Water skis

Outdoor activities provide variety on holiday and in leisure time. Both by the sea and on the lake or river right on the doorstep, there are more and more sports facilities for those who want to relax from their working day with water skiing, wakeboarding and other water sports activities. Whether at the water ski centre or on a speedy trip on a motorboat - there are fabulous opportunities for water skiers of all ages. Water skiing is not just a wet pleasure for adults. Young water sports enthusiasts can also be pulled across the water by a boat. At Compass24, there are various ski models for children to buy - both for beginners and advanced skiers.

What you need to know about water skiing

With water skiing, the rider is normally pulled across the water by a motorboat while standing on two boards. For specialists, however, there is also the mono version, in which the feet are strapped one behind the other on a single, slightly wider ski. The feet stand on the ski in a rubber and neoprene binding and the skier is pulled behind the motorboat on a line with a handle. A water ski ride can either start from the jetty or from a deep water start. While beginners first need to hold on to their skis, more experienced water sports enthusiasts enjoy tight turns and spectacular jumps. Wakeboarders are usually pulled across the water by a wakeboard lift. As with snowboarding or skateboarding, riders stand with one foot behind the other on a single wide board and cruise across the water. Jumps over ramps can also be seen among experienced riders. There are now many centres in Germany that also organise competitions and events for water skiers and wakeboarders.

Equipment for waterskiing

Wetsuits are important accessories for water sports and ensure the right temperature equalisation, especially when the summer season is not particularly long at home. The right bindings for skis and boards, adjusted to the right shoe size and the rider's abilities and requirements, are also a must for safe riding fun. For younger water skiers, the Compass24 online shop has a complete water ski set with waistcoat, skis, leash, signal flag and sports bag in its range at a favourable price. We offer you a wide range of water sports articles with favourable shipping costs.