The History Behind A Nautique

1924

W.C . Meloon moves from Ossipe, New Hampshire to Central Florida with his wife, Marion, and three sons, Walter, Ralph, and Harold, to take advantage of the real estate boom.

1925

W.C. forms the Florida Variety Boat Company in Pine Castle, Florida.

1926

The company is the first to trailer boats on the highway on a national basis rather than by train.

1930

The Florida Variety Boat Company is renamed to Pine Castle Boat and Construction Company.

1936

W.C. renames the company after hearing a radio advertisement explaining "the correct heel for your shoe." W.C. thought, why not "the correct craft for you?" Thus, the name was changed to Correct Craft.

Correct Craft is the first boat company to use tow pylons.

1942

The company opens a second plant in Titusville, Florida to manufacture boats through government contracts for the war effort. Soon after, large cruisers are added to the production schedule.

1945

During World War II, General Eisenhower requests that the company build approximately 400 boats in fifteen days.

While this number is far more boats than the company has ever produced in such a short time period, Correct Craft develops an innovative production process that allows the factory to produce 400 boats in record time.

This event, which National Geographic later dubs "A Miracle Production," solidifies the company's reputation as being a reliable, quality boat manufacturer.

1948

Production begins for the first complete mahogany inboards, 19-foot racing runabouts and custom-designed runabouts.

1949

The company's line includes sixteen boats ranging in size from 15' 6" junior utilities to 32' cabin cruisers.

1950

The 14' Atom 25 plywood utility boat sells for $1,095.

1952

Correct Craft is the first to incorporate swim platforms into the boat design.

Prosperity leads the company to begin production of even larger boats such as 50’ yachts.

1955

The Titusville plant is closed.

1956

The company scales back the number of available models. The most popular at this time is the 17' Star-Flite utility boat.

1957

The last true runabout, the Collegian, is produced. Leo Bentz builds the first Ski Nautique in South Florida and offers to sell the design to the company. W.C. wants no part in building fiberglass boats, as he has never seen a "fiberglass tree."

1961

Leo Bentz returns to the Central Florida-based boat builder and once again offers to sell the Ski Nautique mold and brand name in return for a free boat and required maintenance for three years. The company accepts the offer and begins production.

Retail cost: $4,500 (including the trailer).

This world-renowned boat manufacturer is the first to integrate tracking fins into its boat designs.

1966

Ground breaking ceremony is held for the new manufacturing facility in Orlando, FL.

1975

The company begins its relationship with the Masters Waterski Tournament.

1977

The manufacturer of Nautique establishes its first ski team.

1979

The Barefoot Nautique is introduced.

1981

Nautique unveils the Ski Nautique 2001 and receives rave reviews.

1983

The Bass Nautique 2018 is introduced.

1986

Nautique celebrates its 25th anniversary of the Ski Nautique with a limited production of Silver Nautiques.

1989

Correct Craft introduces a redesigned Ski Nautique that is longer and wider with a stepped chine and variable planing hull.

1990

Nautique again redesigns the Ski Nautique deck which features a sloping transom, spray relief pockets and the widest beam of any tournament inboard in history.

1993

A limited edition boat, the Paragon, is offered. This collector's edition features the latest technology and classic styling. Correct Craft introduces all fiberglass hulls, decks and stringers.

1997

An innovative hull design, Total Surface Control, is debuted on the Ski Nautique.

The first wakeboard specific boat is introduced. The Air Nautique offers a Flight Control Tower® and internal ballast tanks as standard features for big air.

1999

Nautique introduces the Total Wake Control (TWC™) which changes the face of wakeboarding yet again.

2000

The innovation continues with the introduction of the Smart Pod 2000, the most technologically advanced dash pod available.

2001

Nautique offers 40th Anniversary special edition Ski Nautique featuring a special color combination and unique graphics.

2002

Nautique redefines its already innovative Ski Nautique hull design, Total Surface Control, with the introduction of the Total Surface Control 2 (TWC2™).

2004

Nautique delivers the first true "crossover" boat to the recreational boat market. Nautique's innovative SPORTSHIFT™ , located next to the throttle, makes the Sport Nautique SV-211 truly versatile by creating designer wakes. With one easy shift, the driver can engage the Hydro-Gate™, which builds pressure and lift for a completely new wake experience.

2005

Nautique celebrates 80 years of unparalleled quality and innovation in the marine industry.

2009

Nautique introduces advanced new saltwater capable package, the Coastal Edition.

Nautique presents the perfect blend of sleek styling and versatile performance, the all-new Crossover Nautique 226.

The golden anniversary of the Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament occurs at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, GA, which was a huge success by all accounts.

Nautique celebrates the 200,000th boat manufactured by the company.

2010

Nautique revolutionizes the skiing industry once again with the introduction of the innovative Ski Nautique 200, available in open or closed bow.

Nautique celebrates 85 years as a world-renowned manufacturer that has developed a strong reputation for building the highest quality product and delivering unmatched care to each and every customer.

2011

Nautique introduces the all-new Sport Nautique 200 - hardcore skiing, wakeboarding, wakesurfing and wakeboarding.

Nautique celebrates its 50th anniversary of the Ski Nautique with a golden dimensional badge on each Ski Nautique.

Nautique introduced the first 100% electric Ski Nautique prototype, pulling its first head-to-head slalom competition at the U.S. Masters.

2012

Nautique launches the all-new Super Air Nautique G23 - Working with its elite team of athletes, Nautique creates a revolutionary boat from the wake up that will push wakeboarding to new levels.

This early 2013 release gives riders the opportunity to do things that were previously thought to be impossible. From this day forward wake sports will never be the same.

2013

We have taken our game changing G-Series hull design and gone even bigger with the all-new Super Air Nautique G25 that leaves compromise on dry land. The G25 gives you the space, performance, and wake to give your audience a show that can't be delivered behind anything else.

Nautique Surf System™ (NSS)
Nautique introduces the all-new Nautique Surf System with WAVEPLATE. The NSS allows users to instantly switch from wakeboarding to wakesurfing on demand; eliminates the need to offload ballast, allowing surfers to create a wave on their desired side with the touch of a button; and provides total wave customization adjusting shape and steepness on the fly.

Nautique introduces the G23 with NCRS.

2014

For 2014 the Super Air Nautique 210 and 230 have been transformed into the next generation of wake boats with a completely new hull and deck bringing a new look and new features that are a true testament to the new direction that is Nautique.

The all-new Super Air Nautique G21 completes the first family of wake in a twenty-one foot package that embodies the hardcore spirit that pioneered our sport and delivers more versatility than ever with the performance made possible by our G-Series design.

2015

Nautique once again takes innovation to another level introducing the next evolution of the award-winning G-Series with the all-new Super Air Nautique G23 and G25: a re-imagined hull design, new styling, and new technology advancements have forever changed what we knew about wake boats.

Nautique introduces LINC Touch with Helm Command, JL WavefrontTM Speakers, Nautique Surf Switch and Nautique Surf Select App for the Pebble Smartwatch and becomes the first to bring Direct Injection engine technology to the towed watersports market.

2016

Ultimate versatility in 20 feet of perfection arrives with the introduction of the first-ever Super Air Nautique GS20! Blending masterful award-winning designs from our industry-leading G-series and record-breaking Ski Nautique 200, the GS20 becomes the most innovative multi-sport boat to hit the water. The Super Air Nautique GS20 transforms from a ski boat, to a wake and surf boat in a way that steps into a new realm of engineering, design and technology.

New features included the all-new 12.4” Nautique LINC PANORAY touchscreen, Nautique Awareness camera, bimini with surfboard pockets, over-molded board racks with wider tines, and Nautique Surf Select 2.0 with ballast shift feature.

2016

In 2016, Nautique launched one of the most capable boats in the the line, the GS22. With ample gear storage and plenty of room for friends and family, this boat was made to please any watersports’ enthusiast. Waterski, wakeboard or wakesurf at high levels in the GS22 due to the unique hull characteristics derived from the Ski 200 and the G-Series models.

2017

The Super Air Nautique GS24 is released as a multi-sport boat that takes the versatility of the GS-Series to the next level. Like its smaller siblings, the GS20 and GS22, the GS24 has acquired hull characteristics from our award-winning G-Series and Ski Nautique 200 models to produce the largest, most capable multi-sport boat in the industry.

2018

Nautique astonishes the three-event waterski world with the introduction of the all-new 2019 Ski Nautique. A blended carbon fiber and fiberglass construction, this boat becomes the new standard in tournament waterski towboats.

The ultra lightweight construction, combined with the innovative MicroTuner® technology is a design and engineering marvel. The all-new Ski Nautique is lightest three-event towboat on the market.

2018

Nautique introduces the Nautique 200. A boat that’s ready to cater towards the school, camp or family looking for a waterski boat that can outperform anything else, the Nautique 200 is ready to be put to the test. With hull characteristics derived from the record-breaking Ski 200, this model has taken the best features and built on those to produce a boat perfect for the course or open-water. A waterski boat with a ton of interior space, the Nautique 200 has the refined and industry-leading build quality of a Nautique and is AWSA tournament-approved.

2019

Nautique introduces the industry’s first luxury performance wake boat, the Super Air Nautique G23 Paragon. A boat born out of a desire to achieve the highest-level imaginable, the G23 Paragon offers the very best in styling and amenities. This luxurious wake boat takes must-haves to the next level.

The G23 Paragon delivers unparalleled performance, style and craftsmanship with high-end refinements built in concert with the best wakesurf and wakeboard wakes the world has ever seen. With the release of this model, Nautique provides unrivaled innovation, exotic styling and refined luxury which are all hallmarks of this first-of-its-kind G23 Paragon. From the very first time you lay eyes on the Paragon to the moment you step onboard, the feeling remains: the next level is here.

2019

Nautique Introduces the Super Air Nautique G25 Paragon. Since the introduction of the industry-altering Super Air Nautique G23 Paragon - the pinnacle of all wake boats, Nautique now offers a 25-foot model that provides even more room for friends, family and gear. Delivering the best on-water experience possible in a larger footprint, the G25 Paragon is the new flagship of next-level luxury and performance. Unrivaled wakesurf waves and wakeboard wakes, combined with state-of-the-art innovation and technology, the G25 Paragon satisfies the desire of owning the very best. With striking exterior lines, refined touches on the interior and all of the comfort and luxury you could imagine, the G25 Paragon has amplified the next-level in wake boats.

2020

Nautique Boat Company along with Ingenity, an electric propulsion brand, partner together to create a revolutionary 100% electric GS22E. Using the existing engine compartment, Ingenity has incorporated the most energy-dense battery and propulsion system into the boat without compromising any of the current storage space or performance characteristics. The battery inside the GS22E allows for 2 to 3 hours of normal watersports use and can be recharged in as little as 90 minutes.

2020

Building upon the dynasty that Nautique created almost a decade ago when the G23 was first introduced, Nautique reinvents 2021 G-Series. Set to reinforce its reign as the best wakesurf and wakeboard boats ever created, the G21, G23 and G25 are released and take developmental leaps with the wake and wave shaping capabilities in order to produce a marvel of design and engineering performance. With breathtaking looks and refined amenities, this next-generation G-Series looks stunning on the water while delivering the best wakesurf wave and wakeboard wakes the world has ever seen.

2021

Nautique introduces the Super Air Nautique S23. An ultra-modern take on the traditional bow Nautique, the S23 offers an aggressive new hull design that delivers unrelenting performance unlike anything else in its class. From the interior to the exterior, the elegant lines and smart design add a level of luxury and intuitiveness that is unmatched. Adding functionality while providing Nautique’s proven, world-class surf waves and wakeboard wakes, this first iteration of the brand-new Super Air Nautique S-Series gives a subtle nod to the past while looking boldly into the future.

2021

Nautique announces the brand-new Super Air Nautique S21. Another offering within the new S-Series, the S21 takes the modern looks and traditional bow appeal of the S23 and offers it in the popular 21-foot size. With wakes and waves configurable for every ability, the S21 is a family-friendly boat built with hull characteristics known for renowned performance. Interior amenities that keep everyone in comfort, and performance anyone would expect from a Nautique, the S21 is an incredible new addition to the S-Series.

2022

Nautique introduces the Super Air Nautique S25. As an extension of the groundbreaking S-Series, this completely new model takes the modern aesthetics and high-level performance of the S23 and S21 and transforms them into a luxurious 25-foot package. With enough space for everyone, the new S25 comes with a wide array of standard and optional features that make this boat perfect for anyone.

2022

In October, Nautique introduces the completely redesigned 2023 Super Air Nautique GS-Series. The all-new GS20 and GS22 deliver world-class wakes and waves for wakesurfing, wakeboarding and waterskiing. Combining high-performance hull characteristics inspired from our award-winning G-Series and our world record-setting Ski Nautique, the 2023 GS-Series strikes the perfect balance of waterski and wake sports performance for the whole family.

2023

Just in time to kick off the summer, Nautique releases the all-new Super Air Nautique GS24! After undergoing a groundbreaking redesign, this model delivers unparalleled performance for wakesurfing, wakeboarding, and waterskiing. Paired with Nautique's renowned quality and dependability, the all-new Super Air Nautique GS24 is an extraordinary multi-sport performer made to make everyone happy.

2024

Building upon the legacy of the award-winning Paragon models, Nautique presents the all-new 2024 Super Air Nautique Paragon Series. After undergoing a meticulous redesign, the all-new G23 Paragon and G25 Paragon deliver an unmatched luxury boating experience with exquisite design and refined details. As the most celebrated wake boats on the market, the next-generation Paragon models combine a passion for perfection with world-class performance at the highest-scale.