What is Zipwake Dynamic Trim Control?
Zipwake is an advanced automatic boat trim system that replaces traditional trim tabs with fast-acting vertical interceptors mounted on the transom.
Instead of manually adjusting trim, the system uses sensors and a control module to continuously optimise your boat’s running angle—improving efficiency, comfort, and control in real time.
How Zipwake Improves Performance
Traditional trim tabs create drag and require manual adjustment. Zipwake interceptors extend only a small distance into the water and respond significantly faster, allowing the system to actively stabilise your boat.
Key advantages include:
- Reduced hull resistance and wake
- More efficient lift across the full beam of the boat
- Faster response to waves, load changes, and turns
- Automatic balancing of pitch and roll without input
Which Zipwake System Do I Need?
Series S (Up to ~50ft)
Ideal for trailer boats and mid-sized offshore rigs.
Best for: recreational fishing, coastal cruising, alloy boats.
Series E (Up to ~100ft)
Designed for larger boats requiring stronger lift and control.
Best for: heavy offshore vessels and high-load setups.
PRO Upgrade System
Next-generation system with faster response and enhanced control algorithms.
Best for: boat owners wanting maximum performance and latest tech.
Why Zipwake is Perfect for NZ Boating
New Zealand conditions can change quickly—short chop, offshore swell, and variable wind loads.
Zipwake helps by automatically:
- Keeping the bow from porpoising in chop
- Reducing side-to-side roll in beam seas
- Maintaining efficient cruising attitude in changing load conditions
- Improving comfort for passengers in rough water
Installation Overview
Zipwake interceptors are installed on the transom below the waterline, with a compact control system at the helm and a central distribution module inside the boat.
Most installations are suitable for professional fitment, with clear system guides available for each series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zipwake better than trim tabs?
Yes—Zipwake is faster, fully automatic, and produces less drag than traditional trim tabs.
Does Zipwake work in rough conditions?
Yes, the system is designed to continuously adjust to waves, wind, and load changes.
Can Zipwake be installed on any boat?
Zipwake is designed for planing and semi-planing boats typically between 6m and 30m.
Does it improve fuel efficiency?
Yes—by reducing drag and maintaining optimal running angle, fuel consumption is reduced.
