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Downed Skier

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Definition: A water-skier, wakeboarder, barefooter, etc. who has fallen and lost possession of the towrope.
Also Known As: Fallen Skier
Examples: You should pay extra attention to oncoming boat traffic when there is a downed skier in the water. For extra safety you should use a Skier-Down flag.
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