This particular Ri245 is a low-hour, one-owner-condition example of one of the most capable surf boats ever built, and at 182 hours it still has years of peak performance ahead of it.
The Ri245 is built around Centurion's Opti-V 2.0 hull, which runs 20 degrees of deadrise at the transom. What that means on the water is a hull that displaces serious volume before you ever add ballast weight, which translates to a massive, clean surf wave and a ride that stays composed when conditions get choppy. This isn't just a bigger number on a spec sheet; it's the reason the Ri series throws the kind of wave that families actually want to ride all day.
The Ramfill boosted ballast system is one of those things you have to experience to appreciate. Near 6,000 lbs of ballast filling in under 90 seconds means less time waiting around and more time in the water. Transitions between riders, switching sides, adjusting the wave shape for different skill levels: all of it happens fast. The PCM ZZ6 pairs perfectly with this platform, delivering the torque to pull the boat up strong and perform confidently at elevation, which matters if you're running Utah lakes.
The power tower on this unit is the Predator Power Tower, with a fixed bimini that raises and lowers at the push of a button. It stays parallel to the floor at every position, so you get consistent shade without having to fiddle with anything. The third screen added to this boat gives the driver a live camera view of the action behind the boat, which is a genuinely useful feature when you're coaching a rider or keeping an eye on the kids.
The interior comes through in the grey-on-grey color scheme: clean, cohesive, and easy to keep looking sharp. The triple-layer GatorStep flooring is a meaningful upgrade over standard flooring. It's softer underfoot, more durable over time, and grips well whether you're barefoot or coming in wet from the water. The Cobra Racing driver's seat gives the captain real support for long days on the water, and the sliding bench and flip-up transom seating mean everyone has a comfortable place to be, whether you're riding, watching, or just hanging off the back between sets.
The heater on this boat is worth calling out specifically. Early mornings in the spring, late September days when the air has that edge to it: having heat onboard changes the calculus on when the season starts and ends. Combine that with the integrated trash can, in-floor cooler, and wireless charging holders throughout the cockpit, and the day-to-day livability of this boat is genuinely well thought out. It's the kind of setup where the whole family is comfortable from the first run of the morning to the last one before sunset.
182 hours on a 2023 Ri245 in excellent condition is a strong value position. You're getting a boat that's been broken in and proven out, with the Centurion build quality that holds up over the long haul, and you're stepping into it at a fraction of new pricing. The upgrades already on this unit, including the heater, underwater lights, triple-layer GatorStep, and camera screen, would add up quickly on a new build.
If you want to come see this one in person or get out on the water for a demo, reach out and we'll get it set up.
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