Baller_ swbca Posted May 9, 2021 Baller_ Share Posted May 9, 2021 I saw a photo of a women competitor that had a ski case that was just a sleeve for the ski and fin, leaving the boots exposed. Not good for public transportation, but less bulky for day to day. Did some searches didn't find anything like that. Anyone see one of these ? The photo was at an angle that prevented seeing the graphics on her case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Broussard Posted May 9, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 9, 2021 Neoprene sleeve. Super popular. Radar: https://www.wakehouse.com/products/radar-neoprene-water-ski-sleeve-w-fin-protector-grey.html HO: https://www.wakehouse.com/products/ho-syndicate-slalom-water-ski-sleeve-w-fin-protector.html GOODE: https://store.goode.com/neoprene-water-ski-sleeve-with-fin-protector-pouch/ Connelly: https://www.connellyskis.com/2019neopreneslalomsheath.html . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skialex Posted May 9, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 9, 2021 I make my own out of fleece fabric and a nice Personalized embroidery on it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ral Posted May 9, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 9, 2021 D3: https://www.perfski.com/d3-slalom-ski-sleeve-osfm.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ISP6ball Posted May 9, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 9, 2021 The open boot sleeves are handy, but would be nice if they came with optional shoulder straps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BraceMaker Posted May 9, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 9, 2021 The ski it again ski togs have snaps to hold them on the ski. Agree on shoulder slings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller keithh2oskier Posted May 9, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 9, 2021 I got a neoprene sleeve a few weeks ago from Bennetts along with a new masterline rope. It was a little over $100 for both. The sleeve came with a fin protector which is awesome. I put it in my radar bag that has no padding with the rest of the gear. I'm pretty happy with that setup now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller vtjc Posted May 10, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 10, 2021 I have the Radar sleeve, great built in fin protector. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ swbca Posted May 10, 2021 Author Baller_ Share Posted May 10, 2021 @Broussard Just ordered the HO Syndicate Slalom Water Ski Sleeve I have a D3 ski but the syndicate sleeve looks like it has a cleaner design than the D3 sleeve. The branding on the Syndicate is understated unlike most of the others which have huge branding graphics. Thanks everyone ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller APB Posted May 10, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 10, 2021 Radar neo sleeve is so good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted May 11, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 11, 2021 HO neo sleeve is the best I've seen. Fin protector is far better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LOTW Posted May 11, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 11, 2021 FYI, I left my ski in the back of the truck in one of these and as we drove down a dirt road to get to the ski site my ski got covered in fine dust. To my dismay, someone tried to wipe it off and scratched my black '17 Pro Build, I was bummed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Garn Posted May 11, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 11, 2021 Here's one from HO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Nando Posted May 11, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 11, 2021 Another vote for the HO Syndicate neo sleeve. Got mine for $49.95. Fits my 68" Goode just fine and if I travel, I just put it inside my SportTube with my vest and neo top (plus some extra foam tip and tail) and it's good to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller DonT Posted May 12, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 12, 2021 @Garn didn't you say once that the HO sleeve doesn't fit 69 Omni Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Frank_MA Posted May 12, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 12, 2021 The HO sleeve fits to the 69 Omni Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LLLCCC Posted May 12, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 12, 2021 The miami nautique neoprene sleeve has a shoulder strap and fin protector Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Garn Posted May 12, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 12, 2021 @DonT Sleeve fits but their case doesn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted May 13, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 13, 2021 I looked at the sleeves and thought, why? Ended up with a D3 padded slalom bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller slow Posted May 14, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 14, 2021 Bindings dry easier while protecting the ski Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Broussard Posted May 15, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 15, 2021 Allows the bindings to dry out which is especially helpful in humid environments (Louisiana and Florida). Protection with the ability to access bindings (helpful if you are running a hardshell and want to grab the boot off). Also great protection for putting a ski in a three event bag or sport tube. My thoughts on padded bags are exactly the same - why? . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skialex Posted May 15, 2021 Baller Share Posted May 15, 2021 Neoprene sleeves are good for carrying your ski around or when traveling in a padded bag or sport tube... but as you want your boots exposed in order to dry faster, you should also want the tail and fin area to be able to dry too. There is always water trapped inside the fin box and this is the main reason you see blisters in the tail area and rotten aluminum when you store your ski in one for a long period. Goode makes a neoprene sleeve that opens on the back and can leave the fin box exposed too. Also personally don’t know how a built in plastic tube protects your fin, especially from moving when it’s pressed and sits against the fin. Best solution that does not touches the fin nor fin box and leave them exposed to dry, is the Finfirkin fin protector. This is a picture of a finfirkin on my ski... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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