The New 'Bu Has Arrived - Come Ride It Tomorrow

(wakeworld) · (wakeworld) **Join Date: Jan 1997** 06-15-2005, 12:56 PM

Well, I finally got my hands on the Official Boat of WakeWorld, a shiny new 2006 Malibu Wakesetter VLX. I'll be hitting San V tomorrow morning if you'd like to join us for the maiden voyage!

(deltagrubber) · (deltagrubber) **Join Date: Nov 2003** 06-15-2005, 1:04 PM

Niccce! Good job David, you should be proud to show off that bad boy!!!

(guido) · (guido) **Join Date: Jul 2002** 06-15-2005, 1:22 PM

Hey, I saw that exact same boat at Don Pedro a couple months ago

(jarrod) · (jarrod) **Join Date: May 2003** 06-15-2005, 1:23 PM

I think you mean this one?

(jarrod) · (jarrod) **Join Date: May 2003** 06-15-2005, 1:24 PM

Sick boat Dave. That is the sickest VLX I have seen.

(mike_gilbert) · (mike_gilbert) **Join Date: Sep 2004** 06-15-2005, 1:27 PM

That boat is neato Dave!

(wakeworld) · (wakeworld) **Join Date: Jan 1997** 06-15-2005, 1:45 PM

Yup, same boat. In fact, that pic I posted is from the Don Pedro catalog shoot. I haven't taken any of my own yet.

(jeffr) · (jeffr) **Join Date: May 2002** 06-15-2005, 1:45 PM

Guess that means you sold your old boat then.

Nothing like X-mas in June. Congrats on your new boat Dave!
I think you are the first owner of an 06 I have heard of…. We will be expecting a thorough review and detailed breakdown on the differenced between the 2006 and 2005.

Enjoy your new BU.

(antbug) · (antbug) **Join Date: Jul 2004** 06-15-2005, 2:03 PM

very nice Dave. I wish I didn't have to work tomorrow.

(kingskrew) · (kingskrew) **Join Date: May 2004** 06-15-2005, 2:39 PM

Beautiful boat Dave!! Geoff Howell and I had talked but not confirmed about going out to San V tomorrow too. Maybe we'll see you out there!

-Steve

(blabel) · (blabel) **Join Date: Jul 2001** 06-15-2005, 3:39 PM

Here's a pic of it in his driveway. Not sure what the facial expression is all about but it sure looks like Gramps' arse likes the gel coat! Too bad I can't go tomorrow, I want to see the wake!!

I'd have to say this is one sweet boat.

(jarrod) · (jarrod) **Join Date: May 2003** 06-15-2005, 5:29 PM

What a pimp. TWO Malibus in the drive way.

walt 06-15-2005, 5:51 PM

That boat looks really familiar.

Very nice Dave and congrats.

(crracer) · (crracer) **Join Date: Nov 2003** 06-15-2005, 6:22 PM

Congrats Dave, you should let the kids get in and pudding wrestle just to get the interior thing out of the way.... I've seen blake take down some doritos in a way that would have the toughest carpet screaming. "That thing look awesome, probably the sickest boat ever GOSH...it's... amazing! (in my best Napolean Dynamite voice) I'm at medic school tomorrow but this weekend I'll be out early Sat am wanna come for a set behind the MC?

gruelie 06-15-2005, 6:25 PM

I wish I could come ride with you tomorrow but it would be a long trip and i can't afford the gas. Congrats.

(wakestar8878) · (wakestar8878) **Join Date: Oct 2003** 06-15-2005, 6:46 PM

Congrats Dave, she's a bueat!

(socalwakepunk) · (socalwakepunk) **Join Date: Dec 2002** 06-15-2005, 7:03 PM

Gonna be very popular with the bumblebees, as well as the wakeboarders!

Well done, Dave!

Gramps looks too happy, must be good for the arse too.

(Message edited by socalwakepunk on June 15, 2005)

(wakeworld) · (wakeworld) **Join Date: Jan 1997** 06-15-2005, 7:22 PM

Don't get me started Mr. Largent!!

(greatdane) · (greatdane) **Join Date: Feb 2001** 06-15-2005, 7:46 PM

Got to say... that boat looks hot! Even the tower looks hot!

Please let me know if you dig the tower/bimini after using it for a while.

And, I am sure we will get reports on the wake.

Congrats!

(leykis1o1) · (leykis1o1) **Join Date: May 2005** 06-15-2005, 7:53 PM

i dont like the tower

drewsky24 06-15-2005, 8:12 PM

That 'Bu is FLIPPIN SWEET!!!!

(big_ed_x2) · (big_ed_x2) **Join Date: Jul 2004** 06-15-2005, 8:21 PM

Do you still need some riders?

(colorider) · (colorider) **Join Date: Jun 2001** 06-15-2005, 8:22 PM

Well, it was new for a while before Aki smeared his rump all over the side. Better get out the buffer. Looks great,

akman 06-15-2005, 9:09 PM

Dave, Congrats on the new ride.........I must say pictures don't do it justice. The interior is freakin huge, the lockers are nice and big, the dash is well done, swivel drivers seat is nice, stainless cup holders, the stereo rocks......the list goes on and on.

I said "Dave lets sack her down and take a set" Dave responds "I want to see what the wake is like with just the wedge and stock ballast" I was like.......SISSY!!!

I was trying the "polish a dull spot" with my "booty"

Congrats again!

(blabel) · (blabel) **Join Date: Jul 2001** 06-15-2005, 9:16 PM

That's true. I told him an extra 3500 pounds or so should do the trick!

(greatdane) · (greatdane) **Join Date: Feb 2001** 06-15-2005, 9:21 PM

Is that the same boat as the 2005 VLX on the MALIBU website?

Overall Length 21.5'
Beam 98"
Draft 24"
Seating Capacity 11 persons
Weight 3600
Fuel Capacity 46 gallons
Hull V25 Wake
Standard HP 320
Max HP 400
Propeller 13.5x16
M.S.R.P. $45800

(thane_dogg) · (thane_dogg) **Join Date: Jun 2002** 06-15-2005, 10:05 PM

Hey Ryan, who let you on this site?

Sick ride Dave. Too bad I have to work tomorrow.

(goochy) · (goochy) **Join Date: Feb 2002** 06-16-2005, 4:09 AM

POST more pics PLEASE !!!!! whats different on 2006 ??? Thanks inside pics too PLEASE !!!

(Message edited by goochy on June 16, 2005)

(big_xstar) · (big_xstar) **Join Date: Nov 2004** 06-16-2005, 7:15 AM

Very nice Dave!!!! Cant wait to see it in person..Let us know how the wake is, but I am sure its gonna be SWEET!!!
Wish I could have been there 2day, but here I am at work, working.. well kinda working..LOL
See ya soon. Congrats again..

(fbroen) · (fbroen) **Join Date: Apr 2002** 06-16-2005, 10:06 AM

Gramp's booty wasn't performing the same fragrance initiation ritual it was to Melissa's new truck in South Beach, was it?

Nice looking boat! I was floored by the huge size of the interior in those new VLXs when I first saw one...

(tyler97217) · (tyler97217) **Join Date: Aug 2004** 06-16-2005, 10:35 AM

Very sweet!!! did you sell your other yet?

(kingskrew) · (kingskrew) **Join Date: May 2004** 06-16-2005, 2:32 PM

Dave, you are the man! Your new boat is absolutely beautiful. Thanks for the pulls on the maiden voyage, despite a few... 'issues'... we all had a great time. Can't wait to get back out there!!! Here are some pics:

(kingskrew) · (kingskrew) **Join Date: May 2004** 06-16-2005, 2:40 PM

Dave representin':

This morning's crew:

The blade in all it's glory:

Interior, looks killer in person:

How could you not have a grin on your face?!?

Sorry, no zoom on this camera, Dave W making me look bad:

New boardrack position for the 2006 malibus:

(wakeworld) · (wakeworld) **Join Date: Jan 1997** 06-16-2005, 2:42 PM

Yeah, it was great. Thanks for coming out and tuning the stereo (among other things). Here are some more pics: http://www.wakeworld.com/MB/Discus/messages/1/235096.html

(kingskrew) · (kingskrew) **Join Date: May 2004** 06-16-2005, 2:45 PM

Thanks again Dave. I had a blast hanging out with you and the crew, made even better by the addition of an amazing new boat. See you on the water!!!!!!!!!

supermangan 06-16-2005, 9:26 PM

that boat is beautiful. wish i had money.niice.

(buzz_grande) · (buzz_grande) **Join Date: Mar 2004** 06-18-2005, 9:30 AM

Beautiful boat Dave!! I was out of town, or I would have come out and brought the Champagne bottle to christen (sp) it with. Can't wait to see it! CONGRATS!!