2023 22' Tritoon — Spacious Weekend Cruiser review
Boat · 22 ft (7 m) · Tampa
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Key specs
- Builder
- YAMAHA
- Model
- Smoker craft
- Length
- 22 ft (7 m)
- Guests
- 12
Verdict
A roomy 22-foot tritoon with strong family-cruising appeal, good passenger capacity, and a layout suited to relaxed day trips and weekend use. It should offer confident, stable handling for a pontoon-style boat, though exact performance depends heavily on the Yamaha package and final rigging.
Pros
- +Spacious platform for up to 12 passengers
- +Stable tritoon layout for cruising and social use
- +Comfort-oriented setup suits day trips and weekends
- +Likely strong resale appeal with Yamaha power
Cons
- −Cabin count is listed as 0/unspecified, so overnight use is unclear
- −No verified factory specs were provided for weight, beam, or horsepower
- −Not a performance-focused hull compared with sport boats
- −Fuel economy and top-end speed depend on the exact Yamaha setup
The 2023 22-foot Smoker Craft tritoon is built around space, stability, and easygoing family cruising. With seating for 12, it fits the typical role of a social pontoon platform better than a sport boat, and the tritoon configuration should improve ride quality and confidence over a basic pontoon in light chop.
On the water, this type of boat is generally best for smooth, predictable handling rather than aggressive performance. The Yamaha-powered setup should deliver dependable throttle response and the kind of reliability many buyers want for towing, lake hopping, and all-day cruising, but exact acceleration and speed cannot be stated without the engine specification.
Comfort is the main strength here. A 22-foot deck is large enough for a comfortable lounge-style layout, and the boat’s value proposition is strongest for buyers who want space and versatility over speed. It is a practical choice for families and groups, but buyers should verify the actual cabin arrangement and factory-rated performance details before purchase.
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