Air Nautique Air Nautique 226 Team Edition

Air Nautique 226 Team

OVERVIEW Wakeboarders who want a bigger interior and bigger wakes get both with the top-of-the-line Air Nautique 226 Team. Its nearly a foot longer and almost 4 inches wider than the next largest Correct Craft model. While creating pro-level wakes behind the boat, that extra space opens up terrific passenger room on it. Up to 12 passengers get their choice of three great seating areas: the cushy open bow with stainless-steel grab rails, cup holders and speakers; the wide observers seat that wraps around along the port side; and the curved rear bench behind the well-appointed drivers console. The 226 also has a welcome walkway and step-down to the swim platform. Theres also a 100-quart cooler and 65 cubic feet of storage. With all that going for it, the Team package with its tower, 900-pound ballast system and extensive stereo upgrade seems like an embarrassment of riches. But youll learn to live with it.

SKIING Skiing is of course a possibility with the 226, since it still has a manageable beam and more than holds its own in the open water with impressive tracking. Any family looking to mix in some recreational skiing amid the wakeboarding, tubing and cruising will find all theyre looking for in the 226.

WAKEBOARDING Pro riders put the 226 to the test. The big swells are definitely worthy of the best riders. The wake has a nice peak that really boots you. Even with the large wakes, the landing zone isnt too steep, so riders can touch down softly. Tracking-wise, the boat wouldnt budge with a rider in tow.

LOWDOWN This fully accessorized 226 is the biggest wakeboarding machine in the Correct Craft lineup. Wakeboarding performance is pro-approved. Bring along all your friends to kick back in the 12-passenger interior. Team package packs on a tower and ballast up to 900 pounds. Ultimate stereo setup includes amp, subwoofer, tower speakers and audio input jacks. Dash includes digital readouts and full diagnostic information, along with keyless ignition.

PERFORMANCE Top Speed 45.4 mph 5,200 rpm Accel. to 30 mph 6.9 sec. 168.0 ft. Accel. to 36 mph 9.0 sec. 266.0 ft. Noise Levels (db) Neutral 61 D 63 R, 36 mph 83 D 85 R

SPECS Length 22 ft. 6.5 in. Beam 96.5 in. Seating Capacity 12 Fuel Capacity 50 gal. Engine PCM ZR6 6.0L, 375 HP