BIG SKY

2003 Commercial Parasail Vessel

Custom built by O.C. Parasail Inc.
Repowered 2022 with Volvo Penta D6-380 | Full Parasail Package Included | Turn-Key Operation

Overview

Proven commercial parasail platform with major recent upgrades. Originally constructed by O.C. Parasail Inc., BIG SKY has been extensively updated and is fully equipped for immediate commercial service.

In 2022, the vessel was repowered with a Volvo Penta D6-380 diesel paired to a DPI sterndrive, delivering strong torque, fuel efficiency, and dependable performance. The parasail system and sails were replaced in 2022, and the vessel was professionally repainted in Alexseal Matterhorn White the same year.

This is a complete, revenue-ready package including sails, bars, harnesses, safety gear, trailer, and spare prop set.

Key Specifications

• Weight: 6,500 lbs

• Draft: 16" (drive up) / 32" (drive down)

• Fuel Capacity: 120 gallons diesel

• Engine: 2022 Volvo Penta D6-380A (approx. 1,063 hrs)

• Drive: Volvo Penta DPI-A sterndrive

• Steering: Digital over hydraulic

• Trailer: Tandem axle, leaf spring, aluminum I-beam frame

Hull & Construction

• FRP hull bottom with cored topsides

• Cored FRP transom

• Cored FRP stringers & bulkheads (FRP tabbed)

• Overlapping hull-to-deck joint

• Alexseal Matterhorn White repaint (May 2022)

• Stainless bow & stern eyes

• FRP swim platform (thru-bolted)

• Rubber rub rail with stainless insert

• Clean, well-maintained bilges

Deck & Layout

Purpose-built parasail configuration with efficient passenger flow and ample seating.

• Wrap-around bench seating with storage

• Snap-on cushions & bolsters

• Aft deck foam padding

• Aluminum-framed buggy top

• Side-console helm with storage

• Leaning post helm seat

• Five stainless retractable cleats

• Stainless wrap-around bow rail

• Anchor locker with Danforth anchor

• 150' rode (chain & ¾" nylon)

• Fenders & dock lines included

Propulsion & Mechanical

• Volvo Penta D6-380A diesel (2022)

• DPI-A sterndrive

• Electronic Vessel Control (EVC)

• Closed cooling with raw-water heat exchanger

• Hydraulic trim system

• Volvo power steering

• Racor 900 fuel/water separator

• 120-gallon aluminum fuel tank

Electrical & Electronics

• (2) Group 27 batteries (03/2025)

• Blue Sea battery switches

• Volvo engine display

• Kicker marine stereo & speakers

• USB charging outlets

• Navigation lights

Parasail System (New 2022)

Complete shaft-driven hydraulic parasail system featuring:

• Custom Chutes stainless winch

• Aluminum parasail mast (thru-bolted)

• 12-gallon stainless hydraulic reservoir

• Mechanical helm control

• Automatic pressure-actuated emergency brake

Included Parasail Equipment

• Low Wind Sail (LP-600)

• Mid Wind Sail (MP-500)

• Triple Passenger Bar

• Harnesses:

  • 2 XS

  • 3 S

  • 4 M

  • 3 L

  • 2 XL

• Harness Caddy

• Para-Snail

• Chute Wrangler

Safety Equipment

• (8) Type I PFDs

• Assorted Type III vests

• Type IV throwable

• (2) Fire extinguishers

• USCG placards posted

Additional Equipment

• Spare propeller set (new in box)

• Tandem aluminum I-beam trailer included

Summary

Well-maintained, recently repowered commercial parasail vessel with updated sails, hydraulic system, fresh paint, and complete operational inventory. Ideal opportunity for operators seeking a dependable, turn-key platform ready for the upcoming season.