Waterskiing

  1. Home
  2. Sports
  3. Waterskiing

Launch Yourself!

The first skill may seem like the most complicated. Learn how to get up on two skis from the water.

Boat Skills

Waterskiing Blog

Think You Have What It Takes to Be the Waterskiing / Wakeboarding Guide?

Monday February 4, 2008
We're looking for passionate and enthusiastic individual to be the Guide to the Waterskiing / Wakeboarding site of About.com!

What sort of information do we want the new Guide to provide?
Well, we're looking for someone to teach, inform and otherwise enrich the experience of both casual and committed boat-towed water sports enthusiasts. The site will include tutorials, gear reviews and how-tos, boat coverage, competition info, and a small amount of content covering the exploits of the pros.

What sort of person are we looking for to be the new Guide to Waterskiing / Wakeboarding?
Our ideal candidate:

  • A journalist or author who has written extensively on the subject
  • A boat-towed water sports instructor
If this sounds like you, and you've got excellent writing skills and the desire to reach and teach a broad audience through your writing, why not go over to our application site to learn more about our hiring program and submit an application?

Determining Which Foot to Put Forward in Slalom Water Ski or Wakeboard Bindings

Friday June 15, 2007
One of the first questions a wakeboarder or water-skier has is which foot to put in the forward binding. In this article you'll find several suggestions on ways to help you decide which foot should go in which binding.

Top Vintage Waterskiing Posters, Framed and Matted Water Sports Art Prints

Saturday May 26, 2007
Take a step back in time with these colorful and fun vintage posters and prints depicting waterskiing and show waterskiing. You'll chuckle at the retro bathing suits. Most may be purchased matted, framed, and even on canvas. They are a great way to decorate your walls.

Before You Buy a Wakeboard

Thursday May 24, 2007
NirvanaBoard.jpgDeciding which wakeboard to buy can be a daunting task. Most cost several hundred dollars and with that level of investment you'll want to purchase the best one to match your needs and skill level. A beginner wakeboarder doesn't need to make the mistake of buying a board made for an advanced rider. Use these topics to help you choose a wakeboard before purchase.

Explore Waterskiing

More from About.com

Waterskiing

  1. Home
  2. Sports
  3. Waterskiing

©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.