2016 Carbon Pro Rudder loading

Slalom Guy · August 2, 2016

I have just received a new 2016 CP Promo and coming from an old MC which has it's rudder loaded, Im finding it difficult to hold a good boat path. I looking for comments from others. Has anyone found that loading the rudder is necessary, or should I simply learn to drive this beautiful machine?

Thank you in advance for comments.

BruceF · August 3, 2016

We purchased a 2015 promo at the end of last season and it was set up for tournament driving. Our previous boat had an adjustable tab on the rudder and was set for heavy load so it was quite a bit different. The promo rep at fineline said the boats track best when they are free of loading as they can get stuck when the rudder has too much load. After a few passes we have gotten very comfortable and would not want to go back. Center up, set gun site and drive. "less is more"

Slalom Guy · August 5, 2016

Thank you, that is useful advice. I am becoming more accustomed to driving and think a few more passes will clinch it. Based on your comments, you have moved from a Nautique to a CP? Do you have other comparison impressions?

Thank you again.

BruceF · August 7, 2016

We had a 05 Malibu Response . From a skiing perspective the CP's wake takes little work to dial in and is consistent at different speeds and line lengths. There is always CP's at tournaments so your are familiar with the pull. The most notable difference is how quickly the CP planes out at speed and open water handling.