2020 Chaparral Surf 23

Step aboard and you’ll notice how Chaparral made the cockpit feel like a floating lounge rather than a barebones tow boat. The Surf 23 has deep freeboard and a secure, wrapped windshield that keeps wind and spray off your crew when you’re running to the next cove. The convertible rear seating lets you flip from forward-facing to a full-on stadium view of the rider in seconds, and the wide swim platform is kept low and clean so boards, ropes, and kids can move around without tripping over hardware. Thoughtful storage under nearly every cushion keeps the cockpit uncluttered, even when you’re loaded with gear for a full day on the water.

This Surf 23 is dialed in for local waters where you might mix open-bay chop, winding rivers, and sheltered coves in a single day. The hull gives you a softer ride than many pure wake machines, so running across afternoon chop is more comfortable for everyone on board. At 23 feet, it’s easy to handle at tighter ramps and docks yet still carries a crowd without feeling cramped. The surf system means you can set up a clean wave even in narrower waterways, and the adjustable tower and trailer make storage straightforward when you’re tucking it into a typical driveway, garage, or dry stack.