Pontoon & Tritoon Boats for sale in Lakefield, ON

Tritoons (Triple-Toons)

Tritoons, or triple-toons, enhance the pontoon design by adding a third tube. This additional pontoon, which extends to the transom, acting as a sponson, often is equipped with other performance-enhancing features such as:

• Lifting Strakes: Angled strips attached to the bottom of the pontoons that help the boat lift out of the water as it gains speed, reducing drag and increasing speed and fuel efficiency
• Keels: Structural elements that run along the bottom of the pontoons. They help with steering stability and maneuverability, making it easier to control the boat, especially at higher speeds or in rougher waters.

This design provides superior performance, offering a smoother and more stable ride compared to traditional pontoons, but it also requires a larger motor, which increases fuel demand and cost.

To counteract this, some tritoons feature a performance planing tube, which runs 60-70% of the boat’s length instead of a full-length third tube. This configuration is more cost-effective while still offering improved performance over traditional pontoons. However, a full-length center tube offers the best performance, providing a better driving experience, higher person and fuel capacity, and enhanced stability.