DUO 1973 … Because You Know A Little More About Boating

 

Cover of DUO Boat Catalog for 1973.

Cover of DUO Boat Catalog for 1973. | GGA Image ID # 23d10553fe

 

1f you're considering Duo for '73, chances are you've owned a boat before. Most people who buy Duo have. They know what to look for in a boat … and they're ready to step up to Duo.

I don't mean you have to be a marine engineer or boat designer -- and you certainly don't have to be a television sportscaster -- to appreciate fine boating.

The kind of boating you get with Duo. Nor do I pretend to be an expert myself … but I've been around boats and boating long enough to know what's important in pleasure boats. That's why my choice is Duo.

 

Duo Boats makes Boating Fun!.

Duo Boats makes Boating Fun!. | GGA Image ID # 23d196c1ec

 

The first thing I look for is performance; what are the handling characteristics? Experienced boaters can tell quickly that Duo performance is superior.

The unique and proven Tri Vee hull gives a real ride -- soft and easy. Just hit the throttle and Duo is up and out of the water fast, planing almost instantly, taking the chop right in stride and keeping you level and dry.

Every experienced boater knows that what's inside a boat is as important as anything else, and Duo doesn't skimp on interiors. With Duo, extras are standard … and the workmanship and materials are "first cabin" throughout.

For my family, plenty of storage is a must, and Duo has it. Not only has it, but has it conveniently located so you don't have to struggle to get what you need.

There's extra comfort with Duo, too. Big cushiony gunwale and bow rider padding, fold-down sunbather seats pioneered in the industry by Duo, and everything in the right place so you have plenty of room to move about.

 

Table of Contents

 

The Duo Capitan 20 With Tri Vee Hull - Seacrest White With Terra Cotta Color Scheme.

DUO Capitan 20 Boats (1973)

Duo starts with a big, sturdy 20-foot Tri Vee hull -- then adds a roomy, luxurious interior and cuddy cabin forward. Really plush. That's what Capitan is -- a little more boat.

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Duo Vagabond 20 for 1973 Shown With Optional Decor Group Docked by the Waterfront.

DUO Vagabond 20 Boats (1973)

Step all the way up to the 20-foot Vagabond -- that's my boat -- and add a cuddy canvas, stern boarding ladder, beverage rack, deluxe fuel gauge, and back rest pads in bow rider.

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Duo Vagabond 17 for 1973 Shown With Optional Decor Group.

DUO Vagabond 17 Boats (1973)

The 17-foot Vagabond offers step pads, an 18-gallon gas tank, deluxe mechanical steering, glove box with lock, and forward storage compartments.

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Duo Vagabound Shown With Optional Decor Group.

DUO Vagabond 15 Boats (1973)

The Vagabond 15 features comfort control features like deep cushioned sunbather bunk seats, stern jump seats and bow seats, Walk-Thru® tempered safety glass windshield.

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The 1973 Roamer 17 Shown in Seacrest White, Ocean Blue Exterior and Sky Blue Interior.

DUO Roamer 17 Boats (1973)

Comfort controls in the 17-foot Roamer include Walk-Thru® tempered glass windshield, topside-aft canvas, tonneau cover and center console curtain installed.

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Duo Roamer 15 for 1973 Seats 6.

DUO Roamer 15 Boats (1973)

Comfort controls in the 15-foot Roamers include Walk-Thru® tempered glass windshield, topside-aft canvas, tonneau cover and center console curtain installed.

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Duo Roamer 14 Boat With Unique Pagewrapper-Around and Walk-Thru® Windsheld.

DUO Roamer 14 Boats (1973)

The 14-foot DUO Roamer features a unique Wrapperaround, Walk-Thru® windshield and forward storage compartments.

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Duo Ranger 15 Shown With Optional Two-Tone Hull.

DUO Ranger 15 Boats (1973)

If you're conscious of a dollar value, you'll appreciate the '73 Ranger 15-footer. More spirit for water-sports enthusiasts.

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Duo Ranger 17 Shown With Optional Twp-Tone Hull.

DUO Ranger 17 Boats (1973)

If you're conscious of a dollar value, you'll appreciate the '73 Rangers -- 15-foot and 17-foot. The Ranger series offers more. More spirit for water-sports enthusiasts …

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1973 Duo Sprint - a Class a Boat for the Beginner.

DUO Sprint Beginner Boats (1973)

So you're not an experienced boater. In fact, you're just getting your feet wet. Well, Sprint has everything you need to get yourself or your teenager started in the world of boating.

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Young Couple Sailing in a 1973 Sprite Daysailer from Duo.

DUO Sprite Sailboats (1973)

The 1973 Duo Sprite Sailboat - Daysailer - lthe Sprite's unique tunnel hull makes her easy enough for a beginner to handle but spirited enough for an old salt to love.

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The Unique Tri-Vee Hull by Duo for Their 1973 Boats.

DUO Tri-Vee Hull (1973)

There's nothing ordinary about Duo's Tri Vee hull. First of all, the Duo V is a true deep V, which means you get a softer ride in choppy water or long swells.

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Standard Equipment - Duo Deluxe Boats (1973)

Standard Equipment - Duo Deluxe Boats (1973)

The Duo Deluxe Boats for 1973 have standard equipment that simply out-classes anything else on the market. It's what makes Duo a luxury boat.

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Ask someone who owns a Duo. Find out why Duo is for those people who know a little more about boats.

 

DUO Boat Specifications

 

Duo Boat Specifications Table for 1973 and Duo Warranty.

Duo Boat Specifications Table for 1973 and Duo Warranty. Duo 1973 Catalog. GGA Image ID # 23d0ad330c

 

NOTE:
X indicates Standard Equipment. Duo reserves the right to change all prices, illustrations.
0 indicates optional and specifications without notice or obligation.

 

Duo Warranty

All Duo boats are warranted for a period of twelve months from the date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship, and boats will be repaired at the factory at no charge during the warranty period.

Duo will repair all defects falling within the above warranty free of labor and materials charges if the boat is returned to the factory during the warranty period. Freight charges to and from the factory shall be borne by the boat owner. not Duo. This warranty applies only to the original owner of a Duo boat.

The judgement of our factory trained experts is final as to the extent of liability. Any repair made as a result of an accident, neglect, alteration, or abuse will be made at a charge to the owner.

OTHER THAN AS HEREIN STATED DUO MAKES NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF.

 

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