Gekko is a small manufacturer. I have sold lots of boats to wakeboarders that are getting into the sport and they all enjoy them very much. With any boat you have to add weight if you want a decent wake.
I have found that the GT series with a Launch Pad on each side of the engine produces the same size wake as a Malibu Response with the same weight but the Gekko has more transition to it(personal preference).
The Revo v-drive boat with an 1100lbs ballast system in the rear, the wake is great. I was the first dealer to switch out the small hard tanks for 2 Launch Pads and now they will come built with the Pads. The wake isn't as big as a Nautique or Calabria but you won't be disappointed.
Mark Overbye lives right by you. Give him a call. He'd be happy to take you out in one. 612-226-6900.
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