New Waveblaster steering on the market from California

[Quinc]

I bought the double spring version of the steering since I am (230). However, after riding it pretty hard the last few days I have yet to push the steering down even half way.

If you are interested in one email Chris:
Chris.Ganister@gmail.com

Pros:
-Built like a tank with great looking welds - This thing looks and feels like you could throw it against a train and it would hurt the train.
-Built in steering stops
-No slop
-Uses and comes with a new set of stock bushings
-Can be adjusted for more throw
-Great customer service - I text Chris with some questions on installing the steering and he texted back right away.



Cons:
-It could be considered a con that it uses bushings vs bearings, but it feels really smooth to me. I will need to compare it to @chucktor's UMI next time he comes to the lake! =P


I will update this thread after more use and a weekend at Pismo. If anyone wants to check it out during the Pismo free ride let me know.

Throw compared to Stock Steering:

 

[jpweeks173]

Now that's a weld. Looks solid as ****! How much does it weigh? American made for the win.

 

[Quinc]

Now that's a weld. Looks solid as ****! How much does it weigh? American made for the win.

It is heavy! Noticed a big difference just opening the hood.

 

[Johnny Africa]

Cost? Looks good!

 

[Quinc]

Cost? Looks good!

Single spring 350$ shipped
double spring is 399$ shipped.

 

[krawler98]

Nice looking steering. Another option out there for the blaster guys!


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[stuntbikemike]

is it possible to get one clamp for that?. we got one over here but need one clamp.

 

[stuntbikemike]

Are you sure that's a good email . Having trouble sending . need plate that bolts to hood . Really glad I found this thread . I thought it was a yamaha part

 

[Quinc]

Are you sure that's a good email . Having trouble sending . need plate that bolts to hood . Really glad I found this thread . I thought it was a yamaha part

You can try sending him a pm on pwctoday.

http://www.pwctoday.com/showthread.php?t=439668&highlight=steering

 

[stuntbikemike]

My mail was messed up. Got it set and sent him email. Thanks.

 

[Quinc]

Video of it in action.

 

[bensnacks]

I emailed him recently, hope he's still making them.

 

[Quinc]

@CarterB is selling a significant better steering.

 

[bensnacks]

Yea, the KP system is incredible, just hard to snag them after a run is made. The demand way exceeds the supply.

 

[orangefinger]

does the spring have any function ?

 

[Quinc]

The spring deff helps. Mostly when you hit a wave weird and the front of the ski slams into the water. I have bottomed out the spring a couple of times.

 

[orangefinger]

so its like an actual steering damper ? wow... next thing they will use a mono shock like motorcycle

 

[Quinc]

Not like a steering dampner on a mx. Doesnt help with "tank slapping" just takes some strain off the arms and back. The steering is a Yamaha waveraider steering that the guy is modifing to match the waveblaster bolt pattern.

 

[sturat]

I am extremely satisfied with my buy from Chris... Easily the best money I've ever spent on a ski. No arm or wrist pump after hard sessions.

 

[Quinc]

Update on mine, the bolt holes became oblong after a while. I had another stem made out of steel. Picked up another new one for my Reaper and after a few uses the bushing is a bit worn and she has a lot of play in her. Next steering with be a umi or KP.