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V-DRIVEWhile crossover tow boats
are not new, in the past,
makers presented either a
ski-based boat that didn’t
wakeboard or surf very well,
or a wakeboat that didn’t
ski very well. In response to
that demand, several man-
ufacturers have introduced
true crossover boats capableof doing it all. The Super Air
Nautique GS22 stands as a
prime example.
Utilizing hull features
from other, world-record-
setting Nautique boats, the
GS22 is surprisingly capable
in its versatility, in large part
because of the customization
capabilities of the Nautique
Confi gurable Running Sur-
face (NCRS) tab at the tran-
som. This tab, controlled via
a touchscreen at the dash,
can be adjusted to change
the wake’s shape charac-
teristics based on a rider’s
preferences. For the GS22,NAUTIQUE
Super Air Nautique GS22
SPEED EFFICIENCY OPERATION
rpm knots mph gph naut. mpg stat. mpg range range n. mi. s. mi. angle levelsound
1000 4.69 5.40 0.90 5.21 6.00 239 275 0 73
1500 6.52 7.50 1.80 3.62 4.17 166 191 2 83
2000 8.43 9.70 2.70 3.12 3.59 143 165 3 85
2500 12.95 14.90 4.30 3.01 3.47 138 159 5 87
3000 19.90 22.90 5.40 3.69 4.24 169 195 5 90
3500 23.81 27.40 6.90 3.45 3.97 158 182 4 93
4000 27.20 31.30 8.90 3.06 3.52 140 161 3 96
4500 30.41 35.00 11.60 2.62 3.02 120 138 2 98
5000 32.41 37.30 14.10 2.30 2.65 106 121 2 99
5600 34.93 40.20 19.90 1.76 2.02 81 93 2 100
MOST ECONOMICAL CRUISING SPEEDHigh Points
XTrue crossover capabilities
accommodate advanced water-skiers,
wakeboarders and wakesurfers alike,
all with the push of a few buttons.
XNautique Surf System makes
wakesurfing and transferring from one
side to another a breeze.
XLINC Panoray dash combined with the
Helm Command controls put every-
thing at the driver’s fingertips.Low Point
XNo convertible, rear-facing bench like
its G-series cousins.Toughest Competitor
XThe Malibu 22 VLX ($105,000, wel-
equipped) is a similarly sized and
appointed crossover boat with a more
traditional bow. See your local dealer
for full details.· LOA: 22'0"·BEAM: 8'4"·DRAFT: 2'3.5"
·DISPLACEMENT: 4,750 lb.·TRANSOM
DEADRISE: NA·BRIDGE CLEARANCE: NA
·FUEL CAPACITY: 51 gal.·MAX HORSEPOWER: 450
·AVAILABLE POWER: Gasoline inboardHOW WE TESTED
ENGINE: 450 hp PCM H6DI DRIVE/PROPS:
V-drive/14.5" x 14.25" 4-blade Acme GEAR RATIO:
1:48:1 FUEL LOAD: 47 gal. CREW WEIGHT: 365 lb.the NCRS has a ski setting,
helping the boat sit at the
optimal attitude for smaller
wakes based on the skier’s
preferred speed.
For wakeboarding and
wakesurfi ng, the GS22 is
well-equipped with 2,250
pounds of subfl oor ballast,
along with the Nautique Surf
System (NSS),
which can
be remotely
controlled to
shape up big
waves and
allow the rider to transfer
from side to side with ease.
The GS22 possesses lines
similar to its larger G-series
fl eet mates, but it sports low-
er, sleeker gunwales. At 22
feet, the GS22 easily holds 15
passengers in comfort, with
plenty of room for stowage.
Wraparound seating also
features adjustable backrests
to better allow for watching
the action. There are also two
lounge chairs at the swim
platform — great for hanging
out and swimming.
The Flight Control Tower
integrates seamlessly withthe lines of the boat while
providing room for speakers,
board racks, and an oversize
Bimini top that provides plen-
ty of shade. Want eyes in the
back of your head? Upgrade
the tower with the small cam-
era that links with the LINC
Panoray display at the helm.
Equipped with the H6DI
engine from PCM, this 6.2L
puts out 465 foot-pounds of
torque courtesy of 450 hp.
While the GS22 isn’t going
to make giant wakes like its
big brother, the G23, or world-
class slalom wakes like its
ski cousin, it is going to o er
watersports-loving families
the ability to do all of those
things well. —Garrett CorteseFor a photo gallery of the
Super Air Nautique GS22,
visit boatingmag.com/3084.
NAUTIQUE BOAT COMPANY
Orlando, Florida; 800-346-2092; nautique.comPHOTO: BIII DOSTERPrice: $115,701 (base)72 | BOATINGMAG.COM | JULY/AUGUST 2018