SYDNEY BOAT SHOW: CruiseCraft adds new Hard Top

With the surge in popularity of hard tops, CruiseCraft has grown its range of all-weather boats with the release of its third Hard Top model, the CruiseCraft Explorer 595HT.

The new Explorer 595HT, compliments the larger CruiseCraft Explorer 625HT and the top of the range Cruise Craft Explorer 685HT.

"We have an absolute commitment to the Hard Top design concept," said Nathan Nichols of CruiseCraft.

"Since we launched our initial Hard Top model, the market has voted overwhelmingly that this is the style of boat that they prefer. Sales of CruiseCraft Hard Top models outstrip those of the conventional soft top models."

The hull is a fibreglass construction that is manufactured using a split mould technique. Both the roof and interior lining are purpose designed and manufactured fibreglass mouldings specifically tailored to this model.

Moreover the Hard Top simply makes fishing more comfortable and the fishing season longer. Now, serious bluewater fishermen can head offshore under stormy skies, or blistering summer sunshine, well protected by the Hard Top on their Explorer 595HT.

Supporting the aft end of the structure is a pair of robust yet stylish stainless steel supports. These also double as very secure hand holds for the crew while travelling at sea.

The Hard Top is formed with a full height toughened glass windscreen at the front, with sliding glass side windows on both port and starboard. An electric wiper on the starboard screen is a standard inclusion, as are the auto retract electric trim tabs fitted to the transom.

CruiseCraft says that a key feature of Explorer 595 model is the exceptional beam across the cockpit. Through clever design and use of the space between the gunwales, the cockpit on this boat is actually wider than most in this class of boat. There is ample space for three fishermen to stand across the rear of the seats, with heaps of space to spare.

Another feature of the CruiseCraft 595 HT is the optional sliding Perspex cabin door. This feature provides a lockable cabin, adding to security.

Another popular option is the slide out canopy. This makes the effective length of the hardtop ever bigger, offering more sun protection virtually all the way from the helm to the bait board aft.

Full details concerning the cost and availability are available from authorised CruiseCraft dealers Australia wide. The new 595HT is on show at the Hunts Marine stand at this weekend's Sydney International Boat Show.