Depth Question

[codeman671]

Originally Posted by jayhawk_nation

Thank you all for all this help.

Which of the jet ski storage options- lift, electric lift, or dock situation is the easiest? The spot we are looking at is in a super calm cove, and I'm pretty sure getting waked out would not be a problem. Also, does one brand of jet ski work best with that situation?

If you go with floating ports avoid a Yamaha. The slide-n-go ramps are quite easy if you have the gradual shorefront for it, plus it doesn't occupy your dock space.

[Descant]

I'd leave it in the water. There are many creative ways to tie it off so it doesn't bang against the dock or take up dock space.

[Biggd]

Originally Posted by Descant

I'd leave it in the water. There are many creative ways to tie it off so it doesn't bang against the dock or take up dock space.

Esp if you're in a calm cove. I'm in a calm cove and I left mine tied up all season.

[jayhawk_nation]

What does everyone prefer, boat lifts or just tying it up to the dock with the little thing that goes over the top? I have seen them all around, not sure what they are called or what they do. I'm assuming it keeps it from banging onto the dock?

[Winilyme]

Originally Posted by jayhawk_nation

What does everyone prefer, boat lifts or just tying it up to the dock with the little thing that goes over the top? I have seen them all around, not sure what they are called or what they do. I'm assuming it keeps it from banging onto the dock?

For us, in a busy and wavy part of the lake, we’re all-in with the lift. Keeps the hull clean, is stable given the large wakes, and makes it easy to access the ski. I would not feel secure with mooring whips in OUR situation. Yours may be different.

[ishoot308]

Originally Posted by jayhawk_nation

What does everyone prefer, boat lifts or just tying it up to the dock with the little thing that goes over the top? I have seen them all around, not sure what they are called or what they do. I'm assuming it keeps it from banging onto the dock?

For jet ski's, I definitely prefer a lift over leaving it on a dock or mooring. Besides the convenience for just about every aspect, it makes it much easier to cover which is a must if you want to protect it from the sun when not in use...

Dan