# Wake Surf-Specific Boats The New Master Craft X24 Speed Boat is Perfect for Water Sports By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-07-03 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/master-craft-x24 References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2018/06/29/mastercraft-x24-launch/) & [mastercraft](http://www.mastercraft.com/boat/detail/x24) The latest craze in water sports is wake surfing, a blend of wakeboarding with traditional surfing that is sweeping the nation this summer -- and the new Master Craft X24 boat creates the perfect wake for the sport. Offering a ballast and tab system that is fitted discretely at the back of the body, the new boat produces large enough waves behind it to allow wake surfing all day long. The system combines a specific hull that can pull up to 4,300-pounds, with the brand's famous generation 2 Surf System. Beyond being made for the sport, the boat also offers [luxurious lounging capabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-wooden-surfboard) with a comfortable interior and hand-made seats. With enough room to fit [an entire family comfortably](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bote-hangout-15), the new Master Craft x24 has the ability to hold 18 people while still pulling someone behind without losing speed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wake Surfing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced wake surfing technology and equipment for a growing market. - **Luxury Watercraft:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design high-end speed boats with luxurious lounging capabilities for water sports enthusiasts. - **Family-friendly Boats:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create spacious boats that can comfortably accommodate large groups while maintaining speed and performance. ### Who This Affects Most - **Water Sports:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative water sports products and services that cater to the increasing demand for wake surfing. - **Boating and Marine:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce cutting-edge speed boats with advanced features to cater to luxury watercraft consumers. - **Recreation and Leisure:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop family-friendly boats that offer comfort, safety, and performance for recreational activities on the water. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional Four-Seater Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-crosswave-waverunner.md) - [Emissions-Free Sport Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-wake-boat.md) - [Powered Hyper-Speed Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xsport-jetboard.md) - [Boat-Like Jet Skis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanquish-yachts-vq11.md) - [Ruggedized Electric Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruggedized-electric-surfboard.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Jet Skis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supermarine-mm01.md) - [Beginner-Friendly Electric Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/awake-rvik-explore.md) - [Wondrously Versatile Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-watercraft.md) - [Coastal Aesthetic Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surf-lx.md)