What boat do you need for wake surfing?
The most important rule you need to know about wakesurfing is only wakesurf behind inboard direct drive boats or inboard v-drive boats. Inboard wakeboard boats are a necessity for this sport as the propeller is under the boat, and it is far less likely to make contact with the rider. Water depth it’s best to wakesurf in at least 12 feet of water. More is better. When you have less water underneath you, the boat will not generate a fully formed wave.
Which boat has the biggest surf wake?
At nearly 40′ long, 11′ 11 wide, and featuring a well-designed open layout perfect for entertaining, the 38 Surf is the largest surf boat in the world. The @Regalboats 38 Surf: the world’s largest wakesurf boat, measuring nearly 40 feet in length and 11′ 11” in width.
What is considered high hours on a wake boat?
There are a few things to consider when looking at boat hours. Unless you are looking at a really high hour boat (2,000+ hours) there are typically very few drawbacks to the number of hours a boat has. In fact, a boat with normal hours (50-75 per year) will often time run better than a boat with low hours. The hours on the boat basically refer to the hours on the engine. So a boat just sitting in a dock for months will not accumulate many engine hours, while one out cruising and fishing will. Most boat experts say that 1500 hours on a boat is considered a lot.A boat with normal hours will often time run better than a boat with low hours. Boat motors are dependable for an average of 1500 hours. After that point, they become undependable, and you don’t want to be five miles out when they decide to break down. Recreational boats are used between 75 and 150 hours per year.
What is the best boat speed for wakesurfing?
If it’s your first time, it may take a few passes to get the wave to the rider’s liking, just be sure never to exceed your boat’s NMMA tag for maximum capacity. Ideal speed is between 11 and 14 mph. You will know you have a good wave when there is a clean wake with a nice curl at the end. Ideal speed is between 11 and 14 mph. You will know you have a good wave when there is a clean wake with a nice curl at the end. Always use a wakesurf specific rope, as they are bigger, safer and more convenient than traditional ropes.Boat speed for wakesurfing will vary with the make and model of boat, and the amount of ballast, but usually good waves form around 10 mph and professional surfers will cap out around 12. Skim-style boards perform best at about 1.