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Getting tired of how ripped up my hands get. Got new gloves last weekend and buddy of mine mentioned he’s trying to hold handle with fingers only. The physics make me think there would be less wear and tear with fingers only.

I've seen a couple older discussions on this, but wanted to see some stats. Please include details (like how ripped up your hands get - or not).

@balsamcutter I got that exact wake shaper to try with my 18TXi, along with a 1k sack. Found a place to mount (maybe a little low). Wave looked better to my eyes, but my buddies didn’t like it as much. May need to fine tune a bit. Also - engine sounded like it was laboring with the shaper in place, much better without. Anyone else experience this (or worry about transmission wear with a DD boat)?

Thanks! Any change in wake or tracking when you swapped to 525?

Has anyone else experienced an extended break in period (boat started out on slow side and eventually performed well closer to 200 hrs)?? First I’ve heard of this.

My 18TXi, 6L, with the 515 (at about 500ft above sea level) gets similar comments from my buddies - little slow out of the hole (but tolerable), but we have a short setup and getting to 34 before the gates is hard. Based on this thread, thinking of testing either a 525 or the OJ 337 @Conor mentions above. Leaning towards the 525, but looking for input. Seems like our elevations are significantly different, maybe making the 337 too much. Also, are the stock props (515/525) all Acme props, or someone else’s? And - @Conor, you mentioned earlier OJ was cutting a TXi specific prop, is that the 337? Thank!

Searched for this but didn’t find much. Can anyone point me toward resources on how to fine tune a TXI’s wake? Been skiing behind Malibu’s for years and always loved small wake. Wife and I purchased a new TXi this year, but wake seems bigger than expected at 32 and above (biggish rooster tail). Any guidance on adding weight or other adjustments to fine-tune?

I haven’t tested in extreme conditions (probably only 55ish water) but @adamhcaldwell told me while visiting Trophy Lakes that he uses the Blacktec instead of a dry suit now. I will say, because it’s thin, you barely notice it’s there.

I’m 6’4” 200lbs and the Camaro Blacktec 1.5mm Large fits great (if not a little tight). Would probably be perfect at your weight. And VERY warm.

Had this problem really bad for years - nothing but nose clips worked. Also had terrible head pain when landing during flying. Finally went to Allergist and ENT who scoped my nose. She thought I might have narrow sinus cavities, which would make me more susceptible to problems draining my nose after a fall (fixable with minor surgery). But after allergy tests came back, turns out I had an unknown dust mite allergy. The dust mites (likely in my bed/pillow) inflamed my sinuses all night long, right before I'd go ski at dawn. Allergist put me on daily Flonase and I didn't get "lake allergies" once last year. Go see an Allergist and an ENT! Good luck!

Not to worry @escmanaze! Did a lot of research after your post and I had my fingers crossed. Hope is not lost, I think this tech could be a ground-breaking tool in ski-training. I’m a big believer in video as a training tool, and exciting tech like Rylo is what we need to be trying.

No worries @escmanaze, Amazon has a 30-day return policy ;). Plus, it’s some very interesting tech I likely can use at work - well worth the exploratory cost! Regarding the zooming, it will let you zoom slightly, but not nearly enough. There’s just not enough resolution. Yeah, mostly curious about the training benefits of that last angle. My friends and I rarely pop handles - and I think the way Rylo is built, it would likely withstand a normal wipe out. The possible video would be pretty amazing! I’ve also been considering getting a drone, and saw a you tube post where someone put a Rylo on a Drone. Wondering about parking one over a turn ball to record the approach, rounding, and away - all without running a camera. Just set it and forget it for 25min of drone flight. Could be some amazing video.

Based on another discussion (New Prostar gopro pylon mount), I went ahead and ordered a Rylo 360 camera (www.rylo.com) to test as a possible replacement to pylon mounted/rope-tracking camera (like Wakeye). I read a ton about this guy online, but admittedly was a bit doubtful that it would work due to the wide angle lens. The short answer is sadly - NO. The Rylo doesn't work well for in-boat filming of waterskiing. Below is a photo of a 15off mock-up in my yard - way too small to see detail. I then also took a photo at 38off, still too small. But there might be hope for the Rylo and waterskiing - what if we developed a mount for the handle? I'm thinking something like a handle-guard with the Rylo mounted to it, with some floatation added to keep it all from sinking (see photo below) The beauty of this position is - the seam between the two lenses would fall right where the handle is, and you'd have a complete view of your body and ski positioning (photo below) The two questions I have for all of you are: 1. Do you think this view is as helpful for training purposes as one from within the boat? 2. How crazy (in terms of risk to camera and risk to others) is mounting a camera to the handle? The good news is the Rylo weighs very little - so not much added to the handle. I think I'm more worried about a popped handle and the shock to the camera (camera insurance?). 15-off 38-off Possible handle mounting position Still image from resulting video

Regarding the Rylo, based on this post I went ahead and ordered one to test The short answer is sadly - NO. The Rylo doesn't work well for in-boat filming of waterskiing. I started a different discussion (here) with the details and photos, as well as an idea about using the Rylo as a handle mounted camera.

What I’m sensing from this pole is that people are skiing earlier, in colder conditions than I thought. So what water/air temp is it for that first ski (and is it in a dry or wet suit)? For us in NY, it’s usually been late May, mid 60s water temp, with either wet suit or just a bathing suit. Seems like we shouldn’t be such wimps!

Just saw this video of guys up in Nantucket earlier this week! Surfing the “Slurpee Waves”! https://goo.gl/9Yo2A9

That’s dedication! Beautiful footage too! Watched it with my wife tonight. She thought they were crazy (this from the person who bought me a dry suit for Christmas!). Pretty sure I know what that says about me.

Anyone have experience with these? Lots of positive writing online, but I’m worried they haven’t been tested enough (on boats at least). Please let me know which brand and if you also coated the interior surfaces.

@DW - I've also skied and been in the 17 Prostar - like it a lot too (both as a skier and in the boat). Only thing I don't love is the fold-up seat that you have to step over to get into the bow (I've actually haven't seen that in the folded position in person - but just looked at photos online). Regarding the computer - I'm a believer that the more sh*t you have in the boat, the more that's eventually going to break. I've been looking hard at the NON-MO version (without the large touchpanel). I don't really know for certain if the "computer" is any different in the Non-MO version - I just assume less is going on (anyone know details about this?). Related question - how is the ZO different (in terms of ski-related features - not visuals) on the MO vs. non-MO versions?

Hey Everyone - first post, so thanks in advance for the answers The wife and I are looking to buy our first new boat, and we are eyeing a 2018 TXI. I've been a Malibu fan since I started skiing (my buddy's Sportster has the flattest wake on our lake). For us this will be a long-term investment - ideally lasting us 10-20 years. But this will be our only boat, so creature comforts (like the walk-through open bow) are super important. But reliability is too - the closest Malibu dealer is over an hour away from our small lake. I've now skied behind the 17 TXI a couple times at ski schools. From a skier's POV - it seems great. Easy up, lots of pull, and the historically flat wake. But while my buddies are skiing, I always climb into the boat and ask the driver what they think - and to be honest, I've been surprised by the gripes. In addition, I've read most of what's been posted on BoS about the 17 TXI, including this epic thread (New 2017 Response) and the complaints that rise to the top are: Slow out of the hole (not been an issue for me, but my buddies complained about this too) "Issues" with the computer (mentioned by both drivers without a lot of elaboration) A rattle behind the port and starboard side panels Long delay (15sec??) when computer turns on Rear compartment lids and gas cap catching the tow rope Taking on water (apparently due to loose swim platform from the factory) Rudder fine-tuning (I understand from another thread that rudder trims are being added for the 18's) My only observed complaint was the noise/vibration I felt in both of the TXI's (this might relate to #3 above) - just seemed louder than I expected. 17 TXI Owners - I was looking for input on two things: - What's been your experience with your 17? What problems have you had, and how did Malibu deal with them? - Does anyone know if Malibu is dealing with any of these issues in the 18 TXI (maybe @Chad_Scott could chime in here?) Again, I'm a huge Malibu fan, and I like what I see in the 17 TXI over the 17 ProStar, but I want to make sure we're investing in a boat that's going to last.