Baller Justinspaff Posted April 18, 2023 Baller Share Posted April 18, 2023 So I am in the process of buying a new Slalom Ski. I am an amateur at best but love to ski. I run the course about 60% of the time and open water ski 40% of the time. I currently am riding a 2017 Connelly V, I do like the ski but I am interested in something new. I have considered upgrade info to a carbon v, the carbon omega max, and possibly a radar senate. I demoed a carbon Omni and liked how fast it was, but I did not like the back tail. It was too high in the water. I wasn’t able to dig around the bouy. That’s why I thought the carbon omega max would be a better choice. I work for a local boat shop they carry ho and Connelly if I want. The sales guys say Connelly hasn’t changed things in years with the build and shape of the ski. Maybe someone could give me a bit of advice on what ski to look into. Thanks! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Bufootin Posted April 18, 2023 Baller Share Posted April 18, 2023 Are you are mostly free skier, course skier or a little of both? IMHO D3 builds a great ski. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller richfoster Posted April 18, 2023 Baller Share Posted April 18, 2023 When you run the course what speed and line length? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Justinspaff Posted April 18, 2023 Author Baller Share Posted April 18, 2023 @BufootinI am about 60% course and 40% free ski. When I am with my uncle @escmanazeI run course. I would like to run the course more, But I have limited opportunities through the year. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Justinspaff Posted April 18, 2023 Author Baller Share Posted April 18, 2023 @richfosterI am running 30-32mph at 15 off. I need to get out more often.😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted April 18, 2023 Baller Share Posted April 18, 2023 Been riding Connelly for years. There have indeed been changes . Watch the 2019 Joel Howley video introducing the GTR. Some big changes with that ski. The DV8 with the ability to change tails is also very unique. Both of these are very deep riding skis that have tremendous grip you can feel. I’d really suggest you ride one as part of making an informed decision. These skis do like higher speeds and perform best at 34 & 36 but can also run 32. I wouldn’t recommend them below 32 though. As you’re riding Connelly now you should give their high end skis a ride. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Justinspaff Posted April 18, 2023 Author Baller Share Posted April 18, 2023 @MDB1056 thank you for your comments and opinion! I have really liked my Connelly ski so I should try something on the higher end. I think they make good products. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted April 18, 2023 Baller_ Share Posted April 18, 2023 Connelly skis typically ride deeper in the water than other skis, in part because they have a rounded tail that creates less tail lift as opposed to a ski with a square are “squarer” tail. This probably is what you feel and like with the V. The Connelly DV8 has interchangeable tails, round, square and in between, giving you the option to determine which works best for your style of skiing. Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ETskier Posted April 18, 2023 Baller Share Posted April 18, 2023 Their new Carbon V also has interchangeable tail pieces for a very reasonable cost. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller C5Quest Posted June 27, 2023 Baller Share Posted June 27, 2023 @Justinspaff What size are you looking for? I have a new 2022 65” Radar Lithium Senate I’m going to sell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted June 27, 2023 Baller Share Posted June 27, 2023 @C5Quest - just checking that you know this thread is from a couple of months ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDL144 Posted June 27, 2023 Share Posted June 27, 2023 6 minutes ago, C5Quest said: @Justinspaff What size are you looking for? I have a new 2022 65” Radar Lithium Senate I’m going to sell. How much are you asking? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller C5Quest Posted June 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted June 28, 2023 (edited) @MDB1056 Thanks I did see the date but ha never know. @BDL144 Probably around 600ish OBO. I think I used it once maybe. Edited June 28, 2023 by C5Quest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller blakeyates Posted June 28, 2023 Baller Share Posted June 28, 2023 @Justinspaff, HO has many choices. I was going to say the Syndicate or Carbon Omni but based on your demo, it sounds like you're looking for something different than the Omni. I believe you are on the right track with the Omega Max. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Justinspaff Posted July 27, 2023 Author Baller Share Posted July 27, 2023 On 6/27/2023 at 12:48 PM, C5Quest said: @Justinspaff What size are you looking for? I have a new 2022 65” Radar Lithium Senate I’m going to sell. I am looking mostly for a 67” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Justinspaff Posted July 27, 2023 Author Baller Share Posted July 27, 2023 On 6/28/2023 at 4:32 AM, blakeyates said: @Justinspaff, HO has many choices. I was going to say the Syndicate or Carbon Omni but based on your demo, it sounds like you're looking for something different than the Omni. I believe you are on the right track with the Omega Max. Yeah I skied the omega max over the weekend and it felt very similar to my Connelly. It did feel faster. But I didn’t notice much more aggression. What would you guys suggest if I want more aggression? @lpskier@ETskier@escmanaze Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BraceMaker Posted July 27, 2023 Baller Share Posted July 27, 2023 @Justinspaff what to you is aggression? Like the ski suddenly doing a hockey stop turn, stalling hard, and then you having to do a tug of war with the boat or? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted July 27, 2023 Baller Share Posted July 27, 2023 @Justinspaff as noted in earlier post - IMO Connelly builds an aggressive ski. GTR or DV8. Try one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Justinspaff Posted July 27, 2023 Author Baller Share Posted July 27, 2023 58 minutes ago, BraceMaker said: @Justinspaff what to you is aggression? Like the ski suddenly doing a hockey stop turn, stalling hard, and then you having to do a tug of war with the boat or? To me when I rode the senate it felt like if I leaned even a little left or right the ski wanted to turn and go that way. With the Connelly and HO I felt I would lean but I didn’t feel the ski wanting to turn? I think that’s what I would say is aggressive but I could be completely wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Justinspaff Posted July 27, 2023 Author Baller Share Posted July 27, 2023 34 minutes ago, MDB1056 said: @Justinspaff as noted in earlier post - IMO Connelly builds an aggressive ski. GTR or DV8. Try one. Ok I can give it a shot thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted July 27, 2023 Baller Share Posted July 27, 2023 just don't ski them at slow speeds. Best at 34-36. 32 slowest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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