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2005 Azure Azzurro Aquarider 210 Test Details
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2005 Azure Azzurro Aquarider 210 Description
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At the dock, the Aquarider 210 looks like no bowrider I've ever come across. And so it should, since Azzurro Boats of Canada has just imported this prototype model from Brazil.
The relatively young manufacturer has been building boats for the last seven or so years, but one of the company's founders has over 20 years of experience with fibreglass fabrication. In addition to the 210 Aquarider, an 18' bowrider, a 22' cuddy, and a 28' cruiser will also be available in Canada for the 2005 season.
The bow area of the 210 Aquarider features comfortable bench seating to port and starboard with ample storage room underneath. The lockers are fibreglass-lined, but do not feature any drain holes. Forward, there is another spacious locker to accommodate an anchor.A nice feature is the moulded steps that lead up to the bow. These steps, along with the cockpit sole, are finished with a non-skid checker-plate finish.
Heading aft through the walkthrough windshield, I noticed the beefy construction of the window frames.Although they appear to have a powder-coat finish, the window frames are made entirely of fibreglass. Rounded edges are evident throughout a nice feature and something you don't always find with walkthrough windshields.When closed, the windshield appears to close snugly; however, there are no latches or "dogs" to keep it shut in rough conditions. This is a relatively minor matter to fix.
The cockpit is laid out with two slider/swivel bucket seats for the operator and the forward passenger; a fullbeam bench seat is located aft. According to the manufacturer, the aft bench will be redesigned to accommodate a partial walk-through to the swim platform. Storage space will also be increased under the bench. Future models will also be available with optional L-shape bench seating.
In the cockpit sole, a large hatch opens for easy access to the fuel tank and bilge. Noticeably absent is a wakeboard/ ski locker.Azzurro has indicated that future models will have this feature, as well as more storage pockets on either side of the cockpit.Ample storage can be found in the two large compartments that have been moulded into the console to port and starboard. Large locker doors are easily accessible from the walk-through area leading to the bow.
Aft, you'll find unique access to the spacious engine compartment. The large hatch, which incorporates a section of the transom and a sunpad on top, hinges aft at swim platform level. Our test model featured a bolt-on swim platform fitted with a three-step telescopic swim ladder that is concealed in its own compartment when not in use.
Power for this model was a Volvo Penta 4.3L GXi. Running solo and with a quarter tank of fuel on board, I set out in slightly choppy conditions to put the Aqurider 210 through its paces. The hole shot was a very respectable 2.9 seconds with very little bow rise. The boat cruised comfortably at 25.8 mph, and at wide-open throttle the GPS registered 51.9 mph at 4,750 rpm. During the speed runs near the top end, I noticed a bit of rattling from the large locker doors in the storage compartments moulded into the console. Upon further inspection, I found the latches loose. Either an adjustment, or replacement of the hardware would solve this issue.
Overall, the Aquarider 210 is a comfortable runabout that offers contemporary styling and sporty performance. A few areas require attention,but the boat was a prototype and the designers have indicated they are aware of these issues. Once they're rectified, I think that this stylish boat may prove quite popular.
2005 Azure Azzurro Aquarider 210 Test Specifications
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Test boat engine: Volvo Penta 4.3L GXi, 4.3 litre (262 cid) gasoline sterndrive, 225 hp, pushing 17" pitch prop through a Volvo SX outdrive.
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