INBOARD & V-DRIVE

Propulsion System: Inboard/V-Drive boats have a propeller and engine located within the boat's hull, typically in the rear. The propeller is protected by a propeller guard or hull design.

Wake Configuration: These boats are well-suited and often considered the preferred option for wakesurfing due to their ability to cre

Safety: Inboard/V-Drive boats are considered safer for wakesurfing because the propeller is less exposed and located away from the surf area, reducing the risk of accidents.

Examples: Nautique Paragon, Centurion Ri245, Supreme ZS232

Propulsion System: Jet boats use a water jet propulsion system instead of a traditional propeller. Water is drawn into the boat and expelled through a nozzle at high pressure to propel it.

Wake Configuration: Jet boats are capable of creating wakes suitable for wakesurfing, but they often produce smaller and less custom

Safety: Jet boats have a safer design for wakesurfing than outboard or sterndrive boats, as they lack exposed propellers, however, riders should still be cautious around the water jet.

Examples: Yamaha 255XD, Cobalt R4 Surf

Propulsion System: Boats with a forward drive stern configuration have a stern-drive propulsion system, similar to inboard/outboard (IO) boats. The propeller is positioned at the rear of the boat.

Wake Configuration: These boats can produce wakes suitable for wakesurfing, but the wake quality may vary depending on the b

Safety: While forward drive stern boats are generally safer than outboard boats due to the propeller's placement, they still have a partially exposed propeller that requires caution when wakesurfing near the boat.

Examples: Tahoe Waketoon, Montara Surf Boss 2.0