Promotional Boat Owners
USA WaterSki for 2006 has mandated that all boats arriving at an R Class event must have a supplied “Officials Display”. It is the desire of many tournament officials to have an “Officials Display” at all events.
All 2006 Promo Boats will have the new PerfectPass DBW System with multi line Display. The new “Officials Display” required are as follows:
Nautiques |
Officials Display & Cable $105 |
MasterCraft |
Officials Display $ 75
Y Adapter Cable (if required) $30
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Malibu |
Officials Display & Cable $105 |
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The "Slalom Switch" is a very simple device that connects to the pylon of the boat. When the skier pulls the switch closes which tells the system that the skier is in the pull and additional throttle is applied. Throttle is reduced when the skier completes the pull and begins the turn. (The Slalom Switch" is the same switch that has been used in the Jump mode for years, except it requires a different rope arrangement for quick shortening.)
What is the advantage ? - About six years ago, we started working with several top athletes including on a switch device that could provide a superior pull. It was obvious early on that the switch device was a significant improvement because it allows the speed control to apply more throttle in the pull and releases the skier earlier. The consensus is a pull that feels slower, easier and allows the skier to get wider.
How does it connect ? - Simply take our standard switch (many PerfectPass users already own one for jumping) and feed our new rope attachment through it. Two ends slip over the pylon while the end with the carabiner connects to the ski rope. Line shortening is very fast and easy as the loop simply snaps into the carabiner
What about the ski rope length ? - The rope arrangement on the switch measures 1/2 meter, which means that when the switch is used, your ski rope is 1/2 meter too long. The solution is easy, just remove a 1/2 meter section (either the 43 off or the 45 off from your rope.) Most of us will never use these lengths!! PerfectPass "switch ready" custom ropes are available from Masterline and Strightline Custom ropes.
Do I need the Switch ? - You do not need to buy a switch if you are satisfied with the current world record software. While most tournaments will be running the switch, the skier will have the option of having the PX set to 0, or in the "Off Mode."The benefit of the switch is generally for advanced short line skiers, running 22 off and beyond.
What do I need and what is the cost ? - Everyone wishing to use the switch will require the Xy6.5 software. $65 if you already have a jump switch, you just need a rope connector and PerfectPass cover and you are set. Retail $49 If you are starting from scratch, you will need a switch and rope connector. $199
