- Location
- md
I want to get started in sking and not sure what i need and looking help in picking the right ski. Would also like to know what shouldgo into consideration when choosing the right ski.
Thanks
Thanks
Other new and dont know where to start
- Thread starter horsinaround930@yahoo.com
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yamaslut
kill it
- Location
- Daytona Beach, Florida
Super jet any year... and learn how to ride it and get comfortable on it. people on this site will try to convince you to buy a bunch of crap you don't need, don't listen to them and just ride and learn how to control the ski good. then start thinking about some handling mods, then eventually engine mods..
baxt3r
BBQ
- Location
- Charlotte, NC
Get a reliable ski. Make sure everything is as it should be. Others will certainly chime in and be more specific.
A few things I have learned in the past few months (I'm pretty new, too).....don't snap up the first ski you find. It might not be a great deal and it may not be what you want. Get out and ride as much as you can. You will fall, so get used to it. Its only water until you start running full throttle. At full throttle its liquid concrete. Keep a set of tools with you in case of a break down (wrenches, sockets, spark plugs, maybe some fuel and cooling line (others will add more)).
Things to look for in a ski.....
- good compression
- good engine mounts
- good pump section
- no cracks in hull
- not missing any parts,cables, hoses
-do you need a trailer? will a pickup truck be good enough for you?
A few things I have learned in the past few months (I'm pretty new, too).....don't snap up the first ski you find. It might not be a great deal and it may not be what you want. Get out and ride as much as you can. You will fall, so get used to it. Its only water until you start running full throttle. At full throttle its liquid concrete. Keep a set of tools with you in case of a break down (wrenches, sockets, spark plugs, maybe some fuel and cooling line (others will add more)).
Things to look for in a ski.....
- good compression
- good engine mounts
- good pump section
- no cracks in hull
- not missing any parts,cables, hoses
-do you need a trailer? will a pickup truck be good enough for you?
WaveDemon
Not Dead - Notable Member
- Location
- Hell, Florida
I pretty much agree but if you can afford 96 and newer it would be better.
- Location
- Fort Sask, AB
96 or newer SJ will give you all you need and you can mod as you start progressing.. I would stay away from anything heavily modified for your first ski. Find something close to stock thats in good shape if you can. The 96+ SJ will be the best all around ski, you can rip around and carve or start with the freestyle basics.. Then when you progress you add the footholds, pipe, head etc etc etc etc.. In the end your budget decides what you ride and anything that gets you out on the water is good!
Peter123
C-Note
- Location
- Houston, TX
I would throw in that if you can by a ski from a member here (known member), that would be best. I bought my SJ from RMBC on this site. I had a few minor issues with it, and he was GREAT about helping me work through them. Getting any kind of assistance after the sell from a ski bought via CL or eBay would probably be rare; whereas, it would probably be most likely from a ski bought here. Just my $.03.
- Location
- Windsor Ontario Canada
I 100% agree with the above posts. However I would only buy a Superjet with a 701 in it. The 650 just doesn't have the power. If you buy a 96+ SJ you won't need another ski for a long time! The aftermarket industry is huge for superjets!!
Also, buying from a member here is an excelletn idea. Memebers on here usually only sell to upgrade. There skis are often well cared for and tastfully modded. Can't really go wrong!
Hope this helps!
heebs
Also, buying from a member here is an excelletn idea. Memebers on here usually only sell to upgrade. There skis are often well cared for and tastfully modded. Can't really go wrong!
Hope this helps!
heebs
- Location
- md
Thanks guys, i guess im on the hunt now not in any rush prolly wont actually buy till next season.want to be sure i find a good ski and not pay to much
- Location
- Oroville, CA, USA
Hey guys, just bought an 87 js550 about two months ago. I'm wondering if anyone could please tell me what the water box is for exactly, exhaust or weight?
- Location
- Shippensburg, PA
where in md are you? i live in pa, but ride in western md (hagerstown area) almost every weekend. i have a 2000 superjet you are more than welcome to test out, and my riding buddy has a 1992 750sx that you could probably try out also.
- Location
- savannah/hilton head
^wtf??????? where did that come from. that was way left field. you should start a new post in the 550 section
- Location
- Oroville, CA, USA
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oh calm down, just trying get some info, you dont own this site
oh calm down, just trying get some info, you dont own this site
- Location
- Oroville, CA, USA
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im not going to keep arguing......
im not going to keep arguing......
That's the best advise yet.Learn how to ride the ski first.
Good.
- Location
- md
Im in southern md in mechanics ville we ride my buddys wave runners in chaptico wharf
- Location
- md
Oh an another thing,im 6'3" 185 pounds will i have any problems riding with my height? And if so are there any nods that would help with them?
- Location
- savannah/hilton head
you'll be fine to start. like others said, get used to it as a stock ski and mod as necessary. but to answer your question, a shorter handpole and a shortened turn plate help with height. i am 6'2" and have mine shortened to -8.5 with the bracket pole and turnplate. some people think its too short but it works great for me. you will have to experiment a bit with stuff. it will also help if you come to some of the bigger events cuz then you can check out and maybe ride other peoples ski's. wavedaze would be a good one for you to come to since your close. check it out.
- Location
- md
When and where is that? And do any of you guys have any skis for sale? I wouldn't mind a project either im fully capable of working on them and kinda want a winter project. And thanks again for the help guys seems like a pretty good forum.