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Not everyone can train in an ideal fashion. Sometimes one's work prevents 1 or 2 practices. Then, by th time you go out again, you might not have the same expertise/edge you did when you had been practicing at the frequency you wanted to do it. I'm not sure I'm right. Just observing, that when you get out there, it might not be going all that well. Or it may be going just perfect. Whatever I have seen for myself in those situations, that's what helps me try to "cut the line" or just continue to figure out what's wrong. BUT. I also agree ... as Horton said, some linelengths are not relevant to way-shorter linelengths. The way you swing and how you must persist by connection, to get wide, those things don't matter as much at longline. Anyways, merry XMAS. Vive le shortline!

We got a full set of Wally Buoys to re-equip a ski course, because of the enthusiasm shown by waterskiers. They are no better than Overtons but perhaps if you have high UV exposure, they may stay orange longer. They do not resist getting algae or other marine growth and therefore, they change like any ski buoy. Not my favorite shipping situation either. Kind of max price to ship you any buoys.

Hey Brokenstack: First of all, great “handle”. Only a slalom skier would get that but I’m sure everyone here does. For the camp, I have been twice to a week-long ski camp in Florida (Travers Int’l Ski Center). I guess your day of two sets would be like the first day of that experience. I would say it might help to look at the site (as mentioned by others here). Rolling out of the turn island can be so different that it takes you by surprise sometimes. At Travers the grass grew out onto the water (on top of it) and sometimes I skied on it because I wasn’t exactly where I needed to be. I learned to concentrate a lot more around the island! Also, the first set you take, it will all be something different. If you can, try to focus on fundamentals because it will not look like your normal setup and you have to be able to handle that with some normal mechanics in a foreign setting. For example, at Travers there were so many buoys from Ski and Jump courses at one end, I got confused at first. Got used to that too. Also, remember the instructors are there to help you. They will want to see you just go for it normally, and then decide what you can work on that will help you most. They aren’t looking for a Breakout Pro Tour star to show up. They would have heard of you if that were the case. The best part of it is they absolutely know what to prioritize in terms of helping your technique. You might not be able to do what they ask you to try, or it might even make you momentarily worse as you attempt new moves. Accept that and don’t worry about your buoy count or that kind of thing. Let them help you make progress to adapt any new technique into your standard style. If you can, book another two sets after you have had a day or two later. Its hard to do new stuff right away and you may make a big leap if you go back after thinking about it. Of course, try to be in great shape. Won’t make so much difference for two sets but if you go for a week long (15 sets) it is necessary. Good luck and enjoy it Florida is so good for camps you can’t go wrong.

Hi Everyone: Just tried to start the 2021 season after our club Malibu (2015 TXi) was winterized and stored for ~6 months. The dashboard instruments (there are several) indicate communication problems from ECU. The screen in center says "No ECU Data > 25 seconds". There is no way to start the boat by the lower right panel where you have Start/Shutoff soft button, and you can not turn this panel off with the On/Off push button right next to it. The boat runs fine - if you start it by the key itself. The battery is charged to 12.5V. I do not know where the wiring harness leads (from the dash to the engine itself) or where are the critical connections to check. Also, ZeroOff GPS is not functioning. Anyway, if you have any suggestions that would be great. Our time to get it to the boat dealer for a diagnostic check etc. is a 1 month wait.

I got a "lesson" from Trent, since my friend sent in a video of a slalom pass. Every time you look at one of your own videos, all errors show up and it is humbling. It is not that way w Trent. He just stopped it several times (freeze-frame) and showed where it went off the rails. Also gave me some principles and some structured analysis. This guy is a serious slalom analyst. If he can stand to watch a B-Grade slalom movie like my videos, and actually pay attention and help, I am all in. Badass coaching. Thanks Trent.

Hi @Pregom: I started trick skiing a couple of years ago. When I would crash, sometimes the ski slid toward me and hit me. I got cut on my head two separate times. So I bought a helmet. I like it. It doesn't affect my balance or feel like I'm confined when I wear it. It can't protect your teeth if you get hit in the mouth, but that's another problem. It is made by Triple 8, is for skateboarding but I bought it at a surf shop. I just dry it out after I go skiing. Have used it for two years and it is holding up. Also you can get one for about $60 which was a lot cheaper than surf helmets. Thought I would let you know.

Could you put in some video to illustrate what kind of driving variations occur? I think that would help us understand what is a boat path which is almost or is out of regulation. Thanks.

@Anderson ... here are some pictures. This is a Carbon Plate but I think the holes are identical and it is also a size 12. Hope this helps. Looks like the heel binding is all the way back on the last hole and third hole. By the way, I was using a regular Reflex Hard Shell (white/black) which was less stiff. I would say this new Supershell 5.0 feels like a Mountaineering Boot, whereas the older Reflex was like a New Basketball High Top shoe. But they both work - and I have the Thick Reflex liner which changes things too from the old Thin Reflex liner. Both are great setups.

Hi Anderson:. I just got the 5.0 Supershell plate and boot in size 12. It came assembled. I will take a picture of it tomorrow and also the underside so you can see where the screws go in. Size 12 that is the real deal ... Good to help another Sasquatch.

Thank you Paul Wiley. We have been coming to your S.Seattle store for many years. He had a great sense of people, a sense of humor that, when we were younger, was over our heads but we grew to love it. One time I went in there with a used D3 Nomad. The Inserts were stripped. They fixed it on their workbench,and reset the fin to stock and then told me to go on my way with no money exchanged. I had bought a few things there before. They have customer service and an awesome spirit and the best stuff and that's why everyone goes there. Then there was Paul himself, who was just hilarious and very kind. What a great guy.

Not sure quite large this is. Looks legitimate. You can drive up with this proudly and fix anything. Good investment.

M.Brown: good job bringing our champs forward in interviews. These are very interesting. I can't believe how much these guys (TW/Stephen) don't know they are seriously great. These interviews are honest and you do a good job listening and letting them say what they want. Not every interviewer does that. Thank you.

Great skier-to-skier interview. Marcus + Terry, thanks. I hope TW you get that 41 in the books sometime soon.

Waterskiing is a such a small market (compared to, for example, snow skiing). I appreciate Masterline for what they are doing. Might not be worth it for you to buy this rope or even it might not make you better. They are trying to advance our sport and that isn't easy. I might buy a new colored optimized rope - not because it will give me a few buoys. If you get to Orlando visit their store. They did two things for us (Pacific NW Skiers). (1) Factory tour (2) Showed us how to braid a line into the bridle. They are a good operation.

John: Great recommendations. I don't disagree one bit. I would suggest testing 1-2 older skis. You just did that with EP Stiletto. Try the KD7000. I would be interested to see how far you go (buoys) with this one. It seemed a little less rail-sensitive to me. Very stable though. I don't know too many people who consistently test skis cross-brand (HO/Radar/D3/Denali/whatever). That is a tough gig. We don't have time (most of us) to mix any ski/any day into practice. I hope you find something good from the old lockers of ski history. Thanks John for sharing your insight.