Smithjohn16 Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 This weekend I was skiing on my Kidder Redline EX. I had an O'Brien X9 boot on the front because the original boot broke. I went out the front on the second pass and the boot ripped off of the ski. 3 of the screws stayed in the ski and ripped the holes in the boot out while 3 of the screws stayed in the boot and ripped out of the ski. Should I try to re-drill holes in the boot and ski or is the ski shot and I need a new one? If I need a new ski I would like suggestions on what to get. I am 135 pounds and another person who uses this ski is 160. I am a weekend skier in northern Indiana, so I want a cheap ski that will perform well in the course. I usually ski at 15 off. The only skis I am familiar with are the top of the line skis like Stradas, Vapors, Syndicates. I'm looking for something cheaper that is still a good course ski. Preferably under $400. Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldjeep Posted September 10, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 10, 2013 I would get a new ski for a number of reasons. But if you want to save it, you could either drill it for inserts and epoxy them in or just epoxy the screws in - but then the bindings are not coming off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldjeep Posted September 10, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 10, 2013 For under $400 I would look at the radar Senate (not C). I recently got a new 2012 senate for about $300 - blank. Where I bought mine http://www.wakehouse.com/products/radar-senate-slalom-water-ski-2012.html Blems: ($250) http://www.wakehouse.com/products/radar-senate-slalom-water-ski-blem.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithjohn16 Posted September 10, 2013 Author Share Posted September 10, 2013 Thanks for the suggestions! A blem wouldn't come with bindings right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldjeep Posted September 10, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 10, 2013 No, it is just a blank with some cosmetic issues. My personal problem with buying skis that have bindings with them is that I like a particular binding that nobody else really likes ;) So getting a ski with bindings on it doesn't really help me. Now if you don't plan on reusing your bindings then it would definitely make sense to find something that has them on it - because it is usually cheaper to buy them as a set than individual pieces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithjohn16 Posted September 10, 2013 Author Share Posted September 10, 2013 Also would it come with a keel? @oldjeep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LeonL Posted September 11, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 11, 2013 A what?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldjeep Posted September 11, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 11, 2013 A fin? If that is what you mean then yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithjohn16 Posted September 11, 2013 Author Share Posted September 11, 2013 Yes a fin sorry thats what my family has always called it i guess... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members OTF Posted September 11, 2013 Members Share Posted September 11, 2013 @ smithjohn16 Yes you need a new ski, ANY reason for a new ski is valid. Had a bad set? Must be the ski No PB this year? Gonna need a new ski Hate your job? A new ski will fix that Lawn mower won't start? Buy a new ski Wife mad that your always gone skiing? A new ski will probably make this worse but only until she leaves, at which point you'll still have a new ski. I'd get a new ski Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller thager Posted September 11, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 11, 2013 @OTF So when you getting a new ski? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members OTF Posted September 11, 2013 Members Share Posted September 11, 2013 @thager tomorrow after my procrastination meeting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller mlange Posted September 11, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 11, 2013 I've got a blank 67" Strada I'm about to sell. $275 + shipping if you're interested. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Waternut Posted September 11, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 11, 2013 Unless you're skiing at 28mph or lower, I think a 67" ski is going to be too big for someone who is 135lbs. Sweet deal for someone else though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kona Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 YES ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithjohn16 Posted September 11, 2013 Author Share Posted September 11, 2013 What year is your Strada? Could you email me some pics? smith.john16@hotmail.com What kind of bindings would I need for that? @mlange Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldjeep Posted September 11, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 11, 2013 A 67 is pretty huge for a 135 person. I'm 185 on a 67 and it is just right. Radar uses a standard bolt pattern, so your front binding would work. Your rear toe loop looks like an older square pattern, that wouldn't work. These radar RTP's are super comfy and really hold your foot in http://www.wakehouse.com/products/radar-adjustable-rear-toe-plate-rtp-2012.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller mlange Posted September 11, 2013 Baller Share Posted September 11, 2013 Sorry, but the ski sold about 30 mins after my post above. Should have doubled the price. :) Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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