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Single handle? http://www.amazon.com/Proline-85000008-T-Bar-Surf-Package/dp/B000QGKJN6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1310820999&sr=8-1 16' enough or should I pay extra and get the 24?

Good to see the hop kickin again....although it isn't like I needed to make 10 posts in a row

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That is what the boat is for, perfect rationalization. "Well, I am on a boat"

I like Mount Gay, but Sailor wins for me. Flora de Cana wins by far in that challenge.

It tells me your tolerance was higher than mine. Hard to drink 4+ liters in a weekend If it was at a bar, I'm right there with you. Used to ONLY drink Crown, but it no longer gets me drunk (from my perspective) but of course my wife thinks I turn into an animal so prefers that I don't drink it. I really feel nothing and then whammo. Happy drunk for me, just not her.

Check Crispin to see if there is gluten. Probably the best cider IMO. Once a year I'll have some on ice.

Then come on over. I am sure I have something you would like and if not I will go buy it. No, I can't drink beer any more. I have Celiac disease. He could buy you this: http://www.bardsbeer.com/ If you came here I would to. I'd even attempt to cook anything you reqested.

Most the people I know who have developed a taste for that have also developed a taste for penis. I'd be careful with that stuff man. I'll defend him a bit and say that ONE is tasty, two is palatable and three if fucking disgusting. Have to be uber thirsty and lime is the only real flavor. I am an equal opportunity drunk...at least I'll try things once.

What size shoe do you wear? If you've got huge feet you'll most likely want a wider board. What stance do you ride when you wakeboard as in binding positioning (for example left foot 12 degrees right 15 degrees)? If you duck your feet out a ton you might be able to get away with a normal width board. Generally speaking someone of your weight will want a longer board, maybe something like a 4'9". There are sizing charts available, but you'll have to decide which ones to trust. The rocker is up to you. If I were in your shoes I would look into buying used because a board of that size and width (if you needed it) is going to be EXPENSIVE. ToWanZa might have a good board for someone your size. You should definitely look into a good pull rope for wakesurfing as well. When I learned how to do it I started on a normal wakeboard rope and when we finally got the proper rope it was much more fun. They're shorter and thicker so its easier to get to the good part of the wake. The handles are more comfy too if you're gonna be spending all day out there I personally have always rode hyperlite because I get them free. Its what the store carried and that's what was given to me. They're not bad, but I suspect you can find something better for less. I've never joined one, but I think there are a few decent wakeboarding forums around that will have wakesurfing sections. Sorry for the delayed response. That computer at work was pissing me off and I had a deadline to meet. I hope this somewhat helps you out. You're picking the right boat for it and the fat sacks are going to make it a lot of fun Sean is nearly 11' tall, so I'd say a size 22 shoe. He also shoots fire from his eyes, and lightning from his ass. It's more like thunder, but it hurts like lightning

Thanks, hard to sort through this for a noob and reading forums with NO background doesn't always help get things pointed in the right direction. More than willing to research but I love it when its shortened

It sounds pretty solid to me. I asked and got a similar answer about the motor. According to him Malibu's pretty competitive with MC. For what you're describing it sounds perfect. That's essentially what my family does and wakeboard boats have always been great for us. I don't spend much time listening to the audio system personally, but what the X-Star had last summer was pretty nice. I would imagine something like that would suffice for you. That lake looks great BTW. Wouldn't have guessed that's Minnesnowta I'll fix the ridiculous audio, karma has it that I never got around to selling my Pio 880

What size shoe do you wear? If you've got huge feet you'll most likely want a wider board. What stance do you ride when you wakeboard as in binding positioning (for example left foot 12 degrees right 15 degrees)? If you duck your feet out a ton you might be able to get away with a normal width board. Generally speaking someone of your weight will want a longer board, maybe something like a 4'9". There are sizing charts available, but you'll have to decide which ones to trust. The rocker is up to you. If I were in your shoes I would look into buying used because a board of that size and width (if you needed it) is going to be EXPENSIVE. ToWanZa might have a good board for someone your size. You should definitely look into a good pull rope for wakesurfing as well. When I learned how to do it I started on a normal wakeboard rope and when we finally got the proper rope it was much more fun. They're shorter and thicker so its easier to get to the good part of the wake. The handles are more comfy too if you're gonna be spending all day out there I personally have always rode hyperlite because I get them free. Its what the store carried and that's what was given to me. They're not bad, but I suspect you can find something better for less. I've never joined one, but I think there are a few decent wakeboarding forums around that will have wakesurfing sections. Sorry for the delayed response. That computer at work was pissing me off and I had a deadline to meet. I hope this somewhat helps you out. You're picking the right boat for it and the fat sacks are going to make it a lot of fun Haven't been on a wakeboard that has ever really fit and that being said I pretty much just ride normal (ie left up). Its also been more than 13 years since I've been on one so its time to start with the right habits. I'd love a used board. 2 reasons. 1 an easier board to ride at first I can't imagine will ever be what I want long term and also having a beginner board can't hurt for when others come with. Was leaning toward the HL Broadcast as I think I can pick up a used for nearly $100. I wear a size 15, but even with my height, weight, & size I am nimble so I typically don't fit into the clydesdale sized shit

what seems to be the issue with the midbass? can you be more specific? I know as it's been said, it isn't much to go by for just youtube videos but.. here they are playing la roux without any tweets at all and here playing ghettoblaster on all levels, sub/mid/high http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LtATGtxHXI&feature=related now the first video is from singaboy, who is the same guy who had the big lms 18s in the eclipse ( most watched tc vid on youtube ) and he is a big SQ/tc guy and he recommended them and said they have a wide range and to not overlook them. I again, know that you can't really go by youtube videos alone.. but everyone who has posted videos about them or talked about them only has positive things to say about their range so I have to at least try them, they weren't that costly for the 8 that I have now regardless. I have no problems there sir ... That midbass sounded AWESOME !!! Especially the one playing in the cardboard enclosure !!! What was that thing tuned to ?? while I appreciate any response offering help, I detect a hint of sarcasm when I was truly asking what issue you had with their being no midbass from these? clearly they can play midbass just fine ( among ) other ranges so that is why I was asking. No need for the rash comment like that. Just explain what you meant. It may not be sarcasm, he normally has no clue about much of anything. Drew conclusions that they were 4" drivers. Amusing as those drivers do have a problem, but I wouldn't call it midbass. If they sound good to you then fine, but I wouldn't use them in a 2 way with a tweeter only and yes I have heard them. Couldn't agree more with Impious that a headunit is the way to go, but I'd still like to know more about the install before saying anything about the tweeter other than the one you selected is good but not at all for pairing with your midbasses. Oh, and videos do not share any useful information ever. Really not anything you can glean from them. Curious what you think you did though...

What did you end up doing?

Don't you have a hand?

Which of course is better than losing 4k on a boat I would have rather had.

Funny thing is I am not a Ranger guy, would much rather have a Legend or Champion. Not a Malibu guy either as I'd rather have a MasterCraft, but damn when the price is right you buy. Had the Ranger for nearly 4 years and it should sell for more than I paid for it

And that guy sucks with the camera... Forgot to shoot the hot ones.

Local radio stations pictures from our lake. http://www.kdwb.com/cc-common/gallery/photos.html?album_id=286849&p=17258638#/0/17258638

Ask and you shall receive.

Anyone want to buy a Ranger 521vx Comanche? Every option possible for 2004 and the best outboard made. IMO the best color I've ever seen in a Ranger as well.

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As for the research it is probably okay. The 23 LSV is Malibu's prime boat. Not their comp boat, but better for wakesurfing and many like its wake better as well. Ski's decent as well since the hull is so flat. 2004 was the first year, but the electronics were carry over so there isn't any bullshit to die. All ballast pumps are easily accessible and the motor is the proven 5.7. Indmar which isn't the quality that MC uses, but in 2004 it was hard to build a bad marine GM smallblock. This one received full service yearly and a new transmission a year and a half ago. Full records and seems to be in stellar condition hull wise with only some dirt showing its been used on the inside. Owner bought it new, traded it into the same store on a 247 (biggest one) so I'd bet he is using it mostly for surfing as well as that boat can out wakesurf a Centurion Enzo which is the surf boat of choice atm. Means all the better to me as that says the boat has a ton of 10-12 mph time and some 22mph time and probably not a lot of WOT. Has extra racks for both types of boards which is a tell tale sign as well and the engine compartment panel was removed in one pic showing to me that he had extra ballast for surfing he took out. Decent amps, tower speakers, nice rack, and a motor that works. No dings in the prop and all in all in good condition. Considering the next closest one I could work on in price was 20% more expensive in an uglier color its a no brainer to me. Gotta love a rich guy broker boat who is only selling barely above trade-in value and that negotiated on top.

<-- learned to wakeboard when it was called skurfing because there was only one brand of board called a skurfer. Hard as fucking shit to ride btw. Two weeks ago I had never heard of wakesurfing. I now bought a boat thinking the primary thing I would do behind it is wakesurf Any hints on what I should look for in a board. Do consider that I am 6'7" and 210lbs.... Boat has sacks already, and a dealer in town can set me up with another 750lbs for either side for $150 (I install)