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Risto
2006-12-08 09:55:49 | 33 views | 0 Comments

OVERVIEW
Malibu commemorates 25 years of leading the industry with the Wakesetter VLX Silver Edition. From the customized trailer complete with 17-inch wheels to the exclusive metallic vinyl accents to the exterior stainless-steel emblems, this boat is shrouded in the luxurious fit and finish that have become Malibu's signature quality. Beneath all the Silver Edition accoutrements, the V25 Wake hull continues to offer up the performance that has made the VLX Malibu's flagship wakeboarding model for years. Limited to the number built in 2007, the Wakesetter VLX Silver Edition is truly a connoisseur's boat and is bound to make Malibu devotees swoon.

PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS
The VLX was designed with hard-core wakeboarding in mind. The V25 Wake hull and 700 pounds of standard ballast make it capable of churning up huge wakes right out of the box. But with the Power Wedge deployed, the wakes are even more impressive. Not only are they pro-level in size, they've got well-formed peaks and awesome landing zones that are great for lateral moves. The mellow transitions are easy to edge but will still kick you up.
 
When it comes to double-ups, the VLX plows through with authority and is solid enough to stand up to even the strongest rider's pull. Its tracking muscle is thanks in part to the extra-deep Gorilla fins, as well as the balanced design of the entire boat. With the Silver Edition's standard 400 hp, expect some tremendous power at the throttle that will help this ride get on a quick plane, even with all 1,200 pounds of the available ballast tanks full.

SPECS
Length w/o platform: 21'6″
Beam: 8'4″
Passengers: 11
Dry weight: 3,600 lb.
Draft: 24 in.
Load capacity: 1,654 lb.
Fuel capacity: 46 gal.
Storage capacity: 101 cu. ft. total
• Side engine: 42 cu. ft.
• Above engine: 3 cu. ft.
• OB: 25 cu. ft.
• Under seat: 21 cu. ft.
• Bow storage: 10 cu. ft.
Platform: 13 sq. ft.
Interior gunwale height: 29 in.
Sun-pad area: 26 sq. ft.

Custom gelcoat
The Silver Edition is only available in the eye-popping black and silver metallic design.

Ballast
Up to 1,200 pounds of available ballast ensure that this boat's performance is as impressive as its appearance.

Silver accents
The interior features metallic silver vinyl accents and silver carpet with embroidered carpet mats.

Limited edition
Malibu will limit production of the Silver Editions to 2007, ensuring that this boat will become a piece of history.

Power
The VLX SE comes equipped with the powerful HammerHead 400 hp for an insane amount of power.