2027 Manitou Encore SL 23 – Relaxed Pontoon Versatility

The 2027 Manitou Encore SL 23 is a recreational pontoon designed for comfortable cruising, social outings and easy days on the water. Its spacious deck and lounge-focused SL arrangement provide an inviting environment for family and friends, while Manitou’s established pontoon design experience supports confident handling and practical everyday use.

Comfortable, Social Deck Design

The Encore SL 23 makes good use of its 23-foot platform, balancing open passenger space with supportive seating and convenient movement around the deck. The SL layout emphasizes relaxation, giving passengers room to settle in while preserving access to the helm, boarding areas and onboard storage. Durable marine materials are selected for life around water and frequent recreational use.

Key Highlights

• SL floorplan: A lounge-oriented arrangement suited to conversation, sightseeing and laid-back afternoons at anchor.
• 23-foot platform: Provides useful passenger room without making the pontoon unnecessarily cumbersome for routine handling.
• Purpose-built helm: Places primary controls and instrumentation within convenient reach of the operator.
• Integrated storage: Helps keep personal items, safety equipment and day-trip essentials organized and out of the main seating areas.
• Aluminum pontoon construction: Delivers the stable, spacious foundation that makes this style of boat popular for social recreation.
• Open-deck practicality: Supports straightforward boarding and movement between the seating, helm and deck areas.

Made for Everyday Recreation

The Encore SL 23 suits boaters who value passenger comfort and versatility over a highly specialized layout. Its stable pontoon format is well matched to relaxed cruising, entertaining, swimming stops and casual family use. The manageable 23-foot size also offers a useful balance between onboard space and ease of operation around docks, launches and marinas.

With its social SL configuration and practical deck design, the 2027 Manitou Encore SL 23 offers a welcoming platform for making the most of warm-weather days on lakes and sheltered waterways.