COMPROMISE IS A COP OUT: The Response FXi is Malibu’s answer to the avid skier’s growing family. A cross-over built on the 20-foot Cut Diamond Hull, it is a USA Waterski Record Capable Approved skiing machine with a 98-inch beam and increased freeboard. Translation: performance plus room for family. Options such as the Power Wedge and Illusion G3 fold-down tower allow you to adapt to the boarders in the family. Even this professional’s tool is equipped for comfort because Malibu Boats’ engineers believe being on the water is more fun with simple, but functional touches like the standard swivel driver’s seat.