2017 Reinell Boats 185

2017 Reinell 185 — Specs

• Type: Fiberglass stern-drive bowrider
• Length: 18 ft
• Beam: 7'2"
• Dry/net weight: ~2,300 lb
• Engine: Single gasoline stern drive
• Rated/typical power: 220 hp
• Fuel capacity: 25 gal
• Maximum capacity: 7 people
• Maximum horsepower: 225 hp in the available Reinell specifications
• Hull: Fiberglass
• Primary use: Cruising, tubing, skiing, wakeboarding, swimming and family recreation BBoating World+1

One thing I'd verify on a particular boat is the engine package. The 2017 specification databases list 220 hp, while individual 2017 boats can have different equipment/engine configurations. For example, a current Alberta listing describes a 2017 185 with a 200-hp Volvo Penta V6. BBoatDealers

Overview

The 185 is essentially a compact family runabout. Reinell designed the boat around a relatively large open interior, storage and watersports rather than maximizing fishing functionality. Contemporary Reinell material describes the 185 as an all-sport family runabout with a smooth ride and enough interior space for water-sport activities. DDealer eProcess

Where it shines

• Watersports: This is probably its strongest use. A 200–220 hp stern drive gives it plenty of grunt for tubing and recreational skiing.
• Family cruising: The open bow and windshield make it much better suited to taking friends and family out for an afternoon than a dedicated fishing boat.
• Ride: The fiberglass hull and relatively substantial weight should give it a more substantial feel than a small aluminum boat.
• Seating: Seven-person capacity makes it a useful family/group boat, although seven adults would be a fairly full load in an 18-footer.
• Storage: The design emphasizes usable interior space and storage for recreational gear. DDealer eProcess

Ideal buyer

I'd put the ideal Reinell 185 buyer as:

A family that wants a compact, comfortable lake boat primarily for cruising, tubing, skiing and swimming.

It's particularly attractive if you:

• Have a family with kids/teenagers.
• Want to pull a tube or skier.
• Spend most of your time on lakes rather than fishing.
• Want an open bow for passengers.
• Prefer the feel of a fiberglass boat.
• Want something small enough to trailer and store relatively easily.
• Don't need a dedicated fishing layout.