2026 Avalon Venture 85 Cruise Rear Bench - 23 FT

Meet the 2026 Avalon Venture 85 Cruise Rear Bench in ****—a 23-foot pontoon that looks ready to turn any “just a quick ride” into an all-day tradition. And if you’re wondering about options, this model also comes in Black, Matte Black, Blue, Bronze, Caribbean Blue, Champagne, Matte Charcoal, Red, Sage Metallic, Sea Mist, Silver Metallic, Steel Blue, Matte White, and White Flake Metallic—but this one wears **** like it was made for dockside double-takes.
At **23.4 feet** long (that’s **281 inches / 7.1 meters**) with a wide **101-inch (2.6 m) beam**, the Venture 85 has that “big-lake confidence” feel the moment you step aboard. It’s built as a true **pontoon** with **two 25-inch diameter** pontoons stretching **264 inches (6.7 m)**, and an **aluminum** hull that’s all about dependable days on the water. Dry weight comes in at **2,150 lbs**, matching its **2,150-lb weight capacity**, and it’s rated for up to **11 passengers**—so yes, it’s absolutely capable of being the boat your friends mysteriously have “free weekends” for.
This layout is made for easy socializing without feeling like everyone’s stacked in one spot. You’ve got **three cockpit sofas** plus **six open bow seats**, creating natural conversation zones—whether you’re swapping stories at anchor or coasting along the shoreline looking for the next perfect cove. Drop the **cockpit table** in place and suddenly it’s snack central, card-game headquarters, or the unofficial meeting room for planning the next playlist.
Speaking of playlists: the onboard **Fusion®** audio system with **Bluetooth®** makes it simple—connect, press play, and let the day soundtrack handle itself. And because a good time shouldn’t come with guesswork, there’s a **fuel level gauge** to keep you aware of what’s in the tank.
At the helm, the vibe stays relaxed and in control. You get a dedicated **helm chair** (with **one helm seat**) and **remote outboard steering control**, so you can drive with comfort and confidence, whether you’re easing away from the dock or cruising with the crew. Overhead, a **Bimini top** brings welcome shade when the sun decides it’s going to show off.
Underfoot, the **woven cockpit flooring** adds a finished, comfortable feel—ideal for those barefoot days that start with “just a quick lap” and end with sunset.
Power-wise, the Venture 85 Cruise Rear Bench is flexible, with a recommended range from **10 bhp minimum** up to **140 bhp maximum**—so you can match the setup to your kind of boating, from gentle cruising to a little extra pep when the lake opens up. With a **25-gallon (94.6 L) fuel capacity**, it’s ready for full afternoons of exploring without constantly thinking about the next fuel stop.
Bottom line: this **** Avalon Venture 85 is the kind of pontoon that doesn’t just carry people—it gathers them. It’s built for comfortable cruising, easy conversation, and those simple, perfect moments that somehow turn into the stories everyone tells later.

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