Skiing behind a 25hp

[Jack Shellac]

Re: Skiing behind a 25hp

Yeah, my kids learned to ski behind a 14' wood semi-V skiff with a 25 HP Evinrude. I think it was easier for them than behind a big motor, because it pulled with just the right amount of force to get them up without pulling the handle out of their hands. Of course, it wouldn't have pulled a 200lb jumbo, but it was just right for them.

 

[aborgman]

Re: Skiing behind a 25hp

...and "jumbo" is a lot more common now.

Average man -
1960: 5'8", 166.3 lbs
2002: 5'9.5", 191 lbs

Average woman -
1960: 5'3", 140.2 lbs
2002: 5'4", 164.3 lbs

...so we're getting fatter, but not really taller - so not only heavier to pull, but more drag through the water too.

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aborgman

 

[tawood]

Re: Skiing behind a 25hp

Getting bigger means these border line boats, like the one here with 25hp, is much more border line.
But the 135 hp boat I just sold? Come on! It would pull Jared before Subway!
Tim

 

[scottkanderson]

Re: Skiing behind a 25hp

Just put some smart tabs on there and you will be able to get up on a fat slalom ski.

 

[aborgman]

Re: Skiing behind a 25hp

Getting bigger means these border line boats, like the one here with 25hp, is much more border line.
But the 135 hp boat I just sold? Come on! It would pull Jared before Subway!
Tim

I can't disagree with you there...

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aborgman

 

[Shrub88]

Re: Skiing behind a 25hp

If you can't pull them up straight ahead, just do an angle start and get a running start. Works great if you do it right and should have no trouble with 25hp.