tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783Sat, 21 Feb 2009 06:44:35 +0000Wakeboarding is a surface water sport which involves riding a wakeboard over the surface of a body of water behind a boat. It was developed from a combination of water skiing, snowboarding and surfing techniques.http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)Blogger11125http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/LimerickWakeAndSkiClubhttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783.post-2981499497718865257Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:11:00 +00002008-07-08T15:32:09.247-07:00The BasicsGetting started is easy if you follow these simple steps. 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 & helps you to progress. A larger board with one or more large rear fins helps to give the board direction which is important when learning. A shorter rope - about 15 meters (50') gets you http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LimerickWakeAndSkiClub/~3/sq65c5NFrlk/beginners-guide-to-wakeboarding.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)0http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/2008/07/beginners-guide-to-wakeboarding.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783.post-4543663662843669174Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:35:00 +00002008-07-06T03:38:37.944-07:00The key to a good wakeboarding jump or pop off the wake is not determined by how fast you cut to the wake, but rather your progressive edge towards the wake with a tight towrope.You begin by smoothly rolling out of your turn and gently edging towards the wake. If you turn too fast rope slack will occur and you will be jerked forward and off balance.Apply pressure to your heels and lower them intohttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LimerickWakeAndSkiClub/~3/5eLuEwe2pKM/beginners-tips-7-jumping-wake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)0http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/2008/07/beginners-tips-7-jumping-wake.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783.post-3859665118487770851Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:33:00 +00002008-07-06T03:35:01.311-07:00Learning how to edge progressively is one of the most important skills in wakeboarding. Virtually every trick uses a progressive edge, as it's the key to getting the most height possible while staying under control. Every wakeboarder should take the time to learn how to edge progressively, it'll help out in the long run. Here we explain the keys to heelside progressive edging.First, let's define http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LimerickWakeAndSkiClub/~3/0OL1qhAUcDE/beginners-tips-6-progressive-heelside.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)0http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/2008/07/beginners-tips-6-progressive-heelside.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783.post-2327718974269138444Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:29:00 +00002008-07-06T03:32:11.142-07:00How you hold the tow rope makes a big difference in how you will perform behind the boat and on the water.When wakeboarding, after you have done your deepwater start, you'll hold the tow handle parallel to the water with palms down and knuckles pointed up. Keep the handle low and on close to your lead hip. See the photo for illustration on the right side of this page.When slalom waterskiing, http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LimerickWakeAndSkiClub/~3/sPGEyF-NDtE/beginners-tips-5-gripping-tow-rope.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)0http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/2008/07/beginners-tips-5-gripping-tow-rope.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783.post-6324758057654403092Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:23:00 +00002008-07-06T03:28:03.009-07:00Let your boat driver know that a slow and gradual speed increase is all that is needed to pull a wakeboarder out of the water. The board needs very little to plane out of the water. Your maximum wakeboarding speed should be around 14-18 miles per hour.The shorter the rope, the easier it is to get up. Rope length should be somewhere between 30 and 50 feet.As you are in the water, have your body http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LimerickWakeAndSkiClub/~3/WiBI3nYMO_I/beginners-tips-3-deepwater-starts.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)0http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/2008/07/beginners-tips-3-deepwater-starts.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783.post-6828084167616145933Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:10:00 +00002008-07-06T03:19:52.251-07:00Having your bindings/boots properly set up on your wakeboard is important to maintain comfort while riding and to match your board riding skill level. How a rider stands on a wakeboard is called a "stance." There are different stances that work best with beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders.You must first determine which foot will ride forward, or in front, on the wakeboard. If you don't http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LimerickWakeAndSkiClub/~3/ussuFoyyDiM/beginners-tips-3-wakeboard-binding-set.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)0http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/2008/07/beginners-tips-3-wakeboard-binding-set.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783.post-3913198300436466258Sun, 06 Jul 2008 09:52:00 +00002008-07-06T03:09:54.966-07:00Here are ways to help you decide which foot to put in the forward in your wakeboard bindingsThe Falling TestStand with your feet together and close your eyes. Ask someone to gently push you forward from behind. Which ever foot goes forward first to catch your balance is the one you should try putting in the forward wakeboard binding or slalom water ski binding. Right foot forward is considered "http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LimerickWakeAndSkiClub/~3/4j97vapfT5U/beginners-tips-2-which-foot-forward.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)0http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/2008/07/beginners-tips-2-which-foot-forward.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783.post-1706306946390557584Sun, 06 Jul 2008 09:40:00 +00002008-07-06T02:50:48.688-07:00The wakeboard you choose will most likely reflect your skill level and the type/style of boarding you want to do. The different features of the wakeboard determine how it will perform. Most wakeboard manufacturers have printed information to help you determine which board is right for you. But often it's just a small description. Use the topics below to help you choose a wakeboard before http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LimerickWakeAndSkiClub/~3/JLaFHpohv7s/beginners-tips-1-before-you-buy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)0http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/2008/07/beginners-tips-1-before-you-buy.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783.post-6153190177198945554Sat, 07 Jun 2008 15:26:00 +00002008-06-07T08:39:49.110-07:00MasterCraft X-15Winning isn't everything. But wanting to win is. And keeping pace with a heartbeat of every competitor is a full-tilt drive to win. The aquisition by Limerick Wake and Ski of this new craft means that we can help our members reach the very pinnacle of the sport.No matter what activities you can imagine to do on water, the X-15 has more than enough go-juice. At 21 feet, 8 inches in length and a http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LimerickWakeAndSkiClub/~3/wB8s_IK6QuY/our-new-boat-mastercraft-x-15.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)0http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/2008/06/our-new-boat-mastercraft-x-15.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783.post-3223675290866051064Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:57:00 +00002008-04-24T03:58:20.185-07:00As with many freestyle sports such as snowboarding and surfing, there is almost a separate language of terms to describe various tricks. The more height, the more "pop". So therefore the rider's edge is very important to the height of the jump. Heading towards the wake chest facing the boat is known as a heelside edge; approaching from the other direction with chest facing away from the boat is http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LimerickWakeAndSkiClub/~3/r2J8zGgDMSg/wakeboarding-maneuvers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)0http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/2008/04/wakeboarding-maneuvers.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4998646723142432783.post-4982414955181666869Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:50:00 +00002008-04-24T03:54:46.380-07:00Although it is possible to wakeboard behind nearly any boat which can achieve the required speeds (25+ mph), the best results are obtained from specialized wakeboard boats. These boats resemble an inboard runabout of about 5.5 to 7.3 meters (18 to 24ft), but with specialized equipment. Some riders use a PWC in place of a full-size boat for surface tricks or a rail session.The most common http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LimerickWakeAndSkiClub/~3/gfrjXsl7jTM/wakeboard-boats.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Limerick Wake and Ski Club)0http://limerickwakeandski.blogspot.com/2008/04/wakeboard-boats.html