If there was a oem hull 800 freestyle class who would compete

[onlyFX-1]

I'm just curious, if there was a OEM 800cc freestyle class on the national tour who would compete?

OEM hull
800cc max engine
Limited setup
Footholds
Hand holds


Seems like a perfect way to get people into the sport but keep cost low.

Would it be unfair if someone like me competed in that class? Or should it only be for new comers?

 

[Half flip95]

sure ill go make a fool of myself and flop around in-between motos... but i wont pay 80 bucks to do it.

 

[onlyFX-1]

No entree fee, just have to pay for a membership which is normally like $40 a year

 

[zimmy]

I would think AM hull or modified OEM hull with cc limitations would do better as it would mean flips and rolls are possible.

 

[Byeai]

I would say if u compete in high skill u shouldn't be aloud in lower classes at wf this year there was a huge debate about this in am class

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[jetpilot36]

OEM hull would mean Kawasaki, Yamaha, octane and what else? hydrospace?

 

[Half flip95]

3-D

 

[onlyFX-1]

I would think AM hull or modified OEM hull with cc limitations would do better as it would mean flips and rolls are possible.

But then you'd have to buy a AM hull to do good, wouldn't give the guy with a sj or sxr a chance if they allowed a $10,000 hull. Kinda defeats the purpose.

Is it really unfair to let a pro compete if he is also on a oem hull and limited setup, it's still just hood tricks

 

[Half flip95]

let the pros run. its all for poops n giggles anyways

 

[jetpilot36]

I would compete on a wavejammer.

 

[onlyFX-1]

OEM hull would mean Kawasaki, Yamaha, octane and what else? hydrospace?

Anything that's considered OEM. That list sums it up

 

[ph1lthy11y]

This sounds like a good idea would be alot of fun for the riders idk if people would be really into watching tho without flips and big air but still seems really fun

 

[Quinc]

This would be great. Make sure and check out the euro 800 class videos and get an idea of the tricks etc

 

[JoeD]

This would be super boring to watch. There are plenty of older affordable after market hulls on the market for entry level. Maybe a new class could be 800cc and glass hull?? Just my 2 cents. I totally agree there is a rediculous expensive barrier to be competitive, but don't feel it has to go back to old school.

 

[user_error]

imo i would rather see legit hood tricks and barrel rolls on OEM hulls than backflip after backflip consecutively for 2 minutes. it seriously gets old!

 

[Ducky]

Is it really unfair to let a pro compete if he is also on a oem hull and limited setup, it's still just hood tricks

Yes...I would stand no chance against you lol.

 

[user_error]

i also think that a REAL freestyle competitor makes it fun for the fans by mixing new school and old school. i give more credit to the people who can do an old school log roll and ride it out versus someone who can pull the throttle lean back and land a backflip on a new hull


how many people on here can actually ride out a legit turn sub or barrel roll an OEM hull

 

[Big Kahuna]

I guess none of you have seen Jeremy Parr compete on his SJ. It is not a spin and flip routine. 2008 was my last year to compete the writing was on the wall. I do not have 80 for a hull much less 12-14k for a 900cc comp motor. There is very little Amateur in A mater Freestyle now. The lowest score Amateur at Havasu would give Malone or Lenzi a run for their money if you put the 2004 runs against the current runs these amateurs are performing. Amateur or Novice freestyle should be about piecing together routines and ski handling

 

[crazy4sand]

I would love to see some old school tricks , ie log rolls nose stabs and hood tricks, they are entertaining to watch still

 

[shaunsteezy]

Id way rather see an unlimited class. Why support oem hull mfg if they dont support us? Jusss sayin.