Are radar water skis any good?
The Radar Lyric Slalom Ski + Lyric & ARTP Bindings are just what you’re looking for. The ski’s lightweight carbon build provides consistent flex while its forgiving All-Terrain Core allows you to cross wakes with ease. A smooth tip rocker makes turning on this ski the easiest thing you’ve done out on the water in ages.
What size waterski do I need?
Water Ski Size Chart
Skier Weight | Boat Speed 26-30 mph | Boat Speed 34-36 mph |
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135-160 lbs. | 66″-67″ | 64″-66″ |
150-180 lbs. | 67″-68″ | 65″-67″ |
170-200 lbs. | 68″-72″ | 66″-68″ |
190-215 lbs. | 72″ | 67″-68″ |
What size slalom ski do I need?

Slalom Ski Size Chart
Lbs. – Weight | 26-30 MPH | 34-36 MPH |
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Under 100 | 59″ | 59″ |
100-110 | 61″-64″ | 61″-64″ |
105-120 | 61″-66″ | 61″-64″ |
115-140 | 61″-66″ | 61″-66″ |
What is slalom water skiing?
Slalom waterskiing competition is held on a course consisting of a specified number of buoys, between which the skier must negotiate a sinuous path at increasingly higher speeds, up to 55 km/hr. For this event many skiers use a single ski tapered in the rear with a large metal fin and bindings for both feet.
How long should slalom ski be?
For racing, slalom ski length for men is a minimum of 165 centimeters for men and 155 centimeters for women. These requirements are set by the International Ski Federation.
How fast does a slalom water skier go?

19-36 mph
Ideal Boat Speeds by Water Activity
Activity | Boat Speed |
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Combo Skiing | 25 mph |
Slalom Skiing | 19-36 mph |
Shaped Skiing | 20-30 mph |
Wakeboarding | 16-19 mph |