is a flyboard possible?

[Ric Moseley]

I did some searches on the forums but could not see anything definitive, has anyone done a successful Flyboard (or equivalent) install on their twin engine boat? I have a 2015 242 Limited S and my kids are asking me to install one...

 

[RiverRat]

https://jetboaters.net/threads/95-in-az-on-10-25-quick-flyboard-dive-video.3922/



@cybuch has one on his twin.

 

[Ric Moseley]

Yeah, saw that one. His boat is 10 years old...

 

[swatski]

Yeah, saw that one. His boat is 10 years old...

It is kind of funny, but essentially the same pump as far as the bolts/venturi nozzle attachment.

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[RiverRat]

Pumps are very similar. Any flyboard kit you can find to fit a Yamaha ski the same vintage as your boat would work.

 

[RiverRat]

It is kind of funny, but essentially the same pump as far as the bolts/venturi nozzle attachment.

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Jinx!

 

[Ronnie]

I don’t know how much effort goes into the conversion especially if it is done daily or every few days but you will need space to store the output hose not just the board.

I’ve seen some used fly boards online for about $3k, including the remote throttle. If I were in the market I would look for pwc that would do the job like a normally aspirated Yamaha or Seadoo, 4 stroke with at least 100 hp is what I recall being manufacturer’s suggestion.

 

[Mainah]

Keep in mind they recommend lessons not just to make money but for your safety. Think about accidentally launching youself towards the boat or ski with that kind of thrust. Ok some of us daredevils would risk it. Now think about your kids doing it. Just saying be safe and have a healthy respect for the power of water and the pain it can cause.

Good luck

 

[BigN8]

Would you rather have a flyboard or a Parasail? I thought about rigging up a parasail at one time. To me seems like more people would enjoy the parasail and it would cost about the same maybe less to rig

 

[cybuch]

You could do it, pretty easy actually. I switch between boating and flyboarding in about 5 minutes. I use the ski locker to store the hose and u-pipe and it takes most of it. If you go forward, make sure you get a dual impeller and an 80foot hose. We still use ours every outing and love it! If you have further questions, feel free to give me a PM.