2010 Outback not on AWSA list

[deerfield]

Here's the very boat that was used for the 2009 AWSA testing...

it's for sale at Watersports of Central Florida

http://www.orlandoboats.com/boatdisp.php?id=263

Ed - It sure will make a nice boat for a lucky buyer. Though included in the test boat, I do not regret taking a pass on the 340 engine. The 325 provides plenty of torque and so far has been bullet proof. But, I sure would like to have that Perfect Pass Digital Pro. Among its other advantages, it would relieve my sons of the additional task of watching speedos to adjust speed and let them focus on what's in front when pulling me. - Deerfield

[Mikey]

Deerfield i'm like you except that i've since added the PP wakeboard pro and other than a blown module(since fixed) its the one of the most used and liked items in or on the boat. Definetely worth adding.

[Laz]

Are Outbacks used in tournaments very often? I haven't seen one yet. However, I did see an Outback prominently displayed in the Edged in Water 2 video.

Laz

[Hoopskier]

I don't know about 3 event tournaments. I did see 2 Outbacks being used in the WI State waterski show tournament. In the world of show skiing this is a large event, teams from all over WI, 23 teams. Teams that run multiple tow boats ranging from just inboards to just multi-engine outboards and a mix of the two. No I/Os! Outboard boats with up to 900 hp combined outboards (3x300hp).

It was neat to see the Moomba be represented in an area which is dominated by ski nautique, mastercraft and malibu. Interesting to see a these tow boats actually pull more than one skier at a time unlike your average weekend warriors, such as 5 slalom skiers doing a 360 round the boat (no tower clearly).

A great proving area that Moomba is on par with other manufacturer products in performance and durability.

This is a link to a complete video of the waterski show using a 09 Moomba Outback (blue/black) The video is about 60min.

http://www.waterski.org/index.php?op...d=79&Itemid=73

[Grant M]

I don't know about 3 event tournaments. I did see 2 Outbacks being used in the WI State waterski show tournament. In the world of show skiing this is a large event, teams from all over WI, 23 teams. Teams that run multiple tow boats ranging from just inboards to just multi-engine outboards and a mix of the two. No I/Os! Outboard boats with up to 900 hp combined outboards (3x300hp).

It was neat to see the Moomba be represented in an area which is dominated by ski nautique, mastercraft and malibu. Interesting to see a these tow boats actually pull more than one skier at a time unlike your average weekend warriors, such as 5 slalom skiers doing a 360 round the boat (no tower clearly).

A great proving area that Moomba is on par with other manufacturer products in performance and durability.


This is a link to a complete video of the waterski show using a 09 Moomba Outback (blue/black) The video is about 60min.

http://www.waterski.org/index.php?op...d=79&Itemid=73

Thanks for the link, that was a pretty entertaing show!

[BensonWdby]

In addition to the the requirements below, I thought I had heard that all tournament approved boats must have Zero-Off for speed control. But I can't find that requirement anywhere. The reaons I mention that is that my 1999 Mobius (basically an Outback) was AWSA approved, but I bet I could never pull a tournament becasue I have no speed control at all...


From USWSA web site:

Towboats approved for AWSA competitions in 2011 are: Centurion Carbon Pro, Malibu Response LXi, MasterCraft ProStar 190, MasterCraft ProStar 197, Ski Nautique 200 and Sport Nautique 200 (v-drive). Members of AWSA’s Towboat Committee, technical experts, drivers and top water ski athletes conducted this year's evaluations. Among the highlights this year, the Centurion Carbon Pro and Sport Nautique 200 are new towboats; the Ski Nautique 200 was tested with a new high output 6.0L engine; and MasterCraft tested with engines by a new manufacturer, Ilmor.

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To have a boat evaluated, a manufacturer must be a USA Water Ski Gold Corporate Member, and a member of the American Water Ski Educational Foundation and Water Sports Industry Association.

[Reese350]

Eseebeck,

Do you ski in the local slalom tournaments? It sounds like you might be talking about Jepawhit just north of Fenton. We go to almost all of the MI tournaments with my son. Would be great to meet you if you're there.

Scott

[kaneboats]

as the guy who was generous enough to have two Chicago Deep Dish Pizza's sent to me

Uh oh, Deerfield, I'm feeling a little sick.

[deerfield]

I will cut you a super deal off the already ridiculously low price.

Ed - The purchase for this spring will be a barefoot boom. It's been on the radar but not in the budget the past two summers. The boys are eager to try footin'. And, as you probably know, boom is the way to go. Also, we find that some of their friends really struggle to get up on skis and wakeboards. I think the boom for those kids will help get them up and give them a sense of accomplishment. It's all about having fun and giving kids a day they will remember. So, I appreciate but need to pass on the very, very gracious PP offer. For now the boys will try to improve on the manual throttle touch while keeping a keen watch for any wayward watercraft. Best - Deerfield

[deerfield]

Kaneboats and Sled - Tough for me to diagnose your respective conditions as you gave me no symptoms. Feeling ill or sick is a bit vague. Although, right at the top of my list is to ask if your behavior leading up to being under the weather included consumption of alcohol. By the way, I do know how to make people feel good. My wife calls me Dr. Love. - Deerfield