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teenhack 01-02-2004 7:11 PM

What is your guys prefrence when it comes to handles? I really like the new carbon handles, but dont plan on spending $200+ for a handle and a rope. Also, which do you prefer... "v" or "t", i've heard people recommend "V" but never got a reason why... <BR>thanks

maestro 01-02-2004 7:51 PM

Hardline DHS Handle with T small handle.

blabel 01-02-2004 8:20 PM

The carbon handles will not be comfortable at all if you do wrapped tricks. I have a Belmont handle (Non carbon style) which is still stiffer than most and you can feel it while wrapping the handle. <BR> <BR>I prefer a T handle. A little less bulky.

socalwakepunk 01-02-2004 8:44 PM

Neither - Unless you really plan on trying wrapped tricks...

laptom 01-03-2004 8:49 AM

I was told a V can be dangerious. If with a 360 your hand get stucked in the V and you don't land the 360... Ouggh. But perhaps it's a little over safe.

tfdhyprider 01-03-2004 10:18 AM

T handle. I've heard of v's coming a part and the handle part sliding outa wack!

martini 01-03-2004 3:28 PM

i use a T handle...less crap going on... <BR> <BR>carbon handles aren't my choice for wrapped tricks...i agree w/blabel on that one... <BR> <BR>maestro has the right answer..same set up i use... <BR> <BR>and i agree w/jeff...don't get one unless you use it.... <BR> <BR>

teenhack 01-03-2004 6:57 PM

My friends has been trying to talk me into the Byerly handle and actually I never thought about wrapped tricks. <BR> Thanks for the help

socalwakepunk 01-03-2004 8:20 PM

That's what I ride, a Byerly without the gift handle. Works perfect.

deepstructure 01-03-2004 8:26 PM

what'cha got against wrapped tricks jeff? <IMG SRC="http://www.wakeworld.com/MB/Discus/clipart/happy.gif" ALT=":-)" BORDER=0> <BR> <BR>i actually think having the wrap option is great and even if you don't use it. there's no disadvantage to having it there in case you ever decide to - or like what happened with me, a friend was doing wrapped 3s without a handle. i convinced him to use mine and he had a much easier time of it. <BR> <BR>perhaps wrapped tricks have a bad-rep, but i think they can be great for progressive learning of spins and tricks involving spins (e.g., kgb's, etc.), and of course they allow you to perform grabs you could not otherwise do. <BR> <BR>i use a premiere with a "t," as i thought the v was a bit much and had the potential for getting your hand caught. the t is plenty enough to hold on to.

maestro 01-03-2004 9:23 PM

Hey Pete - if you want any extra grips for the DHS handle I have an extra waffle grip and spyder grip - brand new. Not looking to get too much out of them. If you're interested gimme a shout at <a href="mailto:j_a_rviko@hotmail.com">j_a_rviko@hotm ail.com</a>.


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