First stand up

[mkm492]

I am looking to buy my first stand up, and I have found a good deal on a modded SXi Pro. I know everyone says SJ are the
way to go, but I just want it for carving on a lake and some basic tricks. I'm too old and wore out to to go in the surf or get too crazy. Besides, SJ's
cannot be found here in central Virginia. I do like to go fast, and this seems to be a pretty fast ski. Any opinions or advice is appreciated.

 

[tor*p*do]

Kawi is a decent starter ski
I enjoyed my 750sx for a season then handed it down to my son and got a SJ
Fun ride, good ski, but not ideal for freestyle
If you are not hardcore, it will be fine
Oh, and WELCOME TO THE X!!!!!!!!!!! :Banane25:

 

[ger87410]

I recommend a tricked out 550.
I get flak for it though. :smile:

Everyone will say it doesn't have enough power, yada yada.

I say: go to a free ride and ask to ride some people's skis.

 

[stredman]

Agreed. The sx skis are a lot of fun for carving and simple jumping in flat water. I think that's what everyone starts with up here.

 

[typhoontommy]

From what you have said, then an SXR is the boat for you -- carving and simple jumps and tricks..The SXR is very fast right out of the box, but add a couple mods and it really moves.

For freestyle no question the super jet and aftermarket hulls are the way to go.

 

[Gainera2582]

Get the sxi pro if its a good deal. Its a bit lighter than the sxr and easier to throw around.

 

[brett]

all comes down to the money. if spending over 2gs find a superjet or sxr

 

[ger87410]

all comes down to the money.

x2

 

[afraz1er]

i agree with ger87410, you can't beat a modded 550. lightweight and agile

 

[vjhardcore]

Go with the 750 if the moneys right. Nothing wrong with that ski for carving/simple fun. Enjoy and welcome to the X.