It’s rare we see a new boat that’s truly unique, but right now we have two on the radar that are one of a kind: the first is the Veer (don't forget to check out our part two on the Sea-Doo Switch!). Veer is a new Brunswick brand being marketed by Lund Boats, and it’s intended to be an eco-conscious fishing and exploration platform for one or two people.
For now, there’s just one model, a 13-footer with a foam-filled polyethylene hull. It comes standard with a trailer at an uber-attractive base price of around $12,000 with a 9.9-horsepower Mercury four stroke. With a $2100 upgrade, however, you can get the boat rigged with Mercury’s new 7.5e Avator electric outboard. This new powerplant, the first electric offering from Mercury, gets its juice from a one-kWh battery that drops into the cowl (and creates thrust equivalent to around 3.5 horsepower), to reduce your carbon footprint to virtually nil when you hit the water.
The boat comes covered in MarineMat foam decking, has a bench seat aft, and a casting deck on the bow. Options include a standing bar, shallow water pole anchor, Sporttrak accessories for mounting cup or tool holders, and mounting plates for items like rod holders and electronics. For a lone angler or a couple searching for a small rig that can be trailered behind a Prius, the Veer will be a winner.
Veer Specifications:
LOA: 13’0”
Beam: 4’0”
Draft (min.): 6.3”
Displacement (approx.): 382 lbs.
Fuel Capacity: 3 gal. w/gas or 0 with electric outboard
Max HP: 9.9
Learn more: veerboats.com