From barefootr@aol.com Sun Dec 10 18:50:47 EST 1995
Newsgroups: rec.sport.waterski
Subject: Re: Shortest Slalom Course Ski Lake?  Who has skies there?

<<< I recall an interesting post by Bill Walker (apologies if 
> wrong) that indicated the minimum recommended distance for a 
> slalom course, and I think he had lengths for trick, jump as 
> well.  Some one help me here.>>>>

The Dimensions of the Perfect Ski Lake
(As defined by WaterSki Magazine, in articles by Phil Yastrow, published
in June & July issues, 1991)

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Slalom
Lengths : 1600 ft min, 2150 ft Nom, 2400 ft Luxury
Widths : 175 ft min/lux, 225 ft Nom.

Jump
Lengths : 2000 ft min, 2150 ft Nom, 2400 ft Luxury
Widths : 275 ft min/lux, 300 ft Nom.

Trick
Lengths : 1200 ft min, 1600 ft Nom, 2000 ft Luxury
Widths : 100 ft min/lux, 150 ft Nom.

Barefooting
Lengths : 1600 ft min, 2150 ft Nom, 2600 ft Luxury
Widths : 100 ft min/lux, 150 ft Nom.

The "Min" dimension means the minimum acceptable safety and convenience
levels can be met. "Nom" means nominal - a comfortable dimension that
requires fewer special driving techniques for good water. The "lux"
dimension is a luxury - not completely necessary, but if you can get away
with it, you will be happy every pass down the lake.
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