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WATERSKI MagazineThe Power Flex Control top was computer-shaped to balance and blend components of rocker, flex, profile and edge bevels. The NXT Comp received mixed reviews from the test team. Most of testers wanted a little more acceleration than the ski could give. However, testers did agree that the NXT would cover a broader spectrum of abilities because of its stability and forgiveness behind the boat. Jobe gives the skier the option of purchasing the NXT with non-adjustable drop-through fin or a standard adjustable fin. We suggest the standard adjustable fin.
Test Team Comments:
Doug: Very forgiving, with a good glide to it that put me wide of the buoy. Very easy to initiate the edge change, and it rolled out well into the turn. Tweak: stock settings.
Rhoni: A little hard to carry speed and maintain angle at the second wake. I think the NXT is actually too big for my body weight. Tweak: bindings back one hole and fin moved forward made it feel like a smaller ski.
Brett: A little sluggish out of the turn and through the wakes. Better suited for an intermediate-level skier. Tweak: stock settings.
Brandon: A stable and fluid ski, but in terms of acceleration, it's average. It took more effort through the wakes than other skis tested, but it allowed me to have nice, carving turns on both sides of the course.
Todd: Nice roll into the pre-turn. The NXT will benefit the skier who is looking for a smooth and controlled ride without the aggressiveness of a carbon graphite slalom ski. Tweak: stock settings.
Specs: Lengths available (in.): 66, 68 Factory fin setting (in.): depth -2.50; length – 6.875; distance from tail – .95 (adjustable fin) Price range: $340-$495
