My daughter finally decided that she wants to graduate from a knee board and learn to ski. She tried today for the first time but she was never able to stay up for more than a second or two. She's 15 and weighs 110 soaking wet, she's athletic in that she's a distance runner, but she's not the most coordinated person in the world.

We have a set of adult skis I picked up at a yard sale which have worked well for my son, but I'm wondering if they're too big for my daughter (I never had the chance to ski when I was a kid so my knowledge ends at "knees bent / arms straight").

Any other tips for getting her started?

Thanks.

Is there a minimum horsepower outboard motor or towing a skiier? I know it probably depends on the size of the boat, etc, but let's just say it's a 14' runabout for example..

Or are there some KINDS of outboards that are better for skiing? less/more?

Thanks

Anybody made a home made training boom? I have priced some and it is ridiculous how much they cost..... I work construction and feel confident I can build the same thing for under $50 and have it be totally safe. The biggest design question I have is how to attach the boom to the boat........ I will use 2 straps to the front to support the outboard portion of the boom, but want to attach the boom to the gunwhale in a way that is not permanent. Anybody got a design I could copy?

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I have not been on a ski in 20 years and I am a big guy weighing 260. I used to be able to get up on one and now I cannot even get up on two. I start up then legs spread quickly. Any tips on how to get up would be appreciated!!!

Is the adjustable wing on a slalom ski fin supposed to tighten down so as to be immobile or should it be tight but adjustable without loosening the screws that hold it on?

Hi guys I'm looking at buying a 1997 ski brendella pro comp 200 hours tandem trailer looks like its in pristine condition for $8400. I'm trying to find out if this boat has wood stringers? I know the early 90s did. Anyone know if these boats are any good? Plans are to tube and wakeboard.