i have skied behind both LSV and DD. No comparison the Moomba LS is better for skiing good luck finding a dealer that carries one. We had same issue of needing multi sport boat, family etc.. and chose the LSV. I am 51 yrs old skied all my life but i figured at 51 i am not going to attempt the world ski record. So we bought the LSV and i do ski behind it but its a bit of a challenge when i want to get aggressive. Pros of LSV- wakeboarding, room, depth of cockpit (safety), surf, tower and yes skiing. The Outback V is a good comprimise between the 2 but cockpit is not as deep and seating not as high off the floor (tower has been improved in 2010 models). My family spends alot of time on the water and i wanted something for everyone! Its an outstanding surf boat and at 51 that seems to be more my style these days! Ice coming off lakes in minnesota very slowly but the end is in sight!!!!