Cobalt Boats Forum

May want to check with our more experienced owners, my understanding is that Cobalt had ballasts in the ski locker but it made the wave worse and they took out the ski locker ballast. Heard a solution of just getting the fat sack out and laying it in the aft on the ground when needed then putting it ...

Thank you so much, y’all are great!

I have a 2019 R7 surf, had a few issues the first season that were covered under warranty. I haven't had any issues the last couple of seasons. The wave that the R7 surf puts out isn't as good as the R8 surf, other than that I like the design of the R7 better. Based on my experience I wouldn't ...

Ha! I think their boats focused toward the watersports end of the market (R series) is selling more boats than the luxury series (A series) over the last decade, and they're shifting focus to where their buyers are.


I had seen a few post from people saying they were having issues with the ...

Ha! I think their boats focused toward the watersports end of the market (R series) is selling more boats than the luxury series (A series) over the last decade, and they're shifting focus to where their buyers are.


I had seen a few post from people saying they were having issues with the A29s ...

Good looking boat. The sport colors are my favorite scheme. Looks like book is around 18K average retail (Average Retail Value — An average retail valued boat should be in good condition with no visible damage or defects. This boat will show moderate wear and tear and will be in sound running ...

Thank you for sharing your insights! It sounds like you found a gem with your R5. I hear you on the choice between R5 and R6 being a bit like Coke vs Pepsi! Your points about the deeper V and interior preferences resonate with what I’m looking for. It's cool to hear your perspective on the changes ...

Thanks for the insights! This group is the best.

It's good to hear more about your experiences with weight distributing hitches like the Equalizer and Blue Ox. I'll definitely look into those options.

Do you have any recommendations on brake controllers for boat trailers as well?

-C

That's awesome about your new boat! Stunning, how did you decide on the R5 over the R6?

Wow!

Thank you so much for your detailed response and the picture! I really appreciate your advice on towing with a 1/2 Ton Truck and the insights on weight distribution and trailer setup. Your experience with towing R5's is invaluable. I'll definitely keep your recommendations in mind to ensure ...

Hello! New to the chat and excited to join the Cobalt Fam from Lake Lewisville Texas.

Shopping for R5s, R6s, and R7s

I have a 2012 F150 FX4 5.0 V8. I'll be dry slipping it just an eighth of a mile from the ramp. For longer trips (like cross-town), I'll rent a bigger truck.

If anyone has ...