summer weekend afternoons. I don’t think this kind of boat would be ideal for those waves.
@@danielduarte4609 there are several videos of these things in chop to large waves. They seem to do fine but we have never had ours in more than 1 ft chop so no real personal experience.
Kewl to see someone posting in our stomping grounds....I put in a lot at the public ramp in front of O'Neal's and the marina...building a Marriot there now.
Winter is over!! Finally seeing switch videos again. My Sport 13 comes in sometime this march. Can’t wait. Love you videos. We are just south of you on Galveston Island.
Sorry, I’ve been in and out of town doing a bunch of stuff. But YES!, more videos of the switch will be coming out. The first switch in Houston has arrived at a dealer near me, so more should be following really soon. Which model did you get? Would love to see how the 230hp feel like.
@@AlveanAzurin I ordered the Switch Sport Compact (13’) with the 170 hp. I really wanted the 230hp but didn’t want the bigger switch. I had to get one from Louisiana because everything in Texas was sold out. Glad I got my order in when I did. I see that the “commodity charge”. Went from $500 to $2700 on the new ones from Sea Doo. I will get a video out when I get mine. Take care.
man i need to get me one of these. i used to own a 2007 seadoo speedster 150 250hp supercharged...it was too small so we sold it. I do like the fuction for if something gets sucked up it'll rotate the shaft in reverse. had a couple time our rope got stuck from us being dumb. Love that you showed that feature. now i have to wait to try to find one of these to buy
Holy crap!! We live at Good Times and had no idea you come out here. Let us know next time you are here please, me and my wife would love to treat you to the catfish Fridays! Love all your videos btw.
Yup I’m on the san Jacinto quite a bit. Catfish there is delicious that I may have to take you up on that offer. 😁… thanks for supporting the channel 🙏🏼
Wow, we went to that Marina today for lunch and have a Sea doo Switch on order as of January! We were thinking that this was the place we should bring it to launch on the San Jacinto!! We were wondering if we would be the first people with a switch launching here but Definitely not!! Love the switch videos
Video is awesome and informative. Your fuel is still reasonable. For your size gallon in Canada it’s right around $6.90 / gallon today 03/11. Boating and seadoo season will hurt a little this year. Be well and I look forward to your next video.
Amen on the iDF! I launch my GTX on an inlet that takes me about 6 mins (@5mph - no wake zone) to get to the nearest bay, and its got a lot of reeds and floating grass. iDF rocks!
Been considering a Switch but concerned about it always getting clogged with debris- what happens when IDF doesn’t work? Is there a way to get under the boat and clear it out by hand? That sounds like it would suck, especially at night.
Hello Alvean I'm Wondering since you took that bimimi trip in your Ski Would you take it on your Switch or would that be too far for it if you would will you make a video ?
Great video! I like the route you took. Are there any service stations or gas pumps along the route or any at your furthest point before you turned around? When I’m in the Lake Conroe area, there is a Shell Gas pumps near the Lake so that the boaters can refuel. I was just curious about as you got close to the turn around, was there any gas pumps?
Love you channel. Wish I would’ve discovered it before I sold out jet skis. We bought a boat after selling our skis. We’re in the Houston are too and would like to link up with you when you take your boy out. It’s my Wife and I oh and Carlito our Maltipoo.
Great video and thanks again for doing these and giving us an awesome preview of the Switch on video! My wife and I got the Compact Sport model with the 170HP. Considering it’s lighter, would you figure it’ll get a little more range than this 21?
@@AlveanAzurin do you think the 21 with the 230hp would make it from Miami to Bahamas as a chase boat? Fuel consumption wise, wave handeling...things like that.
I have a 2021 Seadoo GTI SE 170 with a 15.9 gallon tank, and I havent done a real specific test to empty, but I have ridden enough to estimate 75 miles range at cruising speed of 45-50 mph. 200lb rider and light chop, trim up. Seems like they made the switch fuel tank large enough to probably get around that 70 mile range too, like the skis. Looked like Alvean had trim in the middle and nice cruising speed of 30 with some slower speeds occasionally.
My mother bought one of these for our family on Friday. The only complaints i have is how much the price has increased in just a year and how misleading the advertising is about what accessories are included
Hi, love your videos. How fast does your seafood Switch go? I seen you were going 30-35 on this video but whats the top speed with a couple people in it?
She forgot about this video. Lol. Top speed of the switch with the 100hp motor is 27mph, the 170 is 37mph, and the 230hp is 45mph. According to Sea-Doo
Its a LINQ gas tank sold by Seadoo. Can be used on Seadoo Jetskis that have the LinQ attachments and the Switch. Some of their Jetskis like the FishPro lineup come with the 13.5 Gallon (51L) Cooler from the Factory that can be removed. You can also attach a smaller Seadoo LinQ 4.5 Gallon (16L) cooler.
I notice when researching they say a jet ski engine will last about 300 hours, but a prop engine will last about 1500 hours. That's the thing that scares me about the switch. Does anyone know how many hours the switch engine will last before requiring overhaul?
Sucks up a bit more fuel than your ski, huh? heh heh heh Kinda glad I couldn't get a Switch this year, will be expensive enough running the Trophy! Hopefully the weather catches up to us before it arrives! Still too damned cold! Water temps are still pretty deadly in Washington!
Congrats on the Trophy! Yeah more fuel for a bigger vessel. The Trophy will get you some good range. It’s only a 170hp and a lot smaller vessel. Probably will get 110-120miles if you aren’t full throttle.
hello i just have a question do the rules of jet ski apply to this watercraft or is it the requirements of a boat for instance in my country we have no need to acquire a license to ride a jetski i am wondering if we would need a license to ride this jetski pantoon i am not sure if to treat it as a boat or a jetski i know it's probably a stupid question but never hurts to ask NICE VID BY THE WAY discovered this channel last week and loving the vibes
Thank you for watching the video! 😁… this vessel would be considered as a boat, follow all your requirements for your country applied to boats. Not a stupid question at all, very legit actually 😁
Just a quick comment and question. First we have the 21 cruise 230 hp love it. Pulls tube better than a boat in my opinion. Now the question also have the double bimini top and we can not get the back half to fold and wrap correctly it keeps flopping in the wind. Does someone know how to fold it down ? Thanks
About 3 mph with cruise, but you can adjust the neutral speed from 0 to about 2.5 mph so you can cover about any speed. If on big water, use cruise control and two sea bags to get a better troll.
What did you think of acceleration of this thought I'm considering buying one but no one says how fast it will get up and go I know it'll do somewhere around 40 mph but how fast does it take to get there been hearing it mixed feelings some say it lines to take it's time same others say it is good, just wanna know how does it compares to regular pontoon boat as fast as acceleration
Would you take this on your trip from Miami to Bimini? I've been trying to figure out if I want to buy two skis or the Switch. Any info will help! Can the switch handle the ocean? 🌊
We’ve had one ordered since Sept’21, with original delivery date of Jun’22. Sea-Doo just pushed out a notice of 6-8wks delivery delay due to supply chain issues and labor shortage.
Thanks for calculating the distance. How long did you ride? 4-5 hours of driving? I kind of calculate my fuel on just how many hours we are out on the water. My boat is usually good for 6 hours unless I’m really pushing it to go somewhere fast.
It’s kinda hard to calculate based on how many hours because some boaters just drop anchor on the lake or go to hang out on sandbars. So if that’s the case one full tank can last days to weeks. The duration it took for this video should be at the end of the relive video, accounting for stopping to film and stopping at Oneals.
I think it would be difficult to add gas while out on the water. The fuel inlet is located between the drivers console and side skirting (seen here ruclips.net/video/0mrAzm73Y80/видео.html). Trying to get your portable tank to that inlet would be a challenge.
That’s shocking 102ltr of fuel to go 67.4 miles a ski would do that on 50 ltr or a bit more , we do litres in the uk by the way , 102ltrs x £1.80p =£183.60p
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Literally bought a switch 230 because of your channel. After owning multiple bass boats, pontoons and a ski boat, the switch wins. It's big enough for friends, big enough for camping, small enough to tow with a cheap truck and powerful enough to tow tubes and be fun to drive. All for under 50k. Exactly what I needed. Thank you! Traded in three boats after watching your videos for this thing and could not be happier.
Really cool video. I’m a new subscriber and really enjoy the content. Your positive spirit is so contagious. I’ve never owned a boat but your video really made me want to get this boat! Thanks again!
Life expectancy less than 10yrs.
Another awesome video. It's nice to see you out their enjoying yourself doing the things you love to do. Keep up the good work.
Thank you! 😊… if you aren’t out there enjoying the things you love it’s not living. 😁
Hey thanks for the video! I am getting the Seadoo Cruise 18' 170hp in about a month. I was trying to calculate the mpg, but did not have enough info to do so. 70 miles is a really good number to work with. Thanks for the research and letting us know!
so how do you like your switch? been about 9 months right?
Great video! I wish this boat was around when my kids were younger. PERFECT family boat =)
I'm really liking the Switch, thinkin about getting on next year!
Can you post a video of the switch hitting waves? It gets choppy in south Florida.
I was thinking precisely that. Biscayne bay gets choppy in the summer weekend afternoons. I don’t think this kind of boat would be ideal for those waves.
@@danielduarte4609 there are several videos of these things in chop to large waves. They seem to do fine but we have never had ours in more than 1 ft chop so no real personal experience.
Such a great video as always!! Keep them coming and include Kingsley!! Kingsley looks like he’s living his best life in all the videos he’s in! 😍😊
Thank you 😊! He sure is, I wish I could take him everywhere I go. 😞
Alvean! How about doing this again but put the Switch in ECO mode to show how much more you can squeeze from it for mileage?
Kewl to see someone posting in our stomping grounds....I put in a lot at the public ramp in front of O'Neal's and the marina...building a Marriot there now.
Winter is over!! Finally seeing switch videos again. My Sport 13 comes in sometime this march. Can’t wait. Love you videos. We are just south of you on Galveston Island.
Sorry, I’ve been in and out of town doing a bunch of stuff. But YES!, more videos of the switch will be coming out. The first switch in Houston has arrived at a dealer near me, so more should be following really soon. Which model did you get? Would love to see how the 230hp feel like.
@@AlveanAzurin I ordered the Switch Sport Compact (13’) with the 170 hp. I really wanted the 230hp but didn’t want the bigger switch. I had to get one from Louisiana because everything in Texas was sold out. Glad I got my order in when I did. I see that the “commodity charge”. Went from $500 to $2700 on the new ones from Sea Doo. I will get a video out when I get mine. Take care.
Hooray, My mate Kingsley is finally going for a ride, let’s see more of him in his trendy life jacket and cool sunnies!
Kingsley loves the Switch! He gets to walk around.
Glad to see another Houstonian with a switch. I’m considering ordering a 21ft cruise with 230hp down here in Friendswood!
Nice! That’s a very good choice. Who doesn’t love more power.
Nice video as always, very informative and enjoy to watch! Good job!
Great video!! I really enjoyed the full view of the boat and seeing it in action!
Thank you 🙏🏼
Great job! Very informative. I’m entertaining the thought of taking one down the ICW…camping on it👍🤪
man i need to get me one of these. i used to own a 2007 seadoo speedster 150 250hp supercharged...it was too small so we sold it. I do like the fuction for if something gets sucked up it'll rotate the shaft in reverse. had a couple time our rope got stuck from us being dumb. Love that you showed that feature. now i have to wait to try to find one of these to buy
Holy crap!! We live at Good Times and had no idea you come out here. Let us know next time you are here please, me and my wife would love to treat you to the catfish Fridays! Love all your videos btw.
Yup I’m on the san Jacinto quite a bit. Catfish there is delicious that I may have to take you up on that offer. 😁… thanks for supporting the channel 🙏🏼
Wow, we went to that Marina today for lunch and have a Sea doo Switch on order as of January! We were thinking that this was the place we should bring it to launch on the San Jacinto!! We were wondering if we would be the first people with a switch launching here but Definitely not!! Love the switch videos
Just figured out today that we probably can't boat into Lake Houston from the San Jacinto
Cool boat. I was very surprised how fast you were going with the 170 horse power
Also the anchor for the boat from Seadoo is a bit pricey. Did you buy a different anchor and if so where and how much please.
Can you take this to the Bahamas?
Did you have the cruise on or where you holding the throttle the whole time? My 18/170 will only allow the cruise to engage at 6100rpm max
Video is awesome and informative. Your fuel is still reasonable. For your size gallon in Canada it’s right around $6.90 / gallon today 03/11. Boating and seadoo season will hurt a little this year. Be well and I look forward to your next video.
Thank you 🙏🏼. This was filmed before the rise of fuel but still not as high as yours. Right now it’s $3.89/gallon for regular unleaded.
@@AlveanAzurin As of today I'm paying 8.21 converted to usd/gallon here in Sweden. :(
Nice video tho! :)
Hey, nice content. Have you tried riding it to the gulf?
Those pink glasses are nice!
Thank you 😊
Amen on the iDF! I launch my GTX on an inlet that takes me about 6 mins (@5mph - no wake zone) to get to the nearest bay, and its got a lot of reeds and floating grass. iDF rocks!
Hell yeah 🤘!! Glad it’s very useful for you.
Been considering a Switch but concerned about it always getting clogged with debris- what happens when IDF doesn’t work? Is there a way to get under the boat and clear it out by hand? That sounds like it would suck, especially at night.
I didn't hear how much time it took on your round trip???
Fun video, thank you!
Hello. Did you run that full throttle for the entire time?
talking about clogging up the pump how shallow can the boat run in
Was that the top speed for that boat?
Would you take it from south Florida to the Bahamas?
Hello Alvean I'm Wondering since you took that bimimi trip in your Ski Would you take it on your Switch or would that be too far for it if you would will you make a video ?
Great video! I like the route you took. Are there any service stations or gas pumps along the route or any at your furthest point before you turned around? When I’m in the Lake Conroe area, there is a Shell Gas pumps near the Lake so that the boaters can refuel. I was just curious about as you got close to the turn around, was there any gas pumps?
wish they offered the 230 in the shortest model that would be awesome!
What’s the most people you loaded onto your 21/170 and what’s the max speed you reached with that amount
I wonder how much fuel you could carry on the boat itself, to extend range.
Love you channel. Wish I would’ve discovered it before I sold out jet skis. We bought a boat after selling our skis. We’re in the Houston are too and would like to link up with you when you take your boy out. It’s my Wife and I oh and Carlito our Maltipoo.
Awww that sucks you sold your skis but you still are in the boating life. Congrats on your new boat! Yeah for sure, we are always on the water.
Would you say it’s safe to take to Bimini/Bahamas?
Great video and thanks again for doing these and giving us an awesome preview of the Switch on video! My wife and I got the Compact Sport model with the 170HP. Considering it’s lighter, would you figure it’ll get a little more range than this 21?
Yes definitely and higher speed, probably 44-45mph. If I would’ve traveled at lower speeds the range would’ve been longer also.
@@AlveanAzurin do you think the 21 with the 230hp would make it from Miami to Bahamas as a chase boat?
Fuel consumption wise, wave handeling...things like that.
@@mikesampson8943 In theory it could work, try it and let us all know! Make a video of your trip!
I have a 2021 Seadoo GTI SE 170 with a 15.9 gallon tank, and I havent done a real specific test to empty, but I have ridden enough to estimate 75 miles range at cruising speed of 45-50 mph. 200lb rider and light chop, trim up. Seems like they made the switch fuel tank large enough to probably get around that 70 mile range too, like the skis. Looked like Alvean had trim in the middle and nice cruising speed of 30 with some slower speeds occasionally.
You are pretty spot on 😁, I agree. You can probably get more range if you drop down your speed just a little to maybe 40mph.
Is your streering really stiff? Mine seems really stiff at high speeds almost to hard to turn
This boat is so awesome. Can it pull a water skier ?
Thanks for the info, good video
Thank you for watching 🙏🏼
Are the side panels loud when moving.
Nice video as always. Quick question would the switch make it to Bimini from Miami in your opinion?
My opinion 🤔… it just all depends on water conditions and how many people are you going with. But yes anything is possible. 😏
@@AlveanAzurin Do you feel the 230HP could make it?
@@kylewaldrop1368 Did you try it yet? We would like to see a video!
I wannnnnt one!!!!!!!! I wanna and gonna get one this year. It’s gonna happen
How is the stability while anchored? Is it close to a traditional pontoon?
That boat doesn't look like it would do too good in big water. Looks fun though.
Thanks for the info. I can't seem to find the most fuel efficient cruise speed listed anywhere. Can anybody help?
Would you trust the Switch to visit Bahamas, or is it not made for that kinda thing?
what the value? How do I export to Brazil?
What was your top speed on that 21' switch with the 170 horse I solve I saw 31 on the speedometer?
I have gotten 34-35mph, I kept speeds during this video a little lower To test for range.
My mother bought one of these for our family on Friday. The only complaints i have is how much the price has increased in just a year and how misleading the advertising is about what accessories are included
Brutal el video saludos 🇵🇷🇵🇷
Greetings!!!! 🇵🇷
Does it have any sort of cruise control, or are you holding throttle the whole time?
It has cruise control.
I’m sure you know by now but had you turned on you Garmin it would have told you how many mile you went.
Did you buy the switch or just a demo?
How shallow can these Cruise or Switch actually be in?
You need at least 2ft
@@AlveanAzurin thanks... good info to know.
Very informative, thank you. You going to try to take it to any islands?
Thank you for watching. Maybe 🤔😏😂
Have you taken the switch to the Bahamas and would you do this trip with the Switch?
I like that sea doo
Great Video!!!! What grade of gas does it use? Non-Ethanol?
87, 10% ethanol ok.
We’re going to order one too…
Hi, love your videos. How fast does your seafood Switch go? I seen you were going 30-35 on this video but whats the top speed with a couple people in it?
She forgot about this video. Lol. Top speed of the switch with the 100hp motor is 27mph, the 170 is 37mph, and the 230hp is 45mph. According to Sea-Doo
@@norseman8656 ohh. So this 100hp one has a tune or something to make
It go faster?
@@xGR1MxREAPERx the one they tested has the 170
Where is the film
Is there a code to get into and out of the dock when I park my ski there at oneals?
Yes there is a code to get back onto the dock, The marina where you buy fuel will give you the code.
@@AlveanAzurin got it. Thank you!
Love your videos! How do you secure your gas cans to the rear of your Jetski/ Seadoo Switch? Ty
Its a LINQ gas tank sold by Seadoo. Can be used on Seadoo Jetskis that have the LinQ attachments and the Switch. Some of their Jetskis like the FishPro lineup come with the 13.5 Gallon (51L) Cooler from the Factory that can be removed. You can also attach a smaller Seadoo LinQ 4.5 Gallon (16L) cooler.
But still a great video.
I notice when researching they say a jet ski engine will last about 300 hours, but a prop engine will last about 1500 hours. That's the thing that scares me about the switch. Does anyone know how many hours the switch engine will last before requiring overhaul?
In a boat, it seems that gallons per hour is far more useful than an approximate range in miles. Does the Switch's motor have an hour meter?
She averaged 2.5mpg at 30mph. Using 26.9gallon fuel. Approximately 11.9gph.
Can I take the biggest and best into the Gulf or will I die? That’s what I want to know.
Great video
Thanks buddy 😊
Does the base 100hp 16' had idf?
Sucks up a bit more fuel than your ski, huh? heh heh heh Kinda glad I couldn't get a Switch this year, will be expensive enough running the Trophy! Hopefully the weather catches up to us before it arrives! Still too damned cold! Water temps are still pretty deadly in Washington!
Congrats on the Trophy! Yeah more fuel for a bigger vessel. The Trophy will get you some good range. It’s only a 170hp and a lot smaller vessel. Probably will get 110-120miles if you aren’t full throttle.
Where is everyone getting the switch.. I have one ordered, but in California they are no where to be found
It should be coming soon…. They have been getting some in Texas slowly.
hello i just have a question do the rules of jet ski apply to this watercraft or is it the requirements of a boat for instance in my country we have no need to acquire a license to ride a jetski i am wondering if we would need a license to ride this jetski pantoon i am not sure if to treat it as a boat or a jetski i know it's probably a stupid question but never hurts to ask NICE VID BY THE WAY discovered this channel last week and loving the vibes
Thank you for watching the video! 😁… this vessel would be considered as a boat, follow all your requirements for your country applied to boats. Not a stupid question at all, very legit actually 😁
It’ll only do 30 mph ??
How far can it go? At the price of gas , I can only afford a gallon. Lol, love your vids!
😂😂 fuel prices are a bit high right now. That’s when you break out the tip container for all your friends/family to pitch in for fuel… 😏
Just a quick comment and question. First we have the 21 cruise 230 hp love it. Pulls tube better than a boat in my opinion. Now the question also have the double bimini top and we can not get the back half to fold and wrap correctly it keeps flopping in the wind. Does someone know how to fold it down ? Thanks
How much total was this pontoon boat?
probably around 30k
What’s the slowest it can go on cruise control? I’m interested in trolling
About 3 mph with cruise, but you can adjust the neutral speed from 0 to about 2.5 mph so you can cover about any speed. If on big water, use cruise control and two sea bags to get a better troll.
What did you think of acceleration of this thought I'm considering buying one but no one says how fast it will get up and go I know it'll do somewhere around 40 mph but how fast does it take to get there been hearing it mixed feelings some say it lines to take it's time same others say it is good, just wanna know how does it compares to regular pontoon boat as fast as acceleration
Compared to your traditional pontoon with the same size and hp. The switch seemed quicker and definitely a lot easier to handle.
Awesome thank you for your reply and time
Search sea Doo switch speed test on RUclips. You can see exactly how fast it accelerates.
30mph not bad for a 21ft with the 170. Wonder if its tuned differently than the 170 on the compact...
The max speed I have gotten is 34-35mph. I didn’t want to ride full throttle to save fuel for testing.
About 6 gal/hr?
Would you take this on your trip from Miami to Bimini? I've been trying to figure out if I want to buy two skis or the Switch. Any info will help! Can the switch handle the ocean? 🌊
I can tell you your not going to be buying a switch anywhere soon there all sold out
We’ve had one ordered since Sept’21, with original delivery date of Jun’22.
Sea-Doo just pushed out a notice of 6-8wks delivery delay due to supply chain issues and labor shortage.
@@Mike-tt8wi yea are switch said June now it’s supposed to be here next month in may
Can anyone tell me how long the trailer is?
Thanks for calculating the distance. How long did you ride? 4-5 hours of driving? I kind of calculate my fuel on just how many hours we are out on the water. My boat is usually good for 6 hours unless I’m really pushing it to go somewhere fast.
It’s kinda hard to calculate based on how many hours because some boaters just drop anchor on the lake or go to hang out on sandbars. So if that’s the case one full tank can last days to weeks. The duration it took for this video should be at the end of the relive video, accounting for stopping to film and stopping at Oneals.
Umm where do You go to the bathroom
I want one sooooo dammm bad!!!!!!!🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤
Depends on how many 5 gal. tanks you take with you….
I think it would be difficult to add gas while out on the water. The fuel inlet is located between the drivers console and side skirting (seen here ruclips.net/video/0mrAzm73Y80/видео.html). Trying to get your portable tank to that inlet would be a challenge.
Would definitely need a container with a hose cap so you don't need to hang over the side
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That’s shocking 102ltr of fuel to go 67.4 miles a ski would do that on 50 ltr or a bit more , we do litres in the uk by the way , 102ltrs x £1.80p =£183.60p
Pontoons are not built for efficiency. They are cruising boats.
$2.93 gallon? Wow that's low compared to South Florida which is over $4/gal for Regular
I wish it was still this price. This was filmed over a month ago. Right now it’s $3.89/gallon for regular.
@@AlveanAzurin your videos are awesome! Gas will come down (eventually) :)
Does anybody know the draft of this boat? on plane and at rest...
7600 RPMs at 30. Seems like the engine will always be taxed in the switch.
Those gas prices!
70 doesnt seem like a heck of a lot.