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#1 Sat, Dec 6, 2008 3:36 AM
- mikemichigan
- Karma: 0
- Rookie
Fin setting for an old dude?
Hi Everyone. Just found the web site and love it.
In previous years I had been skiing a D3 X5 Pro and prior to that a SixAM (both 67 inch). I had been running a consistant 22 off at 32 mph. Due to back problems I struggled to make 15 off @ 30 mph all last summer. I am 52 yrs. old and the back problems are long term. Even though I am barely 180 lbs. I have decided to purchase a Radar Senate at 69 inches. I have always set my fin at factory neutral, do you think that I can move the fin forward to make the ski "feel" shorter in the turns and still give me the lift I am looking for in wake crossings? I am planning on moving my boots all the way forward - this seems to be where I am consistently most comfortable. I only ski the course. I plan on skiing at 28 to 30. I use double Animals. Dragging out of the water is a pain on the back - the wider and longer ski should help.
Thanks,
Mike from Michigan
#2 Sat, Dec 6, 2008 3:53 AM
- Zane
- Karma: 5
- Slasher
- Foot Forward: Left
Re: Fin setting for an old dude?
Mike, Sorry I dont have much insight on this for you. But I do have a question for you. Where in Michigan are you located and where do you ski at? Just curious as I am also in Michigan. Looks like we are in for a snowy winter this year. Gotta find some time to get on the twin sticks again....
Zane
#3 Sun, Jan 11, 2009 4:31 PM
- ChrisRossi
- Karma: 7
- Pro Skier
- Foot Forward: Right
Re: Fin setting for an old dude?
Mike,
I think you will find the Senate a great match for you. I would not however do the changes that you have stated above. Ski the ski at factory setting first and report what you feel back on the forum. I will help you make the setting changes necessary.
