Centurion’s all-new Fe22 was designed and developed to be more affordable while still ­offering the wakesurfing and wakeboarding performance for which Centurion has become famous.

Centurion markets the Fe22 with a Surf Ready package that offers a lot of performance technologies and creature comforts, with an advertised price of $139,995. This consists of Centurion’s QuickSurf Pro system, Ramfill 2 ballast system (plus extra ballast, for a total of 4,350 pounds), a Roswell Battle Advance tower with board racks and Bimini top, and more. The Fe22’s angular style lines and signature badging give it a look that fits right in with its Centurion siblings. It also inherits the acclaimed Opti-V Hull—a deep-V-shaped design that creates added water displacement and a smoother, more comfortable ride in windblown chop.

What makes the Fe22 unique as a price-point model in the ­Centurion line is that you don’t immediately see it or feel it upon stepping inside, and you definitely don’t notice it when it comes to the wakesurfing performance. While many other entry-level boats can feel like stripped-down versions of preexisting models or molds (and they often are), the Fe22 does not. Like other Centurion models, it features a comfortable, sturdy Spradling vinyl interior with plenty of padding both in the seats and bolsters. The only knock might be the lack of a reversible rear seat for better watching the action on the water. It’s common in many V-drives at all price points but is by no means a deal-breaker for the Fe22. Flooring throughout is GatorStep, and even the storage areas underneath the seats are Rhino-lined, giving this boat a nice, finished feel, even in the unseen areas. The ­22-footer is rated for 13 passengers and has a listed dry weight of 5,100 pounds, so add in some friends and the 4,350 pounds of ballast, and you’re ready to create serious wakes and waves for riders of all levels.

The QuickSurf Pro, Ramfill and ballast systems are all easily controlled from the large touchscreen at the helm. While other ­Centurion models feature dual side-by-side touchscreens, the Fe22 is limited to the single, but it doesn’t take away from any functionality or aesthetics. QuickSurf Pro features port and starboard plates mounted at the transom for surfing either side (and quickly being able to switch on the fly), while the center-mounted plate helps adjust the characteristics of the wakes and waves. The ability to fine-tune waves through ballast and plate adjustments means the Fe22 is capable of serving ­mellow waves for new riders or steeper, “lippier” ones preferred by advanced riders. At 22 feet, the Fe22 is easier to displace than its bigger Centurion siblings, and with all that ballast, it quickly kicks out pro-level wakes and waves.

The captain is treated to a swiveling ­Cobra Racing seat that is as comfortable as it is stylish. To the left of the steering wheel there is a stereo head unit and a wireless phone-charger cradle. Behind the steering wheel are dual paddle-shifter controls, which control the center wake plate and the speed control for on-the-fly adjustments. An all-new windshield designed to flow with the lines of the Fe22 wraps the cockpit in style. In the floor of the walk-through is a convenient built-in cooler, and above is a hatch to a trash bin integrated into the storage behind the OB seat. The Roswell tower integrates seamlessly with the boat, and comes in white or black colorways, with side panels that can be upgraded to a custom color of your choosing. With the Surf Ready package, the tower is equipped with two WetSounds speakers, which complement the seven additional speakers (including a subwoofer) throughout the interior.

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For power, a 6L 409 hp PCM Crusader comes standard, and provides plenty of giddy-up to get on plane, especially when the QuickLaunch system is engaged, which utilizes the surf plates to assist with planing while making bow rise almost nonexistent. Accessing the swim platform is both easy and convenient, thanks to a transom walk-through and a step pad built into the rear bench. This keeps foot traffic off the upholstery—always a plus. At the transom, a large rear locker conveniently stows several boards and all the requisite gear, but it also is upgradable to hold additional ballast.

In terms of shopping, buyers will want to look at the Moomba Craz ($116,300 well-equipped), a fellow 22-footer with a lot of similar specs and options, including 4,500 pounds of ballast and a 70-gallon tank. The Craz also offers a passenger rating of 16.

As buyers in the watersports market have become inundated with bigger boats with price tags to match, it’s refreshing for Centurion to create the Fe22 with the sole purpose of making it more affordable relative to the market while still delivering great performance. This model not only does that, but top to bottom, it also is a good-looking, well-built, comfortable and really fun boat. For buyers who don’t need every bell and whistle, or who don’t need anything more than 22 feet, the Fe22 should make the shortlist. 

How We Tested

• Engine: PCM Crusader 6L 409 hp
• Drive/Prop: V-drive/Acme 2829 16.5″ x 15″ 4-blade nibral
• Gear Ratio: 1.72:1 Fuel Load: 70 gal. Crew Weight: 350 lb.

High Points

• Comfort—the Fe22 feels much bigger than other similarly sized boats, plus the interior materials are top-notch.
• Ease of use—the onboard systems make getting out and riding a breeze.
• As part of the Surf Ready package, the Champ sound system, with its nine speakers, sounds great everywhere in the boat.

Low Points

• The Fe22 lacks customizable seating often found in many other V-drive wakeboats.

Pricing and Specs

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The XT line of boats from MasterCraft is one of the builder’s most popular, largely because of the many customization choices. Now MasterCraft brings back the biggest: the 25-foot XT25. Boasting room for 18, a robust 92-gallon fuel tank, and the comfort and performance for which ­MasterCraft is acclaimed, the XT25 is a must-see for buyers seeking a big V-drive watersports boat.

As mentioned, the XT line can be tweaked and adjusted to accommodate a variety of budgets and preferences. Add on nearly every option, and an XT25 comes close to the specs found in the higher-level X series. Conversely, keep the options trimmed back, and buyers can still get signature MasterCraft styling and performance while keeping the overall cost of acquisition lower. One of the biggest of those options, physically and visually, is the tower. MasterCraft offers three: the Z6, Z8 and Z10. 

The Z6—standard on all models—comes with clamping board racks and now also offers the option to upgrade to power board racks. 

The Z8 tower—an upgrade on XStar S, X and XT models—comes with options for black or silver tower legs; black, titanium or silver tubes; and silver or black clamping board racks. It also features patent-pending Hydro-Lock technology, making it one of the easiest manual towers to operate that we’ve tested.

Our test model featured the powered Z10 tower, which quickly and easily lowered at the push of a button. Clamping board racks are standard, and the oversize Bimini shade features wakesurf- and foil-board storage both above and below. Customize the Z8 and Z10 with colored inlays to add a unique look to your boat

Of course, the calling card of the XT25 is its size. With 3,200 pounds of ballast and room for 18 family and friends, the XT25 stands large and ready for you and your whole crew to have loads of fun on the water. MasterCraft’s SurfStar system, along with its included factory presets—which now include settings for beginner and advanced wake-foil riding—can have you up and riding in no time. The built-in Rapid Surf software allows for quick, intuitive adjustments to the wakesurf waves, where riders can choose from seven different settings between mellow and steep. An intuitive diagram of a wave on the display at the helm makes it even easier to ­understand how changes you make to the ­settings will affect the characteristics of the wave. It’s easy to transition from a brand-new rider to a pro, all with a couple of finger taps on the display. Riders will be stoked to find a large, clean wave that offers a great transition and tons of push; once a perfect wave is dialed in, the rider can save all the settings to their own custom preset.  

All the space aboard the XT25 leaves plenty of room for passengers and gear. Storage is ample throughout, including some cool, new webbed baskets that hang in the bays on each side of the engine—great for letting wet ropes and life jackets drip down and not get in the boat. ­MasterCraft’s upholstery is tops for comfort, with plush padding and solid stitching. The ­convertible rear bench is one of the easiest to operate in the segment—simply pull up from the top with an integrated handle and allow the bench to flip into place. The attention to detail continues with the scalloped seatbacks at the rear of the wraparound area, which add comfort and a high-end look. Opt for the CoolFeel interior, and upholstery temperatures stay lower, even on hot summer days, thanks to the high-tech vinyl used in the upholstery. In the lounge area, cellphone-holder trays are purposely placed above the inset cup holders to keep them out of the sun—and the trays can be optioned with wireless-charging capabilities. At the transom, comfy seat pads above the swim platform are standard, and flip-up backrests can be added to make it a great lounge area. The swim platform itself can also be optioned with a flip-down step, to make for much easier boarding.

Every system on board the XT25 is quickly and easily controlled from the helm, whether you opt for the dual-screen setup—featuring an 11-inch touchscreen to the captain’s right and a 12-inch display above the steering wheel—or go with the standard 7-inch touchscreen. One nice touch from MasterCraft is that even with the large touchscreen, there are still soft-touch analog switches to the side for added convenience and redundancy if ever needed.

Shop the XT25 against the Malibu 25 LSV ($207,232 starting MSRP), which has a much different look than the lines of the MasterCraft, but is a fellow 25-footer with room for 18 and lots of options.

Overall, the return of the XT25 to the ­MasterCraft line is a great option for buyers who like the look of a traditional bow, want as much room and comfort as possible, and prefer ­customizing their boat through a variety of optional upgrades. Of course, the killer endless waves and fun times on the water come ­standard.

How We Tested

• Engine: Ilmor 6.2L GDI 430 hp/470 lb.-ft. torque
• Drive/Prop: V-drive/Acme 16.5″ x 17″ 4-blade nibral
• Gear Ratio: 2:1 Fuel Load: 88 gal. Crew Weight: 370 lb.

High Points

• The XT25 is equipped with telematics, so owners can monitor the boat’s vitals and location through the MasterCraft Connect app, as well as remotely switch off the battery.
• Optional dual-screen display makes navigating the XT25’s functions a breeze.
• Klipsch audio throughout, along with four speakers on the tower, provide killer audio experience.

Low Points

• Rear-facing bench doesn’t offer multiple positions like several competitors do.

Pricing and Specs

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Supreme’s S240 satisfies most watersports boat buyer’s needs at a price notably lower than ­similar-size offerings. Supreme’s signature EZ-V hull, QuickSurf system, and 4,800 pounds of onboard ballast allow the S240 to deliver wakesurfing waves that people at every skill level can ride and enjoy.

With a capacity of 16 people and storage to match, the S240 proves roomy enough for you to host a crowd of friends and family. For the captain, a bolstered, swiveling seat makes for carefree days of pulling, made simpler with Supreme’s well-executed and easy-to-use systems. A 7-inch highly visible touchscreen allows for quick access to the ballast, trim tabs, speed-control settings and other onboard systems. New conveniences for 2024 include a wireless phone charger and a small audio control located near the throttle. I found this last feature highly convenient for quickly turning down the volume when I needed to speak with a rider on the swim step.

Of course, wakesurf waves are the star of the show, offering a clean, rideable surface that packs a punch. They have plenty of push that can be adjusted for different styles and ability levels. Much of that customization is controlled via the Stinger Wake Plate, which you operate using a lever mounted behind the steering wheel. When you find a ballast, speed and plate-position setup to your liking, the settings can be saved to a custom-rider profile. Simple!

The wraparound interior offers ­plenty of lounge space for all passengers, and the oversize bow easily fits two adults. Add the removable cushion to the ­walk-through, and the playpen-style ­layout is as comfy for riding as it is for taking a nap while at anchor. ­Spradling vinyl is used throughout for upholstery. It adds to the comfort factor, but also ensures extreme durability. The oversize Bimini shade also adds comfort while incorporating extra wakesurf board ­storage.

All said and done, the S240 checks a lot of boxes for any buyer looking to get into the watersports and V-drive market, or move from a smaller boat into a larger one without breaking the bank.

High Points

• GatorStep flooring (even on the gunwales) ensures comfortable, slip-free footing.
• Transom lockers store wet gear or serve as coolers
• Battery-isolation system is convenient and functional.

How We Tested

• Engine: GM Marine L96 6.0L 409 hp
• Drive/Prop: V-drive/Acme 2829 16″ x 15″
• Gear Ratio: 1.72:1 Fuel Load: 67 gal. Crew Weight: 360 lb.

Pricing and Specs

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Supreme’s S220 produces solid wakesurfing waves while offering small-boat benefits, like easier towing and storage. Just beginning your ­watersports journey? Start here.

Thanks to clean lines and higher freeboard, the S220 looks great and offers the comfort of deeper seating. Enjoy even more comfort thanks to the EZ-V hull with its 30 degrees of deadrise at the stem and 20 degrees at the transom. The deeper V smooths choppier waters and helps the boat displace more water to ­offer up great wakes and waves.

With an available 4,400 pounds of ballast on top of a 5,400-pound dry weight, the S220 serves up sizable waves that plenty of riders can enjoy. To help shape the wakes and waves, Supreme’s Stinger Wake Plate acts as an extension of the hull surface. It can be adjusted to mellow out the wave and make it longer, or make it taller and steeper.

At the helm, find Supreme’s 7-inch touchscreen with easy-to-use menus for adjusting onboard systems. To the captain’s right, analog toggle switches make it convenient to quickly control necessities like the blower, bilge and nav lighting. Upholstery is wrapped in Spradling vinyl that boasts a 17 mm topcoat. It’s not only comfortable but also extremely durable. Soft-touch flooring by GatorStep throughout and along the gunwales ensures a comfortable, slip-free experience no matter where you walk on board.

New for 2024 in all Supreme models is a battery-isolation system built right into the glove compartment. This makes it simple and convenient to switch between the house battery and the ­engine battery, or let them work together ­simultaneously. If you’re going to tie up with friends in the cove and bump some tunes, simply switch to the house battery and leave the engine battery alone. When you’re ready to leave, you know the engine battery won’t have any issues.

All in all, the S220 is a solid performer on a variety of fronts, from wakeboarding and wakesurfing to recreation skiing and tubing. It’s easy to use, a pleasure to drive, and a boat any buyer interested in riding endless waves with family and friends should check out.

High Points

• Storage lockers at the transom are self-draining, which is great for wet gear.
• Bimini top includes integrated wakesurf board storage.
• Heater for keeping guests warm on those colder days.

How We Tested

• Engine: GM Marine L96 6.0L 409 lb.-ft. torque
• Drive/Prop: V-drive/Acme 2829 16″ x 15″
• Gear Ratio: 1.72:1 Fuel Load: 65 gal. Crew Weight: 360 lb.

Pricing and Specs

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Centurion’s new Predator Power Tower (PPT), available on all Ri models, is shown here on the Ri265 with the Warrior Edition Package. It is designed and built by Roswell Marine and unlike any tower ever produced. Be sure to see the Ri265 and the PPT. 

Push a button and the PPT’s smart  linear actuator drops the tower while keeping the 9-foot Bimini top perfectly flat. Want more shade on an ­ultra-sunny day? Caught in a downpour or a low bridge? This tower solves those with ease. The tower can position anywhere between all the way up and down, and it can be used for wakesurfing and wakeboarding as well. The Bimini’s unique, rigid exoskeleton frame means no adjusting when raising or lowering, and no stowing it when trailering. 

Wakes and waves? Those put up by the Ri265 proved powerful, beautiful, and easily adjusted for a variety of skill levels and preferences thanks to the QuickSurf Pro system and Silent Stinger Wake Plate. At 6,400 pounds, with the ability to take on 5,850 pounds of ballast, the Ri265 displaces a ton of water. The QuickSurf Pro plates work together to shape that displaced water into clean, rideable surfaces with maximum push and a huge pocket for wakesurfers. The ­Silent Stinger Wake Plate makes the wave steeper and taller or longer and mellower. Control the Ri265’s systems easily via the 12-inch Touch Vision Screens. 

The Ri265’s deep gunwales and ­Spradling vinyl interior with supple padding create comfort. Our test boat featured Centurion’s Warrior Edition Package, which boasts cool topography-inspired stitching. Seating also features a multiposition sliding rear bench,  flip-up stadium seat to port, an enclosure that houses a trash chute to starboard, and pop-up backrests integrated into the sun-pad area above the engine.

With its killer wakes and waves, the ultra-versatile (and cool) newly available Predator Power Tower and a Yacht Certified rating from the NMMA, the Ri265 can take potential buyers’ time on the water to new levels of fun with all their family and friends. 

High Points

• We can’t say enough about the Predator Power Tower.
• QuickLaunch gets the big Ri265 on plane with minimal bow rise, even with full ballast and crew.
• All-new windshield looks great.

How We Tested

• Engine: PCM ZZ6 6.2L 390 hp/465 ft.-lb.
• Drive/Prop: V-drive/Acme 3077 17″ x 15.5″
• Gear Ratio: 2.00:1 Fuel Load: 92 gal. Crew Weight: 360 lb.

Pricing and Specs

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Over the years, Centurion’s Ri230 has pulled numerous world championships, creating a platform like no other for the wakesurf industry. For 2024, the Ri230 offers new features that continue to enhance this boat’s legacy. The looks of the Ri230 are as clean as ever, but can get as bold as the buyer desires. Our test boat featured Centurion’s special Salute 2 Service options, which include custom graphics, GatorStep flooring patterns and more. Parts of the proceeds from S2S-equipped Centurion boats go to charities to support wounded veterans. Kudos!

Pro-level wakes and waves come courtesy of Centurion’s acclaimed ­Opti-V hull design, which incorporates 20 degrees of transom deadrise. The deeper V allows the stern to sit deeper in the water in order to displace and shape the symmetrical wakes and waves. With 5,400 pounds of ballast available in seven uniquely placed zones, the Ri230 is capable of producing waves for beginners to world champs alike. The automated Quicksurf Pro system shapes the waves perfectly, giving them a clean face with a ton of push. The plates can be micro-tuned to dial in the wave’s characteristics for each rider. Once a rider finds the settings they prefer, they can save them to a profile for quick access at the helm.

The Centurion Ri230 comes with the Revo Side by Side 12-by-12-inch Touch Vision HD Dash. All of the boat’s functions, from Quicksurf Pro to ballast, lighting, and onboard cameras at the bow and transom, are quickly and easily accessed and adjusted with a couple of fingertip taps. New for 2024 is a small head-unit control mounted near the throttle. This makes it easy for the captain to quickly adjust or turn off the boat’s audio if needed.

Comfort abounds throughout the Ri230, thanks to Centurion’s ­Spradling vinyl interior, which is also quite ­durable. New Ri stitching patterns accentuate the look, while pop-up backrests on the port and starboard sides of the wraparound seat can line up with the convertible rear bench that slides inward. These rear-­facing options are great for watching all the action on the epic endless waves.

High Points

• QuickLaunch offers quick planing with minimal bow rise.
• Drop Zone power tower  lowers for bridges or garage storage.
• Bow and stern cameras ease trailering and picking up riders.

How We Tested

• Engine: PCM ZZ6 6.2L/465 lb.-ft. torque
• Drive/Prop: V-drive/Acme 3077 17″ x 15.5″
• Gear Ratio: 2.00:1 Fuel Load: 81 gal. Crew Weight: 360

Pricing and Specs

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Aviara’s latest series of boats deliver 28 feet of luxury dayboating. Perhaps most interesting of the trio (there are outboard and conventional sterndrive variants), the AV28S model adds wakesurfing to a list of attributes that includes exciting speed, sports-car style and entertaining opulence.

We put an experienced wake athlete behind the boat. He was impressed. We weren’t surprised. The AV28S is powered by Mercury’s Bravo Four S drive. Equipped with MasterCraft’s SurfStar user interface, tabs for ballast, and the inherent displacement of a deep V, it makes waves suited for everyone, from experienced to beginning riders. Further, the standard powered hardtop serves as a tow tower, complete with board storage. There is seating for 15 aboard, and the AV28S is Yacht Certified.

Seating is covered in CoolFeel vinyl that doesn’t get too hot in the sun. Note that the shape and proportion of lounge cushions matches with that of the EVA flooring pattern, and both echo other features, such as latches, the rectangular covers for the recessed speakers, and the lines of the boat itself. We admired the sliding helm-seat backrest that adjusts to four positions. The large door on centerline conceals a comfortable head. We will point out the three heavy hinges the head door swings on, an indicator of quality construction.

The bow lounge seatback height aboard the AV28S is as deep as that aboard the AV32. This is made possible by the vertical bow allowing the ­deep-V hull to come farther forward, fusing style and function. Aft, two of the eight speakers face aft for sandbar or raft-up enjoyment. We also applauded the extendable sun lounge that simply pulls aft to lengthen, but does so without completely covering the swim platform. We also nodded approval at the padding installed in the top of the aft lounge seatbacks, making these perfect to sit atop.

Realizing that guests will sit atop the seatback while anchored comes from using boats and knowing boaters. In assessing the AV28S, we found those qualities evident in its design, construction, performance, and ability to please the wakesurfers in your crew.

High Points

• Aviara melds style with function better than most.
• Aft seatbacks made stiff enough to sit atop.
• Luxury, performance and watersports, if you choose.

How We Tested

• Engine: Single 430 hp Mercury 8.1L V-8
• Drive/Prop: Bravo Four S sterndrive/19.5-inch-pitch Mercury Elite Series propset
• Gear Ratio: 2.00:1 Fuel Load: 70 gal. Crew Weight: 540 lb.

Pricing and Specs

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Sitting between the entry-level NXT line and the upper-end X line, you can trick out the XT25 with bells and whistles, or buy it trimmed down.

At 25 feet with 3,200 pounds of ballast and room for 18 on board, the XT25 is ready for loads of fun in comfort and style for your whole crew. MasterCraft’s SurfStar system with its factory presets will see you up and riding in no time. Built-in Rapid Surf software allows for quick, intuitive adjustments to the wakesurf waves, where riders can choose from seven different settings between mellow and steep. It’s easy to transition from a brand-new rider to a pro with a couple of taps on the touchscreen. With the XT25’s size and some friends on board, the wakesurf wave is large, clean, and has a big pocket great for learning to ride or progressing to advanced tricks. SurfStar also makes it easy to customize your waves, with precise control over the three transom-mounted tabs.

On board, we found the XT25 roomy and comfortable, and noted that the optional CoolFeel vinyl truly does keep upholstery temperatures down on the hottest of days. Combined with bolsters in the seat bases, plush padding and scalloped seatbacks, you’ve got comfort for all. Storage is ample underneath every seat as well as in the engine lockers, which can be optioned with all-new webbing systems to store wet items like ropes and vests. In the lounge area, cell-phone holder trays are purposely placed above the cup holders to keep them out of the sun—and the trays can be optioned with wireless charging capabilities. At the transom, comfy seat pads above the swim platform are standard, and flip-up backrests can be added to enhance lounging. 

There are three tower options for MasterCraft’s XT line: Z6, Z8 and Z10. Our test model featured the powered Z10, which quickly and easily lowered when I pushed the button. Clamping board racks are standard, and the oversize Bimini features wakesurf and foil board storage above and below. Both the Z8 and Z10 can be customized with colored inlays so buyers can make their boat look as unique as they want.

High Points

• MasterCraft Connect app lets you monitor vitals and location, and remotely switch off the battery.
• Optional dual-screen helm display.
• Klipsch audio provides a killer musical experience.

How We Tested

• Engine: Ilmor 6.2L GDI 430 hp/479 ft.-lb.
• Drive/Prop: V-drive/Acme 16.5″ x 17″ 4-blade
• Gear Ratio: 2.00:1 Fuel Load: 88 gal. Crew Weight: 370 lb.

Pricing and Specs

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Featuring a unique hybrid bow ­design and MasterCraft’s signature sheerline, the new NXT23 screams style. Our test model sported the optional NXT Icon Package, with its all-black badging, SeaDek flooring and tower accents, plus RGB ring and underwater lighting. Thanks to MasterCraft’s SurfStar system and 3,130 pounds of ballast, the NXT23 puts out high-performance wakes and waves that can adjust quickly to suit beginner and advanced riders.

Aiding security and easing ownership, the NXT23 comes with telematics capabilities, allowing owners to ­remotely check the boat’s systems and even turn off the battery from anywhere via the MasterCraft Connect app.

Adjust the SurfStar settings via the standard 7-inch touchscreen. The Rapid Surf page allows choosing a profile for wakeboarding, wakesurfing and now wake foiling. Choose from three factory presets, or use Custom Surf to tweak the ride to your liking. Those new at watersports will appreciate SurfStar’s ease of use and automation.

With room for 16, the NXT23 also offers plenty of space for the requisite gear. Underseat storage is ample, including a dedicated spot for a cooler. Consider opting for MasterCraft’s CoolFeel vinyl, which is comfortable and keeps surface temps down on hot days. The optional convertible flip seat is a must-have because it allows guests to comfortably face backward and watch the on-water action. Buyers can also opt for a flip-down swim step, which makes getting back on board much easier.

The NXT23 comes with ­MasterCraft’s Z6 tower, which looks great, especially as part of the NXT Icon Package. Release the locking levers on each side, and a single person can easily raise and lower the Z6. The standard clamping racks are great, as is the oversize Bimini shade top with its integrated storage for wakesurf and foil boards on top and below.

Buyers looking to check a lot of boxes and have a ton of fun on the water in a hassle-free setup that won’t break the bank should check out the MasterCraft NXT23.

High Points

• NXT Icon Package delivers fit-and-finish akin to more expensive models.
• SurfStar’s presets and customization aid learning and advancing skills.
• Standard Klipsch audio blasts your favorite tunes in high fidelity.

How We Tested

• Engine: Ilmor 6.0L MPI 373 hp/407 ft.-lb.
• Drive/Prop: V-drive/Acme 15″ x 15.25″ 4-blade
• Gear Ratio: 1.75:1 Fuel Load: 51 gal. Crew Weight: 370 lb.

Pricing and Specs

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Capable of taking on 3,500 pounds of subfloor ballast, then shaping the wakes and waves with the integrated Swell Surf System and Supra SmartPlate, the Supra SA creates pro-level riding surfaces that you can customize to accommodate beginner riders as well. ­Supra’s proprietary AutoWake ­technology automatically adjusts the ballast based on how the boat is riding. This makes for clean, consistent wakes and waves.

The SA’s systems are controlled via two large MFD touchscreens. Optional steering-wheel controls add convenience, allowing adjustment of settings without looking at the screen. New for 2024, the powered captain’s chair can be equipped with a heater and two memory settings to save preferred positions. The new windshield looks great, mirroring the lines of the SA and the new Supra Tower. Order the stern-thruster option, controlled via a twist knob on the throttle lever, for intuitive control in tight spaces. 

The new sound system proves innovative. Dubbed the DSD audio system, the SA is equipped with 22 high-performance speakers, six of which are built into the side panels of the tower. Those speakers are powered by five amps (yes, five), with 25 channels of amplification. The result is an audio experience you must hear. DSD is unlike anything else in boat audio.

Up to 16 friends and family can enjoy comfort aboard the SA. Deep seating and plush upholstery make for a comfortable ride. And the rear flip seat converts to face aft so everybody can watch the action. Flip-up sun-pad backrests also turn the transom into a great lounging spot. Thanks to the subfloor ballast, storage is ample beneath every seat, including an in-floor cooler. Especially notable is a rear locker accessible from the swim step that holds multiple wakesurf boards. Speaking of the swim step, consider the optional automated Dropstep version. This deploys at the push of a button from underneath, making getting out of the water a whole lot easier.

Supra’s flagship model continues to punch well above its weight and suggested retail price, especially when ­compared to others in its class.

High Points

• Wireless chargers at the helm and throughout.
• Oversize Bimini stores boards. Optional extensions fore and aft shade the entire boat.
• Port and starboard wakesurf tow points on the tower are great for new riders.

How We Tested

• Engine: Indmar Roush 575
• Drive/Prop: V-drive/15″ x 15.75″ 2277
• Gear Ratio: 1.70:1 Fuel Load: 25 gal. Crew Weight: 330 lb.

Pricing and Specs

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