I had one for the past two years, a 1998 Sport Bowrider. Sold it last July. The wake had absolutely no pop whatsoever. I ended up selling it to my brother, and occasionally I still ride behind it. I've had as much as 600lbs on each side of engine, 300lbs in back, and 350lbs in bow. It was scary to drive because it sat really low in the water and you have to be really careful not to dip the bow. It is still a good boat to learn. You just have to work a little harder to clear the wake.