Too early to talk about a 2019 G23? Any expectation?

[Wayward]

How do you like the XStar wake compared to the G wake??! Interested as I almost wanted to trade.

I only have a fairly short wakeboard demo on it so far. I liked it a little better, but I'll reserve further judgement/comments until I get to ride mine more. I definitely can't say it's a lot better..... it's not.

It is, however, HUGELY better than the Gen III XStar. Especially if you are like me, and are an intermediate rider that doesn't want to ride at 24+ mph.

[Wayward]

Wayward, gorgeous boat?
$140k range for 450hp?

Ya, it would run in that range, with moderate options. It is right neck and neck with the G23 on pricing.

[ST3]

Without the PnP, it takes 1:51 to fill all the hard tank.
With the PnP bags in, it takes 2:27 to fill all hard tanks plus the PnP bags.

The PnP is piggy backed on the rear hard tanks, so the hard tanks fill in just under 2 minutes, and the bags add about 30 seconds to the rear tank fill time.


nyryan- One pic in the tow rig thread, but here is a few shots of it.

Nice garage and E46 in addition to the X!!

[bradw]

I just cant stomach the styling of the Xstars....

I hope the 19's get a decent cooler of a proper fridge.

[Wayward]

^ya, definitely a different style. For me, I couldn’t stomach the bulky/barge looks of the G23. I always thought it was the ugliest wakeboat made until the release of the wake tractor and moomba max/Helix. But that didn’t stop me from loving every minute in my G23s!!

[Guntersville230]

Without the PnP, it takes 1:51 to fill all the hard tank.
With the PnP bags in, it takes 2:27 to fill all hard tanks plus the PnP bags.

The PnP is piggy backed on the rear hard tanks, so the hard tanks fill in just under 2 minutes, and the bags add about 30 seconds to the rear tank fill time.


nyryan- One pic in the tow rig thread, but here is a few shots of it.

Are those Klipsch tower speakers? Dont see those everyday......

How is the sound/projection?

[Wayward]

Are those Klipsch tower speakers? Dont see those everyday......

How is the sound/projection?

Ya, the whole system is Klipsch. Sound quality and balance is phenomenal. Could use more Bass, even though it has 2 11" subs. It's not extremely loud, but is distortion free all the way to max volume. They have several tower speaker choices (1 Or 2 pair of 7" coax, 1 Or 2 pair of 8" coax, or one pair of pods with double 8" coax and single horns). I have the doubles with horns, and they seem extremely loud, and I'm guessing the horns project really well. That said, the Demo I rode only had 1 pair of 8s (which did pretty well but were not rev 10s by any means)

I have not been at wakeboard length behind my boat yet, so I can't really comment.

i am pretty happy with the stereo, but don't think it's any better than the studio elite system i had in my 17 G23. Clarity is a little better, but there are advantages that the studio elite system has as well.

[GMLIII]

^ya, definitely a different style. For me, I couldn’t stomach the bulky/barge looks of the G23. I always thought it was the ugliest wakeboat made until the release of the wake tractor and moomba max/Helix. But that didn’t stop me from loving every minute in my G23s!!

I would agree with you eventhough I own a G23. The styling of the boat is truly ugly

[ST3]

^ya, definitely a different style. For me, I couldn’t stomach the bulky/barge looks of the G23. I always thought it was the ugliest wakeboat made until the release of the wake tractor and moomba max/Helix. But that didn’t stop me from loving every minute in my G23s!!

It’s an interesting conversation. I actually like the look of both MC and CC. Similar to how I like the look of your E46 aka BMW and most Audi models. When it comes to Mercedes...I’ve just never been a fan of the design yet they are amazing machines. It’s really down to personal preference.

I guess in the end we should all be thankful that this is something we spent time and money voting on.

[bradw]

^ya, definitely a different style. For me, I couldn’t stomach the bulky/barge looks of the G23. I always thought it was the ugliest wakeboat made until the release of the wake tractor and moomba max/Helix. But that didn’t stop me from loving every minute in my G23s!!

Different strokes for different people! when g23's came out I was a hater, funny thing was I think I had the first 2014 to arrive in Aus.

[Wayward]

It’s an interesting conversation. I actually like the look of both MC and CC. Similar to how I like the look of your E46 aka BMW and most Audi models. When it comes to Mercedes...I’ve just never been a fan of the design yet they are amazing machines. It’s really down to personal preference.

I guess in the end we should all be thankful that this is something we spent time and money voting on.

We have similar tastes for sure. I never much like Mercs either. The M3 is actually not mine. It belongs to a friend. My car is in the shop as well though. Can see it through the windshield here.

[moto132]

Bump

Anyone have any details on the 2019's yet or know when they will be released??? Im debating holding out and ordering a 19 or finding a good end of season deal on a 18

[thejean]

I suspect voice activation is the next thing...

[FEVB]

Couple of other "rumors" for 2019 G's: 1.) power tower option AND 2.) apparently there is more room under the floor for more than 2850 lbs of ballast - so more ballast without taking away any storage.

Is this bigger ballast confirmed?

[SoCal G-Man]

Is this bigger ballast confirmed?

2019 Order form shows 2,850-lbs