Forward Wakeboard Magazine Edition 7 | Page 64

MA LI BU 2014 NZ Gear Guide Boats: Malibu Malibu MXZ 22 Length: 6.55m Beam: 2.59m Dry Weight: 2,359kg Capacity: 14 People We Say: Malibu’s Red Bull Open towing machine! The MXZ is a huge boat throwing out a big meaty wake. Throw on surf gate and you’ve got the ultimate all rounder for big wake shredding, or chilled days on the boat! Malibu MXZ 20 Length: 6.27 Beam: 2.54m Dry Weight: 1,814kg Capacity: 13 People We Say: The huge wake, and roomy cab’s of the 22MXZ in a 20 foot hull! Roomy and responsive a great all rounder for the family or dedicated rider! Malibu VLX Length: 6.3m Beam: 2.54m Dry Weight: 1,678kg Capacity: 14 People We Say: The classic gets a revamp. The new VLX is mackin! Check out our review at the end of the boat section. Malibu VTX Length: 6.09m Beam: 2.49m Dry Weight: 1,587kg Capacity: 11 People We Say: A great choice wake boat, available in a 3D (3 disciplines) hull for families who ski and wake. Slightly smaller in size, and wake than the VLX, but weight it right and you’ve got 20 foot of dream machine.