The Dual Console series of boats by Pursuit Boats is an increasingly popular choice for boat buyers who want a boat with weather protection, loads of socializing space and a cockpit that is ready for fishing or cruising.
In celebration of this iconic series of boats, the Dual Console series is being renamed Denali. Here's everything you need to know about this evolution and what it means for you.
What is Denali? A History Lesson
Denali is a name with deep roots at Pursuit Boats. It originally appeared on a line of walk-around cuddy cabin models. These boats were actually some of the first boats ever built at our Fort Pierce facility.
We dug out the original brochures to share with you, because they are a real trip down memory lane. Check out this one for the Denali 24, for example:
What a stunning boat.
Look closely and you will see how the original Denali range continues to influence our Dual Console boats today. For example, you've got the big wrap-around windscreen, a large cockpit, generous seating and comfortable accommodation.
And all of that was packed into a boat that really could do it all. Look at the text - we called it the 'SUV of the sea'. And we meant it, too.
It didn't take long for buyers to fall in love with everything that the Denali range represented.
Customer Reception
The Denali line proved to be such a hit that the series enjoyed a hugely successfully production run from 1984 - 2007.
In the background, the series gained a strong, passionate customer base who enjoyed the boats' versatility, craftsmanship and generally their innovation.
And if you listen to our customers today, you will still hear them say the same things about modern Pursuit Boats, across all the Pursuit models. They will tell you that no matter what Pursuit you buy, you are getting a high-quality boat built around timeless lines, manufactured to the latest standards and perfect for almost anything you choose to do with it. Whether you prefer saltwater fishing, day cruising, overnight cruising (especially our larger models with their spectacular accommodation), or even freshwater fishing, you can rest assured that your boat will get you there and bring you home safely.
Reconnecting with Our Heritage
For our 2027 model year, we are taking the Dual Console series back to its roots.
We are bringing back Denali.
That doesn't mean we're bringing inboard engines and cuddy cabins back.
What it means is the Dual Console series will now be named the Denali range.
What can you expect from Denali?
More of everything you love about Pursuit Boats. More of all the things that make Pursuit Boats some of the best boats on the water. More of the features, design elements and manufacturing techniques that our customers love about our Dual Consoles, and which made Denali undeniably popular and cemented it as a household name in the industry.
Celebrating 50 years of Pursuit
As Pursuit Boats celebrates its 50th anniversary, the return of the Denali name represents more than a rebrand—it reflects our commitment to honoring our heritage while continuing to evolve for the future. Inspired by a name that helped shape our history, Denali carries forward the craftsmanship, innovation, and versatility that have defined Pursuit for generations.Whether you're discovering Denali for the first time or remembering the original models, we invite you to explore the next chapter of the Pursuit story. Follow Pursuit Boats for the latest news, model updates, and everything ahead as we celebrate 50 years on the water.
We hope that you are as excited about Denali as we are. Be sure to follow us on Facebook to stay updated with the latest from Pursuit Boats and our Denali branding campaign.