22v vs 24v for wakesurfing

[Mttigefan]

I posted this same question in the V series forum. I'm shopping and am trying to decide between the 22v(e) or the 24v(e). I know that the 24 is a bigger boat and will put out a better wake for surfing, but can anyone describe the difference between the 22 and 24 for wake and surfing satisfaction? I've found a 22 that I like, but if there's a big difference I'll shop some more. Thanks

[NICKYPOO]

I would think the 22 would be a little easier to weight down seeing as how it is two feet shorter. The deeper you can set the hull, the bigger the wave will get. Well, there are way more factors than that. Placement of said weight and speed are major factors as well, but from what I understand, it takes alot of weight to get a 24 to list because of the amont of surface area on the hull. Yes it is a heavier boat but it has more surface area to displace that extra weight. This means more ballast. More ballast = more $. That being said, it's going to be pretty easy to get good surf wakes out of either one. It sould be the least of your concerns. I would focus on the rest of your needs, although you should be pretty covered in all aspects with a Tige. I like 22ft, but I'm a D-drive guy. How 'bout it , hehe, VD'ers? 22 or 24?

[Surfdad]

Hey Nick - how is that Blue posterior? Sorry my friend, I had to. Has anyone posted a picture of a good clean wakesurf wake from any of the Ve hulls? I'd like to see one.

I don't know how relevant it is, but we owned a 21V and then bought a 23V. The bigger boat, for whatever reason, allowed us to develop a longer wake with a better transition. One of the BEST surf wakes I have EVER ridden was on the old 24V hull. The height, smooth transition (not too steep) and overall length was better than anything else I've seen.

The bigger boats, IMO, seem to allow developing height, without creating a TOO STEEP face and also allows a fairly lengthy pocket.

[NICKYPOO]

I'm just gonna go plant my blue *** up in a tree.

[Greg Mallek]

Tom;
I have an '05 24V, and love the wake it puts out. I have the stock ballast system, and an additional 500# of lead in the rear port side. With this weight, the boat creates a nice long ridable wake, with a very smooth transition, and a perfect face for surfboard style riding.

[Mttigefan]

Thank you for the advice. Once I finally pull the trigger. I'll be asking about the best board selection for the athletic teenager and the fat old guy. Guess which on is me?!

[Juiceman831]

I dont mean to sound like a newb....well..Iam and I just wanted to ask you surfers something...By any chance do you happen to have a sample on how to surf off your boat. I have a couple of surfing buddies and it would be nice to have them go to the lake and surf there rather than traveling two hours just to get to the beach. Guess what Iam asking is if anyone has a sample video clip on how to do it from take off to actual surf

[Greg Mallek]

Juiceman831;
Check out this website. It may help you .
http://www.howtowakesurf.com/