I have the Alumacraft Navigator 165 Sport with a Suzuki 80 Hp 4-stroke motor. With gear and two people aboard, it will run 38 mph. I also consider the “hole shot” capability as well above average. Although I have never tried it, I am sure this boat would easliy pull a skier with two passengers aboard. It is a fantastic boat and that Suzuki motor is unbelieveably smooth and quiet. One of the great advantages of this motor is how frugal it is on gas. The boat holds 20 gallons and I find I can fish all day and use less than 4gallons! Love this boat!