skiray Posted January 2, 2013 Share Posted January 2, 2013 It may be another new year talking, but I was wondering about a Baller Bucket List. Any thoughts on the top 10 places a Baller should ski before they kick the bucket? One of my favorite places is on a river north of Childersburg, AL. Nobody is ever there. There is an east/west section and a north/south section so wind isn't an issue. It always has great water. Usually glass. Only issue is no course. Makes my list. I'm curious about the top ten. Just in case I take a road trip... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller gregy Posted January 2, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 2, 2013 When my ex and I went to Hawaii I skied on the river on Kauai. There was actually a slalom course at the time. That's been a few years ago. I was on a borrowed ski from the rental place, but it was definitely one of my favorite locations that I've skied. I always wanted to ski on the Brazos river, TX above Lake Whitney ever since I saw the Secret Spot movie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller thager Posted January 2, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 2, 2013 Put Okeeheelee on your list. It is Waterski Mecca. A must ski!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted January 2, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 2, 2013 I want to hit Rathbun's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MattP Posted January 2, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 2, 2013 TGas parents place in Italy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller usaski1 Posted January 3, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 3, 2013 Lake powell.. I've been on it, but not in a ski boat. was finishing a raft trip. may not have a course, but have wanted to go for 10 years.. but, its not close to where I lived then, or now. And I want to be in my own boat too.. not some abused rental. I want that photo of me skiing by some 2000ft cliff in the sunset on glass.. might not ever happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted January 3, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 3, 2013 Volker at razor skis invited me to his tourney in Austria next summer...toying with that idea and making a family or wife and I trip out of it. Also would like to get to the U.K. and visit baller @Andyb who visited us sight unseen last season to tour some dairy farms (his line of work) and do some skiing. We had a riot with Andy and Lorna, got in some skiing along with some great food/drink/motorcycling and boat touring on Minnetonka. Would be fun to go hang with them and see their joint. Would also be highly tempted by some sort of tourney with high baller density just to meet and hand with a bunch of fellow ballers. Of course any of these combined with the Rathbun's I listed above likely not to happen in a single year d/t expense :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Razorskier1 Posted January 3, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 3, 2013 I have three kids to put through college in the next 8 years. There is no such thing as a bucket list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller The_MS Posted January 3, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 3, 2013 Ski Ranch Cedar Ridge Area 41 Cottonwood Ski Watch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ral Posted January 3, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 3, 2013 I want to ski in any place where I can be with welcoming and nice ballers. E.g. Waterski Atlanta and Alberto's place in BH are high in my list... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller thager Posted January 3, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 3, 2013 @MS You've already been to those have'nt you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller The_MS Posted January 3, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 3, 2013 I have and those are the top places a Baller must ski. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swardco Posted January 3, 2013 Share Posted January 3, 2013 @Razorskier1, I hear ya! I have one with 3 years down and 1 to go. Two more kids to put through school in the next 6 years. If I don't kick the bucket before then, I'll think about a list! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Skoot1123 Posted January 3, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 3, 2013 Radar Lake Drop a course somehwere in Hawaii - priceless! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller The_MS Posted January 3, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 3, 2013 @Razor They will all come out with a Drama and Art History major, wont get a job and will have you paying bills until you are dead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller XR6Hurricane Posted January 4, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 4, 2013 @Razorskier1 - College is a good thing, but just make sure they understand that their best shot at a high paying upper management career will be if they can't spell, read, or make decisions. Oh yeah, back to the bucket list: Just about any lake in Minnesota. Just about any river in Louisiana. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted January 4, 2013 Administrators Share Posted January 4, 2013 I really need to ski Radar There are some sites in Australia that are amazing. I do not think it is still there but "Bed Rock" was the coolest ski site ever. Every site on the Souther Fried Baller Safari was epic. I have to say the Clint Smith's site is one of the most awesome ski sites I have ever seen. (Once you get the banjo music and the phrase “Squeal Like A Pig” out of your head). BABE’S ★ California Ski Ranch ★ Connelly ★ Denali ★ Goode ★ Mastering The Art Of Waterskiing HO ★ KDSkis ★ MasterCraft ★ MasterLine ★ PerfSki ★ Radar ★ Reflex ★ SLines ★ Stokes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Waternut Posted January 4, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 4, 2013 I've only skied on 4 slalom lakes and all of them have something unique to offer. However, I must say that my favorite ski site has more to do with the company of friends. Every time I've gone to a new slalom lake, it's been to meet new skiers or to meet up with an old friend who also enjoys skiing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller mellig Posted January 4, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 4, 2013 Northwest bias says Radar should be one the list... Great history, industry impact, and location. Ski Paradise sure sounds like a must especially at this time of year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller auskier Posted January 4, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 4, 2013 @Horton, bedrock is still going strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller DUSkier Posted January 4, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 4, 2013 @Horton @auskier Bedrock a couple of months ago, Toby hearing some rumours of 4 round "L" there soon will find out more this weekend at SA vs VIC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Razorskier1 Posted January 4, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 4, 2013 @MS -- thanks for the encouraging words -- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SM Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 Andy's lake, with Chris driving. Tick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SM Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 Here's the lake shot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller The_MS Posted January 4, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 4, 2013 @Razor I knew you would like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiray Posted January 6, 2013 Author Share Posted January 6, 2013 Thanks guys I appreciate the ideas. Even though I'm not sure to pull off Tgas parents place.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller thager Posted January 6, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 6, 2013 @Razorskier1 I think MS is still angry he had to send his kids to obedience school twice! He'll be paying that loan off for years to come. Lot of good it did Kaydee! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted January 6, 2013 Administrators Share Posted January 6, 2013 @DUSkier that is the coolest secret ski site ever. BABE’S ★ California Ski Ranch ★ Connelly ★ Denali ★ Goode ★ Mastering The Art Of Waterskiing HO ★ KDSkis ★ MasterCraft ★ MasterLine ★ PerfSki ★ Radar ★ Reflex ★ SLines ★ Stokes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller DUSkier Posted January 7, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 7, 2013 So secret you would only find it if you fell off a cliff!! @Horton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller auskier Posted January 7, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 7, 2013 @DUSkier let me know. Nice segment and interviews on the news tonight too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danspence Posted January 7, 2013 Share Posted January 7, 2013 I think Rathbun's and Tgas's parents place would be top 2 for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dez Posted January 8, 2013 Share Posted January 8, 2013 @SM Was Andy trying to punch you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Wish Posted January 8, 2013 Baller_ Share Posted January 8, 2013 Robin Lake Callaway Gardens. Last time I was there (yrs ago) they allowed the public to sign up for a ski ride the next day after the conclusion of the Masters. Of course I couldnt stay or even had my ski with but the plan was to do just that the next yr. Haven't been back but planning on it this yr if it doesn't interfere with Atlanta Ballers week and it's still offered. I can see it now...me taking a set and the crowd in the stands going wild.....well as wild as my wife and daughter can get. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller GaryWilkinson Posted January 9, 2013 Baller Share Posted January 9, 2013 SM took the words right outta my mouth, and site with Andy in the boat. Second would not be skiing but any site where Nate is skiing and I am in the boat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted December 3, 2016 Administrators Share Posted December 3, 2016 bump this thread for @PondTraveller BABE’S ★ California Ski Ranch ★ Connelly ★ Denali ★ Goode ★ Mastering The Art Of Waterskiing HO ★ KDSkis ★ MasterCraft ★ MasterLine ★ PerfSki ★ Radar ★ Reflex ★ SLines ★ Stokes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller sunnydaysmn Posted December 3, 2016 Baller Share Posted December 3, 2016 I would have to say. Some of the places in California that look really nice. Radar lake. Okeeheelee park Andy's lake. Skied in Texas , Awesome Skied Mccormicks, very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Thomas_Gustafson Posted December 3, 2016 Baller Share Posted December 3, 2016 Waterski ITALY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpinpete Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 2015 Gordon Rathbun 's ski paradise was a big tick off my list. Absolutey great! Awesome coaches and skiing for a whole month. Wife and I look forward to do it again . Next time Air New Zealand sleeper couch looks the way to travel via Texas. That long haul from Australia is nasty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Lee Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 Skied Radar lake last summer with my family and got the Factory tour from @eddie_roberts_jr. Nicest guy in the world and an amazing property to visit!! It's a must visit for any Baller in the area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigskieridaho Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 @Ralph Lee yes I want to ski radar also. @eddie_roberts_jr How can I get a set there? I am in the area for work all the time, but no idea how to get a chance....Skied BroHo last time and it was awesome! Thanks @robscholl-OF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jetpilotg4 Posted December 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted December 4, 2016 @Thomas_Gustafson Che buono Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jetpilotg4 Posted December 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted December 4, 2016 @Thomas_Gustafson where is the site In Italy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Thomas_Gustafson Posted December 4, 2016 Baller Share Posted December 4, 2016 @jetpilotg4 MAP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aupatking Posted December 5, 2016 Baller Share Posted December 5, 2016 Radar Okeeheelee Gordon's or Costa Rica Robin Lake Berkeley Horton's lake (Skied it) Thank you @Horton Andy's lake (Skied it) Travers (Skied it) Waterski Atlanta Tivoli Gardens (Skied it) Thank you @MISkier Any place in Houston and Phoenix The lake I want to buy (will remain a secret until that time) That's just my wish list ..... Santa Clause are you listening? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Mateo_Vargas Posted December 5, 2016 Baller Share Posted December 5, 2016 @aupatking I'll pull you at Berkeley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aupatking Posted December 5, 2016 Baller Share Posted December 5, 2016 @"Mateo Vargas" next time I'm out there, I'm bringing my gear. I'll take you up on that offer, for sure. See kids, Santa Clause is real Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Zman Posted December 5, 2016 Baller Share Posted December 5, 2016 @aupatking You better let me in our your secret when you get the lake! Hope it is close by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aupatking Posted December 5, 2016 Baller Share Posted December 5, 2016 @Zman you need to come ski with us at the blueberry farm now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Edbrazil Posted December 5, 2016 Baller Share Posted December 5, 2016 First time I ever skied at Callaway Gardens was when I qualified for the 1974 Nationals. The setup people did a very spazzovian job of laying out the jump course. That was a big disappointment for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Lee Posted December 5, 2016 Share Posted December 5, 2016 @Edbrazil what the heck does spazzovian mean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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