Sunday 28 February 2010
The Essential Wakeboarding Equipment That You Need
Recently, wakeboarding is gaining in popularity. This new and exciting sport has become much more popular because it combines the thrill of surfing and water skiing. Many people have tried this new sport and some have even considered it as a hobby. If you are new to the sport and you really like to try it out, your first impulse might be to go out and buy all the wakeboarding equipment you think you need. You may not need all of them, so it is important to know what types of equipment you should get for yourself for a safe and fun wakeboarding experience.
With every sport, safety comes at first priority. Water sports come with the risk of drowning, so it is best to invest in lifejackets. Make sure that the life jacket fits you snugly. When going out to water, make sure that you get to check your lifejacket.
The next wakeboarding equipment that you need is your board, of course. They come in different sizes and variations, and all perform differently. If you are unsure, ask other experienced boarders on what type of board is right for you. For beginners, heavier boards with large fins are needed. These provide stability for those who are just getting to know the sport.
If you like to ride on smoother waters, boards with smaller fins can sometimes do the trick. The can provide adequate stability at moderate speeds. Wakeboarding on rougher waters put great demand on your balancing skills. For novices riding on rough water, getting bigger boards with large fins can keep you from tumbling right down into the water.
There are many types of board fins available, and most of them are interchangeable. For beginners who usually wakeboard in only one body of water, you are better off with just one set of fins. But if you plan to go to other locations every now and then, you need to have more sets of fins to suit the various conditions of the water.
Safety must always come first, so if you want to be really safe, it is recommended that you replace the bindings on your board with a good set. Stock bindings usually do not give you the feeling of security. Make sure you choose bindings that are adjustable. You also need railings to grab on to when riding on a wake. There are two types of railings usually used for wakeboarding. The round rails are aimed more at the professionals who perform tricks and somersaults. If you are a beginner, you would be better off using square rails.
With every sport, safety comes at first priority. Water sports come with the risk of drowning, so it is best to invest in lifejackets. Make sure that the life jacket fits you snugly. When going out to water, make sure that you get to check your lifejacket.
The next wakeboarding equipment that you need is your board, of course. They come in different sizes and variations, and all perform differently. If you are unsure, ask other experienced boarders on what type of board is right for you. For beginners, heavier boards with large fins are needed. These provide stability for those who are just getting to know the sport.
If you like to ride on smoother waters, boards with smaller fins can sometimes do the trick. The can provide adequate stability at moderate speeds. Wakeboarding on rougher waters put great demand on your balancing skills. For novices riding on rough water, getting bigger boards with large fins can keep you from tumbling right down into the water.
There are many types of board fins available, and most of them are interchangeable. For beginners who usually wakeboard in only one body of water, you are better off with just one set of fins. But if you plan to go to other locations every now and then, you need to have more sets of fins to suit the various conditions of the water.
Safety must always come first, so if you want to be really safe, it is recommended that you replace the bindings on your board with a good set. Stock bindings usually do not give you the feeling of security. Make sure you choose bindings that are adjustable. You also need railings to grab on to when riding on a wake. There are two types of railings usually used for wakeboarding. The round rails are aimed more at the professionals who perform tricks and somersaults. If you are a beginner, you would be better off using square rails.
Thursday 25 February 2010
Waterskiing tow and tube riding
The Tow
When selecting water skiing equipment supplies such as a tow rope for your tube, make sure you tow children with a rope that is less than 60 feet so the tube will not gain too much in the way of speed. However, also make certain that the rope is never less than twenty feet in length.
The More the Merrier
If you're considering a tube for more than one rider, then you have a variety of options.
(1) Deck ski tubes look like a mattress and accommodate several riders.
(2) Multi-rider ski tubes usually can hold two to six riders and need water skiing equipment supplies such as a harness and tow rope.
(3) Ride-in ski tubes are like little boats. Riders sit ensconced on the floor of these tubes.
(4) Specialty tubes such as concept tubes represent such ski tubes as banana boats and multi-rider "hot dogs".
Going it Alone
Of course, if you want to go it alone, then there are one-rider ski tubes offered in a variety of shapes and sizes. Most come in round tubes for the maximum of fun.
Other Features
The tube you select should also contain features such as a double tow points and tow systems that are reinforced for extra safety. In addition, it should include a speed valve and a drain vent that is self-bailing. It's a must to have foam pads in order to ensure comfort and plenty of handles so that riders can be seated in a number of ways.
When selecting water skiing equipment supplies such as a tow rope for your tube, make sure you tow children with a rope that is less than 60 feet so the tube will not gain too much in the way of speed. However, also make certain that the rope is never less than twenty feet in length.
The More the Merrier
If you're considering a tube for more than one rider, then you have a variety of options.
(1) Deck ski tubes look like a mattress and accommodate several riders.
(2) Multi-rider ski tubes usually can hold two to six riders and need water skiing equipment supplies such as a harness and tow rope.
(3) Ride-in ski tubes are like little boats. Riders sit ensconced on the floor of these tubes.
(4) Specialty tubes such as concept tubes represent such ski tubes as banana boats and multi-rider "hot dogs".
Going it Alone
Of course, if you want to go it alone, then there are one-rider ski tubes offered in a variety of shapes and sizes. Most come in round tubes for the maximum of fun.
Other Features
The tube you select should also contain features such as a double tow points and tow systems that are reinforced for extra safety. In addition, it should include a speed valve and a drain vent that is self-bailing. It's a must to have foam pads in order to ensure comfort and plenty of handles so that riders can be seated in a number of ways.
Wednesday 24 February 2010
The different types of water skis
If you are looking for something fun to do on your next beach or lake vacation, water skiing may be just what you are looking for. Water skiing allows you to glide across the surface of the water at top speeds with the excitement of waves splashing around you. It is exhilarating and best of all, it is fairly easy. The only requirement needed to do basic water skiing is to be able to hold yourself upright. That, and to have the right equipment.
There are a few things that you will need in order to water ski. The skis are the most important and we will discuss the different types of skis in a bit. You will also need a rope to tie you to the boat, and then of course the boat. Every water skier should also have a pair of goggles to protect their eyes. You will be traveling at high speeds and it is dangerous to not have anything protecting your eyes from wind, water and potential debris. Goggles will keep you safe and keep your mind on the fun. Along the same lines, even experienced swimmers should wear a life jacket. No matter how strong a swimmer you are, if you are knocked unconscious for any reason, a life jacket will save your life.
There are four different types of water skis. These are combination, slalom skis, trick skis and jump skis. Depending on what you want to do in the water, is how you will choose your skis. The combination skis are the most common type used today. They are great to learn on because that have a wider tip and are easier to maneuver. Slalom skis use just one ski and allows the athlete to make sharper turn and reach faster speeds. These come in a recreational type which has a wider tail and flatter bottomw so they are easier to get up and right straight. They also come in advance which have a more tapered tail with beveled edges and a tunnel bottom. They are more difficult to ski on, but allow the skier to go much faster.
The next type of ski is the trick ski. These are used for stunts such as spinning, jumping and doing extreme moves. There are shorter and wider than the other types of water skis and require a much more advancer skier. There are no fins on the bottom of trick skis to it is more difficult to control your movement, but easier to slide and turn. Lastly, there are jump skis. These are used for jumping off of ramps and are made of a hi-tech composite material to make them stronger.
Water skiing can be an awesome, so grab some skis and head out to the water!
Author Resource:- Mike Direct is an avid cyclist and sports enthusiast. He is also a partner in an online bike rack store
There are a few things that you will need in order to water ski. The skis are the most important and we will discuss the different types of skis in a bit. You will also need a rope to tie you to the boat, and then of course the boat. Every water skier should also have a pair of goggles to protect their eyes. You will be traveling at high speeds and it is dangerous to not have anything protecting your eyes from wind, water and potential debris. Goggles will keep you safe and keep your mind on the fun. Along the same lines, even experienced swimmers should wear a life jacket. No matter how strong a swimmer you are, if you are knocked unconscious for any reason, a life jacket will save your life.
There are four different types of water skis. These are combination, slalom skis, trick skis and jump skis. Depending on what you want to do in the water, is how you will choose your skis. The combination skis are the most common type used today. They are great to learn on because that have a wider tip and are easier to maneuver. Slalom skis use just one ski and allows the athlete to make sharper turn and reach faster speeds. These come in a recreational type which has a wider tail and flatter bottomw so they are easier to get up and right straight. They also come in advance which have a more tapered tail with beveled edges and a tunnel bottom. They are more difficult to ski on, but allow the skier to go much faster.
The next type of ski is the trick ski. These are used for stunts such as spinning, jumping and doing extreme moves. There are shorter and wider than the other types of water skis and require a much more advancer skier. There are no fins on the bottom of trick skis to it is more difficult to control your movement, but easier to slide and turn. Lastly, there are jump skis. These are used for jumping off of ramps and are made of a hi-tech composite material to make them stronger.
Water skiing can be an awesome, so grab some skis and head out to the water!
Author Resource:- Mike Direct is an avid cyclist and sports enthusiast. He is also a partner in an online bike rack store
Tuesday 23 February 2010
The Waterski upper body position
As a general rule a skier's upper body, including his head, should face down the hill.
The reason for this is not as obvious as you may have been led to believe. No doubt your teachers have made you face down the hill before, and you might have thought that this was solely to prevent you from facing up the hill to stop you from doing all those interesting things like backwards snow ploughs and skis crossing at the back etc. You would be right to assume this, but it is only the half of the reason.
Here is an example to show why your body should face down the slope. For now treat it as a purely theoretical experiment. By all means try it if you don't believe me (I've used it on numerous occasions as a demonstration), but for now just imagine you are doing it.
Find a good friend and ask him to hang as relaxed as he can be from a tree branch by his arms, so that his skis are perhaps six inches off the ground. Now get the tips of both skis and move them round so that they are at right angles to your friend's line of sight (or until he screams). His head and most of his upper body should still be facing forwards.
If you let go of his skis (make sure you get out of the way quickly), the skis will swing back of their own accord to their original position. In this weightless state they swing back quite simply because of the torsional qualities in the muscles and ligaments of your friend.
The thigh and stomach muscles, and the ligaments holding him together are wound up like a rubber band, and so long as the skier's body is facing down the hill, a turned ski will tend to swing back in the same direction when unweighted. Simple isn't it?
I said earlier that as a general rule the upper body should always face downhill, but there are a few occasions when it doesn't matter, and one or two occasions when it is even beneficial to face uphill. These exceptions will be discussed elsewhere under the title of 'Contre Virage', which roughly translates forn the French as 'counter turn'.
For example, it is quite in order for your upper body to be facing your ski tips when moving along on a fast traverse across the slope. You can also break the rule when running straight down the fall line and you want to look for goats, or chamois, or elk, high up above you as you tool along, but you must be aware that, depending on your speed, the slightest twist of your upper body, and even your hands and your head, can affect the direction of your skis.
Simon Dewhurst has taught downhill skiing in North America, Scandinavia and the European Alps for 35 years. He currently runs a ski chalet agency in the French Alps. His book "Secrets of Better Skiing" can be found at http://www.ski-jungle.com. If you have any comments about the above article, he will be happy to answer them.
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The reason for this is not as obvious as you may have been led to believe. No doubt your teachers have made you face down the hill before, and you might have thought that this was solely to prevent you from facing up the hill to stop you from doing all those interesting things like backwards snow ploughs and skis crossing at the back etc. You would be right to assume this, but it is only the half of the reason.
Here is an example to show why your body should face down the slope. For now treat it as a purely theoretical experiment. By all means try it if you don't believe me (I've used it on numerous occasions as a demonstration), but for now just imagine you are doing it.
Find a good friend and ask him to hang as relaxed as he can be from a tree branch by his arms, so that his skis are perhaps six inches off the ground. Now get the tips of both skis and move them round so that they are at right angles to your friend's line of sight (or until he screams). His head and most of his upper body should still be facing forwards.
If you let go of his skis (make sure you get out of the way quickly), the skis will swing back of their own accord to their original position. In this weightless state they swing back quite simply because of the torsional qualities in the muscles and ligaments of your friend.
The thigh and stomach muscles, and the ligaments holding him together are wound up like a rubber band, and so long as the skier's body is facing down the hill, a turned ski will tend to swing back in the same direction when unweighted. Simple isn't it?
I said earlier that as a general rule the upper body should always face downhill, but there are a few occasions when it doesn't matter, and one or two occasions when it is even beneficial to face uphill. These exceptions will be discussed elsewhere under the title of 'Contre Virage', which roughly translates forn the French as 'counter turn'.
For example, it is quite in order for your upper body to be facing your ski tips when moving along on a fast traverse across the slope. You can also break the rule when running straight down the fall line and you want to look for goats, or chamois, or elk, high up above you as you tool along, but you must be aware that, depending on your speed, the slightest twist of your upper body, and even your hands and your head, can affect the direction of your skis.
Simon Dewhurst has taught downhill skiing in North America, Scandinavia and the European Alps for 35 years. He currently runs a ski chalet agency in the French Alps. His book "Secrets of Better Skiing" can be found at http://www.ski-jungle.com. If you have any comments about the above article, he will be happy to answer them.
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Monday 22 February 2010
How to perform Waterskiing Tricks!!!!
There are many tricks that can be preformed when barefoot water skiing. The sport has only been around since the 1940's but because so many people are interested in it many tricks have been developed. There are jumps, tricks that involve crossing over the wake of the boat, water hops, unusual ways to get on your feet, and tricks that involve holding on to the rope in a different way such as with your toes.
You can see many of these tricks preformed at barefoot water skiing competitions. Experts can do amazing things while on the water including jumping over 90 feet. For beginners and advanced barefooters alike tricks are a fun way to improve skills and ad variety to a day of skiing.
One common type of barefoot water skiing trick are surface hops. These tricks are common in water skiing competitions and judges award points based on a change in the spray pattern of the skier. A slight upweighting while skiing will cause this change. This is done by crouching down and then springing up with your knees so that you feet leave the water slightly. Surface hops are a good beginner trick and relatively easy to learn.
A variation of a surface hop is a wake hop in and wake hop out. This trick is done by hoping from outside the wake and over the crest to the inside of the wake or from inside the wake and over the crest to outside the wake. Any change of spray demonstrates that that you completed the trick. It is important to master the regular surface hop before you attempt a wake hop in or a wake hop out.
There are also many pricks that are unique ways to start skiing. There are many ways to get to your feet when you are barefoot water skiing including stepping off a single ski, stepping off the boom cable, or tumbling up from the water. Trick starts are often preformed in competitions as the start of an exhibition routine. A Flying dock start is a common starting trick and while impressive to watch is an easy trick for an intermediate skier to learn.
In a flying dock start the skier starts by holding on to the rope while standing still on the dock. As the boat begins to move the skier runs and when they reach the end of the dock the skier hits the water in the standing position. This is a very impressive starting trick and not as hard to learn as it seems.
Check out more great articles on the extreme and highly skillful and entertaining sport of Barefoot water skiing at http://www.xtremewatersports.org/ Enjoy free and helpful information, tips, hints and videos.
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You can see many of these tricks preformed at barefoot water skiing competitions. Experts can do amazing things while on the water including jumping over 90 feet. For beginners and advanced barefooters alike tricks are a fun way to improve skills and ad variety to a day of skiing.
One common type of barefoot water skiing trick are surface hops. These tricks are common in water skiing competitions and judges award points based on a change in the spray pattern of the skier. A slight upweighting while skiing will cause this change. This is done by crouching down and then springing up with your knees so that you feet leave the water slightly. Surface hops are a good beginner trick and relatively easy to learn.
A variation of a surface hop is a wake hop in and wake hop out. This trick is done by hoping from outside the wake and over the crest to the inside of the wake or from inside the wake and over the crest to outside the wake. Any change of spray demonstrates that that you completed the trick. It is important to master the regular surface hop before you attempt a wake hop in or a wake hop out.
There are also many pricks that are unique ways to start skiing. There are many ways to get to your feet when you are barefoot water skiing including stepping off a single ski, stepping off the boom cable, or tumbling up from the water. Trick starts are often preformed in competitions as the start of an exhibition routine. A Flying dock start is a common starting trick and while impressive to watch is an easy trick for an intermediate skier to learn.
In a flying dock start the skier starts by holding on to the rope while standing still on the dock. As the boat begins to move the skier runs and when they reach the end of the dock the skier hits the water in the standing position. This is a very impressive starting trick and not as hard to learn as it seems.
Check out more great articles on the extreme and highly skillful and entertaining sport of Barefoot water skiing at http://www.xtremewatersports.org/ Enjoy free and helpful information, tips, hints and videos.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Tom_Kowl
Sunday 21 February 2010
Waterskiing in Texas and the basics
Water skiing is a popular summer activity throughout Texas, with people flocking to lakes and beaches with skis and boat in tow. For a beginner, the thought of being towed behind a boat on a pair of skis can seem extremely intimidating, if not downright frightening. Once the boat gets started up, how will the individual even know how to stand up?
Luckily for most adventurous individuals, water skiing isn't nearly as hard as it appears. For the most part, all that it requires is a little knowledge of skiing procedures, a strong grip, and common sense enough to know when to hold on and when to let go.
The first thing you want to do is make sure that your skis fit properly. This means that they're tight enough so they’re not loose on your feet, and that you have to undo them in order to get them off. But not so tight that they're painful to wear.
Once your skis are properly adjusted, it's time to grab the tow rope and… “assume the position.” First, practice on shore or on the dock by leaning backwards slightly, keeping your head forward, your knees bent, and your legs should be under your body. Once you get in the water, assume the position again, this time with the tips of the skis protruding above the surface of the water. If you have trouble getting into this position, take your time, the boat won’t go anywhere until you're ready to go.
Once the boat begins to move, the slack will disappear from the towrope and begin working its way to your standing position. Hold your arms straight and rigid, resisting the pull of the boat with your legs. Press into the water, and use the resistance to stand in a more upright position. As the boat picks up speed, press harder against the increased resistance and you should be able to reach a full standing position.
If you have trouble getting on your feet, don't worry about it. Standing up on your skis is one of the hardest parts of water skiing. It may take a bit of practice before you get the hang of it. You'll likely fall several times before you get up all the way, and even after you're an old pro at it, you'll still take the occasional tumble. Falling is part of skiing, and, for some individuals, is a big part of the fun.
When you do fall, though, it's helpful to know the best way to fall, to prevent most injuries. As soon as you feel yourself starting to lose your balance, let go of the towrope immediately. In some cases, if you are seasoned enough, you might be able to regain your balance if you stick it out. But, for most individuals, it's better to go ahead and take a dive than be dragged face-first through the water behind a speeding boat. So, as you fall, tuck your head in and bring your knees up, curling yourself into a ball. Try to fall backwards, if you can. Curling yourself up like this reduces the amount of free limbs and extremities that will hit the water, reducing the chance of injury.
Once you've recovered from the fall, wait for the boat to circle back around to pick you up. You might find it difficult to maneuver in the water while wearing skis, so feel free to take them off and use them as floatation devices. Now that you know how water ski, as well as take a fall, don't be afraid to get back on those skis and go again.
The following are basic do’s-and-dont’s you should follow for waterskiing safety and courtesy:
o Do wear a life jacket while operating the boat and while skiing. The skier should wear a U.S.
Coast Guard approved life jacket that has a high impact rating and is designed for water skiing.
o Do have an observer on board whose only job is to watch the skier, receive signals and alert the boat operator if the skier falls.
o Do be familiar with the water skiing area, so you can avoid areas of shallow water, submerged obstructions and other dangerous situations. Also, stay clear of beaches and swimming areas, and do not purposely spray other boats or swimmers.
o Do go over hand signals with the skier before he or she is in the water.
o Do use a towrope that is at least 75 feet long.
o Do give a wide berth to fishermen and slower-moving crafts like canoes, kayaks and sailboats.
o Don’t ski when it is getting dark or is night. It is hard for the boat operator, skiers and other boats to see your boat and the skiers.
o Don’t use drugs or alcohol while operating the boat or water skiing. The substances impair good judgment and coordination.
o Don't ski within 300 feet of another vessel, or 100 feet of the shore, a dock, or swim area.
Sports such as water skiing can be a great way to exercise to maintain good health. If you’re a young individual who participates in water sports, like water skiing, to keep healthy, you should take a look at the revolutionary, comprehensive individual health insurance solutions created by Precedent specifically for you. For more information, visit us at our website, [http://www.precedent.com]. We offer a unique and innovative suite of individual health insurance solutions, including highly competitive HSA-qualified plans and an unparalleled “real time” application and acceptance experience.
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Luckily for most adventurous individuals, water skiing isn't nearly as hard as it appears. For the most part, all that it requires is a little knowledge of skiing procedures, a strong grip, and common sense enough to know when to hold on and when to let go.
The first thing you want to do is make sure that your skis fit properly. This means that they're tight enough so they’re not loose on your feet, and that you have to undo them in order to get them off. But not so tight that they're painful to wear.
Once your skis are properly adjusted, it's time to grab the tow rope and… “assume the position.” First, practice on shore or on the dock by leaning backwards slightly, keeping your head forward, your knees bent, and your legs should be under your body. Once you get in the water, assume the position again, this time with the tips of the skis protruding above the surface of the water. If you have trouble getting into this position, take your time, the boat won’t go anywhere until you're ready to go.
Once the boat begins to move, the slack will disappear from the towrope and begin working its way to your standing position. Hold your arms straight and rigid, resisting the pull of the boat with your legs. Press into the water, and use the resistance to stand in a more upright position. As the boat picks up speed, press harder against the increased resistance and you should be able to reach a full standing position.
If you have trouble getting on your feet, don't worry about it. Standing up on your skis is one of the hardest parts of water skiing. It may take a bit of practice before you get the hang of it. You'll likely fall several times before you get up all the way, and even after you're an old pro at it, you'll still take the occasional tumble. Falling is part of skiing, and, for some individuals, is a big part of the fun.
When you do fall, though, it's helpful to know the best way to fall, to prevent most injuries. As soon as you feel yourself starting to lose your balance, let go of the towrope immediately. In some cases, if you are seasoned enough, you might be able to regain your balance if you stick it out. But, for most individuals, it's better to go ahead and take a dive than be dragged face-first through the water behind a speeding boat. So, as you fall, tuck your head in and bring your knees up, curling yourself into a ball. Try to fall backwards, if you can. Curling yourself up like this reduces the amount of free limbs and extremities that will hit the water, reducing the chance of injury.
Once you've recovered from the fall, wait for the boat to circle back around to pick you up. You might find it difficult to maneuver in the water while wearing skis, so feel free to take them off and use them as floatation devices. Now that you know how water ski, as well as take a fall, don't be afraid to get back on those skis and go again.
The following are basic do’s-and-dont’s you should follow for waterskiing safety and courtesy:
o Do wear a life jacket while operating the boat and while skiing. The skier should wear a U.S.
Coast Guard approved life jacket that has a high impact rating and is designed for water skiing.
o Do have an observer on board whose only job is to watch the skier, receive signals and alert the boat operator if the skier falls.
o Do be familiar with the water skiing area, so you can avoid areas of shallow water, submerged obstructions and other dangerous situations. Also, stay clear of beaches and swimming areas, and do not purposely spray other boats or swimmers.
o Do go over hand signals with the skier before he or she is in the water.
o Do use a towrope that is at least 75 feet long.
o Do give a wide berth to fishermen and slower-moving crafts like canoes, kayaks and sailboats.
o Don’t ski when it is getting dark or is night. It is hard for the boat operator, skiers and other boats to see your boat and the skiers.
o Don’t use drugs or alcohol while operating the boat or water skiing. The substances impair good judgment and coordination.
o Don't ski within 300 feet of another vessel, or 100 feet of the shore, a dock, or swim area.
Sports such as water skiing can be a great way to exercise to maintain good health. If you’re a young individual who participates in water sports, like water skiing, to keep healthy, you should take a look at the revolutionary, comprehensive individual health insurance solutions created by Precedent specifically for you. For more information, visit us at our website, [http://www.precedent.com]. We offer a unique and innovative suite of individual health insurance solutions, including highly competitive HSA-qualified plans and an unparalleled “real time” application and acceptance experience.
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Saturday 20 February 2010
Recommended good place to Ski in Orland US
If you and your family enjoy adventures in the water then the place for you to go while visiting Orlando is Sammy Duvall's Watersports Centre. Located behind Disney's Contemporary Resort this water park offers you an opportunity to parasail, ride on a powerful personal watercraft, water-ski, wakeboard, tube ride and more.
The center features new Mastercraft speed boats, a state of the art parasail vessel, personal watercrafts, the latest ski and wakeboard equipment and a staff of instructors that have been groomed and personally chosen by Sammy Duvall.
Duvall was a world-champion during his 17 year long career as a professional water skier. His enthusiasm for the sport has not diminished since his "retirement" from professional waterskiing and is expressed in the Watersports Center where his staff take the time to help participants learn as much as they can and have a good time too.
One of the biggest attractions of the centre is parasailing. This is the only the only parasailing facility in Central Florida and its location will give you a bird's eye view of the Walt Disney World Resort and the rest of Orlando. Imagine being lifted on a parasail several hundred feet high as a tow boat speeds through the water below
Their parasailing vessel is brand new and exceeds Coast Guard safety regulations. They claim that the ride is so smooth that you won't even get wet. You get a choice of a 450 feet high ride or a 600 feet high ride. You can travel alone or in tandem with a friend or family member. To take part in the parasail adventure you have to weigh at least 130 pounds and be over 6 years old. However, if someone does not have the required weight, he or she, can accompany another adult or child.
Another popular activity at the Watersports Centre is the personal watercraft rides. The crafts are capable of holding up to three people with a combined weight of 400 pounds and they offer two tours of the resort area. There is a morning guided tour along Bay Lake and the Seven Seas Lagoon or you can opt for a free ride in which you can cut loose and speed through their private watercraft area.
For the Watercrafts, all drivers must be over 16 years and have to bring a photo I.D. when they check in. A credit card is required to be used for a damage deposit. Minors must have an adult present to sign waivers.
The third major attraction of this park is the general water sports that are offered. You can learn how to water ski for the first time or get pulled around on a tube. You can learn how to wakeboard or you can perfect your skills. The Centre uses state of the art equipment and has experienced instructors on hand to help you get the most out of this experience. Whether you are a water sports beginner or a slalom skier interested in high-level instruction you will probably find whatever you wish here.
Mark Whichard is an Orlando tourism expert and writes frequently about attractions in and around Orlando. He is the proprietor of Quality Villa Rentals and you can get great deals on Orlando Vacation Homes and villa rentals at this website http://www.qualityvillarentals.com
The center features new Mastercraft speed boats, a state of the art parasail vessel, personal watercrafts, the latest ski and wakeboard equipment and a staff of instructors that have been groomed and personally chosen by Sammy Duvall.
Duvall was a world-champion during his 17 year long career as a professional water skier. His enthusiasm for the sport has not diminished since his "retirement" from professional waterskiing and is expressed in the Watersports Center where his staff take the time to help participants learn as much as they can and have a good time too.
One of the biggest attractions of the centre is parasailing. This is the only the only parasailing facility in Central Florida and its location will give you a bird's eye view of the Walt Disney World Resort and the rest of Orlando. Imagine being lifted on a parasail several hundred feet high as a tow boat speeds through the water below
Their parasailing vessel is brand new and exceeds Coast Guard safety regulations. They claim that the ride is so smooth that you won't even get wet. You get a choice of a 450 feet high ride or a 600 feet high ride. You can travel alone or in tandem with a friend or family member. To take part in the parasail adventure you have to weigh at least 130 pounds and be over 6 years old. However, if someone does not have the required weight, he or she, can accompany another adult or child.
Another popular activity at the Watersports Centre is the personal watercraft rides. The crafts are capable of holding up to three people with a combined weight of 400 pounds and they offer two tours of the resort area. There is a morning guided tour along Bay Lake and the Seven Seas Lagoon or you can opt for a free ride in which you can cut loose and speed through their private watercraft area.
For the Watercrafts, all drivers must be over 16 years and have to bring a photo I.D. when they check in. A credit card is required to be used for a damage deposit. Minors must have an adult present to sign waivers.
The third major attraction of this park is the general water sports that are offered. You can learn how to water ski for the first time or get pulled around on a tube. You can learn how to wakeboard or you can perfect your skills. The Centre uses state of the art equipment and has experienced instructors on hand to help you get the most out of this experience. Whether you are a water sports beginner or a slalom skier interested in high-level instruction you will probably find whatever you wish here.
Mark Whichard is an Orlando tourism expert and writes frequently about attractions in and around Orlando. He is the proprietor of Quality Villa Rentals and you can get great deals on Orlando Vacation Homes and villa rentals at this website http://www.qualityvillarentals.com
Friday 19 February 2010
How to buy waterski equipment
When buying water ski equipment you should always focus on quality and not necessarily the price or where you buy it from. The reason I say that is because prices vary from store to store and the quality of product changes from brand to brand but one thing is for certain and that is when you buy one brand at one store and buy the same brand at the other store you are still getting the same quality product even though it may be at a different price. When you purchase water ski equipment you are putting yourself out there to have fun. The more stuff you buy to go with your sport the more fun you are most definitely going to have.
Purchasing the equipment can cost you quite of bit of money and does require you having some knowledge about pricing and the different accessories that come with water skiing. When pricing equipment look at the quantity you are going to purchase as well. If a company store has a variety of equipment you might want to take your time in purchasing the equipment. The reason I say that is so that you can make a sound decision on the equipment you want to purchase and you are not just buying because you see it.
The purchasing of this equipment shows that you are serious about wanting to have fun and wanting to learn a new sport for your self and others. Do not forget that you can also let others that you borrow the equipment and they can tell others how much they have learned from you about purchasing the equipment. The loaning of others could be pricey so if you do get to the point that you do not use your equipment that much you can also rent it out for others to use so that they are not having to purchase the equipment, but if they try out the equipment that might push them over the edge in buying the water ski equipment. Purchasing the water ski equipment, when done right, will not cost you an arm and a leg.
Water ski is a lot of fun! However, James would like you to visit his blog as he shares more about buying water ski equipment. He will also talk about water ski rope in details.
Purchasing the equipment can cost you quite of bit of money and does require you having some knowledge about pricing and the different accessories that come with water skiing. When pricing equipment look at the quantity you are going to purchase as well. If a company store has a variety of equipment you might want to take your time in purchasing the equipment. The reason I say that is so that you can make a sound decision on the equipment you want to purchase and you are not just buying because you see it.
The purchasing of this equipment shows that you are serious about wanting to have fun and wanting to learn a new sport for your self and others. Do not forget that you can also let others that you borrow the equipment and they can tell others how much they have learned from you about purchasing the equipment. The loaning of others could be pricey so if you do get to the point that you do not use your equipment that much you can also rent it out for others to use so that they are not having to purchase the equipment, but if they try out the equipment that might push them over the edge in buying the water ski equipment. Purchasing the water ski equipment, when done right, will not cost you an arm and a leg.
Water ski is a lot of fun! However, James would like you to visit his blog as he shares more about buying water ski equipment. He will also talk about water ski rope in details.
Thursday 18 February 2010
The Start of Waterskiing
Lets start this off with how watersking start - here we go!
In 1922, 18-year-old Ralph Samuelson of Lake City, Minnesota, became the first American to water ski. Back then, no one could visualize human water ski pyramids gliding gracefully through the water. Consider the hundreds of pounds of weight resting upon the shoulders of the bottom tier of skiers. A boat with sometimes as many as three outboard motors at 220 horsepower must be utilized. In the highest pyramids, the top person may tower over 25 feet above the water. Each tier must be built with care. A single mistake could topple the entire group and cause injury. It is no wonder human water ski pyramids have taken their place in history as an act with great crowd appeal.
In 1928, the New Jersey-based Steel Pier water ski show had a three person pyramid among other acts, according to Harold "Pee Wee" Care who operated the aquaplane which towed the skiers in the show.
In 1942, the Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show was birthed in Central Florida. Cypress Gardens became known as the "Water Ski Capitol of the World."
In 1948, the officially recognized first water ski pyramid in history rode the waters of Lake Eloise in the Cypress Gardens theme park. It consisted of two tiers. The twelve person pyramid became the ending act in the Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show.
In about 1950, one of the oldest of the Wisconsin water ski show teams was established. The team, the Min-Aqua Bats, hail from Minocqua, a city close to Wisconsin's northern border with Michigan.
The year 1953 found the Cypress Gardens water ski pyramid featured in "Easy To Love," a movie starring Esther Williams and Van Johnson. The pyramid consisted of three tiers, another first.
In 1974, the National Show Ski Championships were held in Janesville, Wisconsin, the city from which the Rock Aqua Jays originate. They became the first amateur team to build a three tier water ski pyramid.
In 1978, the first three tier water ski human pyramid with a double top was executed in Cypress Gardens.
Cypress Gardens again made history in 1979 when the professional show team created a four tier pyramid.
The year 1981 found the Rock Aqua Jays becoming the first amateur team to build a four tier water ski pyramid.
In 1987, Cypress Gardens showed the world's first five tier water ski pyramid.
In 1993, the Rock Aqua Jays became the first amateur team to build a water ski pyramid with five tiers.
In 2003, the Rock Aqua Jays competed with the first amateur water ski pyramid to utilize 44 skiers.
On September 16, 2006, four amateur Wisconsin water ski teams combined efforts to create a new world's record: four pyramids of 48 skiers total, the most skiers ever in a water ski pyramid combination. The feat was done on Lake Wazeecha in Wisconsin Rapids. The teams were the Mad City Team of Madison, Wisconsin, Badgerland of Waukesha, the Aqua Skiers of Wisconsin Rapids, and Beaverland Must-Skis of Beaver Dam.
Will there ever be a pyramid to use more than 48 skiers? Will there ever be a six tier human water ski pyramid? We will have to wait and see.
Wendy Pan is an accomplished niche website developer and author. To learn more about a history of waterski pyramids [http://familywaterskiing.info/a-history-of-waterski-pyramids] please visit Family Water Skiing [http://familywaterskiing.info] for current articles and discussions
In 1922, 18-year-old Ralph Samuelson of Lake City, Minnesota, became the first American to water ski. Back then, no one could visualize human water ski pyramids gliding gracefully through the water. Consider the hundreds of pounds of weight resting upon the shoulders of the bottom tier of skiers. A boat with sometimes as many as three outboard motors at 220 horsepower must be utilized. In the highest pyramids, the top person may tower over 25 feet above the water. Each tier must be built with care. A single mistake could topple the entire group and cause injury. It is no wonder human water ski pyramids have taken their place in history as an act with great crowd appeal.
In 1928, the New Jersey-based Steel Pier water ski show had a three person pyramid among other acts, according to Harold "Pee Wee" Care who operated the aquaplane which towed the skiers in the show.
In 1942, the Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show was birthed in Central Florida. Cypress Gardens became known as the "Water Ski Capitol of the World."
In 1948, the officially recognized first water ski pyramid in history rode the waters of Lake Eloise in the Cypress Gardens theme park. It consisted of two tiers. The twelve person pyramid became the ending act in the Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show.
In about 1950, one of the oldest of the Wisconsin water ski show teams was established. The team, the Min-Aqua Bats, hail from Minocqua, a city close to Wisconsin's northern border with Michigan.
The year 1953 found the Cypress Gardens water ski pyramid featured in "Easy To Love," a movie starring Esther Williams and Van Johnson. The pyramid consisted of three tiers, another first.
In 1974, the National Show Ski Championships were held in Janesville, Wisconsin, the city from which the Rock Aqua Jays originate. They became the first amateur team to build a three tier water ski pyramid.
In 1978, the first three tier water ski human pyramid with a double top was executed in Cypress Gardens.
Cypress Gardens again made history in 1979 when the professional show team created a four tier pyramid.
The year 1981 found the Rock Aqua Jays becoming the first amateur team to build a four tier water ski pyramid.
In 1987, Cypress Gardens showed the world's first five tier water ski pyramid.
In 1993, the Rock Aqua Jays became the first amateur team to build a water ski pyramid with five tiers.
In 2003, the Rock Aqua Jays competed with the first amateur water ski pyramid to utilize 44 skiers.
On September 16, 2006, four amateur Wisconsin water ski teams combined efforts to create a new world's record: four pyramids of 48 skiers total, the most skiers ever in a water ski pyramid combination. The feat was done on Lake Wazeecha in Wisconsin Rapids. The teams were the Mad City Team of Madison, Wisconsin, Badgerland of Waukesha, the Aqua Skiers of Wisconsin Rapids, and Beaverland Must-Skis of Beaver Dam.
Will there ever be a pyramid to use more than 48 skiers? Will there ever be a six tier human water ski pyramid? We will have to wait and see.
Wendy Pan is an accomplished niche website developer and author. To learn more about a history of waterski pyramids [http://familywaterskiing.info/a-history-of-waterski-pyramids] please visit Family Water Skiing [http://familywaterskiing.info] for current articles and discussions
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