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Patrick56
06-21-2011, 10:34 AM
Does anybody make a dual surfboard rack to mount to the tower? I used to see one on ebay (quality questionable I am sure) but now I can't find it. I know some surfboards will fit in normal wakeboard tower racks, but mine doesn't. I am going to add a rack, but I would love to have more flexibility in what I stick up there. I also don't really want a rack that cost more than my board.

Any suggestions?

The Squeaky Wheel
06-21-2011, 11:09 AM
Yes !
I bought one of these
http://menacewatersports.com/shop-v1.0/viewitem.php?groupid=1&productid=4

Website stinks...give them a call. Lots of options.

I purchased the vinyl coated double surf forks. The are a direct replacement for the double wakeboard forks on my '09 21v. Just unscrew 4bolts and good to go.

KG's Supra24
06-21-2011, 12:04 PM
Krypt makes one ...

http://www.bulletlines.com/double-wakesurf-tower-rack-p/1003.htm

I have the monster wake/surf combo and have been very happy with it as it is quick release and can hold more than one surf board in the surf slot.

http://www.iboats.com/Monster-Tower-Wakeboard-Surfboard-Combo-Rack/dm/cart_id.013897890--session_id.628135414--view_id.705407

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i401/kwgarner24/Racks1-1.jpg

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i401/kwgarner24/Racks3.jpg

Those are actually pics of the double wakeboard but I have them mounted the wake/surf combo mounted the same.

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i401/kwgarner24/forum1-1.jpg

sybrmike
06-21-2011, 12:53 PM
I've got my name on the list over on the Moomba board where they're trying to get another production run together for the Endless Wave surf rack.

http://www.moomba.com/msgboard/showthread.php?t=15184

Basically it's a flat roof rack style that bolts to the top of the tower so you can stack multiple boards. I've got a foam ocean type board (and another on the way). Most of the surf racks I could find are only 2" to 2-1/8" wide & my boards with traction are thicker than that. Kneeboard forks could be used, but are around 4" wide so you'd have to shim with something like foam noodles & still only fit one thick board per rack. I'd love to just use a cargo bimini, but they don't work well with my Titan II tower.

KG's Supra24
06-21-2011, 03:06 PM
FWIW, The monsters larger fork is 2 3/4.

sybrmike
06-21-2011, 05:32 PM
Thanks for the clarification, KG. Now if only they made a double surf rack...

Patrick56
06-22-2011, 08:33 AM
It looks like Krypt might be the best option for what I am wanting. Thanks KG.

I will also call and ask about the menace rack as well Squeaky.

I wish I could find one rack to hold a kneeboard and a surfboard. I don't have the kneeboard in the boat very often (depends on the guests), but it is always in the way!

The Squeaky Wheel
06-22-2011, 08:55 AM
Patrick,
As memory serves me, the Menace aka StarOne surf forks are 2.5" wide.
I have no problem holding Inland Surfer boards or a CWB Razr which are pretty thick.

I dealt with the sales manager Brett directly. Service was fast & informative
[email protected]

sybrmike
06-22-2011, 09:49 AM
I too called Menace/StarOne (agreed, good folks to deal with) & they said the width of the surf fork on their double surf rack is the same as the surf fork on their surf/wake combo fork. I've got a pair of the plasticote dipped surf/wake combo & my surf forks measure 1-7/8" wide. The coating eats a little room, but maybe only 1/8" both sides similar to inserts.

The Squeaky Wheel
06-22-2011, 10:22 AM
I too called Menace/StarOne (agreed, good folks to deal with) & they said the width of the surf fork on their double surf rack is the same as the surf fork on their surf/wake combo fork. I've got a pair of the plasticote dipped surf/wake combo & my surf forks measure 1-7/8" wide. The coating eats a little room, but maybe only 1/8" both sides similar to inserts.

I'll measure mine tonight....thanks for the update

Mike, what brand boards do you surf that are that thick?

The Squeaky Wheel
06-22-2011, 01:06 PM
Followup: I spoke with Brett today. The StarOne/Menace forks are 2", so taking into account the vinyl, Mike's measurement sounds accurate. So perhaps not wide enough for the beefy foam type boards that Mike uses. I can attest they fit Inland Surfer and CWB surf-style boards.

Skim boards fit in the standard wakeboard forks.

Lucky that I have a z5 cargo bimini rack in case I buy a thicker board down the road.

riderite
06-22-2011, 01:31 PM
This is Brett over here at Star One Wake / Menace Watersports.. We manufacture the double surf forks, also single surf forks with a 2 5/8" slot, and a 4" single surf fork for the larger boards... The Double Surf forks have a slot that is 2" but it depends on the thickness of the vinyl at the time...

The Squeaky Wheel
06-22-2011, 01:34 PM
Brett,
Anything to prevent you from considering dual 2 5/8" forks?
Does the aluminum billet for the CNC get too expensive at that point?

sounds like there may be a market for it.....

riderite
06-22-2011, 01:44 PM
It is all about demand. Say if our standard forks were $159.00 a pair, you would be looking at over $200.00 for something like that due to material costs, programming cost, and machine time... But we can do anything you would like all you have to do is give me a shout and I can get you a cost on something custom like that..

sybrmike
06-22-2011, 01:59 PM
Patrick, keep us posted on what you end up with...

Brett, I'd gladly serve as a prototype test mule for some comp'd double surf racks that'd fit thick boards :). Or how 'bout a cargo bimini for the Titan II?

Squeaky, I've got a 5'6" foam core ocean board that the kids play around on in the gulf surf (worked real well the one time we had it behind a boat) & UPS just dropped off the 4.8 LakeWakes board I picked up on the Moomba/Supra group buy. Both boards are a little over 2" thick with the traction pads.

Patrick56
06-23-2011, 11:38 AM
Talked with Brett yesterday at Menace. He was extremely helpful and let me know what my options are. There complete racks are a bit pricey for me (but I am cheap). I will figure something out, and let ya'll know.

Lavinder
08-11-2011, 11:49 AM
I replaced my stock Roswell tines with Roswell Surf Tines. Easy swap out with four hex bolts.