2026 Avalon Venture 85 Elite Lounge Windshield - 23 FT

Meet the ** 2026 Avalon Venture 85 Elite Lounge Windshield**, a **** pontoon that’s basically a floating “yes” to weekends done right. At **23.4 feet** long with a confident **101-inch beam**, it has that roomy, steady presence that makes the first step onboard feel like you’ve already arrived—whether the plan is an easy cruise, a sandbar hang, or a sunset lap that “accidentally” turns into two.
Built on a **Venture 85** platform with an **aluminum hull** and **two 25-inch-diameter pontoons**, this boat is all about smooth, predictable comfort. It’s sized to bring the whole crew—rated for **up to 11 passengers**—without feeling cramped or cluttered. And with a **2,150-lb dry weight** and a matching **2,150-lb weight capacity**, it’s designed with real-world lake days in mind: people, coolers, and the kind of extra “just in case” stuff that always finds its way aboard.
Up front, the vibe is pure lounge. There are **six open bow seats** ready for that “captain, take the long way” energy, while the rest of the layout keeps the conversation flowing with **four cockpit sofas** that make it easy for everyone to face each other, stretch out, or claim a corner as their personal relaxation headquarters. When it’s snack time, game time, or time to set down the playlist-approved beverages, the **cockpit table** is right where it should be—simple, practical, and always appreciated.
The “Elite Lounge Windshield” name isn’t just for show, either. The **walk-through windshield** gives the helm area a more refined, road-trip-on-water feel, and it makes moving around the boat feel natural—no awkward climbs or detours, just an easy pass-through as you bounce between captain duties and hanging with friends.
At the helm, you get a dedicated **helm chair** (with **one helm seat**) and **remote outboard steering control**, so the driver’s seat actually feels like a command center—without being intimidating. Overhead, the **Bimini top** brings that instant shade-on-demand comfort that keeps the day going longer, especially when the sun is doing the most.
Underfoot, the **woven cockpit flooring** adds an upscale touch while keeping things comfortable for bare feet. And because the best days on the water always have a soundtrack, the **Fusion®** audio setup with **Bluetooth®** makes it easy to hand over DJ duties (or keep them strictly to yourself). Add the straightforward **fuel gauge warning** and you’ve got the kind of no-drama awareness that lets you relax and focus on the fun.
Power-wise, this pontoon is ready to match your style: it’s rated from a **minimum recommended 10 bhp** up to a **maximum recommended 140 bhp**. Pair that with a **25-gallon fuel capacity**, and you’ve got the flexibility to keep things mellow, keep things zippy, or land right in that sweet spot where cruising feels effortless and everyone’s smiling for no reason other than “this is the life.”
In short: this **** Avalon Venture 85 Elite Lounge Windshield is a fresh, modern pontoon that brings space, comfort, and an easy-going confidence to every outing. Bring the people, queue the music, and let this 23-footer turn ordinary days into the ones everyone talks about later.

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