Wake boats are specialized watercraft designed to create large wakes for wake surfing, wake boarding or tubing. Over about the last decade these boats have become increasingly popular among water ...

In many ways, the raging popularity of center-console boats mirrors America’s infatuation with pickup trucks. Both vehicle types have evolved from ­utilitarian origins—trucks for tradesmen and farmers ...

The DNR recommended Wisconsin residents rely on local ordinances to restrict wake-enhanced boating.

Wake boats, which create massive waves that people can surf or ski, have become increasingly common in recent years. Now, a coalition of environmental research and advocacy groups is pushing for ...

I use a wide variety of boats on many Wisconsin lakes and rivers. Canoes, kayaks, single scull, rowing shells, stand up paddleboard, sailboats, pontoon boats, jet skis and yes, a wake boat. I know ...

Vermonters seeking to limit the use of powerful wake boats on the state’s lakes and ponds made it partway to their goal this year. A new rule limits where the motorized craft can be used for surfing, ...