Anyone seen this? WakeMakers NSS DIY Surf kit?

[8urchvy]

Just got off the phone with the guy at wakemakers and it turns out they are going to be releasing their own Surf kit that can be retro fitted to many boats. It's not on their website yet, but the guy had me go to a direct link to see it.

It looks very cool and the fact that you can wirelessly change the settings is pretty cool. Apparently the wave it creates is much more customizable than NSS...who knows.

Not sure how far it actually sticks out past the end of the boat, but I'm not too worried about that.

The price is $3,999, which I think is pretty reasonable.

http://www.wakemakers.com/wavecontrol

I'm in for one next year...once I save up...spent all this years funds on the stereo upgrade .

[Dandy21]

Rumor has it that Wakemakers will be selling the Go Surf Assist - see link below. This product is actually the factory available surf system on MB boats.

http://www.gosurfassist.com/

At one time, it was stated that they would not be available as a DIY project and an authorized dealer/installer would have to perform the install. My guess is that will change over time.

It appears that the wireless is for transfer only, not setting position (Think Tige AVX). The 1st section of the tab is controlled electronically and the end of the tab is manually adjusted through the turnbuckle.

[jtryon]

yeah it's the gosurfassist kit that they're selling. way too expensive for me, but guys with newer boats that don't want to spend the 5k or whatever the dealer wants for their brand surf system might see it as a good option.

[OKWAKEBDR]

NSS was installed on my boat for $2995. Of course this will work with non linc boats.

[jbWM]

The cat's out of the bag... we are launching the WaveControl Surf System later on this month.

I wanted to jump on here and clear a few things up about the difference between Go Surf Assist and WaveControl with Go Surf Assist Technology. We are using Go Surf Assist's patent pending tab technology, but the rest of the system (control box, dashboard interface, plug n' play wiring, system controller, etc.) will be different.

Let me know if you have any other questions about the system and I'll do my best to answer them.

[nukemustang]

Seems like a relatively inexpensive way to "update" older v-drives, without dropping serious $ for a newer boat.

It does say it fits most boats, will there ever be a way to put a template online and say "hey, print this on 8 1/2" X 14" and see if it will fit" prior to giving up a $4K spot to "see" if it will fit?

[jbWM]

It does say it fits most boats, will there ever be a way to put a template online and say "hey, print this on 8 1/2" X 14" and see if it will fit" prior to giving up a $4K spot to "see" if it will fit?

We are working towards a solution that's similar to that. Also, we are compiling a list of year/make/models that have already been tested.

If for any reason WaveControl can't be installed on your system we will refund your money and take care of the return shipping, so there isn't really any risk on your part.

[ScooterMcgavin]

Where can we see pics and video of the wave this will create from a 97-06 210 with this installed on the boat?

[pe4me]

Bump...love my 06 SANTE, I have been looking at new boats for the sole purpose of saving myself from myself: ie hacking the rear end of my boat with my JV mechanical skills to justify a marginally better surf wave. I am cautiously optimistic because there have been a few GREAT ideas that have not produced any "clean" products,(yet) but make no mistake, someone (companies) stands to make a ton of cash if they can get a wave that is comparable to a new boat without crazy amounts of ballast.
Here's to all the people that are pushing this technology forward and rejuvenating our "dated" boats!
JB: So we will still need to slam the boat? Will this help at all with the amount of ballast we will need to create a more ridable wave or this primarily just a wake shaper. It will be super helpful when someone is able to specifically to our hull/set up.
Thanks for keeping us updated, I am a buyer when we have a little more detailed information.

[Woody_tobius_jr]

I was curious about ballast as well. Also, when you do your fine adjustments to shape your wake to get it dialled in and then switch sides and get that side dialled in ( I'm sure with the prop wash that there will be differences) , now when you switch back to the original side, is it set, or do you have to start from scratch? I see that it has 1 dial for the fine tuning.


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[BoardSkier]

Id sure like to know if anyone has tried thase. I wouldn't mind putting some on my AN 226. The price is kind of steep, but better than a new boat.


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[ScooterMcgavin]

I agree... Anyone tried these on a Nautique?

[pe4me]

I talked with GSA today, it sounds like the real deal. It seems the adjustment knob is based on clicks (6 IIRC), each click bumps the actuator for a split second manipulating the wave the way you want in a repeatable fashion. So you take all the normal variables with your typical ballast set up and at least have a reference point for a given set up each time out+ the manual turn buckle to get that extra adjustability from there.
He also mentioned new boats are going up on youtube daily (x15 today 5/18), an OG 210 was up in the next 2 weeks to the best of his knowledge.
His point was the system works and basically any hull, his system simply diverts the water flow after the hull...pretty much the same way any trim tab works I suppose, except this is intentionally pushing water to make the optimal surf wave.
I like the fact that it is simple, seems well built and is backed by a reputable retailer.
Unless for some reason the hull reacts in some crazy fashion, I will be installing this at some point this summer. I just need to see the video, read the review and I will be throwing down.

[BoardSkier]

I saw the video and - to me at least - this appeared to be a mult-hinged trim tab lifting one side and thereby sinking the other. Not really a surf gate or NSS which as I understand causes the hull to slip a little sideways. Hard to tell from the video the ange that it mouted on the hull. Will be interested in seeing more and hearing about your experiences.


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[swatguy]

This system has been tested on some other MFG. boats with great success. Obviously they company is on here, but couple quick hits about it.

It was always going to be a DIY thing to my understanding. They just originally chose to do "locally" in order to keep up with the demand and production. Now it looks as if they have enough product to support the DIY demand. Tabs are different but this system can mostly be related to the MC Gen 2 Surf Tabs rather than Surfgate or NSS. Results I have seen so far are legit.