Quick board question...

KidCorporate · Since 10 Jul 2007 563 Posts Addicted

OK, I'm looking at two boards for my trick/flat water/big wind deck, a 2005 Underground 132 and a 2007 129 Naish Haze. I have a 139 Spark as my current board and would like to keep it around as a light wind deck. I'm about 175 and I was wondering what deck would work better for typical gorge conditions.

pdxmonkeyboy · Mon Apr 21, 08 7:31 am

I heard that the undergrounds do not have allot of pop..more of an all around board. what about the LF recoil...

KidCorporate · Since 10 Jul 2007 563 Posts Addicted

Thanks for the tip, I love LF wakeboards. I'm on a budget though, and I can't seem to find any deals on LF stuff right now.

pdxmonkeyboy · Mon Apr 21, 08 7:54 am

how much do you have to spend? It's probably going to take $400- $450 to acquire a decent board that is not beat up.

forrest · Mon Apr 21, 08 7:56 am

If you're looking for a trick board, go for something short and square. You want those square tips so that the board has extra surface area to push against when popping.

The Haze is a good board, but your probably going to want something a bit stiffer like the Thorn if you want a Naish board. I'd also go with the 129 size since you've already stated you want it for higher wind.

I think you'd be happy on the Underground board too, but 132 seems a bit big for what you've stated you want it for.

The recoil 130 is a sick board too and you could find last years at an incredible price. Couple that with some Luxury foot straps and you'll be riding a really nice board that pops well and lands well.

KidCorporate · Since 10 Jul 2007 563 Posts Addicted

That's exactly the top of what I'd like to spend, maybe up to $450 if it's extra-dope. I need a new harness as well and I'm trying to pay for everything with my stimulus check, lol. Anyone know if 2nd wind has some good stuff right now?

forrest · Mon Apr 21, 08 7:59 am

2nd Wind has quite a bit of stuff and might give you a deal on a board/harness package if you ask. Might want to ask about last year's Lunacy as well.

Give them a call, they open at 10AM. 541-386-4464

KidCorporate · Since 10 Jul 2007 563 Posts Addicted

Forrest, thanks for the info, that will really help me narrow down my choices. I'll holler at 2nd wind and see what they can do for me.

forrest · Mon Apr 21, 08 9:45 am

Also, be sure to let them know you're trying to maximize the use of your stimulus check! Smile

Pepi · Mon Apr 21, 08 4:07 pm

Kid - We have a Misfit 126 at the shop that we could give you a killer deal on.

If you're interested, pm me and I'll give you the lowdown.

Thanks for the props Forrest.

Pepi

gorgebob · Since 25 Jun 2007 259 Posts Portland, OR Shop Owner

KidC
I have a couple of 06 Naish boards to check out. 128 Haze and a 125 Sol, both new
and looking for a home . Willing to deal also.
Bob- Gorge Performance 503-246-6646 10-to 8

shastadogs2 · Since 28 Mar 2005 336 Posts Obsessed

gorge perf lists a north youngblood on close-out in your price range.

i bought mclovin's y.blood last year, the one he won at kb4c. cant be riding anything but slingy mr tuck man!! (great spread in the mag, dude. south africa looks like a cool place to visit.)

anyway, that board rocks!