Whats the most economical speed to cruise?

[bzubke1]

We live on a pretty big lake so every once in a while we have to travel a ways to find some calm water. Right now i try and cruise at 20-23 with the wakeplate all the way down. What is the best way to get to your spot without using too much fuel to get there?

[zabooda]

About 25 mph and if I had a trim plate it would be up. You need to minimize drag.

[Mikey]

I agree , about 25mph and wakeplate up.

[jeffrogge]

if you play with the wake plate a little while cruising start with it up and lower it a little your boat will gain speed without adjusting the throttle, less drag.

[maxpower220]

It will depend on your boat and how it is loaded. You will need to adjust the wake plate while driving different speed to tell when the speed vs rpm is the greatest.

[Razzman]

If you run with the plate up at speed your sticking your nose right up in the air and possibly allowing the boat to porpoise, especially on a big open lake. For me I've found the most economical is with the plate down slightly past center and it's just enough to stop porpoising, smooth and seems to burn at a decent rate @ 25 mph or so.