coxjon Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 I tuck myself to the left in my wetsuit haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coxjon Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 And pull my boardshorts down the leg before the course Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coxjon Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 And pull my boardshorts down the leg before the course Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Chris Rossi Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 I always put my right glove on first. Stupid superstition but I've been rolling this way for years so I'm not about to change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Chris Rossi Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 I always put my right glove on first. Stupid superstition but I've been rolling this way for years so I'm not about to change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DFWskier Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 I tilt my head forward on the get up to keep water out of my face Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DFWskier Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 I tilt my head forward on the get up to keep water out of my face Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller scuppers Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 I untwist the rope - and it's gotta be perfect before we hit it. Drives my wife completely crazy espcialy when it's a little windy and she's trying to keep the boat in line with a view "Right down the pike" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller scuppers Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 I untwist the rope - and it's gotta be perfect before we hit it. Drives my wife completely crazy espcialy when it's a little windy and she's trying to keep the boat in line with a view "Right down the pike" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DFWskier Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Scuppers - put the handle around the pylon, and drag the rope down the lake at 40+ mph... it untwists it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DFWskier Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Scuppers - put the handle around the pylon, and drag the rope down the lake at 40+ mph... it untwists it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Skoot1123 Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 Once I'm out of the water I take a deep breath, roll my shoulders back to "get set" - and relax! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Skoot1123 Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 Once I'm out of the water I take a deep breath, roll my shoulders back to "get set" - and relax! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller scuppers Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 @DFWskier Thanks -Yes I knew that old trick but ya can't really do that every time ya fall and get picked up. My rope twists that fast and I do like it perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller scuppers Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 @DFWskier Thanks -Yes I knew that old trick but ya can't really do that every time ya fall and get picked up. My rope twists that fast and I do like it perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Erik4c Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 I adjust the tension on my back strada at least 2 times while I'm in the water before my first pass. Then I will adjust it at each end quite often. I always start palms down and switch before pulling out for the gates. At the exit gates I switch back to palms down before dropping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Erik4c Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 I adjust the tension on my back strada at least 2 times while I'm in the water before my first pass. Then I will adjust it at each end quite often. I always start palms down and switch before pulling out for the gates. At the exit gates I switch back to palms down before dropping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryTee Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Ski must be facing the port side on the platform. If someone puts it on the platform for me and it's the wrong way, I have to turn it around. Back foot in first then front. In the water the boat has to be at a complete stop. If in boat is in gear I tell the driver I'm not ready (everyone then assumes I am "warming the wetsuit"), then 2 commands : in gear and okey dokey. Boy am I glad I don't have to adjust all the stuff you guys adjust! The vest covers anything that might escape!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryTee Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Ski must be facing the port side on the platform. If someone puts it on the platform for me and it's the wrong way, I have to turn it around. Back foot in first then front. In the water the boat has to be at a complete stop. If in boat is in gear I tell the driver I'm not ready (everyone then assumes I am "warming the wetsuit"), then 2 commands : in gear and okey dokey. Boy am I glad I don't have to adjust all the stuff you guys adjust! The vest covers anything that might escape!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 Question for all of those who have a PDP and spit lake water. Any special order to do it? :) We use a long set up so plenty of time to adjust the shorts and everything else before the 55's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 Question for all of those who have a PDP and spit lake water. Any special order to do it? :) We use a long set up so plenty of time to adjust the shorts and everything else before the 55's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Fatroll Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 I have a very specific way I tape my hands (under my gloves) with 2" porous tape from Johnson + Johnson that I get from my vet clinic. While I am native of Pittsburgh, PA, I do not speak with the western PA accent except when I say "Go ahead" in some form of what is acceptable English. My wife has me tape her nose with the same type tape for her barefoot deepwater starts. My oldest son (almost 7) is on the Autism spectrum and definitely benefits from the sensory input from the water. One of his sensory quirks shows up when he falls skiing/wakeboarding/etc he will hold his right hand up out of the water in a strange cupped position. We have started calling it Socko (think professional wrestling, Mankind and his "Socko"). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Fatroll Posted January 24, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 24, 2014 I have a very specific way I tape my hands (under my gloves) with 2" porous tape from Johnson + Johnson that I get from my vet clinic. While I am native of Pittsburgh, PA, I do not speak with the western PA accent except when I say "Go ahead" in some form of what is acceptable English. My wife has me tape her nose with the same type tape for her barefoot deepwater starts. My oldest son (almost 7) is on the Autism spectrum and definitely benefits from the sensory input from the water. One of his sensory quirks shows up when he falls skiing/wakeboarding/etc he will hold his right hand up out of the water in a strange cupped position. We have started calling it Socko (think professional wrestling, Mankind and his "Socko"). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller DUSkier Posted January 26, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 26, 2014 After dock starting at Moomba last year NONE of this seems weird!!!! There is some pretty funny goings on before skiers get in the water =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller DUSkier Posted January 26, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 26, 2014 After dock starting at Moomba last year NONE of this seems weird!!!! There is some pretty funny goings on before skiers get in the water =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted January 26, 2014 Administrators Share Posted January 26, 2014 Not only do I sip and spit lake water but I also suck the water out of my gloves and spit it out. It sounds nasty and I guess it is but I have done it for years. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller PBD Posted January 28, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 28, 2014 Once I'm up and skiing I tend to hold my breath at various points in the course. My kids used to call it the puffy cheeks syndrome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markchilcutt Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 shortly after i am out of the water and plained out i always wipe my forehead and eyes off!! Guess i am always concerned with having clear vision for my glide out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BRY Posted January 28, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 28, 2014 Like to wet my feet before putting them in the bindings, left, right then left again. Comes from a stiff right knee I used to (sort of still do) have, a couple extra bends to make sure good to go. I learned to ski in salt water so actually avoid the sip n spit. PDP is essential, seems even if I just went as soon as I drop in it's time for a little more. If the rope appears to have any twist I rotate the handle to take it out. Play with my gloves at each drop, not always needed but part of the routine, feel more ready when their on just perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MattP Posted January 28, 2014 Baller Share Posted January 28, 2014 -Get in the water before putting my gear on (only when it's warm enough) -Wash my hands with environmentally friendly dish soap that I bring with me everywhere. -Once my gloves are on I NEVER touch my hair or face with my gloves. -I dunk my ski in the water even though I use a Reflex & RTP. -I do the usual sip and spit lake water while sitting in the water and spit a fountain of water out as I get pulled up. -I NEVER adjust my shorts ever even on long set ups. If you have ever skied with me or @OB at our site you would know why. For the boat crews sake I keep my legs tan. @onside135 come ski with us sometime. -I always take all the twists out of the rope. -Even though I use a RTP I never kick in if I am headed into the course again a short lake problem. I only will do it after I fall. I think thats all. Ok I may be a little OCD... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ The_MS Posted January 28, 2014 Baller_ Share Posted January 28, 2014 If I have a water sipper up next after me, I always make sure to pee. It also helps warm the water up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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