Used Boat Choices

(shortman) · (shortman) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 01-29-2006, 2:54 PM

O.K. all, I've read all of the this boat vs that threads. I'm a beginner wakeboarder with a family of four. I want to move from my I/O into a "crossover" boat on a budget. My choices have boiled down to 99-01 Wakesetter VLX, TIGE 21V, or 01-02 Mobius LSV, all equally equipped(PP, ballast, tower, racks..). Without starting another boat bashing thread, could those of you who know offer your advice. Thanks in advance.

(mbrown) · (mbrown) **Join Date: May 2005** 01-29-2006, 4:37 PM

That year, the Wakesetter is pretty nice to ski behind. However, I would ride behind all of them before deciding and pick the one that fits your riding/skiing.

(jzd) · (jzd) **Join Date: Jul 2005** 01-29-2006, 5:00 PM

Hey Mike, do you mean crossover as in slalom/wakeboard ?

(shortman) · (shortman) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 01-29-2006, 5:05 PM

Kids are into everything(skiing,kneeboards),so I'd like to be able to cut the wake down. I'm the only one who slaloms, but I prefer to wakeboard. Just want something roomy and versatile, time to improve my boarding.

(jzd) · (jzd) **Join Date: Jul 2005** 01-29-2006, 5:19 PM

I still Slalom,and Barefoot don't think I'll stop any time soon.I went out on a Moomba a couple of months ago, the wake was decent for us non pro's.Once he sped up it laid down enough to slalom & enjoy yourself.Personaly speaking I'll be looking to buy one late this year. Jerry

(shortman) · (shortman) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 01-29-2006, 5:25 PM

There's a nice lsv for sale in your area now.

(jzd) · (jzd) **Join Date: Jul 2005** 01-29-2006, 5:34 PM

Todd's boat is pretty sweet,I'm selling some toys to buy one cash.I don't like payments,sounds silly but I like to own my toys.

(shortman) · (shortman) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 01-29-2006, 5:45 PM

Can't blame you for that. What did you think about the low gunwhales/seat height? I was in one a few months ago as well, felt like I was sitting on the floor. Otherwise I liked it.

(jzd) · (jzd) **Join Date: Jul 2005** 01-29-2006, 6:31 PM

I agree,I went to the boat show yesterday & forgot to look to see what if anything could be done.Try to get Slalom & Wakeboard pulls behind the boat you decide on before you buy.I don't know how old your kids are but if they are real young you may not want a LARGE wake.

(jzd) · (jzd) **Join Date: Jul 2005** 01-29-2006, 6:39 PM

http://www.wakesiderides.com/rides/index.php?page=out&id=1483 This ones TOO DANG FAR figures he only wants 20 for it

(shortman) · (shortman) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 01-29-2006, 6:56 PM

It's only 8 hrs from me. But, he lists it as a V-drive, it's a DD. Thanks for the input.

(shortman) · (shortman) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 01-30-2006, 10:11 AM

Not many opinions out there???

(rich_g) · (rich_g) **Join Date: May 2003** 01-30-2006, 11:03 AM

Of the 3 boats you listed, the only one I've slalomed behind is a 2001 VLX. My friend had one and they used it as a family, multisport boat more than a hardcore wakeboard boat. I thought it had a good recreational slalom wake at 30 and above. I've got a 98 Elite-V, and the slalom wake is comparable to mine, but his was maybe just a tad softer. The unweighted wake was fine for tubing, skiing, etc. Obviously, with wedge and weight, you can make a great wake when you want it. His did not have the wedge.

(shortman) · (shortman) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 01-30-2006, 2:20 PM

Boarding wake is more important to me than slalom wake. I guess I mad a mistake using the term "crossover". I really want something that has a mild-esh wake for the kids activities, and a board wake that is good enough to progress on. I don't want to buy a wake specific boat in a year because we outgrow the wake. Sounds like I'm on the right track.

malibu36 01-30-2006, 2:23 PM

mike- i have a 2000 malibu sunsetter up for sale. check it out: http://www.wakeworld.com/MB/Discus/messages/8/279567.html?1138030342

(shortman) · (shortman) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 01-30-2006, 6:05 PM

Todd, nice boat. I'm really looking for a V Drive though.

(shortman) · (shortman) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 01-31-2006, 12:05 PM

Anybody else?

(psudy) · (psudy) **Join Date: Dec 2003** 01-31-2006, 12:17 PM

Old X-Star/X2. AWSA approved hull(in DD form)in a V/Drive. I run the course all the time with ours.

(iagainsti) · (iagainsti) **Join Date: Apr 2004** 01-31-2006, 1:39 PM

I agree with Psudy. I have an 01 xstar/X2/now X1 and with no ballast it has a great ski wake for a v-drive

(stepintoliquid)

The old Mastercraft 205V/ X-2 / X-Star / X-1 (2006) is the way to go for a crossover boat with a great wakeboarding wake. My father runs the slalom course with it, and I weight it down and ride behind it. This boat has proven itself time and time again.

(shortman) · (shortman) **Join Date: Jan 2006** 02-01-2006, 6:16 PM

Haven't looked at many of those. Most I've seen are a little over my budget. I'll do some more checking. Thanks for the input.