KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – June 9, 2008 – It’s clear that boaters aren’t going to let these stressful economic times keep them landlocked this summer. At least that seems to be the marine case if early boat registration numbers for Sea Ray’s third annual AquaPalooza are any indication. As of the end of the day on June 8, the multi-location marine extravaganza had achieved an astounding 352-percent increase in boat boat registration and a 395-percent increase in guest registration over last year’s numbers.
Here’s a bottom-line breakdown of the actual figures:

In 2006, there were 442 boat and 1,785 guest registrations by June 8.
In 2007, there were 1,048 boat and 4,732 guest registrations by June 8.
In 2008, there were 4,502 boat and 22,277 guest registrations by June 8.

“I’m almost speechless,” said Rick Stone, president of Sea Ray. “This just goes to show that now more than ever people want to get away from the stresses of life and take to the water with family and friends. And that’s what our AquaPalooza is all about. The event is Sea Ray inspired, but really it’s all-inclusive, and everyone is welcome. It’s a testament to the boating lifestyle.”

Attendees can visit the AquaPalooza Website at www.aquapalooza.com or call 800-SRBOATS to see what fun events may be in their own backyard.