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Forum: Video and Photography 05-13-2013, 12:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 242
Posted By Orange
One concern with the GoPro float is that it can...

One concern with the GoPro float is that it can come off in a crash. At surf speeds you're looking for that's not likely a problem, however. The float is attached to the rear door with a sticky...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 05-05-2013, 11:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,572
Posted By Orange
Be careful about melting lead as the fumes can...

Be careful about melting lead as the fumes can give you lead poisoning.

A safer alternative to melting lead for bricks is to get sections of heavy duty PVC pipe, cap one end, put the tire...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 04-28-2013, 8:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 493
Posted By Orange
Look at Parker. You can rent homes on the river...

Look at Parker. You can rent homes on the river from VRBO for between $250-600 per night with docks for a couple boats and room for 10-15 people.. I think there is more water there - certainly hear...
Forum: Video and Photography 04-07-2013, 11:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 549
Posted By Orange
How to make good wakeboard videos

I'm looking for ideas for how to make good wakeboarding videos. This is especially difficult for those of us who are shooting bad wakeboarders as our videos have to be interesting due to the...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 04-07-2013, 5:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 685
Posted By Orange
I have one of the 2012 Capella CGA vests (can't...

I have one of the 2012 Capella CGA vests (can't remember if its the One or Parks version though I think the only diff is color) and I love it. I find it difficult to imagine anyone claiming it was...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 03-28-2013, 8:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,370
Posted By Orange
Do you know if that Z5 Bimini is going to work on...

Do you know if that Z5 Bimini is going to work on other MCs with similar towers? Or is it only on the X-Star? It looks more attractive, more stable, and more useful that the stock biminis that MC...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 03-19-2013, 6:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 956
Posted By Orange
I've been told there is a different reason in...

I've been told there is a different reason in many cases. Most guidepost stick out slightly wider than the trailer. Technically, you are supposed to remove the guide posts when towing and only put...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 03-15-2013, 11:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,188
Posted By Orange
Great info. For OP, keep in mind comments...

Great info.

For OP, keep in mind comments like the above from actual use on Powell and not the theoretical ranges quoted by radio manufacturers. Canyon walls at Powell will block and reflect...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 03-08-2013, 5:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 496
Posted By Orange
First, if you are using a GPS based system in a...

First, if you are using a GPS based system in a river, you will always have to adjust the speed setting to account for the moving water. For instance if you want to wakeboard at 22 in a river...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 03-05-2013, 11:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,212
Posted By Orange
I would also recommend being careful with some of...

I would also recommend being careful with some of what you will read on this forum regarding speed and rope length. There is a certain machismo about going fast with long ropes as well as bad...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 03-01-2013, 11:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,787
Posted By Orange
Photoshopped. Look directly below the rider....

Photoshopped. Look directly below the rider. There is spray near the wake... Way too far away to be from the rider nod not near a rooster tail. My guess is that spray is from the rider but he's...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 01-22-2013, 11:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 935
Posted By Orange
A number of you need to go see orthopedic...

A number of you need to go see orthopedic surgeons, though for some of you it may be too late.

I ruptured my biceps tendon this summer. Mine was pretty obvious, so I was at the docs office that...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 12-20-2012, 6:18 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,950
Posted By Orange
I bought sight unseen once and it worked great. ...

I bought sight unseen once and it worked great. I did it safely, however. Here's how:
- have the seller take it to a mechanic to do an inspection of your choosing. Expect to pay for that, but you...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 12-07-2012, 8:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,342
Posted By Orange
Several good sources have told me there is NO...

Several good sources have told me there is NO difference between men and women for what board should work for them, so the main difference you'll see with women's boards is graphics. Bindings are a...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 11-30-2012, 4:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,639
Posted By Orange
I noticed a large improvement in board control...

I noticed a large improvement in board control when I switched to closed toe boots. My take on why is not the mere fact that the toes are closed, but because they tend to use higher quality lacing...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 11-26-2012, 11:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,664
Posted By Orange
What is your opinion of these kind of braces as a...

What is your opinion of these kind of braces as a preventative measure? I have never had a serious knee injury and don't "need" a brace, but am paranoid about blowing out a knee wakeboarding due to...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 11-01-2012, 12:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,195
Posted By Orange
For the majority of us, "lean and strong" is far...

For the majority of us, "lean and strong" is far more simple than some of the pseudoscience you will see. Strength is a matter of strength training - most likely weight lifting. Lean is a matter of...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 10-20-2012, 12:11 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,407
Posted By Orange
I'd love to see some posted examples with this...

I'd love to see some posted examples with this new GP3. I'm especially interested in the "narrow" setting and what it is capable of doing. I've considered getting a GP2 for some time but resisted...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 09-11-2012, 12:21 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,779
Posted By Orange
Does anyone happen to know the relative density...

Does anyone happen to know the relative density of lead versus sand? I'm asking because sand is so incredibly cheap. It would be so much cheaper and less toxic if I could make my own sand bags than...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 08-20-2012, 7:52 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,598
Posted By Orange
I'd love to see one of these or even a G23 in...

I'd love to see one of these or even a G23 in person. In photos they look awful - like bloated pigs. I can't imagine having to tow one of these bastards around, handling around docks, fuel...
Forum: Boats, Accessories & Tow Vehicles 08-10-2012, 1:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,159
Posted By Orange
The lack of flooring loans has caused a lot of...

The lack of flooring loans has caused a lot of turmoil in boat dealerships. Many manufacturers require dealers to carry inventory to be considered a dealer and get exclusive rights to some...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 08-06-2012, 9:01 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,418
Posted By Orange
How about this idea... Instead of creating a real...

How about this idea... Instead of creating a real wake, figure out how to make a fake wake with a cable running overhead. I'm thinking something partly submerged and symmetrical that simulates the...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 08-03-2012, 4:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 604
Posted By Orange
From your description it sounds like you...

From your description it sounds like you hyperextended your knee (bent it wrong way). There are a number of different injuries this can cause - ligament damage, torn cartilage, bone bruise, etc. ...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 07-31-2012, 10:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 507
Posted By Orange
I don't know much about the tribute. The State...

I don't know much about the tribute. The State and Vault are very similar boards and IMO are not the boards you want. From the stuff you say you are doing I would think you want a board meant for...
Forum: Wakeboarding Discussion 07-30-2012, 4:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,366
Posted By Orange
What's the wakeboarding equivalent of blue balls?...

What's the wakeboarding equivalent of blue balls? Blue boards? Blue boat? I've got a serious case of whatever you call it right now... Out of commish for an injury until probably Nov. I'm...
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