O'brien Alias 5.0 reviews

[Kidder522]

Hey everyone.

I am totally new to the world of wake surfing. Locally, there is an Alias 5.0 for sale and I am wondering if this is a good board to look at.

Any input is greatly appreciated.

Richard

[slipperyrockTKE300]

I had one once - I really liked it - I was about 175lbs at the time and I surfed it behind a 2003 Outback

That board was originally designed by Russ Wilde - one of the Skiers Choice's traveling coaches and team riders.

Russ donated one to the Tampa Jamboree and I believe one of the current forum members won it.

If I recall, it would fit easily into the stock wakeboard rack.

How much are they asking for it? it really wasn't all that expensive when it 1st hit the market

[jmvotto]

I learned on that as well from Russ nice board if I remember it retailed for about 199
On par with the HL broadcast and cwb ride. I thought it was slightly faster down the line

[Kidder522]

Ed.

On sale privately for 150. Used only a couple of times this year. Don't want to break the bank on a board for my first one. I'm 6'1" and about 220. Do you think the board is fit for my size?

[slipperyrockTKE300]

I do think the board will work fine for you.

I'd work on that price though. I think $150 is to much.

I'd pay $100

[jmvotto]

What year the new ones are 249. ? Should would fine I was 225 when I tried it

[Kidder522]

Hey guys.

It is the 2011 model.

http://www.wakeworld.com/products/images/products/5778.jpg

Thanks for the information.