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2007 Walker Bay Genesis 310FT Description
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One of the most innovative boat manufacturers
has to be Walker Bay.
Although their boats are all smaller in
sizes, the designs are remarkably clever and their
construction techniques are truly revolutionary.
The "FT" in Genesis FT stands for folding
transom, one of the attributes that makes the boat
very easy to store and transport.
Fundamentally, the Genesis FT is what's
called a rigid hull inflatable boat. It has high-volume,
low-pressure tubes surrounding the rigid
hull to give the boat remarkable load carrying
capacity at a high degree of seaworthiness considering
its size.
Unique to Walker Bay is a special material
called high impact marine composite. Walker Bay
uses high-pressure injection moulding in a special
mould that weighs 72 tons. The hull is injected
moulded at 6,000 psi, producing a one-piece hull
with no seams.
The hull of the Genesis FT is 10 feet, 2 inches
long with a beam of 66 inches, yet it has the
amazing rating of a four person capacity.
Recommended horsepower is 10, but our test
boat was equipped with the maximum - a
Yamaha 15 hp two-stroke.
Walker Bay offers the 310 Genesis FT in
either PVC or Hypalon material for the tubes.
The unique folding transom is hinged to fold
down when the tubes are deflated, making it so
compact it can be stored in a bag.
At the transom is another unique Walker Bay
feature; trim tabs that incorporate wheels.
Whether it's assembled and in use or folded away
for storage, most people can pick up the boat at
the bow and roll it on the transom wheels. This is
very clever indeed.
Combined with the 76-pound, 15-hp
Yamaha, you can transport it in most vans and
even some cars without a trailer. The whole thing
could store in an apartment building storage locker.
Features include large fore and aft grab handles,
as well as a good size bow storage area with a
handy tray to keep small items dry and secure.
Under the tray is a larger bin. The one seat that
comes with the boat is cleverly equipped with two
drink holders and another storage lid where the
storage tray from the bow can be relocated. The
portable fuel tank can store under the seat or up
in the bow if you prefer. It's possible to route the
fuel line under the solid floor of the boat to
reduce clutter and the floor keeps your feet and
cargo dry. Other clever features include telescopic
oars that store neatly in the hull sides and the 310
model has folding oar locks in the tubes.
The Yamaha started easily and was easy to
use. On small boats, we recommend drivers
always attach the tether cord properly for safety
reasons. Normally, you drive sitting on the side of
the tube, bracing yourself with your foot and
holding a side hand hold. Because of the short
length on the Genesis 310 FT, you need to lean
forward to plane it off with only one person on
board; it actually planes more quickly with two
aboard. The 15 Yamaha hit 20.3 mph, which is
plenty quick for this type of boat. The side tubes
give good stability and sea-keeping qualities considering
the small size.
Whether it's a very safe and fun boat for the
kids at the cottage, a little platform to scuba dive
from or a tender for a yacht, Walker Bay has an
impressively well-designed product in the 310.
2007 Walker Bay Genesis 310FT Test Specifications
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Test boat engine: Yamaha 15, 2-stroke, 15
hp twin cylinder, 246 cc/ 15 ci, standard 3-
blade aluminum prop
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