Avalon Venture 85 - 21 FT Versatile Rear Bench Pontoon For Sale

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  Meet the 2026 Avalon Venture 85 Versatile Rear Bench, a 21-foot pontoon built for the kind of days that start with just a quick ride and somehow end with sunset stories and one more song request. Finished in ****, it brings a clean, confident look to the dockclassic pontoon style with a modern, ready-to-play attitude.
  
  At **21.4 feet** long with a **102-inch beam**, this Venture 85 feels roomy the moment you step aboard. Its sized to be easygoing at the marina while still giving your crew space to stretch out, spread snacks around, and claim their favorite spots early. With seating designed to welcome a crowd, its set up for up to **10 passengers**, so nobody has to hear the dreaded sorry, were full on a perfect day.
  
  Underneath, the foundation is pure pontoon practicality: **two aluminum pontoons** (each **23 inches** in diameter and **20 feet** long) that are made for stable cruising and relaxed confidence at the helm. This is a boat that likes steady vibespulling away from the dock smoothly, gliding into your favorite cove, and making it easy for everyone onboard to move around without that tightrope walk feeling.
  
  Speaking of the helm: you get a dedicated **helm chair** and **remote outboard steering control**, so you can take command comfortably while still being part of the conversation. And when the sun decides its time to turn things up (as it always does), the **Bimini top** is ready to provide shade so the fun doesnt melt away midday.
  
  Now lets talk about the hangout factorbecause thats the whole point. The woven cockpit flooring gives the deck a finished, comfortable feel underfoot, whether youre barefoot, in sandals, or doing that careful dont spill my drink shuffle. Theres a **cockpit table** for cards, snacks, or the inevitable phone pile when everyone agrees to be present for at least ten minutes. And with **three cockpit sofas** plus **six open-bow seats**, the layout naturally encourages conversation clusters: one group debating the next playlist, another mapping out a lunch stop, and a third quietly claiming the best lounging real estate like its a competitive sport.
  
  Music is non-negotiable on a day like this, and the **Fusion** system with **Bluetooth audio** makes it simplequeue up a laid-back cruising mix, switch to upbeat when the boat turns back toward home, and let the soundtrack do what it does best: turn a normal afternoon into something youll remember.
  
  For the practical side of fun (yes, thats a thing), this pontoon carries a **25-gallon fuel capacity** and includes a **fuel level gauge** so you can keep an eye on the days range without guesswork. The boats dry weight is **1,850 lbs**, with a **2,035-lb weight capacity**, which adds up to a solid, confidence-inspiring platform for your crew and your gear.
  
  Power-wise, its flexible enough to match your style: a **minimum recommended 10 bhp** if youre all about slow cruising, with the option to go up to a **maximum recommended 115 bhp** when you want a little extra pep in your getaway. Either way, this Venture 85 is built around the same mission: easy, social, feel-good boatingmade better by thoughtful space, comfortable seating, and the kind of simple amenities that keep everyone onboard happy.
  
  In ****, this 2026 Avalon Venture 85 doesnt just look ready for the waterit looks ready for your traditions, your playlists, your favorite coves, and your we should do this more often moments.

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  Specifications

  Length	21 ft 5 in
  Dry Weight	1850 lbs
  Engine	Optional
  Beam	8 ft 6 in
  Weight Capacity	2035 lbs
  Horsepower	115 hp
  Fuel Capacity	25 gals
  Hull Material	Aluminum
  Passengers	10