X25, X35 or X45...best one for surf?

Originally Posted by ktrent

Can't say for 25 or 35 other than dealer says 25 but the 45 sucks. My buddy had a 45 and we worked with it for 2 seasons and never got the wave close to my VLX. Plus the wakeboad wake sucks too. Now if you just want to pomp around and look cool go for the 45. My guess is the 35 would be close to 25 with proper weighting. And also a birdy told me the new star would not be the 25 its going to be longer. I hear around 24 feet.

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Wow, I am surprised. I haven't heard anyone say the 45 was not good. I am assuming over that period of 2 seasons you guys used different ballast variations, sacs, etc. I really want the best wake for surfing, that is my main goal.

Originally Posted by MuskokaJ

I really want the best wake for surfing, that is my main goal.

Then you should not be looking a MC, IMO. If I was going to spend $85K and wanted to surf. I would be buying a bu 247/Enzo 240/Tige RZ4

Originally Posted by lakesurfer

Then you should not be looking a MC, IMO. If I was going to spend $85K and wanted to surf. I would be buying a bu 247/Enzo 240/Tige RZ4

I know, but I'm just not a fan of Centurion or Tige boats. I really like the fit and finish of Mastercraft boats. And given that the boat will also be used for just general recreation with family and friends, we will be spending a lot of time in it. I looked closely at the Centurion and Tige boats and just couldn't get into them.

Dont forget about the Supreme V226.

http://www.boattrader.com/listing/20...eries-98427921

Originally Posted by MuskokaJ

I know, but I'm just not a fan of Centurion or Tige boats. I really like the fit and finish of Mastercraft boats. And given that the boat will also be used for just general recreation with family and friends, we will be spending a lot of time in it. I looked closely at the Centurion and Tige boats and just couldn't get into them.

I have a Centurion Avy now. But if I was going to spend $85K it would be on a SAN 230/Bu 247/X25. All can produce great surf wakes when set up correctly. I really like the X25 (the hull reminds me of an Avy/Enzo). My biggest problem with MC is the dash (cant stand all of the metal) and the MC price. Even in today's world of absurd boat prices, MC takes the cake. Seriously, $85K for a 22ft boat.

Originally Posted by lakesurfer

I have a Centurion Avy now. But if I was going to spend $85K it would be on a SAN 230/Bu 247/X25. All can produce great surf wakes when set up correctly. I really like the X25 (the hull reminds me of an Avy/Enzo). My biggest problem with MC is the dash (cant stand all of the metal) and the MC price. Even in today's world of absurd boat prices, MC takes the cake. Seriously, $85K for a 22ft boat.

That's true, the prices really are a little ridiculous. As for the metal on the dash of the X-series boats, I agree, which is why I currently own the 200v, which is essentially the X-2 without all the "hoopla". Instead of metal there is really nice woodgrain finishes. The overall look is more "grown up". If I were to order the X25, it would be in the 225v form, without all the metal, decals, etc.

Originally Posted by MuskokaJ

If I were to order the X25, it would be in the 225v form, without all the metal, decals, etc.

Now that would be a slick boat. The X25 is probably my favorite boat (ignoring price). My 1st boat was a MC Prostar 205 and it was rock solid. My only other concern is that MC is going to its own engine. Who is going to service it if your dealer is not around.

here is a pic of the one I would buy if $ was not a consideration.

Originally Posted by lakesurfer

Now that would be a slick boat. The X25 is probably my favorite boat (ignoring price). My 1st boat was a MC Prostar 205 and it was rock solid. My only other concern is that MC is going to its own engine. Who is going to service it if your dealer is not around.

here is a pic of the one I would buy if $ was not a consideration.

Nice boat! I'm not too concerned about the engine issue, Ilmor builds a great product. I have the Ilmor 5.7 in my 200v, and it is a nice package.