How Do You Do A Hop Dock On Water Skis?
Beginners can practice this start by mastering a sitting dock start first and then graduating to the hop dock start. The hop dock start allows large numbers of skiers to be pulled behind a boat without creating large amounts of drag. This start is often used in ski shows. Dock Start From a Sitting Position Step 1 Locate a dock that is low to the water with a clear path in front. The dock should be located in at least 3 feet of water. Step 2 Place both feet in the skis and tighten the bindings. Step 3 Get into a sitting position at the end of the dock with both skis in the water. Maintain the skis in an upright position. Step 4 Grab the ski rope that is tossed from the boat and signal the driver to “tighten up.” Step 5 When the rope is nearly taut, signal the driver to “hit it.” Keep your knees bent and brace for the pull. Transfer your weight from the dock on to the skis until cruising speed is obtained. Hop Dock Start from a Standing Position Step 1 Locate a dock that is low to the wa
