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Strengths & best for
- Long-distance and weekend touring riders
- Family boating and fishing
Pros & cons (rider view)
Pros
- Founded by Orin Edson in Seattle
- Acquired by Brunswick in 1986
- Best-selling pleasure boat brand of the 1980s
- Element series uses revolutionary M-Hull design
Cons
- Parts availability can vary by region
- Service network density depends on location
- Resale values fluctuate with model year and condition
Owner reputation & reliability
Reliability: data pendingCommonly praised
- Founded by Orin Edson in Seattle
- Acquired by Brunswick in 1986
- Best-selling pleasure boat brand of the 1980s
Common complaints
- Wait times for parts in less-served regions
- Maintenance cost rises with age and miles
- Some accessories are model-year specific
Compiled from public rider forums and owner reports. Individual experience varies.