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From: rls@ihu1g.UUCP (r.l. schieve)
Newsgroups: net.rec.boat
Subject: Re: Water Skiers where are you?
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Date: Fri, 22-Mar-85 14:06:23 EST
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Posted: Fri Mar 22 14:06:23 1985
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> Now all I need is a boat with more than 75 ponies.

Last season I upgraded from a pig 16-ft semi-tri-hull with a 65 hp
outboard to a 17-ft shallow-vee with a 140 hp outboard.  Obviously
a enjoy the added power and speed when skiing.  But what I found to
be surprising is that I use about 30 to 40% less gas.  Instead of
taking forever to come out of the water and running full throttle all
the time, you come right out and run at about 1/3 to 1/2 throttle.
I know in the long run the gas is really a small part of the overall
expenditure for skiing, but maybe this will add a little inspiration
in your quest for more ponies.

> Oh, and another thing. Try wearing water ski gloves. (this guy is a
> freak you say!) Really, it makes it a lot easier. The grip you get is great
> and the savings on the hands is worth it. (easier to tear out your shoulder
> than slip out of your hands!)

I have heard these are supposed to be great, how about some suggestions
on brand names and styles.

					Rick Schieve
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