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Before You Leave the Boat Dock

Thursday March 29, 2007
Necessities are often overlooked in the rush to get out on the water for a day of waterskiing or wakeboarding. Before the boat pulls away from the dock, take ... Read More

Top Waterskiing, Kneeboarding, and Barefooting Books for Kids

Tuesday March 27, 2007
What better way to introduce boat-towed sports to kids than to give them a book to read on the subject first? I've chosen a list of books to get ... Read More

Before You Buy a Wakeboard Towrope

Sunday March 25, 2007
Just any old towrope won't do when it comes to wakeboarding. A rope made for waterskiing may work fine to pull you out of the water, but when it ... Read More

Top Books on Waterskiing

Friday March 23, 2007
Books can be a quick way to learn more about waterskiing and improving your skills on the water or behind the wheel of a boat while towing a water-skier. ... Read More

Trampoline Training for Wakeboarders

Wednesday March 21, 2007
Many of us have fond memories from our childhood of jumping on a trampoline in the back yard. But did you know the trampoline is also an excellent tool ... Read More

Top Training Equipment Products and Ideas for Water-skiers and Wakeboarders

Sunday March 18, 2007
There are ways to improve your skills even when you can't be on the water waterskiing or wakeboarding. Using strength training equipment can aid in injury prevention when you hit ... Read More

From Glass to Powder - Cross Training in the Winter

Friday March 16, 2007
Just because the air and water turn cold in the winter does not mean you have to stop your waterskiing or wakeboarding training. Many boat-towed sports enthusiasts hit the ski ... Read More

Top Waterskiing and Wakeboarding Magazines

Tuesday March 13, 2007
Magazines are great for when you want to sit down and unwind. And for boat-towed sports lovers, waterskiing and wakeboarding magazines can help you not only improve your skills with ... Read More

2007 J.D. Power Best Waterskiing/Wakeboarding Boat Ratings

Sunday March 11, 2007
Annually, J.D. Power and Associates, a leading global marketing information service, releases its rankings for boats based on surveys completed by boat owners. The 2007 reports are based on ... Read More

How to Buy a Tow Rope for Waterskiing

Friday March 9, 2007
Don't make the mistake in thinking any tow rope will work for all boat-towed sports. If you want to advance in your slalom skills you'll want a tow rope made ... Read More

Water Ski Hall of Fame and Museum

Tuesday March 6, 2007
Take a stroll through the history of waterskiing at the Water Ski Hall of Fame and Museum in Polk City, Florida. You'll see memorabilia such as vintage water skis and ... Read More

How to Put on a Wetsuit

Saturday March 3, 2007
Your waterskiing or wakeboarding season can be extended by months after the cold water arrives if you wear a wetsuit. Improperly putting on a wetsuit may cause you to break ... Read More

Waterskiing Hand Signals

Saturday March 3, 2007
Prevent confusion and communicate effectively with your skiers on the water by using these hand signals.

Boating with a Dog

Thursday March 1, 2007
Is your dog considered a first mate on your boat? It's often fun to take your friendly canine with you when you go wakeboarding or waterskiing, but dangers can ... Read More

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