One of the best things about working for Outdoor Hub thus far has been that I had the opportunity to attend the BRP Ultimate Playground Media Day – which means I got to partake in demo rides of the sweetest new products on the BRP line (Bombardier Recreational Products). We rode on Sea-Doo powerboats and personal water crafts, then Can-Am ATVs and other off- and on-road vehicles.

The Sea-Doo 210 Challenger boat was the first ride of the day. To avoid the water that splashed in the front two seats, I sat behind the windshield next to the driver. The pull-out block that is attached to his chair was lifted so that he got nearly a bird’s-eye-view of what’s going on in the water ahead. Myself and three other riders sat comfortably and enjoyed the ride, despite the choppy waters.

Key features:

• Cruise control and ECO mode
• 1.5 supercharged high output Rotax 4-TEC engine
• Swim platform accessible inside and outside boat
• Satellite-ready stereo with USB and MP3 ports
• iTC (Intelligent Throttle Center)
• Reboarding ladder – stern
• Walk-through – bow and stern
• Fuel consumption meter
• Underseat storage with hinged cushion
• Ski pylon