Moomba Mobius LS

OVERVIEW
Yes, this is a direct-drive. Yes, it's just less than $35,000. And yes, we were impressed at the kind of wakeboarding performance we got out of it at our test on Tennessee's Lake Tellico. Fun to drive, stylish look and did we mention you can get it with key standard features for less than $35,000?

WHAT WE DIG
• Graphics include three logo choice
• Plenty of storage
everywhere
• MP3 connector with the stereo
• Dual-density foam in upholstery
• Angled observer's seat
• Nimble direct-drive handling

FEATURES

Highlight Feature
Interior color. Our test boat was drenched in red from the exterior throughout the interior. It made for a super-rich, super-stylish feel on a budget-minded boat.

Hull
Designed with multisport capability in mind, the LS hull is a chameleon that can stoke riders with air in mind. Any skiers in the family can take it to the slalom course, too. The LS holds a line at speed and eats through rollers and double-ups well for a boat this size.

Ballast
With a 350-pound rear tank standard on the LS, we recommend upgrading to the 400-pound front bag for a grand total of 750 pounds of weight. The boat's overall capacity is 1,800 pounds, so load it up as you need to.

Tower
The standard Rad-a-Cage tower that comes on the LS has a basic style, but with 2.375-inch tubing, it's strong and sturdy. And it's a classic visual complement to the model's aggressive lines.

Wake Shaper
The optional hydraulic wake plate lets you fine-tune the wake for size, shape and transition. At the half setting, we found it offered mellow wakes, good for beginners, with the ability to adjust further for more advanced riding.

Wake
Beginners will enjoy the user-friendly wakes behind the LS. They're an ideal width for new riders. For intermediate riders testing themselves in the air, landing areas are a good size. And for more discerning advanced riders, the full factory ballast system will boost the wake size as much as possible.

SPECS
Length w/o platform: 21'6"
Beam: 8'1"
People: 13
Dry weight: 3,150 lb.
Ballast: 400 lb. total (optional 750 lb.)
Tower: Rad-a-Cage
Main lounge: 71 sq. ft.

For more information, please visit www.moomba.com.