I just completed testing 5 props in a single afternoon on my X-2 with full factory ballast, fly high ballast, and 200 lbs from my weight set, a full tank of fuel, and my 230 lbs. I'll post the data soon, but I was not expecting the results. Over the next few weekends I'll be asking riders to rate the props from behind the boat - without knowing what prop is on the boat. I believe that the results will be unexpected to most people.
One example of unexpected results - the best surfing prop (by numbers, only) was the same prop that produced slalom skiing and barefooting results. We tried the prop surfing over the weekend, and it really performed well (nice shape, push, and size). I have not compared it to the other props, yet.
My regular prop, that is an all-around good wakeboarding prop is the Acme 1285. Still, highly recommended for most MC wakeboarding applications.
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