mikey Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 I'm looking for a new ski. I'm 42 in good physical shape. I ski behind a Cobalt 200, so the wake is pretty big. I've been to a ski school for a one day lesson, but could not get the timing down while trying to a run the course. I will probably take another lesson this summer, but I will be a open water ,recreational skier.. I have no problem getting up and crossing the wake, however my form is not that great. I'm working on getting in the stacked position while crossing the wake. Skiing on a old 1995 HO with animal bindings presently. Suggestions welcomed... My budget is around $300. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller sgilbert Posted February 18, 2013 Baller Share Posted February 18, 2013 I would suggest a Radar Senate C. It is a very stable ski, turns well, and provides the right balance between open water/course ski. In other words, it's a great open water ski, while providing the necessary characteristics to advance you in the course (if/when you so choose). I would suggest that you go to ski-it-again.com and look for a used one that has been lightly used. You should be able to purchase one 2-4 years old well within your budget. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jordan Posted February 18, 2013 Baller Share Posted February 18, 2013 Go to www.ski-it-again.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MJE Posted February 18, 2013 Baller Share Posted February 18, 2013 @mikey What speed are you skiing at? If 32-34, the Radar Senate might be a good choice. You don't necessarily need the "C" version if open water skiing or just learning the course. If skiing slower the Radar Theory could be a good choice as well. I found 2012 models of each at this site for within your budget. http://www.wakehouse.com/radar-water-skis/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Wish Posted February 18, 2013 Baller_ Share Posted February 18, 2013 theres a 2009 Senate C on SIA for 195. It's a 65'. That's a good buy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikey Posted February 18, 2013 Author Share Posted February 18, 2013 Thanks for all the suggestions. I will check out ski-it-again.com. I forgot to mention I'm 5'9 and 170lb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Wish Posted February 18, 2013 Baller_ Share Posted February 18, 2013 That 2009 Senate C on SIA might be your ticket. http://www.ski-it-again.com/php/skiitagain.php?topic=Search&category=Slalom&postid=22351 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikey Posted February 18, 2013 Author Share Posted February 18, 2013 How do y'all like the Vector bindings? I've never used them.. I usually run a front boot and RTP. I liked how my animal front boot feels. It's an older model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller tfriess Posted February 19, 2013 Baller Share Posted February 19, 2013 @mikey I feel your pain. We had a Cobalt 220 up until fall and got a 196! I just had to beg my parents for about 3 years until they could not take it anymore and finally gave in. It was a great boat tho, just had to ski at about 25% because of the monster wakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BraceMaker Posted February 19, 2013 Baller Share Posted February 19, 2013 When skiing behind an I/O I think trying to cut the wakes is close to pointless, I would recommend a trick ski ;) Oh wait this is BOS... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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