Slingshot Info Thread
It was suggested in another thread that we should have a place to discuss the various Slingshot boards. I agree and am trying to create a thread for that purpose. I am far from an expert on their boards, but I did gather some information from their website to get this thread rolling. If you have any questions for others to answer, or want to give your opinion, please do so.
Whip http://ride.slingshotsports.com/core...0d5e9aa92f62c2 (135, 139, 143) Continuous Rocker Atomic C Core V Bottom Molded Fins $549 Lyman http://ride.slingshotsports.com/core...98891a8819986f (136, 140, 144) Subtle 3-Stage Rocker Atomic C Core V Bottom Molded Fins $549 Newton http://ride.slingshotsports.com/core...aea76a4f86ba67 (137, 142, 145) Continuous Rocker Atomic C Core Single Concave Molded Channel $499 Kine http://ride.slingshotsports.com/core...3ac850275547ee (137, 141, 145) Subtle 3-Stage Rocker Atomic C Core Dual Molded Channels $499 Hooke http://ride.slingshotsports.com/core...e277809e467d10 (134, 138, 142, 146) 3-Stage Rocker Atomic C Core Double V Molded Channels $499 Shredtown http://ride.slingshotsports.com/core...cbb710731a61dc (135, 139, 143) Continuous Rocker Atomic C Core $419 Response http://ride.slingshotsports.com/core...809f1fdd59edc1 (137, 142, 145) Continuous Rocker Atomic Core $419 Reflex http://ride.slingshotsports.com/core...006bdc7f33b079 (137, 141, 145) Subtle 3-Stage Rocker Atomic Core $419 Recoil http://ride.slingshotsports.com/core...c268921c0e6d09 (134, 138, 142, 146) 3-Stage Rocker Atomic Core $419 Choice http://ride.slingshotsports.com/Choice_Together.jpg (137, 142) Continuous Rocker Bio Sensor Core $319 |
Hooke, Newton and Kine are all part of the Ballistic Series. These decks are a little stiffer but offer more pop than the standard decks. They use the Atomic C core which is made from 100% Colombian Gold wood. The Ballistic Series is also the only series of decks from Slingshot with the all wood bottom, the picture of the Lyman is a proto board, it actually has a black bottom.
LYMAN - This board also uses the Atomic C core although it is not part of the Ballistic Series. First Slingshot to feature molded fins. This board is thicker and stiffer than any other Slingshot deck, but still manages to flex. Not as much flex as my 09 Recoil but still I will was surprised at the amount of flex. This is probably the most aggressive board on the market and it lands softer than any board its class guaranteed. Recoil/Response/Reflex- The boards that started it all. Flat bottoms, wood cores and Urethane sidewalls. For the price you pay for these decks they are worth every penny. Won't ride with the speed or pop of their Ballistic counter parts but will be more than enough board for 90% of people out there. I love 09 Recoil so much I refused to sell it when I got my Lyman. (I usually always sell my boards when I'm done.) I know nothing about the Whip. I will have a choice in my hands next week (just picked one up for my little brother.) If anybody has any Slingshot questions you can shoot me a PM. |
Got a 145 kine for the boat and don't think I will be switching from slingshot for a few seasons yet, came from a Watson hybrid and slingshot ballistic boards are everything the Watson wasn't. Perfect amount of flex for the boat. Just wish we had stockist where I'm from so i could buy more without having to wait a month at a time.
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Thanks fellas!
It just seems like I cant go wrong with a ballistic series. Ive come from a long line of subtle 3 stage boards, but the last few seasons have been on the tribute. I wanted more speed than my old premier and era boards and it was the right move. Also, I've always been in the 140/142 area at 6' tall. I'm really considering the kind/newton 145. I'm not opposed to the whip or Lyman but just am worried they won't have enough noticeable flex. Thoughts? |
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Not a ton of flex in the Lyman compared to the rest of the line up but tons of speed, pop and it holds a great line. |
I currently ride an '09 Murray. I'm looking to get something different this year. I have ridden both the Response and the Recoil, and like the recoil better of the two. However, they are a little too "loose" for me. How do the boards with bottom features ride compared to the two I've been on?
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if you like the recoil better but want something with a little more tracking loot at a hooke.
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I've always loved a looser ride-a snowboard feel, but felt the response didn't hold quite as well as I wanted. Yeah it might have been bad form or relying on channels too much over the years, but it really forced you to concentrate on perfect edge hold to the top...otherwise an early release which effects pop and everthing else. I'm assuming the ballistic channels arent really a ton better but likely the perfect amount needed.
I won't rule out the Hooke either, but it reminds me why I'm glad this thread is rolling-the slingshot line up is just tough to get water time before a purchase. For me anyway... Still would love to hear everyone's thoughts on going a bit longer. A repped slingshot rider was saying he was going to bump up a size to get more flex behind the boat and on rails. |
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Has some major pop with soft landings but is very loose |
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He might ride the Lyman with no bolt on fins only the moulded?
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Thinking about trying the Whip. No dealers to demo from near me. Currently ride a 2011 Viva. Looking for flex board for boat that will be a little looser than the Viva. Whip or some other board? Thanks
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I rode the 2011 Kine all last summer and then bought a 2012 last fall. I decided to sell the new Kine because of the changes they made in the 2012 line up. Supposedly the 2012 boards in general are a little on the stiff side as compared to previous years and I didn't like how stiff my new Kine was. It felt really looked in and fast during cuts. It wasn't nearly as playful as the 2011 and loose on the water, which is likely what they wanted to happen for 2012 to distinguish between the team series and ballistic series. I feel like any of the slingshot boards would be great behind boat it just depends on if you want that loose, playful feel or the more locked in, aggressive style board. I ended up buying a 2012 reflex for boat because I enjoy buttering around but also wanted that straight up pop the Kine had.
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wish someone would do this for CTRL
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I'm starting to think its between the Kine and Hooke.
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I have an 03 210 and I dunno why but I only enjoy 3 stage off that wake. The Lyman rips that wake apart. The last continuous board I rode was a hype tfd.
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I was on the Premier and Era for so long and just wanted more speed, which is why I switched to the Tribute (Nelson is one of my heroes too). So the hooke and lyman need to be thrown into the mix as well since were on the same wake. The big question I have about the Lyman is, does it flex enough? |
^^ Depends on what you're used to. It will flex more than the tribute. It has plenty of flex for me and I was riding an 09 recoil before this and that board has a lot of flex. The Lyman and Hooke are both using the atomic c core which is the stiffest in the line. You will get more flex from the Hooke than the Lyman but you may also want to look at a recoil which is a blast behind the 210. My recommendation would be to get a Hooke as it is the best of both worlds.
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Digging the Kine and Hooke...actually they all look really awesome.
Any suggestions for cable riding? |
Response reflex or shredtown.
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Why do you recommend those three decks? Why over the Ballistics?
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More flex, all have urethane sidewalls for durability. Shred town will have least flex as atomic c core is stiffer but poppier.
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Slingshot's boards are all so good this year.
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^^ you can't speak until we get more lipsmack.
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Anybody ride the Whip behind boat yet? Thoughts?
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i currently ride an 09 lyman limited. want to make the switch to slingshot for several reasons. I love howloose my Lyman is. Im looking at the recoil, how does the looseness compare to the LF lyman? Also wanting to go back to an aggressive three stage.
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I've never ridden the Lyman, but I'm shredding the 2012 Recoil on boat and cable day in and day out. The other day I took a rare set on a "traditional" board, the LF Witness. It made me realize just how comparatively tight my Recoil is.
The biggest difference between a Slingshot and any other board is the edges. They're sharp and thin, like the rails of a snowboard, and they flat out bite. Even though the screw-in fins are small and the bottom is totally flat and featureless, the Recoil tracks hard. It's probably not the best board for a beginner, as it can easily overpower a rider with weak or sloppy edge control. Edge catches are going to suck. HARD. However, when used correctly, the edges can generate one hell of a cut. As for the pop, well, I've never ridden anything else like it. It's unreal. The kick you get from the snappy flex in the tail is just incredible. It's addictive! |
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It's the same feeling, but stiffer and better made. There's still enough flex for rails. I'm not sure if it pops any better. It's slightly heavier, but that's a price I'm willing to pay because it stands up to abuse better than the 2010 did.
Slingshot's construction really has come a long way in two years, but the ride is very similar. |
That's really saying something too because I thought my 2009 Recoil was built at top notch quality. But then I got my Lyman and my little brother picked up the Choice and you can see they have come a long way in their first 5 years.
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with bored would be better for the boat recoil or the hooke i want a really fun board
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recoil or response depending on whether you like 3 stage or continuous, these boards will be flexier than boards like the hooke or newton because the atomic core vs atomic c core. atomic c is stiffer.
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I'd recommend the Hooke over the Recoil for pure boat riding. That's what it's made for. The softer Recoil is more of a cable/crossover board.
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Anyone who is interested or in Orlando!
Lipsmack world premiere May 12th at the Plaza Live in Orlando,FL Saturday Night! Going to be awesome. Tons of giveaways, boards, swag. Free ENTRY! |
I wish that there was a northern California premier!
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'11 Response here. I love being able to break it loose or get on edge and have the softest landings I have ever experienced. Such a fun board.
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I got a hooke and I'm hooked
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These boards are nothing short of amazing. I switched over from LF Witness this year and got both a recoil 146 and response 145. I've ridden both behind the boat and have to say they absolutely perform as advertised. Both pop very well (although a different, more tail heavy pop) and send you straight up and down wake to wake. The landings are soft even out in the flats.
My primary reason for switching was an effort to try and take it easy on my right knee which is two years out from ACL reconstruction. I'm so much more confident on these boards and am loving the way they ride. I'm able to ride harder and go bigger without the hard landings. |
Bottom line you can't go wrong with slingshot, just got some 2012 rad boots, riding them this weekend. If you buy fom slingshot then you will guaranteed get your money's worth.
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Which board will break loose easier, hooke or newton?
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Newton will break free easier, mostly due to the fact that it comes with smaller fins. I think the channels on all the ballistic series are pretty much the same. Someone chime in if I'm wrong, I only have the team series of both these boards (recoil and response).
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Only 4 sets on a new SS Lyman, but I'm really liking this board! I'm coming from a CWB Transcend, and I was riding that w/the "short" extensions, and have ridden some with the extensions off. W/or w/o the extensions, the Lyman is WAY faster, and edges like a razor! The pop is really good, and the landings have been really good. Overall the Lyman feels much more lively and responsive in the water, makes the Transcend feel a little slow. I like the lightweight of the Lyman also.
I will second what the HHammer said about catching an edge, it SUCKS! Better not be lazy with any backside board slides...:banghead: More info after additional sets, but so far very happy! My setup; 144 Ronix One bindings bolt on fins |
Patrick was nice enough to answer a few questions for us about Lipsmack and his process. Thought you all might like the read. Excited for the video to come out.
http://awakeleftcoast.com/2012/05/02...ipsmack-story/ |
I wish he would give us one last teaser
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I would agree with your statement. I got the 140 kind of wishing I had gone bigger. Anyone with a lyman that would want to down size let me know. I got about the same amount of rides as you.
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Demo'd the whip 143 last weekend for 2 short sets. Been riding 08 response past 2 season, since I started wakeboarding :p
no big surprise, the whip was stiffer than the old response, but still had that great SS flex feel. Best I could describe, the response had a mellow flex, the whip is snappy. Felt more stable on landings and edging. Still broke free easily. the pop felt more consistent imho. One thing I noted, the sidewalls are way different than all the other SS decks. Other SS decks have a very thin edge ~1/8" thick, but the whip has a comparatively huge 1/2" thick slightly rounded sidewall. There were 2x I was coming down wrong, over rotated, and from experience last season on the response I thought 'great, here comes another hard edge catch and concussion slam to the back of the head' . I braced for impact, but to my surprise the whip was forgiving and broke free at the last second. I may have gone cartwheeling across the surface, but it's better than whiplash edge catch. maybe i've improved at crashing :) but I think the sidewalls played a part in not biting as hard. First time with the fastback system. I tightened those knobs as tight as I could, and one was completely loose after 2 sets. If I buy, I'd definitely coat it in blue loctite. all in all, the whip is way better than my response. I feel it does everything the response does (only better) and more. Feel much more in confident on it. going to demo the kine next weekend and decide between the 2. Also tried on the KTV's and the Shredtowns. Shredtowns hands down more comfortable, due to the liner, but they were stiffer than I expected, in a good way. I expected a mushy soft park type binding, but not so. They fit true to shoe size. |
great review^^ thanks^^
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I'm looking for some advice on bindings. I only ride boat. I decided to go with the KTVs because I heard some favorable reviews of them, and it seemed like people either loved or hated their RADs from previous years. I don't have a dealer near me so I ordered them online. I went one size down on some recommendations. (Side story: I ordered them from evo.com because they have a good return/exchange policy, should I need a different size. Their customer service has been great; they price matched, plus an additional 5% off, a site that was offering a combo deal with a slingshot board - I ordered a Hooke too.) Anyway, the first pair came and they fit pretty good except the right footbed near the toe was wrinkled and it pushed against my toe. It seemed like it was missing a little gel cushioning, or it wasn't dispersed properly. It didn't feel great and made the boot feel too small. I probably could have dealt with it, but for a $450 boot I felt they should be perfect. The left boot was flawless and felt perfect. Evo.com was happy to send me another pair as soon as I sent the originals back. The 2nd pair came in and were even worse. Both boots had this problem, though the left was much better than the right. It definitely feels like there is no gel cushion in the right toe. The footbed is all crunched up by the toe and it makes the boot feel significantly smaller. Has anyone had a similar experience? I'm thinking of asking them to send me some RADs instead. What do you guys think? Can someone recommend either boot over the other and why? Thanks.
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I ride 2012 rads, I absolutely recommend them. I can't compare them to the ktv but I can say they are great boots. Shredtowns are a big hit too, the Velcro setup looks super quick and easy. They are the same boot just the rad uses laces instead of Velcro.
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the 2012 RAD are a big improvement. by first appearance it looks like only the colors changed, but the insides are a whole different filling/ feeling ;)
liners are more durable, increased support and padding around the ankle for better hold. footbed is much noticeably softer. laces are more durable and glide easier. never wore the KTV, but the materials i know are abit different, especialy since the liner is not removable in them, which is a first for slingshot (since 2011). as said above the shredtowns are almost like a RAD but with straps instead of laces. The cuff on the shredtowns is a little bit different design than the RAD too which should make it just a tad more flexible. flex/ support-wise: shredtowns are in the middle, between the RAD and KTV. If you still have your heart set on straps i would say try the shredtowns. they have the same great removable/ moldable liner as the RADs |
Thanks guys. I think I'm going to go with the RADs. How do people with removable liners like them? Do you leave them in, or do you have to take them out every time you put/take your boot on/off?
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I leave my liners, being able to loosen both the liner and the boot seems to make them rather easy to get out of.
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i leave my liners in and have removed the laces on the liners. i don't see a point of using the liner laces if i am not going to be using them to walk around in.
If you have any reservations about the liners coming out too easily, no worries, they are pretty tight... but not so tight that you will struggle to free them IF you are going to walk around in them at the cable or wherever. there is a slight experience factor to getting the liners in and out. The toes need to curl up so as to ramp the toe piece into place. if the boot is wet it will be easier to get the liners in and out as well. I find it a little easier to do it with your foot in the liner than by hand. The only time i take the liners out is for drying when I am done if i don't have my little boot fans (made from computer fans). with that said, they do dry quickly, i just hate even mild gear stench. Getting my stuff dry is a high priority when i get home. the removable liners makes heat molding a breeze... but i would ride them out of the box first before you decide to mold them. i think they are FLEXcellent out of the box |
I own the '11 rads and got-literally-6 sets in them before the liners heel went to mush. They are warrantying them, but have to say that i am hoping to get the new liners because of the major improvements done to them. The built in j bars for heel lock down, the structural improvements etc.
I was recently at owc and a few slingshot riders were there and couldn't say enough about how much SS had dialed in the new Rads. The SS guys (reeder and dylan) had on the ktv and the new rads. I, however, had rented the shred towns. The shred towns were overall a very good boot, not great though-a tad mushy and bulky. They locked down as much as I needed, but we're just a bit off... An interesting comment I heard about the ktvs was that they preferred the ability to swim barefoot. Considering I have been riding for 15 years and just started riding cable, I can see why....yes, I was swimming quite a bit with the liners on :) Sidenote-Dylan Miller and Brian Reeder were great guys. Dylan was shooting that alliance hockey piece there that day...pretty hilarious. |
I got to ride (one set) my friends Response 142 with Shredtown boots this past weekend and my thoughts are "really slippery", kind of like riding a Roam. I think if I rode it more I may get used to it but wanted to know if SS makes a board with a little bit more locked in feel? I presently ride a CWB Transcend and when I edge I know I am edging, whereas with the response I felt like I there was just no surface area to the board and because of the flat bottom felt like I could just surface 180 and board slide all day long. Just wondering if there's something in their line I might want to check out?
The boots were cool. I took a hard fall on a w2w coming down on my side and my right foot with boot on ripped out. I was freaked out because I had hoped that I hadn't just broken my buddies bindings. Total flex is not necessary for me, some flex is good enough. Anything I should look at? Really want a new setup and my two friends really like their SS boards. |
@justin, really i would suggest sticking with the response because in the long run you will be a better rider. with the response/recoil/reflex, by not having base features, you have to learn to use your edges to turn instead of relying on the base features (molded in fins, channels) that you prob had on the cwb. just another crutch. if not look at the ballistic series (newton, kine, hooke) or the whip, they all have some base features more specifically the newton because it has a continuous rocker line like the response and would ride quite similar, but with more grip
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Justin,
you can also add the Slingshot Lyman to the already recommended list of boards from the ballistic series, it has the most in bottom features and would have a lot of grip compared to the other SS boards. it also has a subtle threestage rocker which would be a similar rocker to the transcend. Try riding your friends board a little more to see what you think. boards made like slingshot ("flex boards") are really a whole new thing and can sometimes take a couple of sets to fully feel it out. "crutch" might not be the best choice of word to describe bottom features, but i cant think of a better one right now. It is actually quite amazing how much your edging can improve on these boards, especially without fins. It forces you to rely on the edge of the board. Surf around a lot and do some fast and hard cuts out into the flats as far as you can go... then go back to riding with fins and/or to a board with bottom features and you will be amazed at the difference. the minute feelings that were not there before because you allowed the fins and bottom features to do some of the work. I used to be a locked-in style rider and liked a lot of tracking, but now i actually love a super loose board. buttering around on the water can actually be super fun. watch this guy to see what i mean. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/COThs7Ab2Do" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Anyway, in short. it sounds like you have some boards at your disposal to test and try all you want. wait till you are more certain what you want to get your own set-up. |
Wow.. that video is pretty cool. 1:53 and one W2W jump, that dude was fun to watch. i think I will take my fins off my 2012 Hooke and ride it behind the boat this weekend!
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well I just ordered a 2012 Response and Shredtowns, why not!
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how do the rad bindings get sized, are they the same as ur shoe size or a size smaller?
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I am a size 9.5 shoe and have wear size 9 in Slingshot bindings. The RAD was the tightest and most difficult to get into but was comfortable once on, the KTV and Shredtown both fit perfectly. I picked the KTV for 2012. Slingshot has fantastic customer service. I have been exremely impressed with the company. Had a minor issue with the KTV's... I e-mailed them a pic and they responded within hours saying a new pair was on the way. Hard to beat that!
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zucky was sick in the 90's..... the doubleup experience...... to this day a super good wake movie.
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Just got my new setup and am looking forward to riding it this weekend.
SS Response 142 with Shredtown boots sz 9 http://img.tapatalk.com/ad4865c4-bd1a-50e4.jpg http://img.tapatalk.com/ad4865c4-bd28-3a07.jpg http://img.tapatalk.com/ad4865c4-bd36-3c94.jpg |
Very nice! How tall are you? Don't be afraid to widen your stance! I'm 6' tall and I ride a Lyman 144 with my fast track almost the way out, about 1cm in on each side.
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Actually I believe most people should use the widest possible stance.. for me it only makes everything more safe :)
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Ok, just seriously got hooked on wakeboarding last summer and have been using a cheapie Kwik Tek board and bindings. Was going to upgrade for this summer and actually just won a Slingshot Hooke board and Rad boots setup. Sweet! :D
Question is, what can I expect going from my board to a top of the line board as I have never rode anything else? Thanks |
I doubt you will like it. I'd be willing to pay for the shipping to take it off your hands. Send me a PM with your contact info.
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lol^
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Oh I am sure I will like it, just curious how different the ride would be. thanks for the offer though lol
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Whoa you went from riding some board I have never heard of to "winning a whole SS setup"? Dayyuum you are lucky.
Read through the first couple pages of this thread to get your ride info on the hooke. Congrats and enjoy, night and day difference. |
Thanks, yea won it from a facebook giveaway. Sweet setup for sure, can't wait to get out on it. Was just ready to pull the trigger on a CWB setup, but no need now!
Been reading all I can on it, seems like it will be awesome...think im gonna have to skip work a few days if the wind ever dies down |
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Anyone ride their SS Lyman with their fins moved forward. If so how was it.
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I rode it one with the fins toward the tips of the board and didn't care for it, to me it was "too locked in" it released late off the wake and didn't seem to get on edge as quick as my Recoil. Fins toward the belly? WHOLE NEW BOARD. Nothing gets on edge like this setup. It gets on rails all the way to the wake and FAST. Releases quick of the wake and allows you to tweak out your grabs and start your tricks a lot earlier. I have no desire to put the fins back toward the tips. |
how about no fins?
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saw this gheto-ish durability test on the facebook page. testing the strength of one of the kiteboards with a fork lift, and weights and other rigged-up stuff
http://www.facebook.com/video/video....43468649052064 |
Just a little praise for the slingshot crew (and carry over from the other thread about their warranty).
I rode my last years RADS purely behind the boat for roughly 10 sets total. The liners went bad quickly...too quickly for a seasonal, boat only rider. I normally get a couple seasons out of my boots because of how little I'm able to ride these days. Anyway, I haven't gotten out yet, but just received my replacement liners (shredtown multicolor). They definitely improved them! However, they seem to fit tighter than the old ones so we'll see. All said, I am a huge fan of the company. |
I have some more sets on the Lyman 144, and all I can say is Wow! I'm loving this board, fast, loose if you want it, edges great, releases well off the wake, great pop and good landings! Mine is setup with Ronix Ones, and it's a great lightweigh setup. The board does take some getting used to if you're coming from a "traditional" style of board, but I think it makes you work more on proper edging.
I rode a set on my friend's 140 w/ '12 RADS, and his bindings feel similar to the One's, but, they are heavier, and MUCH harder to get out of. Stiffness is about the same, the 140 felt very similar to my 144, maybe a little easier for me to put on edge, but good pop and landings. |
I'm curious about how the FL Lyman compares to the SS Lyman?
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I just tried the 2012 Reflex and loved it. I would also like to try the Kine but unfortunately we are overseas and this is not an option. We ride mostly boat but also have a cable park close that we ride sometimes. Has anyone tried the Kine and the Reflex. Are they a similar feel? What are the differences? I would like something that works great behind the boat and is decent for air tricks.
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I had to use a store credit from a pair of boots I broke before it expired, so I bought a 2012 slingshot response on a whim. I mainly needed a board for hitting rails. Hopefully this was a good decision, I will post my thoughts after I get it wet.
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@Tory....I want to know as well. Those are are the two decks that I am looking at as well. I mostly ride park though but want to get some cable airs.
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I'm considering a new set up for boat riding with the occasional cable ride (I'm in new England) I'm a strong intermediate rider and was warned by my "coach" to avoid a flex board because he was afraid the inconsistency. I'm considering the reflex for its rail and dhredtown boots or Ktv. Should I avoid this set up for boat riding?
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I personally would disagree with your coach. I currently ride my buddies reflex quite often and have to say it is one of my favorite boat boards I have ever ridden. This board made me a fan of SS.
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I rode the Kine all last year and it was a super fun board behind the boat and cable. Eventually I bent the fast track and bought the 2012 reflex. I ride it behind boat everyday and its really similar to last year's Kine. It has about the same amount of flex which isn't a ton but enough to press well and it pops really well of the wake. It edges really well but you kind of have to work for it, Slingshots don't do any work for ya!
Basically, the Reflex is the bees knees behind boat and without a doubt the same at cable. |
I trust him so thats why im riding before i buy anything at all. I'm currently on a ronix one (2010) and feel that it is too "tight" and lands hard but I love the way it releases and pops off the wake I'm thinking the reflex will land softer and have more speed but would need me to be more in the drivers seat in terms of edge and pop?
Also how is the shred-town boots for wake? I like the idea of cinching my ankles in and velcro seperate but I don't want to deal with a liner popping out everytime I exit the boot |
Shredtowns suck because the inner liner has a heel pocket that doesn't sit well within the outer liner. It's a very vague and disconnected feeling that hurts board control. That's my opinion.
Also, your coach sounds pretty ignorant. Flex works fine behind the boat. I actually prefer. Inconsistency comes from bad form, not your board. |
I don't drop names but trust me when I tell you his opinion is more than respectable and also, maybe this wasn't clear but, he is afraid that it MIGHT hinder my progression and to make sure that I ride one BEFORE I buy.
But again I'm concerned the reflex is the cable board and that ill be using it for boat |
I would not classify the reflex as a "cable board" I have ridden some nice boards the past two years and would rank them like this behind the boat:
1-2012 Reflex 2-2012 Harley 3-2012 Tex 4-2012 Shane 5-2011 Murray 6-2012 Peak 7-2011 Bside 8-2011 One The reason the Reflex is my favorite is because it popped like the Harley was loose like the Murray and Tex and landed softer then any board I have ever ridden. Take into account I am not a pro but just a guy who enjoys getting wet a few times a week. My only minor complaint was it felt a little slower on the first couple of sets due to not being used to the different feel and edge. It was no different than trying to get the feel for any other new board. My set up I was riding with was also with system bindings on all of the boards so I can't comment on the bindings. This is what SS says about the Reflex. The "Magic Stick" of wakeboards. Speed, edge control, aggressive pop, smooth landings, and unmatched durability make the new 2012 Reflex the ultimate board, from cable to wake.The 2012 Slingshot Reflex covers all ends of the spectrum. From and afternoon set behind the boat to shredding your local rail park, this is the only board to do it all. I think that is what is nice about the technology they are using today. A lot of boards are equally as good behind the boat and cable. The best thing you can do is ride it and see for yourself if you have that option. Also when you say you are an intermediate rider that is vague and hard for me to give an opinion. Some guys feel wtw 180's and an invert is intermediate. If you can do multiple inverts 540's and are comfortable riding and doing tricks switch also, this is what I consider intermediate. At this point you most likely know your style and type of board you like to ride. Just remember at the end of the day your coach isn't the one riding it. |
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