Ski pylon strength

[Cochrane]

I have a 2019 GTX 230. I added the ski module so that I could slalom ski behind it. It works great! However today while skiing the ski pylon broke. It is under warranty and I am going to get it replaced but I am concerned that the pylon cannot handle a slalom skier. I am told that when I cut back and forth across the wake the pylon is bending and today it finally snapped. Has anyone skied with the pylon for a significant amount of time and not had any issues with the pylon breaking?

 

[mikidymac]

Sounds like a quality part. Who would have thought you couldn't ski with the "Ski Pylon" accessory.

 

[benjilafouine]

Exactly what I was saying in another post, newer skis seem to have a quality issue. Let us know if it was the part of a design flaw.

 

[Cochrane]

Got a new pylon under warranty, have skied with it twice no problems yet. Dealer says he has not heard of any problems with the pylon, time will tell hope the first one breaking was just a fluke.

 

[Cochrane]

Skied hard with the new pylon 8 times so far, I cannot see any cracks or signs of wear yet.

 

[benjilafouine]

What is the difference between a ski pylon vs the hook at the back of the Sea-Doo?

 

[Cochrane]

The ski pylon sits right behind the seat and rises up just above the seat, you can take it on and off. It is an option and does not come with the ski.

 

[benjilafouine]

This I know but in what way the pylon is better?

 

[Cochrane]

Sits up higher out of the water makes it easier to ski behind.

 

[skiasylum]

If you pull the hook out of the back your ski will sink.

 

[benjilafouine]

I am talking about the hook just below the back of the seat.