Listen to these guys. Buy a slower more dependable boat first. As you get used to it and start getting the feel for it you will be educated enough to look at other boats and sizes.

If I was you I would consider a 42 Legacy with 700's and the NXT drive. Great boat and really good in rough water. Then in a year or two step up with more power or another boat.

It is hard to get seat time (driving the boat time) if it's not running and with the big power you are talking about, it will not always run. That will limit your seat time. Believe me when they break it takes weeks and even months to get them fixed.

Tres Martin's course is invaluable, take it.

Good Luck

I rode in the red & black 41 Supper Leggera & it was awesome. You might want to think about that boat (if you like the style). 700's but I think it has #6 drives on it so you could always trade up on power. We ran 110mph with 3/4 tank of fuel & 6 people on it.

thats one hell of a boat..I personally like this model also.

Call Ocean Performance 860-388-6000. They will find the OL you need and have the 41 SL and a 42 Legacy with 700's in stock. Ask for Todd.

Hi All Fired Up, thanks for taking the ride in the Super Leggara. Where did you do that? It has NXT's on it and yes it is a great choice for SCBoater. Did you know that it gets 1 mpg at over 90mph! You guys are correct re: the maintenance on the 1075's, you nhave Oil/filter changes plus valve lash adjustment check ups to record any suspicious wear between those services. You are also correct as to the 100 hour go through.($40-50K) People often forget about their Cyborg's and SSMVI's, those need major go through as well. Now to SC's "problem", ask most 46 owners and they'll tell you it's worth every penny of maintenance dollar. Yes Chris at Ocean has a 41SL. Thanks for the kind words.

Mike took me out on Winapisake (spelling?) when i was in Loudon for the Nascar race.

lol. Why is it that you think he is even going to run the boat wide open? I would rather have a boat that cruises at 80 then one getting wringed out at 80.
What makes you think he doesn't have mechanical knowledge of boats?
Maybe he can afford to have a whole team on the dock to rebuild both engines after every run.
The best advise I can give is;
Take the Tres class
Take it easy until you are comfortable and adjusted to the boat..(I'm sure you are already thinking that)
Have a great time, congrats, beautiful boat....I want a ride

Wow. Prettty hard on the guy. Truth is you can flip, stuff or crash anything. Stupid is as stupid does. Be smart and safe no matter what you ride. Wear a vest.

I 2nd the "WOW" by Jerseygirl. By the posts you would think SCBoater is spending everyone elses $$$ but his. Be safe, take it slow, get training, and enjoy yourself!!! I am sure the OL Factory will supply you will ample training on the 46 = Moreover - Welcome!!!

Let's be clear I have offered to help & not critical on the guy at all.