Considering a stand-up

[land_shark3]

So a couple Summers ago, Dollar Bill brought his SJ up to Lake Lanier to do some stupid stuff; the least of which was letting me ride it. After about 20-30 minutes I was able to get up (most of the time), but I still had some trouble with the ever so difficult left turn.

That little demo session was pre-LASIK and during Riot Ride. Now that I can see and I don't have 100+ other skis zipping past me, I would like to try my luck at it again. From talking to Bill and reading through this board it appears a SJ is the way to go. However before I drop that kind of money (and have to explain to my wife why I bought a toy I can't ride), I would like to see if it is something I might eventually get better at.

With that in mind is there anyone that might be willing to watch a newbie swim after their ski for a while? I just moved to the LKN area, but I also spend time on Boone Lake in TN.

**Mods, I'm new to the board so if this thread belongs somewhere else, feel free to move it.**

 

[CoreyLKN]

We got quite the creww here on LKN. There are plenty of use who will let you ride our skis. PM me and i'll let you know whats up.:woot:

 

[SMP]

You will become hopelessly addicted and sell your couches (except for the wife's).

Superjets are great for jumping and tricks, but it would prbly be more fun to learn on an SXR IMO - I became addicted on a '76 JS 400 back in the eighties.

 

[Mark44]

Welcome you will be addicted soon.

Mark44

 

[sjetrider]

if you enjoy a challenge then just buy a RN SJ and start the addiction. If you cant handle the challenge then keep the couches. IMO regardless stick w/ X-h20 we wont bash the couch toooo bad. LOL

 

[Peter123]

Sounds like a job for Godzilla...

 

[carpanthers555]

Under the riding groups section there is a LKN group. It is pretty big and some of the people are really good. Not me but others.

 

[restosud]

don't consider,just get one and enjoy.you'll never look back.