Baller Glock Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 Just saw on the Nautique website and the Facebook page that they are announcing a "game changer" on 7/17. Let the speculation begin. New tournament ski boat perhaps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ MISkier Posted July 1, 2015 Baller_ Share Posted July 1, 2015 Maybe a boat under $45,000? That would be a game changer. The worst slalom equipment I own is between my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller webbdawg99 Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 It's hard to see, but if you look really closely, you can see that the "g" is highlighted red. My guess is something with the G-series boats....but I've also heard speculation on the 2016 ski boats as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted July 1, 2015 Administrators Share Posted July 1, 2015 I know nothing and do not expect a 200 replacement but I would not fall out of my chair if it is a new 3 event boat. Is about time. @Jody_Seal knows and I am sure he will not spill it. Anyone have good blackmail on Jody? Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 196 MS Limited Edition. 6.2 engine. It rocks! But i think it's a surf boat.Again... My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ozski Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 Yeah imagine a cheaper new 196 option, that would be interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Waternut Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 Probably be more likely to abandon 3 event completely in favor of wakeboarding and V-drives than see a sub $45k boat again from the top 3 manufacturers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted July 1, 2015 Administrators Share Posted July 1, 2015 @ozski would you care to make a bet on that possibility? Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller rodltg2 Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 Highly doubt it's 196. That's not a game changer. It's been done. An entry level wake boat has also been done by mc and Malibu . So not really a game changer either. A world class all event boat would be a game changer. But don't see how that is possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller mwetskier Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 steer by wire -aka gps & accelerometer controlled steering. also utilizes an as yet unrevealed mechanical feedback method for instantly detecting velocity change. full disclosure will follow filing of patent applications. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted July 1, 2015 Administrators Share Posted July 1, 2015 @mwetskier that tech is coming & has been under dev for a few years Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller rodltg2 Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 I'm thinking its power plant related. Hybrid , V6 , electric? What ever happened to that electric 196? Collecting dust somewhere ? It's been 4 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller mwetskier Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 @rodtg2 -they plan to run it again as soon as the battery finishes charging. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldjeep Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 Likely just overhyping the introduction of the gdi engines and the largely imaginary fuel savings that come with that technology. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller webbdawg99 Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 I definitely wouldn't be surprised to see smaller displacement engines with more power and better fuel economy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted July 1, 2015 Administrators Share Posted July 1, 2015 @webbdawg99 I know for a fact the smaller engine options are coming to the sport but can they push a 200? That boat is so much better with the 6.0 compared to the 5.7. It would require an efficient hull. That would be a whole new boat. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ozski Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 @Horton - Nope Its morning here and that was a pre coffee post. But thinking back 2 years you heard next to nothing about the Carbon Pro, now they are clearly getting traction in the market and I think there is room in the Nautique line up for a cheaper entry level boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted July 1, 2015 Administrators Share Posted July 1, 2015 @ozski I would like to see it but doubt it Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ The_MS Posted July 1, 2015 Baller_ Share Posted July 1, 2015 http://www.ski-it-again.com/php/skiitagain.php?endless=summer&topic=Search&category=Comp_Boat&postid=32944 Tim has a 16 ordered already so who knows. I did hear that there was a hull change announcement at Nats but?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
east tx skier Posted July 1, 2015 Share Posted July 1, 2015 Love me some Stubb's BBQ. /oh, and the boat. Yeah, it's a G wakeboard boat. //more BBQ, please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller rodltg2 Posted July 1, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 1, 2015 I don't know what they could really do to the g series. They already have a 21, 23 and 25. And those boats are pretty dialed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller swc5150 Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 I heard on PN they are making big updates to the G. Could just be the new engines though? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ RichardDoane Posted July 2, 2015 Baller_ Share Posted July 2, 2015 I heard new engines for 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member Than_Bogan Posted July 2, 2015 Supporting Member Share Posted July 2, 2015 Are they making an announcement AT Stubb's BBQ? Not sure I see the connection, but I have been there and even as a not-very-big-BBQ-guy, I was quite impressed. Austin has great food for sure. Oh man, now you've got me thinking of the Iron Cactus, which I freakin' love, and I even heard there's a waterski connection there? I am pretty sure my Iron Cactus shirt that says something about how life is too short for bad tequila, is the only alcohol-themed shirt I have ever owned. Yeah, yeah, I'm veering off-topic, but nobody has any actual info about this Nautique thing anyhow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dthate Posted July 2, 2015 Members Share Posted July 2, 2015 Than_Bogan as you know Stubbs is a Hot Spot for BBQ and live music, Sail n Ski is one of the top if not the top Nautique dealership, I think they may have something to do with it, I will be checking on it tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller gregy Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 Marine specific engine? Wasn't it mercury that announced that for there IOs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 16 1/2ft convertible bow that weighs just under 2,000lbs with the trailer, and is powered by a direct drive 2.5 liter aluminum 4cyl that makes 225hp. Super hole shot, top speed of 48mph, center pylon, seats 6 with the bow open, and burns 3 gallons of regular fuel per hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller rodltg2 Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 Gonna need 5 huge tracking fins to keep that boat on track ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted July 2, 2015 Administrators Share Posted July 2, 2015 It seems to me the a BBQ joint is not where you show off a slalom boat Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E_T Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 It will be a 20 foot G boat and a redesign of the 230 hull... But what do i know I'm a alien Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porkfight Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 Whatever it is, it's going to be less impressive than the hype they are trying to generate. 196 "R" with a walk-through open now? That'll be $60,000 please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilSymo Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 at a Guess... a G-series Ski Boat... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LeonL Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 I've heard no hull change for CC 3 event boat this year and maybe not even in '17. What you will see is a 5.3 approaching 400 HP as the primary engine. 5.7 is becoming obsolete and unavailable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilSymo Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 will the 5.3 be more fuel efficient. i have heard of places changing from 196 to 200 and the fuel use going up by 10-15%... we went from a 196 to a new prostar and its around 20% Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 @rodltg2 the 16 1/2 ft Gamechanger will have patented hull with modified v entry bow, lifting strakes and keel fins that will track on a rail with tiny wakes and no spray. And it's a 7 passenger with the bow cover off. Out the door price for base model will be under 30k. Adding speed control, mini tower, bimini, and stereo will bring it to 34k ish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller swc5150 Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 I'm thinking the new 5.3 would make for a great repower option in a 196. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller escmanaze Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 I'm going to put my money on either an announcement of a G20 or just the official announcement of new engines. Either way, it's pretty tough to title either of those a "game changer." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricski39 Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 I've got some inside information that it's a new design with a new engine; they told me they didn't know much about the design other than the new engine. I realize that is extremely vague, but it doesn't sound like it's a wakeboard boat. I can't imagine a change to the 200 hull. The 196 and 197 stayed unchanged way longer than this current design. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller thager Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 Going to really underpowered boats would be a game changer though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldjeep Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 @ricski39 Maybe a redesigned/replacement for the Sport 200, Nautique doesn't have much market share in that area compared to the VTX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller webbdawg99 Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 I'm almost positive that the new engine lineup will be a standard 5.3 to replace the 5.7 and an optional 6.2. But game changer? Maybe there's more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 An outboard maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersonicus Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 Be surprised if Nautique builds a lower cost three event or wake board boat when Correct Craft just bought Centurion and Supreme... I'd rather see some cool new technology!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nzcabbage Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 Or they might be moving operations down here to NZ and repowering all 200's with Hamilton Jet units.......suggest you shallow up your fin if these lads offer you a tow...........down here the turn buoys are rock hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jimbrake Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 That must scare the shit out of the trout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller liquid d Posted July 2, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 2, 2015 Bringing back the Mustang in that bright lime Green color as the only option! That's what the G is for! I had one way back when...they were great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricski39 Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 They're going to make it back up to the right like every other boat! #gamechanged Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Sullivan Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 G series wake/surf boat, there is no new slalom boat. Yes we will have a 5.3 and a 6.2L engine for next year. The 5.3 is said to have the power of the current 6.0L.http://www.gmpowertrain.com/MarineEnginesControllers/ProductPortfolio.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Ilivetoski Posted July 3, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 3, 2015 All of the 3 event nautique pros have talked about it on social media... Haven't seen much from the wakeboard guys so that might say its something with 3 event. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller rodltg2 Posted July 3, 2015 Baller Share Posted July 3, 2015 I'm guessing G200 as well. A G styled boat based on a 200. Blunt nose direct drive with surf tabs , lots of ballast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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