Trying to decide between a GS22 and a 2016 G21

[digydave]

I was in between a G21 and GS22. I wanted the 21 and ended up settling on the 22 for family, rec and ski reasons. After 2 months I traded the 22 for a 21 and couldn't be happier. The G21 is a far superior boat in my opinion. The wake and surf right out of the box is bigger and better shape. If u set the NCRS to 0 which is fully extended the ski wake at 28-32mph is comparable to the GS22. We added extra plumbing and bags to our 22 and all it did was make the steep wake, steeper. The shape doesn't compare to a G. The interior seating is deeper and more comfortable. The tower is bigger. The ride is better and drier. If u want to tame the best shaped wake in the industry just set the NCRS to 0 and it is beginner friendly for any sport at a recreational level. Don't get any of these boats if you plan to ski at a competitive level. 200 is the only way to go for that. But we will rip the course on a wider slalom ski at 28mph no problem and tons of fun. G series Nautique can't be beat.

[thejean]

G21 if you surf. The G22 if you ski at all.

[Kenv]

2018.5 G21 Ski Edition just announced. New feature....."Don't put water into the ballast tanks".....LOL

[bandit628]

Just curious what rpm does the g21 run at 28mph? I'm guessing 4k rpm?

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[thejean]

I was in between a G21 and GS22. I wanted the 21 and ended up settling on the 22 for family, rec and ski reasons. After 2 months I traded the 22 for a 21 and couldn't be happier. The G21 is a far superior boat in my opinion. The wake and surf right out of the box is bigger and better shape. If u set the NCRS to 0 which is fully extended the ski wake at 28-32mph is comparable to the GS22. We added extra plumbing and bags to our 22 and all it did was make the steep wake, steeper. The shape doesn't compare to a G. The interior seating is deeper and more comfortable. The tower is bigger. The ride is better and drier. If u want to tame the best shaped wake in the industry just set the NCRS to 0 and it is beginner friendly for any sport at a recreational level. Don't get any of these boats if you plan to ski at a competitive level. 200 is the only way to go for that. But we will rip the course on a wider slalom ski at 28mph no problem and tons of fun. G series Nautique can't be beat.

I test drove a GS22 and I have to agree with this. I tried it also with two extra 550 lb bags in the back lockers. If made the wave better for sure, but itÂ’s still a funky shape compared to a G boat. This is the stock GS22 with 3 adults and one child onboard. Have only videos of the wave with the extra bags so PM me with an email address if you want me to send those.

[digydave]

yep roughly 4k rpm at 28 mph and 3500 rpm at 25 mph