Waterskiing and Wakeboarding
Much like regular skiing and snowboarding,
waterskiing an
wakeboarding are two very different styles and require different equipment.
Equipment
Deep Water Starts
One of the hardest things for a beginner wakeboarder or waterskiier is getting on top of the waterit requires a good deal of strength and balance. Keep these steps in mind, and hopefully you will make it on top of the water in no time.
Wakeboard Start
# The boat driver should know to go slow and gradually pick up speed for a successful start.
# Shorter
ropes are easier to get up on.
# When you are in the water, the
board should be perpendicular to the boat. You should have the toe sticking out of the water.
# Have your arms extended on the handle, straddling your front knee.
# You should stay in the squatting position until you are out of the water.
# More of your weight should be on your front foot as the boat tows you out of the water.
# You are free to stand up once you are completely stable on top of the water.
Waterski Start
# The
rope handle should be in your hands, between your knees.
# Your
skis should be shoulder length apart, parallel, towards the boat.
# At least 6-12 inches of ski should be above the water.
# Keep your arms straight and stay in the seated position as the boat pulls you out of the water.
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