Malibu Boats is thrilled to announce that the iconic Malibu Wakesetter 23 LSV has been crowned the 2024 Wakesurfing and Wakeboarding Boat of the Year by the WakeWorld Riders Choice Awards for the fifth consecutive year.

“This award is one of the most meaningful in the industry because it comes straight from the people who use the products and engage in the lifestyle,” said Ritchie Anderson, President of Malibu Boats, Inc. “It's truly an honor to receive this recognition for the fifth year in a row. Having the industry and the boating world show such appreciation for an entire model – not to mention continued recognition for several years in a row – is very inspiring to our craftsmen and craftswomen who build these fantastic boats.

Anderson continued, "The 23 LSV is the best-selling watersports boat of all time because it fits the needs of so many families. This award just punctuates its market dominance. I have no doubt the 23 LSV’s versatility, performance, luxury, and style were the reasons it came out on top for the fifth year in a row.”

The Malibu Wakesetter 23 LSV combines sleek, traditional bow lines with groundbreaking technology and world-class watersports performance, all wrapped up in a stylish package. At 23 feet, the 23 LSV’s just-right size is a huge factor in its unprecedented popularity. With spacious seating for 16, the 23 LSV allows passengers to spread out in the luxurious wraparound lounge, and yet its mid-size hull remains manageable for mid-size tow vehicles. Malibu’s Wake Plus™ Hull creates pro-level wakes and waves with 23 feet of running surface, while maintaining exceptional nimbleness and maneuverability.

Versatility is a key theme for the 23 LSV. Buyers can choose between two unique running surfaces:

• Wake Plus™ Hull: Ideal for wakeboarding and wakesurfing.
• Malibu Diamond Hull™: Perfect for families who enjoy mixing skiing into their watersports experience.

The 23 LSV’s game-changing wake-shaping devices can adjust its wakes and waves from beginner to pro levels with the touch of a button on the primary Malibu Command Center™ 12-inch touch screen. The boat does all the work with factory presets that create ideal settings for riders of various levels. With Malibu’s legendary Surf Gate®, surfers can experience a perfect, ocean-like wave on either side of the boat, adjustable while riding using Malibu’s Surf Band®.

Combining the best of both worlds, the 23 LSV was redesigned from the hull up for model year 2024. Featuring an all-new hull design, transom seats, upgrade options including the MaxPivot Seat, G10+ Tower, and more, making this 23 LSV the best one ever created!

For more information on the Malibu Wakesetter 23 LSV, visit your local dealer for a day on the water or build your custom Malibu in Malibu’s 3D virtual boat builder from the comfort of your home.