For the full written captain’s report, test and performance data, and more about the 2016 Chaparral 243 Vortex VRX, go to: http://www.boattest.com/review/chaparral/3503_243-vortex-vrx The Chaparral 243 Vortex VRX is a dedicated watersports platform that includes a tower and Bimini, along with a high tow point for wake surfers. The model we tested had the optional Surf Package which includes 1350 lbs.(612kg) of ballast and the wake-shaping Aerial Surf Platform which redirects the thrust from jet pumps to create the ideal surfing wave.