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Hi, I'm Austin Ashley

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and today we'll be doing a product tour

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of the 246 Cayman from Robalo.

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This boat has an LOA of 24 feet, 6 inches, a beam

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of 9 feet and a draft of only 12 inches,

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that means this boat can go almost anywhere

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and do almost anything.

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This versatile platform is not only a top seller for Robalo,

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but it's the number one selling 24 foot

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bay boat in the nation.

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Let's take a closer look.

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The 246 comes standard

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with a factory matched aluminum tandem axle trailer

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from Coyote Manufacturing.

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This trailer features 14 inch galvanized wheels, submersible

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LED lighting, and four wheel disc brakes.

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Additional options include a custom upgraded aluminum wheel

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and a spare tire kit.

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At the transom, we have one

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of the most important features of the Cayman hull.

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We extended the running surface on either side of the motor

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to help get the boat on plane faster,

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keep it on plane at lower speeds, leading

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to more efficient operation.

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And helps keep the boat steady with minimal lean while you

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and your friends are reeling in the big

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catch off the side of the boat.

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This boat features the optional jack plate and trim tabs.

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You have motor options ranging from 250 to 350 horsepower,

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encapsulated reserve flotation, a Kevlar reinforced hull,

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and a poured composite transom.

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We designed a flare into the hull,

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which translates into a wide bow

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that features a casting platform and a large seating area.

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The casting platform has diamond pattern non-skid,

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recessed hardware,

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and a minimal lip to reduce tripping hazards.

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The casting platform also features an insulated 20 gallon

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bow live well and dedicated storage

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for your anchor.

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The boat comes pre-wired for a trolling motor,

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and this is where your plug is gonna be.

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When you opt for the trolling motor,

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it comes with a quick release base, dedicated storage

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for your trolling motor batteries,

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and you're automatically upgraded

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to a triple bank battery charger.

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The deep bow seating area features standard wraparound

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bolsters, seat cushions, and removable bow back rests.

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You also have easy access

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to a stainless steel draining cup holder

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and stainless steel grab handles for safety.

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Increasing the usability of the bow,

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you can opt for a removable table

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that mounts at two different heights,

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creating a lower casting platform

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or with the optional bow filler cushion, a large sun pad.

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On to the storage in the bow,

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your port and starboard side compartments are easily opened

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with a lift and lock latch that does not require you

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to remove the cushions when opening.

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The lid is supported by a stainless steel gas assist strut

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and your port side compartment doubles

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as a lockable rod storage.

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Your starboard side compartment

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is a 45 gallon overboard draining,

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insulated fish box. Forward,

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you have additional storage that features subfloor access

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to your trolling motor batteries.

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The 246 Cayman features a forward entry head, which allows

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for easier access and use.

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The door is a molded fiberglass

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with an integrated forward seat.

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You have heavy duty stainless steel hinges, grab handles,

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and a locking latch inside the compartment.

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You have a nice bulkhead that protects all of your wiring,

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a light, a non-skid step, and rubber matting on the floor.

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You can also opt for a porta-potty.

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A big part of the DNA in every Robalo is the diamond

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pattern non-skid.

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Other brands will use a sandpaper style non-skid

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that just isn't up to par.

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We use a molded in non-skid that is easier to clean,

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more durable and channels water very well.

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An added bonus is that its very gentle on your skin

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or bathing suits and it'll look great for years to come.

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Due to the design of the head, we're able

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to keep the overall height of the helm down,

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which provides better visibility for the captain.

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You have a standard bonded glass windshield

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with an upper vent that provides protection and airflow.

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You have two molded console recesses with non-slip mats,

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a drain, 12 volt power plug,

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and an auxiliary input making this a great place

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to place your phone or other small items.

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You have easy access to stainless steel push button switches

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and your push button breakers. On either side

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of a nice large area where you can mount a 7, 9,

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or 12 inch Simrad display.

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You have a standard stainless steel steering wheel

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with control knob mounted to a tilt base

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in line with your compass

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for easy navigation. You have easy reach

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to two stainless steel cup holders with drains

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and a stainless steel grab handle.

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The leaning post on this boat features a backrest, two-tone

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vinyl, flip up bolsters, four rod holders,

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and dedicated storage for a 70 quart carry on cooler.

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This leaning post with the double footrest here at the helm

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provides plenty of comfortable seating options.

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On the 246,

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you can opt for a bimini top

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or a fiberglass T top with powder coated aluminum frame.

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The fiberglass T top is going

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to feature a molded-in electronics box

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and your choice of underside gel coat color.

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The aluminum frame will come powder coated in black

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or white, features integrated grab handles, rocket launcher,

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rod holders, and spreader lights.

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In the aft section of the 246 Cayman,

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you have a double wide bench seat with flip-up back rest

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that also provides access

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to your bilge compartments and batteries.

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You have convenient access to your battery switch,

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port and starboard under gunwale rod storage, cockpit

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combing bolsters, and extra wide gunwales that make it easy

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to navigate the entire perimeter of the boat.

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With the bench seat in the down position,

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you have a full beam casting deck.

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That deck is covered in a diamond pattern non-skid.

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All the hardware is recessed or flush mounted.

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And notice there's no lip at the edge

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to reduce your fishing area

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or create a tripping hazard.

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You have twin insulated 30 gallon live wells

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with bait dividers

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and insulated, meaning that you can use it as a cooler

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or a fish box.

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In the aft port corner,

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you have dedicated storage for a five gallon bucket.

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You also have a storage tub in the

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aft starboard compartment.

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Off the back of the boat, you have a standard swim platform

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with a stainless steel three-step reboarding ladder,

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and the boat we're on today features the optional

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port swim platform.

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I'm sure by now you can see why this is the number one

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selling 24 foot bay boat on the market today.

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Thank you for joining me on the product tour

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of the 246 Cayman from Robalo.

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I'm Austin Ashley, and we'll see you next time.

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