Wake tower

[Cusefan78]

I'm thinking about adding a wake tower to my labrisa this winter does anyone have any recommendations. I want one that folds down and has nice clean lines. Also want to capability to add speakers and a bimi top.

[OneCent]

i don't have any experience with it, but i like the MTK (http://shop.monstertower.com/p-149-mtk-universal-wakeboard-tower.aspx) from Monstertower.

[Cusefan78]

I like that one a lot. I'm worried that it will make getting in and out of the boat a pita cause where it mounts. I almost think I need one that I can mount from forward of the dog house. A lot of them are really ugly with all those water jet cut outs.

[dkelly4819]

I've got an MT1 from Monster and it works well and folds down easily. They also sell several different bimini styles in various colors that mount to their towers, along with speakers, racks, mirrors, etc.

[Cliff]

I just installed a aerial free ride tower on my seadoo I have to say I am more than impressed. It is overbuilt. And fully adjustable an easy to install.
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[gogger]

I have a MT2 from Monster and like it real well also.

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[villain]

I put on a jobe. The same as an arial and many others but about 3-400 less.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/10/yrutehev.jpg

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[Cliff]

That's a nice looking tower

[Sdc77]

Also have the Monster MT2 on my boat. Looks great on the Saltare IMO

http://sdch2o.free.fr/perso/bateau/supra/%c3%a9t%c3%a908.JPG

http://sdch2o.free.fr/perso/bateau/supra/%c3%a9t%c3%a912.JPG

[Blackntan90]

The Monster tower is very adjustable in the mounting options, and customer service is excellent. As for being a PITA to get in and out of the boat, I use mine as a hand-hold all the time, it is a bit ugly compared to some of the towers on the market.

[James]

Not sure if this is an option but it's a super good deal and looks sick. I want it for my supra but I don't think it will mount on mine.
http://bit.ly/1hJgp1I

[Cusefan78]

What are the dimensions. I didn't see them on the website that is a pretty sick tower though

[James]

Not sure. I tried msging the guy but had no response. I would love to see an older supra have that put on.

[Cusefan78]

Yeah that one is very sharp. Would love something like that

[tracy@roswell]

Consider a Roswell. Fully adjustable and easy to install. Four universal towers to choose from. MOST RIGID towers in the industry.

http://www.roswellwakeair.com/series_classic/index.php#1
http://www.roswellwakeair.com/series_elite/index.php#1

[jthack]

so cusefan, this is old, but what tower did you go with? i put a big air 'ice' tower on my 95 labrisa

[SquamInboards]

Monster MT2 here also. I was skeptical, but have been impressed overall. No rattles, very solid. I think it matches the lines of the boat pretty nicely. One thing is, I put a "medium" Monster bimini under my tower, much lower than most people put it, and even Monster didn't think it would work. It did... but with some custom front mounts, of course. That's what I expected. Anyway, just wanted to tell you what you're looking at in the pics. http://i567.photobucket.com/albums/ss116/stepper61/Mobile%20Uploads/00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000012F.jpg
http://i567.photobucket.com/albums/ss116/stepper61/Mobile%20Uploads/00000000-0000-0000-0000-00000000012C.jpg

[jthack]

squam...looks great and flows well with boat lines. my big air ice is pretty solid...no rattles, but shimmys a bit going over rollers...wish it folded down easier we've been real happy with the indy bimini top.

[gnarlydude]

Nice, Squamin!


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[korey]

That is the BEST looking implementation of the monster bimini that I have seen on a saltare! Nice work! I think it would be too low for my use, but it looks great!

[SquamInboards]

That is the BEST looking implementation of the monster bimini that I have seen on a saltare! Nice work! I think it would be too low for my use, but it looks great!

Thanks... it's actually a Bravura (only 21') but anyway, same lines.

The low height was key to get the most shade possible. The tower curves in so much, if it was up high it would have been useless at all times other than high noon in July (I also would have had to go with a smaller width bimini). You cannot stand up under it, needless to say. But it's just right for sitting on the gunwale - my head is above it so I can see over it. Someone sitting on the engine can also see over it.

It's not bad to get under, and it provides fabulous shade for the kids when we only go out for an hour or two... which was the goal. Not having to sunscreen two small children for a short boat ride is a game-changer.

I spent a LOT of time measuring before assembling that whole setup. It was time well spent.

[Cusefan78]

I never put one on. When I was thinking of installing one my buddy that has a cottage right next to mine picked up a tige. I pull him skiing and he pulls me boarding.

[crystal waters]

I never put one on. When I was thinking of installing one my buddy that has a cottage right next to mine picked up a tige. I pull him skiing and he pulls me boarding.

The Labrisa is a wonderful boat and produces an outstanding wake for slalom skiing.
As a wakeboard boat , fat sacks and all it is far from being ideal. Great perhaps to learn with but not a serious contender IMHO.
If you want the tower for other reasons go for it but if only to try to create a wakeboard boat out of it then you may wish to consider a different model. I wouldnt spend the $ on a tower in this instance.
Candidly, my personal opinion that may upset a few readers I fully realize.
Know however , that you have. an awesome boat for general alround family fun and watersports.

[Cusefan78]

Crystal, that was my thought on it also. My labrisa is a decent ski boat and it's roomy enough to cruise around the lake. When I was thinking about a tower I thought I would be wake boarding more. In the end I always come back to skiing. I'm always going to be a ski first type. When I do want to wake board I have two very good friends that I can go out with.