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@Waternut Before I forget, please consider lowering those buoys. Ok, I meant to comment on your previous video and now see things are moving nicely in the right direction. If your lake is long enough, I'd recommend some gate changes. Start your out-move earlier and more intense to cast you out further. You'll be outside the 2, 4, 6 line earlier and with more speed. (Sorry, your speed might be alright but its hard to tell with a slow motion video but looking at your out-move makes me think more ski speed would help). It seems you drift in a bit before the turn-in for the gates. A more intense out-move will allow you to stand up with your ski on the left edge (by keeping your left shoulder facing out, more squared VS closed). To get more stacked advancing towards the gates, continue starting your slow roll in with the handle close and let it extend (arms start to straighten) and keep your elbows relaxed to your vest. This should allow the handle to find its place. Now do pretty much nothing. Stay very quiet and let the boat do your work. Keep that position and subsequent edge longer. In the video you should be able to see the bottom of your ski well into / past the second white water with 2 hands on the handle close to your core. This will help with your outbound and develop & maintain more (controlled) speed. Your left elbow should be well bent (right angle) still with both hands on the handle well after getting on the turning edge into buoy 1, 3, 5. The same is true for the right elbow going into 2, 4, 6. If a more intense out-move produces what seems to be too much speed, still, do not rush anything. Simply start your (slow) turn-in the same way but earlier and let the pressure build by itself as always. Sorry this post is getting a bit long. In summary, try: 1. Earlier & more intense out-move. It will give you more speed & width and allow you to pick your spot to roll in for the gates. 2. Don't let your shoulders rotate towards the gate during the glide. 3. Slowly roll in for the gates (before your speed diminishes to less than the boat) and rest your elbows to your vest while allowing your arms to relax and go straight. The handle should find its place and you'll be stacked. 4. Don't let your outside shoulder rotate in as you approach the buoys. You can try the described wake crossings without buoys and without attaching any turns. Use video even if not in the course. Keep up the great work and please keep us posted. That's a beautiful site!

First, thank you all for all your (much needed) help. At best, I'm a rookie regarding Relex. I had some hunches but you guys cleared things up. I took my first ride tonight. Wow! The ski is ultra sensitive! It's too early to further comment as I went back to an RTP. I couldn't get my foot in far enough since is too small... A new one is en route. Early signs are favorable! BTW, I set the release to about 4.5. @ral I took your advice and thermoformed the liner before skiing. They are so much more comfortable after doing so. It feels like my foot, liner and shell (and ski) are one. @gator1 I used hardshells many years ago and placed two spacers under the heel to help achieve toe pressure. I'm not sure how I could apply the cants but would like to learn more about it. RFF. @teammalibu and Deanoski Great point! I centered it before adjusting the release. @Gloersen Nice picture. I didn't cut the cuff as of yet. "...helps taming the tendency to turn one way..." could that be related to my off side aggressively overturning? (It was fine before). @ShaneH I received your message regarding the strap. My off side turn suddenly gets deep and turns real hard. I don't move forward into the turn. Instead, I flex my ankle. The strap is in the center hole and I'm suspicious the end of travel puts sudden pressure on the front of the ski and causes the above. Any thoughts? I plan to go to top hole before the next ride.

@KcSwerver Where are my manners? I just saw your post. That's the sort of information I'm hoping to hear! Thanks! @ral I'll most likely use, or at least start with, the Reflex (thin?) liner that came with it.

Thank you @ral I'll be going from double Stradas on a Sequence to the white cuff Reflex with an RTP. I welcome any & all recommendations and information.

@skifreak I have yet to try my Reflex and I'm guessing the front toe pressure changes significantly once the strap tightens. What issues were you having before you went to the top hole? And did other issues show up after the change?

You're running passes and I agree with @Killer saying "ditch the full rope for good." While I've never attempted skiing with a 75' line at any speed, I am thankful as I hear skiing 36 MPH (a long time ago for me) with the full line is a "hard" pass. Ski at -15; you've earned it! You came to the right forum for help! If you post a video I'm sure you'll get excellent feedback and immediately improve your skills. Keep it safe and fun. Good luck!

I hope I didn't distort matters in my previous post. At the time I did not have a ski. My buddy had a 68 demo and let me take a set. While I shortened the rope a couple of times I can only speculate how it would be at shoreline (thinking a 68 would be too long for me). In rather cold conditions, it was fine for me into mid 32. Suffice to say, great ski! Enjoy it.

TThe above ski was a Strada.

@masachan. I test drove a 68" 2013 in November or December. At 150 pounds it was a very nice ride. I agree with @Waternut that it is much easier to adjust a longer ski feel shorter than a shorter ski to feel longer.