Gorilla Fins Explained

Posted by Jeff on January 11th, 2007

Prior to 2004, driving performance was a quantity measured only in a direct drive boat. In 2004, Malibu introduced a new tracking fin that revolutionized the driving and performance experience for Malibu v-drive owners everywhere. That revolution? The Malibu Gorilla Fin.

As Malibu eloquently puts it, “Malibu’s Gorilla Fins enhance the handling stability and tracking capabilities of Sport-V configured boats. Larger surface areas and a more stable center pivot point increase the boat’s overall dynamics and provide direct drive maneuverability”.

So, what does this mean to you? Can you say “Bat Turns”? While taking a turn at break-neck speed and having the ability to toss your total passenger list to the floor of the boat is awesome, it goes far beyond a boat that feels like a Ferrari on the water. You now gain the ability to return to your rider in a sharp, controlled turn in the case of an emergency or to just plain avoid one. Add to that benefit list the vertical stability you would expect out of a boat with that kind of performance. As a rider loads the line and leans into their cut, the Gorilla Fins are digging into the water to keep the boat vertically “locked-in.” The lean normally experienced when a rider makes a strong cut to the outside is a feeling of the past.

So, whether your rider is pulling hard to the outside or you are pushing your Malibu through a tight turn, the Gorilla Fins help your boat maintain its vertical axis and provide the handling and stability you’ve come to expect from a Malibu.

And best of all, Gorilla Fins come standard on all V-Drive boats Malibu produces!