finally got me a tige

[outkastz_kerry]

just got my boat on friday the pic is form my phone gonna take better ones soon... and also a pic of the old malibu time to make new memories on the z1

[majestic]

Very nice choice. I think you will be one of the first on the site with an 09. Judging by you boat profile getting the RZ didn't work out!

[chpthril]

Congrats, that a bad AZZ looking Z1

[ragboy]

Very nice, I still haven't seen a Z1 in person, but they are def one of the nicest 21ft Vs I have seen.

[MoneyPity]

Very nice, I still haven't seen a Z1 in person, but they are def one of the nicest 21ft Vs I have seen.

Congrats on the Z1. It is one great looking ride the way you have it setup. Have fun and enjoy.

[outkastz_kerry]

yeah the rz didnt work out but its for the best love this new boat... rides so so sweet just gotta get the money for sacs now... but can anyone give me advice on how to put the bimi top in the zip up cover... right now it take me forever and two ppl to do it.. think im missing something here

[SPBFAN]

Very nice boat. I based on your location. i would contact CHP or myself we can help you with your sac issue.

[Timmy!]

Congrats! That's a nice looking boat! Are the pads on the dashes red? Looks sharp!

[Guapo]

ybut can anyone give me advice on how to put the bimi top in the zip up cover... right now it take me forever and two ppl to do it.. think im missing something here

I have an 09 RZ2...I assume the bimini is the same design. I'd take pictures of it for the sake of clarity, but I'm out of town. I'll do the best I can... Mine has two bars that insert into the back of the tower and four in the front (two on each side) that attach with quick connect brackets.

I've only had the boat since mid early June, so I'm still trying to find the best way too. I don't think the design is very good IMO. Here's what I do (if anyone has suggestions...let me know too):

Step one: Undo the two front inner bars from the front inner brackets. This leaves the two outer brackets/bars attached (these will remain attached).

Step Two: Fold the front of the bimini back and lay on top of the tower.

Step three: Undo the rear bars from the rear bimini tube (the arched tube with the tee fittings). I leave the two rear bars in to support the bimini.

Step four: Fold the rear of the bimini up to the front portion and wrestle the cover over it all and zip it up.

Step five: Wrap the two straps of on the bimini cover over the tower and cinch down.

Step six: Remove the two rear bars from the tower since they don't need to support the bimini any more and store under the seats.

Step seven: I then secure the ends of the bars that stick out of the cover with velcro straps so they don't flop around.

I think that's about it. Again, I'm still figuring it out, but that's easiest way I've found so far. Feel free to ask if any of that isn't clear.

By the way...great looking boat!

[dingleberry]

... but can anyone give me advice on how to put the bimi top in the zip up cover... right now it take me forever and two ppl to do it.. think im missing something here

I think Guapo's post pretty well covers it. We always use the extended bimini, but the only difference is that the rear bar is longer (sticks more out the front of the bag when zipped away) and there is more fabric to stuff into the bag.

Just FYI, the zippered storage bag has a little velcro'd inner bag in which you can store your two rear support poles that insert into the rear edge of the tower. So, if you remember to store your poles into that BEFORE you stuff it all in and zip it up, you don't have to have your two removable support poles bouncing around in a storage compartment. And it keeps ALL your bimini parts together.

Other than those tips, just handling it enough times will make it more familiar and easier to deal with. I actually think it's a pretty nice design...except for the interference issue with the extended bimini and the top board bindings with the swivel racks.

[dogbert]

Sweet boat!

[jwanck11]

nice looking ride - enjoy!

[Guapo]

Just FYI, the zippered storage bag has a little velcro'd inner bag in which you can store your two rear support poles that insert into the rear edge of the tower. So, if you remember to store your poles into that BEFORE you stuff it all in and zip it up, you don't have to have your two removable support poles bouncing around in a storage compartment. And it keeps ALL your bimini parts together.

Dingleberry...thanks for the tip on inner bag for the two rear support poles. I had no idea it was there. I have the extended bimini as well. I love it for the shade it provides, but man the thing gets in the way of board racks. It also gets in the way of getting in and out of the boat. We have younger kids, so we have to keep the extended bimini on. Thanks again for the tip.

[yllw20]

nice boat - love the look of the z1

[Duncan]

Great looking boat! I think the new tower looks best on the Z1!

we use the standard and extended bimini regularly.

I unclip the front bimini poles first;
take out the rear poles;
let the rear portion hang straight down with the weight of the long rear support;
bring the front bimini portion over and back (pivots at main connection);
place the long rear support pole on top of the front support pole (which is now behind the tower);
making sure all extra material is hanging straight down, I then wrap the extra material around both support poles; and
lay the cover on and zip up.

My trick is the wrapping of material around the two poles. I found that controls the flailing around of the poles and keeps everything snug. It is even easier with the extension because more material to wrap.

Good luck. If you find more tricks, post 'em!