2013 Tigé Z1

Slip into the driver’s seat and you’ll notice how everything falls right to hand—throttle, touchscreen, and analog backups all positioned so you can focus on the pull, not the panel. The Z1’s hull throws a clean, rampy wake that riders love, and with tuned ballast and speed control you can dial in sets for beginners or seasoned riders. Inside, the upholstery still has that premium Tigé feel, with high seatbacks and bolsters that keep everyone planted when you’re cutting across chop. Storage runs deep under the seats and in the observer compartment, so boards, vests, and lines stay off the floor. At the transom, rear-facing seats turn the swim step into a social zone between sets.

On the local lakes and rivers where conditions can change from glassy mornings to afternoon chop, the Z1’s freeboard and deep cockpit give crew a secure, comfortable ride. At just over 21 feet, it’s easy to trailer, launch, and tuck into tighter docks, yet still carries a full crew and all their gear without feeling cramped. The wake-focused hull shines on protected stretches for wakeboarding and surfing, while still handling no-wake zones and longer cruises efficiently. Its size, fuel-friendly footprint, and versatile layout make it a practical choice for riders who split time between small coves, broader main channels, and family cruises after the sets are done.