Looking for a used boat to replace my ’77 Correct Craft. Current options I am considering based on price are 80’s Correct Craft 2001 Nautiques, an early 80’s Supra Rider, and a mid 80’s Barefoot Nautique. <BR> <BR>Here is what I consider the advantages and disadvantages of each: <BR> <BR> <BR> <BR>2001 Nautiques <BR> <BR>Advantages: decent slalom wake when un-weighted at slalom speeds, decent board wake with fat sacs at slower board speeds. Correct Craft quality. <BR> <BR>Disadvantages: no open bow, flatter bottom at rear means rougher ride, single axle trailer with no brakes. <BR> <BR> <BR> <BR>’83 Supra Rider <BR> <BR>Advantages: open bow, 454 big block power, good boarding wake, not sure about slalom wake, better rough water ride, tandem trailer with brakes <BR> <BR>Disadvantages: not a Nautique, 454 big block fuel consumption <BR> <BR> <BR> <BR>’85 Barefoot Nautique <BR> <BR>Advantages: good boarding wake at lower speeds with weight, decent ski wake at higher speeds, 454 big block power, v hull through transom for better ride in choppy water. <BR> <BR>Disadvantages: no open bow, 454 big block fuel consumption, single axle trailer with no brakes. <BR> <BR> <BR> <BR>The wake information noted above is largely on what I’ve read and not actual experience. Any input based on actual experience would be great. Any other criteria I should consider? Any other boats I should consider?

I just recently got rid of my '77 Correct Craft American Skier. While it had a pretty decent wake when sac'd out, it in no way compares to what I have now. <BR> <BR>I got an '83 2001 a couple of weeks ago, and let me say, the wake is sick. Much much better ramp than the '77, and alot more stable when weighted. <BR> <BR>Suprisingly, I think my old boat could fit inside the 2001. As far as open bow goes, unless you have a tower, the front usually wouldn't get used because of the pylon support wire. <BR> <BR>It also does pretty well in rough water. It tackled crossing over a SAN's wake (to keep in the ski line) pretty well. Unless your ready to step up to a newer sport or super sport nautique, I would say get a 2001. The resale on these boats will be way better than the old Supras. <BR> <BR>Correct Craft Nautiques for life!!

Here is a pic of brandons wake. This only has 2 250lbs of water in it. Its pretty sick if you cant tell. <BR> <BR><img src="http://www.wakeworld.com/MB/Discus/messages/65921/231134.jpg" alt="">

You could buy my 02 Tige 20V too<img src="http://www.wakeworld.com/MB/Discus/clipart/biggrin.gif" border=0>