New handle

(toby_yeo) · (toby_yeo) **Join Date: Feb 2006** 03-26-2007, 7:21 AM

Hey, im wanting a new handle. What works for you and what doesnt? I would like something pretty simple but then again really comfy.

cheers
toby

(wakedad33) · (wakedad33) **Join Date: Oct 2005** 03-26-2007, 7:32 AM

I know a few guys that are using the new Stright-line ARi with interchangeable grips, they love them.

(breakz77) · (breakz77) **Join Date: Mar 2003** 03-26-2007, 7:36 AM

prolineropes.com

The Proline LG is the most comfortable on the market... IMO

(eubanks01) · (eubanks01) **Join Date: Jun 2001** 03-26-2007, 7:38 AM

Proline LG...but only because I'm a CWB homer.

(stephan) · (stephan) **Join Date: Nov 2002** 03-26-2007, 7:42 AM

I got to use the new Proline Synthesis handle this weekend and it was by far the best handle I've used. The triangle type shape of the grip was awesome!! Check it out, they are brand new.

(josh_r_skater) · (josh_r_skater) **Join Date: Nov 2006** 03-26-2007, 7:52 AM

go with the byerly
super simple and comfy

innov8actionsports.com 03-27-2007, 9:53 AM

I like the proline LG as well, but this year I have been riding the Proline Faction Handle, love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!still love the LG as well, those will be the two on my boat this year.

(cwfunrider) · (cwfunrider) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 03-27-2007, 10:24 AM

Picked up this over the winter. Haven't used it yet but hopefully soon. Upload

(mucktoerider) · (mucktoerider) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-27-2007, 11:56 AM

I am leary of carbon handles because of the beginners I pull and teach. I heard the handle chips easy. Will carbon do damage to your board as well? How about this Straightline Chris has pictured here. Will it chip or do damage? I was told Byerly was really comfortable. How about the durability of the changeable yoke. Do you think it will stand the test of time? It certainly looks sweet.

(robin_holland) · (robin_holland) **Join Date: May 2006** 03-28-2007, 1:14 AM

@ Jeff

Is the handle grip of the Proline Faction soft or hard?

(Message edited by robin_holland on March 28, 2007)

(cwfunrider) · (cwfunrider) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 03-28-2007, 8:21 AM

The sides of the SL above are a composite plastic material and are not rigid. They do have some flex side to side. I am not worried about the handle causing any chips or damage.

I have heard similar complaints about carbon handles causing chips in gel coat from careless people bring the rope in the boat and knocking the side of the boat with the handle.

innov8actionsports.com 03-28-2007, 8:22 AM

Robin, new Proline Faction has a soft grip.

(mucktoerider) · (mucktoerider) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-29-2007, 4:21 AM

I picked up the proline LG in a package deal thru Wakegiant. That is an awesome deal my friends. Price out the line and the handle separately...big bucks. Got the rope package for $119 complete. Plus they do not charge for shipping over 100 bucks. They have Ronix line packages too. It does not get any better than that. Ask for Shawn if you call up there.....he is a good guy to work with. Check their site. Go to your local....check the grips, and then save some dough at Wakegiant.

(weskel) · (weskel) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-29-2007, 6:29 AM

I also just ordered the proline LG package last night, can't wait to try it out.

Kelly (weskel)

(mcwakerider) · (mcwakerider) **Join Date: Dec 2006** 03-29-2007, 9:15 AM

My buddy got me to get the proline LG handle. very comfy and super simple. I have a carbon handle and it is nice but not worth the extra 50 bucks. And it will end up chipping your board on falls. it hit mine a couple of times and took a nice big chunk out of it. Another sick handle is the byerly handle. Love it! my buddy has it and it was the handle i landed my first invert with. Only thing is they dont float. But its not that big of a deal

(weskel) · (weskel) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-29-2007, 9:20 AM

Maybe a dumb question, but does the proline LG float?

(mcwakerider) · (mcwakerider) **Join Date: Dec 2006** 03-29-2007, 9:20 AM

no it doesnt.

(thane_dogg) · (thane_dogg) **Join Date: Jun 2002** 03-29-2007, 10:43 AM

I just can't get over how ugly that straightline handle is.

(cwfunrider) · (cwfunrider) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 03-30-2007, 6:31 AM

^You know what they say about opinions.

(shaggy) · (shaggy) **Join Date: Oct 2004** 03-30-2007, 9:05 AM

This years LG Handle floats. The guy at the shop told me this years has a different core than last years.

innov8actionsports.com 03-30-2007, 9:12 AM

You are correct Clay, my 07 Lg floats.

(mucktoerider) · (mucktoerider) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-30-2007, 9:56 AM

Sweet....it floats! Not I really got a bargain at Wakegiant! And yes...I did check first...it is an 07!

(weskel) · (weskel) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-30-2007, 9:59 AM

I just checked, mine is a 2007 also, good news, I would hate to have it wrap up in the prop and chew up my new rope...and handle

(mcwakerider) · (mcwakerider) **Join Date: Dec 2006** 03-30-2007, 12:18 PM

Mine is a 07 LG and it doesnt float worth a S**t

(mucktoerider) · (mucktoerider) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-30-2007, 12:27 PM

Get some foam Billy

(mcwakerider) · (mcwakerider) **Join Date: Dec 2006** 03-30-2007, 12:31 PM

yea i need to... I was used to my carbon handle that floats all the time. Its not a big deal... but a nice luxury... the little things in life ya know? lol

(jon4pres) · (jon4pres) **Join Date: May 2004** 03-30-2007, 12:42 PM

I have had 2 lgs both floated when they were new and sank more the older they got. I believe the second one was an 07 but not sure.

innov8actionsports.com 03-30-2007, 1:00 PM

06 LG

07 LG

(guido) · (guido) **Join Date: Jul 2002** 03-30-2007, 1:04 PM

My '07 floats if it's not in the water everyday. When I use it alot it sinks. I think they'll alow water to get trapped in the sides if they get used frequently. Not sure though..

They are definitely sick handles though.

(weskel) · (weskel) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-30-2007, 1:05 PM

Does the rope that comes with the combo float?

(jon4pres) · (jon4pres) **Join Date: May 2004** 03-30-2007, 1:18 PM

I take it back. Mine were boath 06s but the second one I got on a warranty deal and it was supposed to be an improved version of the 06. It still sank when it was in the water for a while.

Sinking is really not that big of a deal anyways.

(bbr) · (bbr) **Join Date: Apr 2002** 03-30-2007, 10:10 PM

All of the 07 LG's float. The 06's have a hard time with it. Jeff pointed it out, as you can see in the pics the endcap's of the 06's are short, and the 07's extend all the way out.

(ynot) · (ynot) **Join Date: Jan 2007** 03-30-2007, 11:30 PM

LG for life.