boat shopping and i'm stumped

[Sumfoo1]

i can't decide what i want
either like a 23-26 foot boat capable of 70+
and even then i can't decide if i want a cuddy or a bowrider.
i'm either looing in that direction or at a wake boarding boat..
the problem is none of the wake boarding boats that i know of are very fast at all and i like speed.
also it needs to be able to handle chop pretty well cause i live in charlotte and lake norman gets pretty rough
Suggestions welcome Price range is up to about 45 -50k
less is better though

[HavasuSelect]

Try looking at some of the used Nordic's. They seem to meet your criteria and they're very nice looking boats.

[HavasuSelect]

I know it's a closed bow, but it'll give you an idea.....
http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/8/4/85233084.htm

[buzzaro]

If you want speed and ability to handle chop then a tow/wake boat is not the boat for you. Plenty of manufacturerers that build something like youre looking for though so you shouldnt have any trouble finding what suits your needs/wants. Good luck in your search.

[HocusPocus]

look for a boat with a merc 496, they will usually get you in the 70 mph. there were some in the spam section here that may just fit your needs. wake board boats usually run small blocks and max out at 50 mph.