29'
Alandra

High Performance Luxury Cruiser

The Alandra is created for the large lake or off shore boater. Filled with an array of standard features, the Alandra will provide you with many of the comforts of your own home. Combine such classic comforts with the Essex hand crafted construction and you receive a top performing luxury cruiser. From its extended cockpit to its high-tech designing, you will find comfort and security in any seat.

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Features

• CD Stereo
• Bimini Top
• Boat Cover
• Dual Batteries
• Tilt Steering
• Interior Lights
• Pop Up Cleats
• Cat Eye Bow Light
• Custom Sink Console

• Custom Ice Chest
• Electronic Sundeck
• Electronic Fuel Switch
• Cup Holders
• Powdered Coated Bezels
• Contour Bow Seat
• Rear Trim Switch
• Triple Trailer

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Review

A 29-foot bowrider? Who'd ever buy a boat like that? The answer is, a lot of boaters are, and more will definitely join the ranks after they see and drive the new 29-foot Alandra by Essex

Actually, to label the new Alandra as a "bowrider" really doesn't do it justice. Yes, it does have a cavernous open bow, but it's the intelligently done cuddy cabin, innovative main cockpit and its stylish overall looks that really set this boat apart from others on the market. Firstly, credit is due to Essex for making the commitment to develop its very own original 29-footer. This isn't a close cousin or semiclone of something else you've already seen before; it's a brand-new hull with fresh molds and lots of interesting and trend-setting ideas worth considering, especially if you want something that's ultraluxurious and incredibly comfortable, having the size and capacity to boat on virtually any type of water.

So, where are its strengths? Just pick any spot, because it's all good. Take the cuddy cabin, for example. The forward deck has a double-crown contour that immediately helps increase the already abundant headroom so that one can sit up straight on a pair of facing couches, which are bookended with a nicely fiberglass-tooled freshwater sink and beverage-cooler module. Both the forward and aft entryways to the cabin have sliding pocket doors in case you want to fully enclose the cabin in the event of bad weather or overnighting, which is a definite use for this boat once you learn about the next feature.In the cabin, the two facing couches convert into a spacious sleeping berth when the backrest cushions are removed and placed in the center walkway area, supported by several easy-to-install metal braces. Once the braces and cushions are positioned (it only takes a minute), the end result is a nearly queen-sized sleeping area with full stretch-out comfort. This is how to maximize the versatility factor without excessively complicating the interior design or functionality of the cuddy cabin.