WaterSki Magazine

Every year, the American Water Ski Association (AWSA) evaluates a handful of ski boats to determine which models have what it takes to tow the upcoming tournament season. To be considered tournament-worthy, each boat must pass a series of 11 tests and subtests, focusing on factors like power and acceleration, drivability, handling and maneuverability, sound level, and engineering...

Go behind the scenes for an extended look at the 2011 MasterCraft X-55. And when you're done, read WATERSKI's 2011 MasterCraft X-55 review.

Go behind the scenes for an extended look at the 2011 MasterCraft X-35. And when you're done, read WATERSKI's 2011 MasterCraft X-35 review.

Go behind the scenes for an extended look at the 2011 MasterCraft X-25. And when you're done, read WATERSKI's 2011 MasterCraft X-25 review.

Go behind the scenes for an extended look at the 2011 MasterCraft X-14V. And when you're done, read WATERSKI's 2011 MasterCraft X-14V review.

Go behind the scenes for an extended look at the 2011 MasterCraft X-Star. And when you're done, read WATERSKI's 2011 MasterCraft X-Star review.

WATERSKI takes you behind the scenes for an extended look at the 2011 MasterCraft X-2.

Built on the same hull as the record-breaking Ski Nautique 200, the all-new Sport Nautique 200 features a v-drive engine, making it an ideal ski boat for families that like to wakeboard, wakesurf and wakeskate in addition to skiing...

WATERSKI's Todd Ristorcelli skis and drives the all-new Ski Nautique E, a 100-percent electric ski boat from Nautique Boats. Learn more about the quiet, powerful and efficient Ski Nautique E.

Find out how your MasterCraft ski boat is built. Go behind the scenes at MasterCraft Boats' Tennessee factory on the shores of Lake Tellico, and watch a MasterCraft boat go through every step in the production process...

The expansive MasterCraft X-55 provides enough space to comfortably welcome 18 yet still offer ample storage and amenities, such as a wet bar, on-board head, convertible passenger seat and even armrests in the large bow lounge.

Thanks to the roomy twin-tip bow, the MasterCraft X-45 feels bigger and offers more seating than any other 24-footer.

The MasterCraft X-80 offers plush seating for everyone, an enclosed head, plus all the storage and all-day amenities you’ll need.

The MasterCraft X-14V is one of the only ski boats to earn the distinction of being a world-record capable three-event USA Water Ski tournament tow boat in addition to delivering perfect wakes for boarding and surfing.

With an Ilmor engine for heart-pounding power and performance, the MasterCraft X-15 features a traditional bow, spacious 100-inch beam, extensive freeboard, wraparound seating and swiveling board racks.