Freestyle Superfreak Pole length

[sportfish258]

I just realized My RRP pole really won't work that well with the new Freak . You can't run a pole spring = RRP out period . I like the x metal adjustable , but think I would prefer a Tem carbon pole . What length are you all running ? I know there are a lot of variables just want a rough Idea . How does the x adjustable work ? long enough , to short , have an x metal custom cut ?

Thanks freakers

 

[Big Kahuna]

I installed an adjustable XMetal on Wastelands SJ back in the early fall, Really liked it. Considered selling my -2 XMetal and swapping but no real need.

Go with the XMetal.

 

[munki63]

Why cant you run a spring?

 

[Buckwild12]

I havent gotten my freak yet, but I have the adjustable pole Its awesome, just 3 bolts and make it longer or shorter. great design, I did see one break after 40 minutes of ride time at wavedaze though.

 

[Aircraftsalz]

I'm running a XM adjustable pole, works great on my flatwater ski. I have it at -5 with a short steering. Really need another - 1 maybe -2 for a pure flatwater ski.

Surf I think you would need a custom XM adjustable, another Badass buyer had XM make a custom pole that has +1 but will go to -2.

 

[freestylegeek]

...another Badass buyer had XM make a custom pole that has +1 but will go to -2.

And that guy will be running a pole spring too. I have a feeling I'll be the guy that helps him install it.

 

[Matt_E]

I just got my carbon pole from Tem on Friday. It's 40 inches.
I posted pics in my build thread.

 

[Sanoman]

I just realized My RRP pole really won't work that well with the new Freak . You can't run a pole spring = RRP out period . I like the x metal adjustable , but think I would prefer a Tem carbon pole . What length are you all running ? I know there are a lot of variables just want a rough Idea . How does the x adjustable work ? long enough , to short , have an x metal custom cut ?

Thanks freakers

l'm running a pole spring with my rrp set up.And using a xm pole bracket.

 

[Billybo455]

yeah, but the badass doesn't use a simple pole bracket. i'd like to see if you guys can get a spring setup to work. i had an xmetal adjustable on mine. at -2 it was to long for flat and to short for riding surf stance. i think a stock length pole for surf guys and flat water needs atleast -5

 

[Sanoman]

yeah, but the badass doesn't use a simple pole bracket. i'd like to see if you guys can get a spring setup to work. i had an xmetal adjustable on mine. at -2 it was to long for flat and to short for riding surf stance. i think a stock length pole for surf guys and flat water needs atleast -5

Your right,man.l forgot Tem has it set up with it built into the ski.My bad.....

 

[Sanoman]

yeah, but the badass doesn't use a simple pole bracket. i'd like to see if you guys can get a spring setup to work. i had an xmetal adjustable on mine. at -2 it was to long for flat and to short for riding surf stance. i think a stock length pole for surf guys and flat water needs atleast -5

Your right.l forgot,Tem has his set up built into the ski.My bad....

 

[sportfish258]

So start with a minus 2 costom pole and the audjustment in the pole will give you another 3 or so inches. Is that right? Gets confusing with all the different turnplates etc.

 

[tipafew]

And that guy will be running a pole spring too. I have a feeling I'll be the guy that helps him install it.

Ha, yes you will!

 

[Berky]

Blake is right on , stockish length pole for surf 38" to 40" and -6" to -3" for FW freestyle. Yes Kevin, Turnplates can vary up to 4" so that plays a big part.

 

[tipafew]

I am tall and have a bad back. I run a -4 pole on my superjet. When I rode Tem's ski with a -2 on flat water it was pretty good for me. I could see myself wanting a touch more length in the surf though so I custom ordered a +1 to -2. Just got it about a week ago. Takes a while longer to get the custom length so order it early. If I had a better back I might have gone a little shorter..... maybe just 0 to -3.

It's really all guessing until I get some ride time on it. Pole length is definitely a personal preference thing.

 

[sportfish258]

OK

1. This build will be a flat water / boat chaser


2. I have an adjustable x pole and their adjustable turn plate on my second ski that I can swap . The length adjusted to it's shortest position is 38 " measured from the pole bolt to the center point of the bars.


3. Does the Freak bracket place the pole further forward netting a shorter pole if so how much ?


4 . If the answer to question 3 is NO , then I should order a custom MINUS 5 /6 ? pole . That would be a full flat water set up . I would then be able to let it out 5 inches or so at the plate /pole if I changed my mind .


5. I know I'm making this hard

 

[tipafew]

I think the mounting location is 5" forward from a Superjet. However, it doesn't feel like it's that far forward because the tray is also forward. For flat water a std. X metal adjustable -2 to -5 would probably be about perfect. Just use the one off your second ski.

 

[Matt_E]

I'm really really hoping the length of my carbon pole is right.
If not, it'll be for sale.

 

[Crab]

you will be fine, fine adjustments made with bars and turnplate. lol