Trick Ski Options

[454SS]

Hi guys just thought I would get some input on different trick ski options that are out there.

 

Last summer I learned to ski the course, unfortunately I don't think that I will have much of an opportunity to ski a decent course this summer, so I am contemplating buying a trick ski to mess around with on the public lake.

 

Here are some questions I have, best beginning trick ski and bindings on a budget? I am not really interested in doing toe tricks with one foot out of the binding, would a normal wakeboard handle be fine or would I still want to buy a trick specific handle?

 

Nick

[Not_The_Pug]

Nick,

 

Check out the Quantum trick skis (Masterline). They are a very easy to use ski and get good air off the wakes. D3 also makes a good ski that you can pick up used sometimes depending on size.

 

As for a handle, you can use anything that will work since you are not doing toe tricks. Wakeboard or slalom handle will work fine.

 

Kevin

[454SS]

Kevin,

 

thanks for the advice, any tips for what size I should get? according to the D3 site i would be in the middle of sizes, either 42" or 43" would their be any advantage to sizing up or down?

 

also what is there a set line length most people trick at? or do you just adjust the length for each boat?

[elr]

Would go up a size as a beginner [or even not a beginner].

[Chef23]

Go bigger particularly when learning. Line length depends somewhat on speed and the wake. Try 28 off if you are using a slalom rope.

[eleeski]

D3, Quantum and Goode feel best to me bigger (43").

 

28 off is a good starting line length. Toe harnesses are nice even if you don't toe trick (you should, however - it's fun and high points). They help keep arms and body parts from getting hung up. I like a 12" straight handle it is easier for me to pass. There must be a reason for the big wakeboard handles but I don't get an advantage from them.

 

Hardshells (Reflex) are really nice for performance but do require a lot of maintenence. If you go rubber, make sure there is a lot of high support.

 

You don't need a lot of heel support until you are doing lots of flips. Keep the rear toe light and simple.

 

Eric