You might have probably heard of wakeboarding already. And you have the first impression that this is a “no fear” game – for daredevils; that sounds difficult. Perhaps you’re right, but how you approach it is all up to you. Getting started is easy if you follow these simple steps.
Firstly – have the right equipment; the latest pro board is not always the best to learn with. Give yourself a chance and get a board that is forgiving and helps you to progress. Choose a board which is light and easy to manage. A larger board with one or more large rear fins helps to give the board direction, which is important when learning.
Getting closer to the boat is helpful for learning to wakeboard. Thus a shorter rope is highly recommended about 15 meters (50′). Another essential bit of gear is a buoyancy vest. It is not only basic safety equipment but it will also save you a lot of energy as you hit the water regularly. The driver should remember that you need a lot less speed to get going and to stay planeing than water skiing – 3540 kph max. A wakeboard offers more resistance when starting, so start slowly!
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