Reaper vs V2X

Waverunner Eagle

Waverunner Eagle

Location
Citrus Heights, CA
I know there are a handful of threads out there that discuss every aspect of a Reaper, and how they compare to Blasters, MX1s, Vipers etc. I've read them all, and am thoroughly convinced I would love to own a Reaper. However, those threads are all very thin on details regarding the V2X (and coming V3X), especially in comparison to the Reaper. From what I gather, they are actually quite similar but with the Reaper being a little larger and more Blaster-like, vs the V2X being smaller and behaving much more like a standup.

I have been riding an uncut Blaster the last few years, and really loved everything about it besides the size and weight. I could do flatwater nosestabs if I really manhandled it, but overall it really didn't like to be airborne. I also have an X2 I enjoy riding, I think I even like it more than the Blaster most days. So given what I ride, and that I will typically be riding flatwater - does one ski (V2X or Reaper) sound like a better fit for me?

If you have either of those ski's, I would love to hear your thoughts. I'm planning on buying one or the other (used) this winter and am really unsure which direction to go
 
fastgtfairlane

fastgtfairlane

Location
Charlotte, NC
A v2x is going to ride like a shorter standup with a fixed steer hood. Not at all like a blaster. A reaper rides like a more playful blaster with more power. I've ridden both a v2x and a regular v2 and they both ride more like a rockered, shortened superjet. also ridden a 2020 reaper with the 997. When it ran, it was a ripper and pretty fun ski. Definitely a big step up from a blaster. I have a x2 myself that since I built a shortened, rockered superjet I haven't ridden much haha. Another friend has a v3 that honestly I liked better than any of them. But they're all setup a little differently. The v3 rode more flat. The v2x with a shorter ride plate was very nose high. It really depends what you want to do. The v2x/v2 is definitely the least cruising friendly of what you mentioned especially if the ride plate is cut. But also most capable of rolls and flips of the others. So if that's your goal, then v2 would be a good way to go. The reaper is flippable at least in the surf. Possibly with some skill off a boat wake.
 
Quinc

Quinc

Buy a Superjet
Location
California
Either will be more fun then an X2 or blaster! I would get whichever one you find a good deal on first. Might also be both at the Pismo freeride next month where you could look over both. And if you bring enough beer someone might even let you ride one. :)
 
Waverunner Eagle

Waverunner Eagle

Location
Citrus Heights, CA
Thank you for the insight, it does sound like I would be happy with either hull! The problem is I don't really know what I want from the ski, so I like the idea of just buying whatever pops up first.

I was actually going to check out your reaper back in 2019 at Pismo, but I never saw you out in the surf. It wasn't until after the event I saw that you had broken your leg! I was considering going next month, but all the camping passes are sold out - well that and I just sold my last running ski haha
 
Quinc

Quinc

Buy a Superjet
Location
California
Waverunner Eagle said:
Thank you for the insight, it does sound like I would be happy with either hull! The problem is I don't really know what I want from the ski, so I like the idea of just buying whatever pops up first.

I was actually going to check out your reaper back in 2019 at Pismo, but I never saw you out in the surf. It wasn't until after the event I saw that you had broken your leg! I was considering going next month, but all the camping passes are sold out - well that and I just sold my last running ski hahA
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Come up to Oroville and ride the afterbay next week and check it out.
 
truth609

truth609

Location
Wisconsin
I've owned both, feel free to pm me if you have any questions. On flat water I'd GREATLY prefer the v2x. The one pictured I sold to a buddy and is for sale currently.
 

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fastgtfairlane

fastgtfairlane

Location
Charlotte, NC
The v3 is a very nice hull. A riding buddy got one of the first few built and it definitely rides better than a v2 especially if you want a more "all around" ski that will do perform well on the lake as well in surf. Both hulls ride well I just prefer the slightly longer tray of the v3 over the v2
 
Waverunner Eagle

Waverunner Eagle

Location
Citrus Heights, CA
truth609 said:
I've owned both, feel free to pm me if you have any questions. On flat water I'd GREATLY prefer the v2x. The one pictured I sold to a buddy and is for sale currently.
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Ya I saw his ad! Right now I'm looking for a stripped down hull since I have a full SJ drivetrain ready to drop into something though (61X, mag 144, b pipe). I listed my SJ project for sale with the drivetrain to free up some cash and garage space, but I haven't been getting many bites on it. It's a rockered ski and it doesn't seem like the west coast has much interest in them
 
truth609

truth609

Location
Wisconsin
Waverunner Eagle said:
Ya I saw his ad! Right now I'm looking for a stripped down hull since I have a full SJ drivetrain ready to drop into something though (61X, mag 144, b pipe). I listed my SJ project for sale with the drivetrain to free up some cash and garage space, but I haven't been getting many bites on it. It's a rockered ski and it doesn't seem like the west coast has much interest in them
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Message him, he might be willing to sell as a bare hull. I had a rockered sj a few years ago, it was a fun ski!
 
FATislander66

FATislander66

Location
Long Island New York
Waverunner Eagle said:
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Sounds like a bunch of solid upgrades
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I know this may be a little late but I got my v3x and started riding it and it’s nice. Super stable and very predictable. You can slide the rear or lean forward and the nose digs in carves a tight turn. I don’t have much time on a v2x but I really like the v3x so far
 
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