I have an HX and thinking about buying a 3D...similarities and differences?

[bawray]

I have an HX and thinking about buying a 3D for my second ski.

I live in Wilmington NC and use my HX for jumping waves in the ocean. I absolutely love the HX. I am going to keep it but I want a second ski so my sons and friends can ride with me. I am thinking about getting a 3D.

I have never ridden one and I don't know anyone who has so I was wondering how the 3D compares to the HX. What are the riding similarities and differences?

Anyone with experience riding both?

 

[mikidymac]

There is not a single thing that the HX and 3D have in common. The 3D is a 1997 XP+ hull with a deck and handpole. They are fun but not a good stand-up and not a good sit-down.

 

[fatblockabody]

I feel like a 787 x4 or another hx would be a better second ski for your use.

 

[bawray]

Well, I just arrived home with a 1996 XP. A project for sure but I hope I can get it ready by April. The 3D didnt seem right for me but I would love to try one out some time.

 

[fatblockabody]

Well, I just arrived home with a 1996 XP. A project for sure but I hope I can get it ready by April. The 3D didnt seem right for me but I would love to try one out some time.

Awesome!

 

[bawray]

When I picked up the XP it was at a PWC mechanic's shop. He had a 3D there (sans the motor!). It was the first time I have looked a 3D over in person. Definitely not a "stand up". I would still love to have a go with the sit down (not cart) option. And...yea...I would like to try it as a stand up just to see what it is like. It looked to be a lot of fun!

 

[Pedec]

Actually 3d are a lot of fun when they are running. If your the type that like to get wet they are fun. Everybody has there own idea of fun.

 

[mikidymac]

The 951 3D is pretty fun. It’s not as good as a sit down and not as good as a standup. But whatever it is, it’s fun in its own weird way.

 

[Pedec]

If they made the same idea as 3d new I would buy one for sure.