Tigé 20i Waterski Boat 2007

When it comes to smaller direct-drives, it's usually a case of give and take. You give up rough-water stability for the sake of quick responsiveness and agile turns. But Tigé's 20i manages to incorporate the best of both worlds, turning evenly on both sides and handling like the nimble 20-footer it is, without forgoing any steadiness, remaining solid even through chop. That's good news not only for skiers who can rely on a consistent pull through the course, but also for passengers who desire a smooth ride.

At only 20 feet long and 96 inches wide, the 20i serves up soft, clean wakes, just as you'd expect. There's the usual bump at 22 off and a bit of firmness at shorter line lengths, but beginning-to- advanced buoy chasers, and especially hard-performing recreational skiers, will be pleased with these wakes. For a little variety, turn the TAPS2 to 7 for recreational wakeboard-friendly ramps.

SPECS

Passengers: 8

Dry weight: 3,468 lb.

Draft: 26 in.

Load capacity: 1,160 lb.

Fuel capacity: 30 gal.

Storage capacity: 50.1 cu. ft.

Bow: 17 cu. ft.

Center: 20.6 cu. ft.

Rear: 12.5 cu. ft.

Platform: 10.8 sq. ft.

Interior gunwale height: 31 in.

Sun-pad area: 12.2 sq. ft.