Loaded Tige RZ2 vs Supra Launch 22V worlds edition

[Gannon]

I'm not sure if anyone would be able to help but I sure would appreciate it. I am in the market for a new boat and these are they two I have narrowed my choices down to. I know this is a Tige sight, but these boats are at the same dealership and I was just hoping someone could give me some insight on pros and cons on each boat on this like resale value, wake profile, use as a family boat, smoothness of ride on choppy water, handeling, upholstery strength etc. Any comments or insight would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Gannon

[dingleberry]

What model years are you looking at? I know you said new, but is it 2010, a leftover new 2009, or "new to you" older boat?

[Gannon]

What model years are you looking at? I know you said new, but is it 2010, a leftover new 2009, or "new to you" older boat?

These are both 2010 models.

[j2dna]

I went through this exact same process a few weeks back with Tige, Supra, and Malibu. I had the opportunity to go out and drive all 3 in one day. Going into it I was pro-Malibu and my girlfriend was pro-Supra (she had one before). After driving all 3, we both felt that the Tige RZ2 was the best boat of the bunch. Most notably for the reasons you asked about.

Tige
- Had the best wake, especially for surfing which we were eager to try.
- Had far more room than the other 2. Most notably in the bow.
- Handled waves/choppy water the best.
- Handling wasn't as responsive as the Malibu, but the rollover was far less than the others. Much smoother turns.
- Tige Touch
- We both felt the Tige was the best all around boat. Whether its pulling kids on a tube, wakeboarding/wakesurfing, or just parked listening to tunes the RZ2 covered all our needs.
- Best exterior (tie with the Wake Setter) and best interior

Two things I really liked about the Supra was the Marine Navigation and the engine diagnostics. It would be nice for Tige to integrate that with the Tige Touch. My girlfriend really liked all the rear facing seating in the Supra along with the deep seating in the bow. All 3 boats were great in their own right, the RZ2 just felt like a better fit.

Do you happen to have a chance to drive both boats?

[Jeffe]

My previous boat was a Moomba Mobius. I had an excellent relationship with the dealer & they were going to give me a smoking deal. Our choice was between an RZ4 & 24SSV. I was pro Supra & my wife didn't really care until she saw how much more overall room the RZ4 had. After a test drive & a skate session behind the boat I was sold, plus I really like the bow room & pickle fork.

Malibu wasn't even a thought because the local dealer is a real DOUCHE.

Go with the RZ...you won't be disappointed.

[ragboy]

They are both good boats. If you are going to wakesurf at all, and that is important to you, that will tip the scale heavily to the RZ2.

[ajholt7]

I'm biased. Never been in either boat. Buy the Tige!

[fog_ducker]

Pretty much same situation as everyone else. (And yes, you're on a Tige site). The Malibu guy I dealt with was a douche too. His answer to every question I had was "It's a Malibu." Found the RZ2's wake in all situations is as good as it gets and the handling smokes the Mastercraft X-star.

[dingleberry]

Since they are carried by the same dealer, I would think that the dealer would be willing to bring both boats for a test drive. Especially if he knows that he is likely to make a sale of one of them. Preferably do it on the same day so that conditions would be similar and the opinions of your likes/dislikes are fresh in your mind. Back-to-back test drives would help you decide what you find important and which suits your needs better.

[Guapo]

I second all that has been said...especially the test drive. These boats are a substantial outlay of cash, you don't want any regrets...the best advice given it to try them both out (on the same day like Dingle mentioned).

I have no regrets with my 09 RZ2...love the layout...and the surf wake!

[Timmy!]

I was in the same situation 3 years ago, Supra 22 or the Tige RZ2/24Ve. The Supra is a nice boat, no doubt about it! For us it was the way that the dealer treated us and the stunning looks and open bow of the RZ2. The one thing that I didn't like about the Supra was the "playpen" up front. Every time I got out of the drivers seat I felt like I was running into that thing. Good luck!

[da.bell]

Test drive them both. I am sure we all know here that the one of them will stand out as the better handling boat. Good luck. It's an exciting time for you for sure

[ImaPigDog]

Along with what has been already said, I am 6'2" and when I sat in the Supra, my knees were up in my chin. It felt like the seating was about ankle high to me. We have small kids and the low freeboard was also a concern. Along with that, a couple of friends have Supras (nice boats) and they have to be super cautious about not dipping the bow.

The seller for me is that the Tige is more versatile for watersports. The Supra will throw a great wakeboard wake. However, The RZ2 is no slouch either. With the RZ2, you will be able to easily switch from great wakeboard & wake surf wakes to pulling slalom skiers or barefooters with minimal effort (we've done it all in the same day).

If you go with the RZ2, I would strongly recommend the PRO ballast system.

[wallacmc]

I would like to give personal experience on a few of your important factors:

1. As for the use of the boat as a family boat, versatility comes to mind. Because of the TAPS system and hull shape, the Tige's versatility is unmatched, as it can make any wake you want. Also, I think you will find that the room in the boat is unmatched against boats in the same class, as well. It is also very easy to keep clean and smelling nice due to the full snap out carpet that is new to 2010.

2. As far as the wake, there is none that matches the quality of Tige's surf wake. There may be some that are slightly larger with certain ballast options, but check out Ragboy's RZ2 review on wake9.com and see for yourself the sexiness of the Tige surf wake. Clean as a whistle. Also, for wakeboarding I happen to love the shape and beefiness of the wake.

3. I think the handling is above average, but then the boat is superior in chopy water - you'll have to get used to what speeds and TAPS setting combats the chop the best. I've been through so pretty large rollers already and it did quite well.

4. As for the interior, this has been one fo the greatest improvements in the newer Tiges. People on this site have ranted on and on about the inferior quality of their upholstry, but this has dramatically changed in the last two years. What was once a liability has been turned into a strength. It is super easy to clean and tough. And, with practical solutions to common trouble spots in areas like the back lounge corner, tige solved the problem by cutting the corner pad out, lining the bottom with carpet and allowing you to flip the cushion, giving people good traction while boarding without ripping the seams in the high stress trouble spot.

5. Resale is impossible to say, since there were far fewer boats ordered for stock this year and the "new" '08s and '09s that were left over are just being totally liquidated. I think that factor applies across the board. However, another factor in the unpredictability of resale is all of the improvements that Tige put in the 2010s, likely more than other makes (snapout carpet, upholstry, integrated ballast options, TigeTouch, Seadek, and more). How all of this translates to resale is in question until some of them actually start getting resold.

I can't speak intimately of Supra, my debate in the end was between Tige and Malibu. But, I love my choice so far and would do the same thing again.

This has been my

Feel free to pm me if you want any more on my breaking in period of my 2010 RZ2.

[Duncan]

1. As for the use of the boat as a family boat, versatility comes to mind. Because of the TAPS system and hull shape, the Tige's versatility is unmatched, as it can make any wake you want. Also, I think you will find that the room in the boat is unmatched against boats in the same class, as well. It is also very easy to keep clean and smelling nice due to the full snap out carpet that is new to 2010.

TAPS allows you to get the a$$ end of the boat out of the water when not towing resulting in better handling than most other wake boats. Versatility, as pointed out by wallacmc, is a huge plus. It was definitely a deciding factor for us with our 09 RZ2. The PCM engine is also VERY quiet.

Not to be overlooked is this very forum--I cannot tell you how much I have learned from the regs here. You should check out the supra forum; it may very well be as amazing as TOF (but I doubt it )