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2026 Yamaha CrossWave Buyer’s Guide for Port Richey & Tampa Bay

Jan. 28 2026 News By Broward Motorsports Port Richey

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The World’s First Walkaround Jet Ski: Built for the Gulf Coast

If you’ve ever wished your jet ski could do more—more space, more stability, more versatility—the 2026 Yamaha CrossWave is the machine you’ve been waiting for.

This isn’t just another personal watercraft. The CrossWave introduces a completely new category, combining the agility of a WaveRunner with the utility of a compact deck boat. With its full 360° walkaround deck, fishing-ready layout, and standard custom trailer included, the CrossWave is purpose-built for Gulf Coast exploration, scalloping runs, and Anclote Key days.

If you ride the waters around Port Richey, the Anclote River, Hudson, and Tampa Bay, this guide will show you exactly why the CrossWave is the ultimate "do-it-all" machine.

What Is the Yamaha CrossWave?

The Yamaha CrossWave is the first-ever walkaround personal watercraft—designed to let riders move freely around the entire deck while offering boat-like stability.

Instead of the traditional sit-down layout, the CrossWave delivers:

  • Full Walkaround Deck: Safe movement for fishing or handling lines.

  • Flat Utility Platform: Ideal for casting, snorkeling, or gearing up for a dive.

  • Modular Seating: Converts from a 4-passenger cruiser to an open-deck fishing machine.

  • Massive Storage: 82 gallons of capacity for gear-heavy adventures.

Why It’s Perfect for Port Richey & The Nature Coast

Riding the Gulf Coast is different from inland lakes. You deal with open-water chop, shifting tides, shallow flats, and sea grass. The CrossWave was practically designed for Pasco and Pinellas County waters.

The "Scalloping Machine"

For riders in Port Richey and Hudson, scalloping season is huge. The CrossWave’s low freeboard and walkaround deck make it superior to traditional boats for hopping in and out of the water. No climbing over high gunwales or struggling with tiny swim steps.

Handling the Flats

  • Yamaha Clean-Out Port: Essential for our grass flats. If you suck up sea grass near Anclote, you can clear the pump from the deck—no swimming required.

  • Shallow Draft: Get into skinny water where larger center consoles can't go.

Walkaround Deck – A Game-Changer

The heart of the CrossWave is its 13-foot walkaround deck platform.

  • For Anglers: Follow a fish 360 degrees around the boat without obstruction.

  • For Families: Safely step around the craft to check on kids or handle the anchor.

  • For Sandbars: Step directly off the side onto the sand at Anclote Key without getting wet.

Performance & Tech: The Simrad Advantage

Despite its size, the CrossWave delivers the reliability Yamaha is famous for.

  • Engine: 1.9L High Output Yamaha Marine Engine (~180 HP).

  • Top Speed: ~55 MPH (plenty for Gulf crossing).

  • Tech Standard: Comes equipped with a Simrad NSX touchscreen fishfinder/chartplotter AND the Yamaha Connext touchscreen. You have full navigation right out of the box.

2026 Yamaha CrossWave Price & Value

MSRP: $29,999 (Includes Custom Trailer) While the price tag is higher than a standard PWC, it replaces multiple vessels:

  1. A Jet Ski

  2. A Fishing Skiff

  3. A Sandbar Cruiser

Plus, the custom-fit trailer is included in the MSRP, saving you thousands compared to buying a boat and trailer separately.

Why Buy from Broward Motorsports Port Richey?

As Tampa Bay’s premier Yamaha dealer, we don't just sell units; we set them up for the Gulf.

  • Local Expertise: We know the waters from Tarpon Springs to Hernando Beach.

  • Custom Rigging: We can install your trolling motors, shallow water anchors, and upgraded audio before you leave the lot.

  • Service: Factory-certified Yamaha technicians who understand the CrossWave's unique systems.