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I'm tired of not having a place to put my thicker board(s). However, the price of some of these racks just seems crazy to me. I need at least a rack for 2 surf boards. The dbot5 rack with the strap on looks good but is pricey. I don't think any are cheap though.
What racks are you guys using and whats the best bang for the buck?
Having a QD would be nice too. It would help when I'm putting the boat in its storage bay.
Thanks.
Roswell makes a pair of tines for a surboard to go on the racks that you already have, but they're pricey.
Yeah, I saw that in an older thread on here. Did you ever get a set and/or find out the price? They look good tho and its exactly what I need.
$$$$ everywhere I look!
I have the Dbot5 rack and have been relatively happy with it over the last couple seasons. The quick disconnect spline/clamp seems to have quite a bit of wobble, so I torque it down with an allen wrench to make it more stable. I suppose that kind of defeats the purpose of the QD, but I don't want the rack wobbling around.
As you get in to the more delicate boards try to find a spot for the rack that stores the boards as vertically as possible to take the pressure off the board where it meets the rack forks. I actually removed one of my swivel wakeboard racks to make room for the surf rack.
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n...r/PICT0010.jpg
Had the same problem, want vs price. Monster solved my problems.
i believe it was $190 per. Each one only holds one board but it works great, especially for the price. A mount clamps onto your tower just about anywhere you want and at any angle. The forks then quick connect/disconnect the same way a wheel and tire does on a bicycle.
So far it works great. Used it 5 or 6 times. Also, you could place 2 skinnier boards bottom to bottom on it i believe, it is pretty big. I have posted some pictures on here before somewhere .. ill try to find
http://moomba.com/msgboard/showthrea...t=10402&page=2 ...
Not quite what i thought it was but it still gives you an idea. I bought one surf and one wakeboard. Those pictures are with the wakeboard rack but the surf is just a little longer, the width is close to the same as the wakeboard but without the middle tong (or whatever you want to call it).
If you want to dish out some cash you cant go wrong with the Z-5, it will hold three surf boards with no problems. I think they are running about $1800, they are sweet and in my opinion so worth the money. I will never buy another boat without one.
We had 4 wakeboards, wakeskate, two surf boards and two kneeboards out the boat on racks/Z-5 sunday. Its sooooo nice having that Z-5!
Scott,
What rack is that on the starboard side. I see what you mean about being upright...makes perfect sense. Also, I've seen some of your pics before...nice! What size bag is that upon your seat? That thing is a beast.
Fman,
Really? All of that on the Z-5. A bit steep this year, maybe next. That's amazing.
Yep, Z5 is great, but I want something to carry my 5'6" surfboard on teh days that I may want some sun and don't take the Z5 out with the boat.
John,
How about just taking the cover off the Z5?
The new ones, called "Convertables" allow you to unzip most of it to get some sun, but no doubt - that's an $$$ upgrade.
Todd
I'll have to agree with the Z5. If you are willing to spend the money it is way worth it. very versatile and it looks good.
My monster racks work great, though. Def more budget friendly.
Nah, it's either on or off....If it's not gonna be there for shade, I'd prefer it to not be there at all for a head-bumping hazard.Quote:
Originally Posted by tg0824SSVGG
Yep, the Z5 is great.Quote:
Originally Posted by KG's Supra24
Agreed on the head-bump. I am only 5'10" and hit my head, some of my taller buddies - it reaks havoc on -- although, I have to admit - a few beers and watching one of htem try to WALK on the seat between the playpen and the rest of the boat ... PRICELESS, and he did it like 3 times!
Don't be cruel. I new guy is about to start going out on my boat and he's about 6'5" with a size 16 shoe. I'm taking him so he can impress the ladies :D
You know what they say about guys with HUGE FEET ... ;)
I didn't laugh the first time - but really, the 2nd, 3rd and 4th?
That's what happens when there's alcohol involved.
The 4 wakeboards were in the swivel racks, everything else was on the Z-5.Quote:
Originally Posted by ssmith
The rack is the dbot5 surf rack, a couple season's old.
I'm not sure if they've changed the mount at all, but, the only other complaint I have; in order to get the surf rack completely vertical, the rack has to be installed on a horizontal tower bar. I had to dig through some pictures to show how the rack sits at an angle when installed on the uprights of the tower. The rack is(was) a little limited in terms of installation possibilites, but, all in all, I am happy with the rack.
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n...er/ICT0069.jpg
I've been looking at the Endless Wave surf rack (~$400), but I think my wife would kill me if I bought more surfboards, or another expensive rack for that matter. Therefore, I don't need more storage :D
http://endlesswavesurfracks.com/
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n...f-nautique.jpg
There was a Z5 for sale on WW ($1000).
I'll have to wait for the new boat in order to get a Z5, even if I had the money for it, the Z5 guys say it won't fit my 05' 22SSV;
FITS 2009 SUPRA MODELS:
Gravity Edition 24SSV (standard)
Launch 24SSV/ 22SSV/ 21V/ 20SSV (optional)
Sunsport 24V/ 22V/ 20V (optional)
World’s Edition Series (standard)
FITS NON-CURRENT SUPRA MODELS
2006-08 24V
2007-08 22V
2005-08 21V
2007-08 20/ 20V
Hey Scott, why dont you think about adding a little more weight to your boat?!?!!? Holy !@#$!, is that safe????? That baby looks like it might go over if you turned real hard. And thats with only two people in the boat.... How much weight are you running in that? and how bout some pics of that wave, must be huge!Quote:
Originally Posted by ScottnAz
I did want one of the endless wave surf racks but after watching a review from Wake9, I changed my mind. They loved the rack other than the fact you had to be a monkey to get a board down. I could def see this being a downside.
Agreed, i watched the video and it looked like it would be a place for a board used once a day. It would be difficult to get boards in and out.Quote:
Originally Posted by ssmith
Fman riding that low is typical of my boat too for surfing. :) It drives pretty much the same for going straight. I only turn in one direction when driving around weighted like that - If you are weighted on port, only turn to port. This way your high-side takes the waves, not your low-side.
For you guys interested in the Z5 rack (and they are REALLY NICE) you should check out Monster Tower. They introduced their own cargo bimini last year.
I'll post a review when I get mine installed -- should be here today. I was able to score one for a REALLY good price.
I would be fine with driving that low, its my wife or son who would end up sinking it, or at least the bow... no doubt about it! Its amazing these transmissions and engines can take that abuse, talk about overload...Quote:
Originally Posted by 87SunSportMikeyD
and I thought my 750's in the rear were sitting low when full, throw another 4 or 5 people in that boat you might be able to bring in water over the corner.
Let me know how the monster tower works. The cheapest price I can get for the z-5 is $2300 before taxes, and most places I get quotes from want to also charge shipping.
I just picked up one of these on ebay for $115. Holds 2 boards and looks decent but I haven't tried it out yet.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Wakeboard-Tower-...item20b09bfef2
There's one in the wakeworld.com classified section for $1200 (or at least there was last week....)Quote:
Originally Posted by Skylar18
Memmer just be SURE you have plastic ring to protect the tower inside of that metal rack clamp. Since it fits multiple size towers, it should have the inserts, else it will scratch the tower allllll up.
Memmer,
Let us know how this works out. I just emailed the guy thru ebay to ask about the rubber inserts/plastic ring Mikey is referring to...an absolute must, IMO.
He asked me what size my tower was at the end of the auction. He said they make different sizes for different towers. But I do have some left over rubber from my tower speakers and my mirror just incase. It does not sit vertical and I do see the point of haveing the boards sit in the Vertical position but for $115 bucks i figured I'd try it out.
It does come with the rubber rings!
On the down side I ordered the rack on 4/21 and I haven't got a tracking number yet. I hope it's in the mail and they forgot to send the tracking info.
I got the rack in the mail yesterday. It looks very solid and well made but it didn't come with the rubber insert we were talking about. I'll take some pics when installing and update this thread.
I specifically asked the guy if it comes with the rubber spacers to protect the tower from scratches due to metal on metal and the reply was, yes it does :(.Quote:
Originally Posted by Memmer99
Sorry to hear. I'd contact them and ask about it.
I ended up going with the Aerial brand. I have a mirror made by them and have been very happy with it. I got this one off ebay for $129. Not bad when it cost $225 direct from Aerial.
http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...s2006/aer2.jpg
NICE! I like the black finish. The design is very similar. I have some rubber rings from my tower speakers I can use. I just wanted to let everyone know what I received in the box. Oh it also came with a sticker if your into those. I just removed every sticker possible on my boat so it went in the trash. lol
Any pictures of these racks installed?
Not sure which rack your wanting pics of (Memmers or mine). I don't have any pics but can get you one if you want.Quote:
Originally Posted by ScottnAz
Either or Both, just looking for ideas as it appears I'll be adding another board or 2 to the quiver this summer and will need more storage. Current options are
- Add the single board "surfer add-on" to my existing Dbot5 rack ($120 = 1 board)
- Pickup another Dbot5 rack ($300 = 2 boards)
- Endless Wave monkey rack ($400 = 3 boards)
- Ebay rack w/out quick disconnect ($173 = 2 boards)
What is the fork opening width on these ebay surf racks?
No way I'd do the Endless wave rack. It just seems too inconvenient. I can just see myself climbing around with wet feet, slipping and falling then hurting myself. Plus it would just be a PITA, but thats just my opinion. I do love the idea of it holding multiple boards. I would do the dbot strap on if only needing room for 1 board or the ebay route for 2 boards.
I'll never buy another surf rack. If I start acquiring additional boards...I'll save my coins and go the z5 route. It just makes more sense to me plus it looks cool.
I'll get you some pics of mine. I really can't say enough about the quality of the rack. No rattle and I measured the fingers for the surf board and I think I can get my LF venture and and Phase 5 in there together plus still have the wakeboard slot. Also, the wakeboard slot fingers are slightly wider than the Roswell racks, so I can easily get a thinner board in that slot...had a IS black pearl-yellow in yesterday. So depending on the boards, I can potentially get 3 boards in this one rack (maybe an option for you).
Scott,
Here is a pic of the Aerial surf/wakeboard rack. Sorry, best pic I have. I had to stop by the storage building to take it today and there's not much room to get a shot.
http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w...TQ1NC5qcGc.jpg