Both the Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2012 and the Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2013 are deep-V designs, both built in aluminium, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2012 at 22,0 ft versus Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2013 at 23,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2012 tips the scales at 5 000 lbs - 400 lbs more than the Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2013 at 4 600 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2013 tops out at 330 hp. Engine specs for the Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2012 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2012 carries 130 gallons versus 96 gallons in the Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 7 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Custom Weld 22 - 24 ft. Whitewater Special 2012 and Custom Weld 23 - 24 ft. Custom Series 2013 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.