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Calculated Shard: 152 (from laksa009)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa152.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding","crawl_time":1773704075,"first_indexed_time":1401105374,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"org,wikipedia!en,\/wiki\/Wakeboarding s443","src_root_hash":"17790707453426894952","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Wakeboarding - Wikipedia","meta_descriptions":[],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia\nA person wakeboarding in Zug, Switzerland\nWakeboarding\nis a water sport in which the rider, standing on a wakeboard (a board with foot bindings), is towed behind a motorboat across its wake and especially up off the crest in order to perform aerial maneuvers.\n[\n1\n]\nA hallmark of wakeboarding is the attempted performance of midair tricks. Wakeboarding was developed from a combination of\nwater skiing\n,\nsnowboarding\nand\nsurfing\ntechniques.\nThe rider is usually towed by a rope behind a boat, but can also be towed by cable systems and winches, and be pulled by other motorized vehicles like personal watercraft, cars, trucks, and all-terrain vehicles. The gear and\nwakeboard boat\nused are often personalized to each rider's liking.\nThough natural watercourses such as rivers, lakes and areas of open water are generally used in wakeboarding, it is possible to wakeboard in unconventional locations, such as flooded roads and car parks, using a car as the towing vehicle.\n[\n2\n]\n[\n3\n]\n[\n4\n]\nWakeboarding is done for pleasure and competition, ranging from freestyle wakeboarding and wakeboard parks to wakeboard competitions at the\nX Games\n, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, or similar events.\n[\n5\n]\nThough it had an obscure start, it is now the world's fastest-growing water sport.\n[\n6\n]\nThe sport’s growth has averaged over 10% annually since 2010, outpacing nearly all other water sports.”\n[\n7\n]\na woman riding a mono-water-ski on a slalom-course in Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Florida, USA, ca. 1950\nThe sport that would later become wake boarding began as\nwater-skiing\nwith mono water skis (single water skis) in the USA around 1950. The main difference between mono water skis and contemporary wake boards is the shape of the board, the stance and - to a degree - the length of the rope. Waterskiing tends to emphasize keeping clear of the towboats wake and\nwhitewater\nand using the calmer water-surface while wakeboarding attempts to use wake and whitewater as artificial wave and surf by using a shorter line.\nSurfboards as Mono ski\n[\nedit\n]\nWake surfing - using surfboards as mono water skis - began picking up traction around 1964, where it was seen as an \"exciting new sport that's soon going to sweep the waterways.\"\n[\n8\n]\nAlthough surfboards were originally used, boards without straps or bindings were first seen in New Zealand with boards called \"skurfboards\".\n[\ncitation needed\n]\nEventually, wake boards with bindings or straps were sold in Australia under the name \"McSkis\". Later, another company called \"Skurfer\" was founded by Tony Finn in 1985,\n[\n9\n]\nnamed as such due to the board being a cross of a surfboard and a\nwater ski\n.\n[\n10\n]\nThe first board made in the early 1990's was the Hyper lite board by the O’Brien company,\n[\n11\n]\na water ski manufacturer who marketed the board as a “compression-molded neutral-buoyancy wake board.”\n[\n12\n]\nThis was followed by a variety of boards that are curvier and more compact, creating a smoother ride.\n[\n12\n]\nThe wake board rope has advanced over the years with improvements in the material makeup. When wakeboarding first started, wakeboarders used ski rope, which was made with stretchy cloth or plastic ropes. The latter soon grew in popularity, and a braided rope made out of\npolypropylene\nwas eventually introduced. A few years later\n[\nwhen?\n]\n, a rope that was less stretchy was invented that gave the rider a more consistent pull on the rope, though they were heavier and larger in diameter. Modern ropes are coated with Spectra and Dyneema, which decrease the stretch and drag of the rope.\nWakeboarding in\nTokyo\n, 2018\nWhen wakeboarding, a wide variety of safety equipment is used. These include life vests or other buoyancy aids which prevent water-related injuries and deaths, as they keep the wearer buoyant until they are picked up. These vests especially help in situations where the rider is knocked unconscious or cannot tread water.\n[\n13\n]\nFurthermore, wakeboarders use water-resistant helmets that are able to ventilate water so that the helmets do not fill up with water.\n[\n13\n]\nEven the length of a wakeboarder's rope is important in providing safety; if the rope is too long, a wakeboarder will land on the flat part of the wake instead of the downside, and their knees will buckle.\nWakeboards themselves are also important to consider when preparing to ride. Four of the most common wakeboard styles include the continuous rocker, the three-stage rocker, the five-stage rocker, and the hybrid rocker.\n[\n14\n]\nRocker refers to the curve of the board from head to tail and each type of board has a different placement and amount of curve that works best for different types of rides. The presence or absence of fins on the bottom of a board can also make a drastic difference in how it rides. Beginning riders are usually better off with deeper fins. Wakeboards can also vary in the amount of fins they have which can be up to 5. Fins will make it easier to turn and stay level for beginners but should be removed for tricks and spins since they can make it easier to catch an edge on a jump or during a spin.\n[1]\nAnother part of the wakeboard itself to consider is the size of the board and the material, which are usually a wood or foam core with a fiber glass or carbon fiber coating.\n[\n15\n]\n[2]\nAt the same time, the length of a wakeboarding rope will vary based on the rider's preferences. Beginner ropes usually go from about 50’ to 75’ in total length, while more advanced riders will want a rope that goes from 65’ to 85’.\n[\n16\n]\nA longer rope may allow for more preparation and momentum before performing tricks,\n[\n17\n]\nwhereas a shorter rope may require less speed and height to travel between wakes.\n[\n17\n]\nIn addition to this, the material of the rope being used can make a significant difference in ride experience. General guidelines recommend 50–65 ft for beginners, 65–75 ft for intermediates, and 75–85 ft for advanced riders to align with the optimal wake ramp.”\n[\n18\n]\nThe less stretch in the rope, the better it is for the rider to learn how to ride and do various tricks. Some of the best rope materials include Dyneema, Poly E, and Spectra. Each of these is known for its abrasion resistance, affordability and absorption, and durability respectively.\n[\n19\n]\nWhen wakeboarding, a variety of tricks may be attempted. Most of these stem from the wakeboarder adjusting their posture, edge, and distribution of weight so as to fly into the air upon hitting the wake.\n[\n20\n]\nVarious tricks include the toeside edge,\n[\n20\n]\nthe heelside edge,\n[\n21\n]\nthe ride switch,\n[\n22\n]\nand the 180° spin.\n[\n23\n]\nMore advanced tricks call for what is known as inversion or “inverts”. An invert is considered any action where the board is above the head of the rider. This does not necessarily mean the rider is fully upside down, as evidenced by the Raley, a trick where the rider extends their body parallel to the water bending at the knees to achieve inversion.\n[\n24\n]\nThe heel side backflip, otherwise known as a tantrum, is often regarded as the first and easiest invert to learn as an intermediate level rider. This is because the shape of the wake or the “kicker” (a type of floating ramp, used primarily at cable parks, that mimics the shape of a wake) naturally initiates the sequence of motions that are necessary to complete the trick.\n[\n25\n]\nThere are many different ways that people are engaged in this sport. Popular brands like Byerly, Hyperlight, O'Neill, O'Brien and Ronix provide ever evolving technology and equipment as well as quality advice for new and seasoned riders alike. Some of these brands also have active social media presence to reach more people and get them into the sport.\n[\n26\n]\nRelationship to Kitesurfing\n[\nedit\n]\nMany movements and tricks in wakeboarding bear close resemblance to moves also found in\nkitesurfing\n. This is reflected in close similarities between wakeboards and twin-tip kitesurf-boards. Wakeboarding in wake and waterski parks is thus often considered a more approachable wind-condition independent alternative to kitesurfing and has seen a surge in popularity in parallel to kitesurfing, especially in densely populated areas in Europe, such as Germany.\nCable skiing\n^\n\"Definition of WAKEBOARD\"\n.\nwww.merriam-webster.com\n. Retrieved\n2019-06-28\n.\n^\n\"Wakeboarding on a flooded road\"\n.\nBBC News\n. Retrieved\n2020-11-15\n.\n^\nWatkins, James (2018-08-10).\n\"Canoeing and wakeboarding in Guildford Bedford Road car park\"\n.\nSurreyLive\n. Retrieved\n2020-11-15\n.\n^\n\"Locals wakeboard and kayak down flooded Napier streets\"\n.\nTVNZ\n. Retrieved\n2020-11-15\n.\n^\n\"Wakeboard Pro Top 5 | FISE Montpellier 2019 | FISE\"\n.\nwww.fise.fr\n. Retrieved\n2019-11-09\n.\n^\n\"USA Wakeboard\"\n. USA Water Ski and Wake Sports\n. Retrieved\n2022-02-15\n.\n^\nUSA Water Ski & Wake Sports, “About Us,”\nhttps:\/\/www.usawaterski.org\/about-us\n(accessed 4 August 2025).\n^\nBorden, Dick (April 1964).\n\"Make the most of your wake... ride it\"\n.\nPopular Boating\n. Ziff-Davis Publishing Company\n. Retrieved\nOctober 1,\n2019\n.\n^\n\"TONY FINN | Inventor of wakeboarding |\"\n.\nUnleashed Wake Mag\n. 2016-12-11\n. Retrieved\n2019-07-31\n.\n^\n\"The History of Water Sports: Wakeboarding\"\n.\nwww.montereyboats.com\n. Retrieved\n2021-04-01\n.\n^\n\"History of Wakeboarding: How it all got started\"\n. Groove vest\n. Retrieved\n2022-02-15\n.\n^\na\nb\n\"Wakeboard\"\n.\nwww.usawaterski.org\n. Retrieved\n2019-06-28\n.\n^\na\nb\n\"What Essential Wakeboarding Gear Do I Need?\"\n.\nMpora\n. Retrieved\n2019-06-20\n.\n^\n\"Wakeboarding\"\n. Pegasus\n. Retrieved\n2022-02-15\n.\n^\n\"What are the common types of wakeboards\"\n. Wakesports Unlimited\n. Retrieved\n2022-02-15\n.\n^\n\"Waterski Ropes Vs. Wakeboard Ropes\"\n.\nWakeHouse\n. Retrieved\n2024-10-15\n.\n^\na\nb\n\"Adjusting your wakeboard rope is the best kept secret to crush your trick list\"\n.\nHumanoid Wakeboards\n. 2018-08-15\n. Retrieved\n2019-06-20\n.\n^\nEvo, “Towing Speed, Rope Length & How To Weight Your Boat,”\nhttps:\/\/www.evo.com\/guides\/wakeboarding-towing-speed-rope-length-ballast\n(accessed 4 August 2025).\n^\n\"Choosing a Tow Rope for Wakeboarding\"\n. Monster Tower\n. Retrieved\n2022-02-15\n.\n^\na\nb\n\"Learn The Progressive Toeside Edge - Wakeboarder.com Wakeboarding News\"\n.\nwww.wakeboarder.com\n. Retrieved\n2019-06-21\n.\n^\n\"Learn the Progressive Heelside Edge - Wakeboarder.com Wakeboarding News\"\n.\nwww.wakeboarder.com\n. Retrieved\n2019-06-21\n.\n^\n\"Learning To Ride Switch - Wakeboarder.com Wakeboarding News\"\n.\nwww.wakeboarder.com\n. Retrieved\n2019-06-21\n.\n^\n\"Progressive Steps to Learn 180s - Wakeboarder.com Wakeboarding News\"\n.\nwww.wakeboarder.com\n. Retrieved\n2019-06-21\n.\n^\n\"Wakeboard Trick List\"\n.\nthewakeboardsite.com\n. Retrieved\n2020-02-27\n.\n^\n\"Wakeboarder.com Tricks and Tips - Tantrum\"\n.\nwww.wakeboarder.com\n. Retrieved\n2020-02-27\n.\n^\n\"History of Wakeboarding\"\n.\nwww.the-house.com\n. 6 April 2013\n. 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[العربية](https:\/\/ar.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%88%D9%8A%D9%83_%D8%A8%D9%88%D8%B1%D8%AF \"الويك بورد – Arabic\")\n- [Български](https:\/\/bg.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/%D0%A3%D0%B5%D0%B9%D0%BA%D0%B1%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B4%D0%B8%D0%BD%D0%B3 \"Уейкбординг – Bulgarian\")\n- [Català](https:\/\/ca.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Surfesqu%C3%AD \"Surfesquí – Catalan\")\n- [Čeština](https:\/\/cs.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding \"Wakeboarding – Czech\")\n- [Deutsch](https:\/\/de.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboard \"Wakeboard – German\")\n- [Esperanto](https:\/\/eo.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Akvoskitabulo \"Akvoskitabulo – Esperanto\")\n- [Español](https:\/\/es.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding \"Wakeboarding – Spanish\")\n- [Eesti](https:\/\/et.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Veelauas%C3%B5it \"Veelauasõit – Estonian\")\n- [Euskara](https:\/\/eu.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wake-board \"Wake-board – Basque\")\n- [فارسی](https:\/\/fa.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/%D9%88%DB%8C%DA%A9%E2%80%8C%D8%A8%D8%B1%D8%AF%DB%8C%D9%86%DA%AF \"ویک‌بردینگ – Persian\")\n- [Suomi](https:\/\/fi.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding \"Wakeboarding – Finnish\")\n- [Français](https:\/\/fr.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboard \"Wakeboard – French\")\n- [Magyar](https:\/\/hu.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboard \"Wakeboard – Hungarian\")\n- [Bahasa Indonesia](https:\/\/id.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Linyar_keracak \"Linyar keracak – Indonesian\")\n- [Italiano](https:\/\/it.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboard \"Wakeboard – Italian\")\n- [日本語](https:\/\/ja.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/%E3%82%A6%E3%82%A7%E3%82%A4%E3%82%AF%E3%83%9C%E3%83%BC%E3%83%89 \"ウェイクボード – Japanese\")\n- [Қазақша](https:\/\/kk.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/%D0%A3%D0%B5%D0%B9%D0%BA%D0%B1%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B4%D0%B8%D0%BD%D0%B3 \"Уейкбординг – Kazakh\")\n- [한국어](https:\/\/ko.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/%EC%9B%A8%EC%9D%B4%ED%81%AC%EB%B3%B4%EB%94%A9 \"웨이크보딩 – Korean\")\n- [Lietuvių](https:\/\/lt.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Vandenlen%C4%8Di%C5%B3_sportas \"Vandenlenčių sportas – Lithuanian\")\n- 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Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia\n\nSurface water sport\n\nNot to be confused with [Waterboarding](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Waterboarding \"Waterboarding\"), a form of torture, or [Water skiing](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Water_skiing \"Water skiing\").\n\n|   |   |\n|---|---|\n| ![](https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/en\/thumb\/b\/b4\/Ambox_important.svg\/40px-Ambox_important.svg.png) |   |\n|   |   |\n| [![icon](https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/en\/thumb\/9\/99\/Question_book-new.svg\/60px-Question_book-new.svg.png)](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/File:Question_book-new.svg) | This article **needs additional citations for [verification](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wikipedia:Verifiability \"Wikipedia:Verifiability\")**. 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Statements consisting only of original research should be removed. *(July 2019)* *([Learn how and when to remove this message](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Help:Maintenance_template_removal \"Help:Maintenance template removal\"))* |\n\n[![](https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/2\/28\/CH.ZG.Zug_Boardstock_2008-07-27_Wakeboarder_27_16x9-R_4K.jpg\/500px-CH.ZG.Zug_Boardstock_2008-07-27_Wakeboarder_27_16x9-R_4K.jpg)](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/File:CH.ZG.Zug_Boardstock_2008-07-27_Wakeboarder_27_16x9-R_4K.jpg)\n\nA person wakeboarding in Zug, Switzerland\n\n**Wakeboarding** is a water sport in which the rider, standing on a wakeboard (a board with foot bindings), is towed behind a motorboat across its wake and especially up off the crest in order to perform aerial maneuvers.[\\[1\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-1) A hallmark of wakeboarding is the attempted performance of midair tricks. Wakeboarding was developed from a combination of [water skiing](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Water_skiing \"Water skiing\"), [snowboarding](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Snowboarding \"Snowboarding\") and [surfing](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Surfing \"Surfing\") techniques.\n\nThe rider is usually towed by a rope behind a boat, but can also be towed by cable systems and winches, and be pulled by other motorized vehicles like personal watercraft, cars, trucks, and all-terrain vehicles. The gear and [wakeboard boat](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboard_boat \"Wakeboard boat\") used are often personalized to each rider's liking.\n\nThough natural watercourses such as rivers, lakes and areas of open water are generally used in wakeboarding, it is possible to wakeboard in unconventional locations, such as flooded roads and car parks, using a car as the towing vehicle.[\\[2\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-2)[\\[3\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-3)[\\[4\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-4)\n\nWakeboarding is done for pleasure and competition, ranging from freestyle wakeboarding and wakeboard parks to wakeboard competitions at the [X Games](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/X_Games \"X Games\"), WWA Wakeboard World Championships, or similar events.[\\[5\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-5) Though it had an obscure start, it is now the world's fastest-growing water sport.[\\[6\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-6) The sport’s growth has averaged over 10% annually since 2010, outpacing nearly all other water sports.”[\\[7\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-USAWW-7)\n\n## History\n\\[[edit](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=1 \"Edit section: History\")\\]\n\n### Mono Water Ski\n\\[[edit](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=2 \"Edit section: Mono Water Ski\")\\]\n\n[![a woman riding a mono waterski slalom-course, Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Florida, USA ca. 1950](https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/8\/80\/Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course%2C_Cypress_Gardens%2C_ca._1950.webp\/250px-Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course%2C_Cypress_Gardens%2C_ca._1950.webp.png)](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/File:Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course,_Cypress_Gardens,_ca._1950.webp)\n\na woman riding a mono-water-ski on a slalom-course in Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Florida, USA, ca. 1950\n\nThe sport that would later become wake boarding began as [water-skiing](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Water_skiing \"Water skiing\") with mono water skis (single water skis) in the USA around 1950. The main difference between mono water skis and contemporary wake boards is the shape of the board, the stance and - to a degree - the length of the rope. Waterskiing tends to emphasize keeping clear of the towboats wake and [whitewater](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Whitewater \"Whitewater\") and using the calmer water-surface while wakeboarding attempts to use wake and whitewater as artificial wave and surf by using a shorter line.\n\n#### Surfboards as Mono ski\n\\[[edit](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=3 \"Edit section: Surfboards as Mono ski\")\\]\n\nWake surfing - using surfboards as mono water skis - began picking up traction around 1964, where it was seen as an \"exciting new sport that's soon going to sweep the waterways.\"[\\[8\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-8) Although surfboards were originally used, boards without straps or bindings were first seen in New Zealand with boards called \"skurfboards\".\\[*[citation needed](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wikipedia:Citation_needed \"Wikipedia:Citation needed\")*\\] Eventually, wake boards with bindings or straps were sold in Australia under the name \"McSkis\". Later, another company called \"Skurfer\" was founded by Tony Finn in 1985,[\\[9\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-9) named as such due to the board being a cross of a surfboard and a [water ski](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Water_skiing \"Water skiing\").[\\[10\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-10) The first board made in the early 1990's was the Hyper lite board by the O’Brien company,[\\[11\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-11) a water ski manufacturer who marketed the board as a “compression-molded neutral-buoyancy wake board.”[\\[12\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:0-12) This was followed by a variety of boards that are curvier and more compact, creating a smoother ride.[\\[12\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:0-12)\n\nThe wake board rope has advanced over the years with improvements in the material makeup. When wakeboarding first started, wakeboarders used ski rope, which was made with stretchy cloth or plastic ropes. The latter soon grew in popularity, and a braided rope made out of [polypropylene](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Polypropylene \"Polypropylene\") was eventually introduced. A few years later\\[*[when?](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wikipedia:Manual_of_Style\/Dates_and_numbers#Chronological_items \"Wikipedia:Manual of Style\/Dates and numbers\")*\\], a rope that was less stretchy was invented that gave the rider a more consistent pull on the rope, though they were heavier and larger in diameter. Modern ropes are coated with Spectra and Dyneema, which decrease the stretch and drag of the rope.\n\n## Equipment\n\\[[edit](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=4 \"Edit section: Equipment\")\\]\n\nWakeboarding in [Tokyo](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tokyo \"Tokyo\"), 2018\n\nWhen wakeboarding, a wide variety of safety equipment is used. These include life vests or other buoyancy aids which prevent water-related injuries and deaths, as they keep the wearer buoyant until they are picked up. These vests especially help in situations where the rider is knocked unconscious or cannot tread water.[\\[13\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-beginner-gear-13) Furthermore, wakeboarders use water-resistant helmets that are able to ventilate water so that the helmets do not fill up with water.[\\[13\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-beginner-gear-13) Even the length of a wakeboarder's rope is important in providing safety; if the rope is too long, a wakeboarder will land on the flat part of the wake instead of the downside, and their knees will buckle.\n\nWakeboards themselves are also important to consider when preparing to ride. Four of the most common wakeboard styles include the continuous rocker, the three-stage rocker, the five-stage rocker, and the hybrid rocker.[\\[14\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-14) Rocker refers to the curve of the board from head to tail and each type of board has a different placement and amount of curve that works best for different types of rides. The presence or absence of fins on the bottom of a board can also make a drastic difference in how it rides. Beginning riders are usually better off with deeper fins. Wakeboards can also vary in the amount of fins they have which can be up to 5. Fins will make it easier to turn and stay level for beginners but should be removed for tricks and spins since they can make it easier to catch an edge on a jump or during a spin.[\\[1\\]](https:\/\/www.wakemakers.com\/blogs\/resources\/wakesurf-fins-explained#:~:text=The%20three%20fin%20setup%20known,to%20make%20big%20bottom%20turns.&text=A%20quad%20fin%20setup%20give%20your%20board%20acceleration%20and%20speed.) Another part of the wakeboard itself to consider is the size of the board and the material, which are usually a wood or foam core with a fiber glass or carbon fiber coating.[\\[15\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-15)[\\[2\\]](https:\/\/www.saertex.com\/en\/services\/references_overview\/referenz\/handmade-carbon-wakeboards#:~:text=HANDMADE%20CARBON%20WAKEBOARDS,fiber%20and%20a%20wooden%20core.)\n\nAt the same time, the length of a wakeboarding rope will vary based on the rider's preferences. Beginner ropes usually go from about 50’ to 75’ in total length, while more advanced riders will want a rope that goes from 65’ to 85’.[\\[16\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-16) A longer rope may allow for more preparation and momentum before performing tricks,[\\[17\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:32-17) whereas a shorter rope may require less speed and height to travel between wakes.[\\[17\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:32-17) In addition to this, the material of the rope being used can make a significant difference in ride experience. General guidelines recommend 50–65 ft for beginners, 65–75 ft for intermediates, and 75–85 ft for advanced riders to align with the optimal wake ramp.”[\\[18\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-EVOrope-18) The less stretch in the rope, the better it is for the rider to learn how to ride and do various tricks. Some of the best rope materials include Dyneema, Poly E, and Spectra. Each of these is known for its abrasion resistance, affordability and absorption, and durability respectively.[\\[19\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-19)\n\n## Tricks\n\\[[edit](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=5 \"Edit section: Tricks\")\\]\n\n|   |   |\n|---|---|\n| [![\\[icon\\]](https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/1\/1c\/Wiki_letter_w_cropped.svg\/20px-Wiki_letter_w_cropped.svg.png)](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/File:Wiki_letter_w_cropped.svg) | This section **needs expansion**. You can help by [adding missing information](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=). *(October 2019)* |\n\nWhen wakeboarding, a variety of tricks may be attempted. Most of these stem from the wakeboarder adjusting their posture, edge, and distribution of weight so as to fly into the air upon hitting the wake.[\\[20\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:52-20) Various tricks include the toeside edge,[\\[20\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:52-20) the heelside edge,[\\[21\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:62-21) the ride switch,[\\[22\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:7-22) and the 180° spin.[\\[23\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:8-23)\n\nMore advanced tricks call for what is known as inversion or “inverts”. An invert is considered any action where the board is above the head of the rider. This does not necessarily mean the rider is fully upside down, as evidenced by the Raley, a trick where the rider extends their body parallel to the water bending at the knees to achieve inversion.[\\[24\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-24) The heel side backflip, otherwise known as a tantrum, is often regarded as the first and easiest invert to learn as an intermediate level rider. This is because the shape of the wake or the “kicker” (a type of floating ramp, used primarily at cable parks, that mimics the shape of a wake) naturally initiates the sequence of motions that are necessary to complete the trick.[\\[25\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-25)\n\n## Community\n\\[[edit](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=6 \"Edit section: Community\")\\]\n\nThere are many different ways that people are engaged in this sport. Popular brands like Byerly, Hyperlight, O'Neill, O'Brien and Ronix provide ever evolving technology and equipment as well as quality advice for new and seasoned riders alike. Some of these brands also have active social media presence to reach more people and get them into the sport.[\\[26\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-26)\n\n### Relationship to Kitesurfing\n\\[[edit](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=7 \"Edit section: Relationship to Kitesurfing\")\\]\n\nMany movements and tricks in wakeboarding bear close resemblance to moves also found in [kitesurfing](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Kiteboarding \"Kiteboarding\"). This is reflected in close similarities between wakeboards and twin-tip kitesurf-boards. Wakeboarding in wake and waterski parks is thus often considered a more approachable wind-condition independent alternative to kitesurfing and has seen a surge in popularity in parallel to kitesurfing, especially in densely populated areas in Europe, such as Germany.\n\n## See also\n\\[[edit](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=8 \"Edit section: See also\")\\]\n\n- [Cable skiing](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cable_skiing \"Cable skiing\")\n\n## References\n\\[[edit](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=9 \"Edit section: References\")\\]\n\n1. **[^](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_ref-1)**\n   [\"Definition of WAKEBOARD\"](https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/wakeboard). *www.merriam-webster.com*. 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Wakeboarding was developed from a combination of [water skiing](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Water_skiing \"Water skiing\"), [snowboarding](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Snowboarding \"Snowboarding\") and [surfing](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Surfing \"Surfing\") techniques.\n\nThe rider is usually towed by a rope behind a boat, but can also be towed by cable systems and winches, and be pulled by other motorized vehicles like personal watercraft, cars, trucks, and all-terrain vehicles. The gear and [wakeboard boat](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboard_boat \"Wakeboard boat\") used are often personalized to each rider's liking.\n\nThough natural watercourses such as rivers, lakes and areas of open water are generally used in wakeboarding, it is possible to wakeboard in unconventional locations, such as flooded roads and car parks, using a car as the towing vehicle.[\\[2\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-2)[\\[3\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-3)[\\[4\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-4)\n\nWakeboarding is done for pleasure and competition, ranging from freestyle wakeboarding and wakeboard parks to wakeboard competitions at the [X Games](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/X_Games \"X Games\"), WWA Wakeboard World Championships, or similar events.[\\[5\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-5) Though it had an obscure start, it is now the world's fastest-growing water sport.[\\[6\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-6) The sport’s growth has averaged over 10% annually since 2010, outpacing nearly all other water sports.”[\\[7\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-USAWW-7)\n\n[![a woman riding a mono waterski slalom-course, Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Florida, USA ca. 1950](https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/8\/80\/Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course%2C_Cypress_Gardens%2C_ca._1950.webp\/250px-Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course%2C_Cypress_Gardens%2C_ca._1950.webp.png)](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/File:Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course,_Cypress_Gardens,_ca._1950.webp)\n\na woman riding a mono-water-ski on a slalom-course in Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Florida, USA, ca. 1950\n\nThe sport that would later become wake boarding began as [water-skiing](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Water_skiing \"Water skiing\") with mono water skis (single water skis) in the USA around 1950. The main difference between mono water skis and contemporary wake boards is the shape of the board, the stance and - to a degree - the length of the rope. Waterskiing tends to emphasize keeping clear of the towboats wake and [whitewater](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Whitewater \"Whitewater\") and using the calmer water-surface while wakeboarding attempts to use wake and whitewater as artificial wave and surf by using a shorter line.\n\n#### Surfboards as Mono ski\n\\[[edit](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=3 \"Edit section: Surfboards as Mono ski\")\\]\n\nWake surfing - using surfboards as mono water skis - began picking up traction around 1964, where it was seen as an \"exciting new sport that's soon going to sweep the waterways.\"[\\[8\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-8) Although surfboards were originally used, boards without straps or bindings were first seen in New Zealand with boards called \"skurfboards\".\\[*[citation needed](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wikipedia:Citation_needed \"Wikipedia:Citation needed\")*\\] Eventually, wake boards with bindings or straps were sold in Australia under the name \"McSkis\". Later, another company called \"Skurfer\" was founded by Tony Finn in 1985,[\\[9\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-9) named as such due to the board being a cross of a surfboard and a [water ski](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Water_skiing \"Water skiing\").[\\[10\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-10) The first board made in the early 1990's was the Hyper lite board by the O’Brien company,[\\[11\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-11) a water ski manufacturer who marketed the board as a “compression-molded neutral-buoyancy wake board.”[\\[12\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:0-12) This was followed by a variety of boards that are curvier and more compact, creating a smoother ride.[\\[12\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:0-12)\n\nThe wake board rope has advanced over the years with improvements in the material makeup. When wakeboarding first started, wakeboarders used ski rope, which was made with stretchy cloth or plastic ropes. The latter soon grew in popularity, and a braided rope made out of [polypropylene](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Polypropylene \"Polypropylene\") was eventually introduced. A few years later\\[*[when?](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wikipedia:Manual_of_Style\/Dates_and_numbers#Chronological_items \"Wikipedia:Manual of Style\/Dates and numbers\")*\\], a rope that was less stretchy was invented that gave the rider a more consistent pull on the rope, though they were heavier and larger in diameter. Modern ropes are coated with Spectra and Dyneema, which decrease the stretch and drag of the rope.\n\nWakeboarding in [Tokyo](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tokyo \"Tokyo\"), 2018\n\nWhen wakeboarding, a wide variety of safety equipment is used. These include life vests or other buoyancy aids which prevent water-related injuries and deaths, as they keep the wearer buoyant until they are picked up. These vests especially help in situations where the rider is knocked unconscious or cannot tread water.[\\[13\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-beginner-gear-13) Furthermore, wakeboarders use water-resistant helmets that are able to ventilate water so that the helmets do not fill up with water.[\\[13\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-beginner-gear-13) Even the length of a wakeboarder's rope is important in providing safety; if the rope is too long, a wakeboarder will land on the flat part of the wake instead of the downside, and their knees will buckle.\n\nWakeboards themselves are also important to consider when preparing to ride. Four of the most common wakeboard styles include the continuous rocker, the three-stage rocker, the five-stage rocker, and the hybrid rocker.[\\[14\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-14) Rocker refers to the curve of the board from head to tail and each type of board has a different placement and amount of curve that works best for different types of rides. The presence or absence of fins on the bottom of a board can also make a drastic difference in how it rides. Beginning riders are usually better off with deeper fins. Wakeboards can also vary in the amount of fins they have which can be up to 5. Fins will make it easier to turn and stay level for beginners but should be removed for tricks and spins since they can make it easier to catch an edge on a jump or during a spin.[\\[1\\]](https:\/\/www.wakemakers.com\/blogs\/resources\/wakesurf-fins-explained#:~:text=The%20three%20fin%20setup%20known,to%20make%20big%20bottom%20turns.&text=A%20quad%20fin%20setup%20give%20your%20board%20acceleration%20and%20speed.) Another part of the wakeboard itself to consider is the size of the board and the material, which are usually a wood or foam core with a fiber glass or carbon fiber coating.[\\[15\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-15)[\\[2\\]](https:\/\/www.saertex.com\/en\/services\/references_overview\/referenz\/handmade-carbon-wakeboards#:~:text=HANDMADE%20CARBON%20WAKEBOARDS,fiber%20and%20a%20wooden%20core.)\n\nAt the same time, the length of a wakeboarding rope will vary based on the rider's preferences. Beginner ropes usually go from about 50’ to 75’ in total length, while more advanced riders will want a rope that goes from 65’ to 85’.[\\[16\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-16) A longer rope may allow for more preparation and momentum before performing tricks,[\\[17\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:32-17) whereas a shorter rope may require less speed and height to travel between wakes.[\\[17\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:32-17) In addition to this, the material of the rope being used can make a significant difference in ride experience. General guidelines recommend 50–65 ft for beginners, 65–75 ft for intermediates, and 75–85 ft for advanced riders to align with the optimal wake ramp.”[\\[18\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-EVOrope-18) The less stretch in the rope, the better it is for the rider to learn how to ride and do various tricks. Some of the best rope materials include Dyneema, Poly E, and Spectra. Each of these is known for its abrasion resistance, affordability and absorption, and durability respectively.[\\[19\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-19)\n\nWhen wakeboarding, a variety of tricks may be attempted. Most of these stem from the wakeboarder adjusting their posture, edge, and distribution of weight so as to fly into the air upon hitting the wake.[\\[20\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:52-20) Various tricks include the toeside edge,[\\[20\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:52-20) the heelside edge,[\\[21\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:62-21) the ride switch,[\\[22\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:7-22) and the 180° spin.[\\[23\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:8-23)\n\nMore advanced tricks call for what is known as inversion or “inverts”. An invert is considered any action where the board is above the head of the rider. This does not necessarily mean the rider is fully upside down, as evidenced by the Raley, a trick where the rider extends their body parallel to the water bending at the knees to achieve inversion.[\\[24\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-24) The heel side backflip, otherwise known as a tantrum, is often regarded as the first and easiest invert to learn as an intermediate level rider. This is because the shape of the wake or the “kicker” (a type of floating ramp, used primarily at cable parks, that mimics the shape of a wake) naturally initiates the sequence of motions that are necessary to complete the trick.[\\[25\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-25)\n\nThere are many different ways that people are engaged in this sport. Popular brands like Byerly, Hyperlight, O'Neill, O'Brien and Ronix provide ever evolving technology and equipment as well as quality advice for new and seasoned riders alike. Some of these brands also have active social media presence to reach more people and get them into the sport.[\\[26\\]](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_note-26)\n\n### Relationship to Kitesurfing\n\\[[edit](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=7 \"Edit section: Relationship to Kitesurfing\")\\]\n\nMany movements and tricks in wakeboarding bear close resemblance to moves also found in [kitesurfing](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Kiteboarding \"Kiteboarding\"). This is reflected in close similarities between wakeboards and twin-tip kitesurf-boards. Wakeboarding in wake and waterski parks is thus often considered a more approachable wind-condition independent alternative to kitesurfing and has seen a surge in popularity in parallel to kitesurfing, especially in densely populated areas in Europe, such as Germany.\n\n- [Cable skiing](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cable_skiing \"Cable skiing\")\n\n1. **[^](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_ref-1)**\n   [\"Definition of WAKEBOARD\"](https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/wakeboard). *www.merriam-webster.com*. Retrieved 2019-06-28.\n2. **[^](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_ref-2)**\n   [\"Wakeboarding on a flooded road\"](https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/news\/av\/uk-25665314). *[BBC News](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/BBC_News \"BBC News\")*. Retrieved 2020-11-15.\n3. **[^](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_ref-3)**\n   Watkins, James (2018-08-10). [\"Canoeing and wakeboarding in Guildford Bedford Road car park\"](http:\/\/www.getsurrey.co.uk\/news\/local-news\/caneoing-wakeboarding-through-surrey-floods-6472186). *SurreyLive*. Retrieved 2020-11-15.\n4. **[^](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_ref-4)**\n   [\"Locals wakeboard and kayak down flooded Napier streets\"](https:\/\/www.tvnz.co.nz\/one-news\/new-zealand\/locals-wakeboard-and-kayak-down-flooded-napier-streets). *TVNZ*. Retrieved 2020-11-15.\n5. **[^](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_ref-5)**\n   [\"Wakeboard Pro Top 5 \\| FISE Montpellier 2019 \\| FISE\"](https:\/\/www.fise.fr\/fr\/wakeboard-pro-top-5-fise-montpellier-2019). *www.fise.fr*. Retrieved 2019-11-09.\n6. **[^](https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wakeboarding#cite_ref-6)**\n   [\"USA Wakeboard\"](https:\/\/www.usawaterski.org\/pages\/divisions\/wakeboard\/WakeboardHistory.htm). USA Water Ski and Wake Sports. 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Boilerpipe Text	From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia A person wakeboarding in Zug, Switzerland Wakeboarding is a water sport in which the rider, standing on a wakeboard (a board with foot bindings), is towed behind a motorboat across its wake and especially up off the crest in order to perform aerial maneuvers. [ 1 ] A hallmark of wakeboarding is the attempted performance of midair tricks. Wakeboarding was developed from a combination of water skiing , snowboarding and surfing techniques. The rider is usually towed by a rope behind a boat, but can also be towed by cable systems and winches, and be pulled by other motorized vehicles like personal watercraft, cars, trucks, and all-terrain vehicles. The gear and wakeboard boat used are often personalized to each rider's liking. Though natural watercourses such as rivers, lakes and areas of open water are generally used in wakeboarding, it is possible to wakeboard in unconventional locations, such as flooded roads and car parks, using a car as the towing vehicle. [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] Wakeboarding is done for pleasure and competition, ranging from freestyle wakeboarding and wakeboard parks to wakeboard competitions at the X Games , WWA Wakeboard World Championships, or similar events. [ 5 ] Though it had an obscure start, it is now the world's fastest-growing water sport. [ 6 ] The sport’s growth has averaged over 10% annually since 2010, outpacing nearly all other water sports.” [ 7 ] a woman riding a mono-water-ski on a slalom-course in Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Florida, USA, ca. 1950 The sport that would later become wake boarding began as water-skiing with mono water skis (single water skis) in the USA around 1950. The main difference between mono water skis and contemporary wake boards is the shape of the board, the stance and - to a degree - the length of the rope. Waterskiing tends to emphasize keeping clear of the towboats wake and whitewater and using the calmer water-surface while wakeboarding attempts to use wake and whitewater as artificial wave and surf by using a shorter line. Surfboards as Mono ski [ edit ] Wake surfing - using surfboards as mono water skis - began picking up traction around 1964, where it was seen as an "exciting new sport that's soon going to sweep the waterways." [ 8 ] Although surfboards were originally used, boards without straps or bindings were first seen in New Zealand with boards called "skurfboards". [ citation needed ] Eventually, wake boards with bindings or straps were sold in Australia under the name "McSkis". Later, another company called "Skurfer" was founded by Tony Finn in 1985, [ 9 ] named as such due to the board being a cross of a surfboard and a water ski . [ 10 ] The first board made in the early 1990's was the Hyper lite board by the O’Brien company, [ 11 ] a water ski manufacturer who marketed the board as a “compression-molded neutral-buoyancy wake board.” [ 12 ] This was followed by a variety of boards that are curvier and more compact, creating a smoother ride. [ 12 ] The wake board rope has advanced over the years with improvements in the material makeup. When wakeboarding first started, wakeboarders used ski rope, which was made with stretchy cloth or plastic ropes. The latter soon grew in popularity, and a braided rope made out of polypropylene was eventually introduced. A few years later [ when? ] , a rope that was less stretchy was invented that gave the rider a more consistent pull on the rope, though they were heavier and larger in diameter. Modern ropes are coated with Spectra and Dyneema, which decrease the stretch and drag of the rope. Wakeboarding in Tokyo , 2018 When wakeboarding, a wide variety of safety equipment is used. These include life vests or other buoyancy aids which prevent water-related injuries and deaths, as they keep the wearer buoyant until they are picked up. These vests especially help in situations where the rider is knocked unconscious or cannot tread water. [ 13 ] Furthermore, wakeboarders use water-resistant helmets that are able to ventilate water so that the helmets do not fill up with water. [ 13 ] Even the length of a wakeboarder's rope is important in providing safety; if the rope is too long, a wakeboarder will land on the flat part of the wake instead of the downside, and their knees will buckle. Wakeboards themselves are also important to consider when preparing to ride. Four of the most common wakeboard styles include the continuous rocker, the three-stage rocker, the five-stage rocker, and the hybrid rocker. [ 14 ] Rocker refers to the curve of the board from head to tail and each type of board has a different placement and amount of curve that works best for different types of rides. The presence or absence of fins on the bottom of a board can also make a drastic difference in how it rides. Beginning riders are usually better off with deeper fins. Wakeboards can also vary in the amount of fins they have which can be up to 5. Fins will make it easier to turn and stay level for beginners but should be removed for tricks and spins since they can make it easier to catch an edge on a jump or during a spin. [1] Another part of the wakeboard itself to consider is the size of the board and the material, which are usually a wood or foam core with a fiber glass or carbon fiber coating. [ 15 ] [2] At the same time, the length of a wakeboarding rope will vary based on the rider's preferences. Beginner ropes usually go from about 50’ to 75’ in total length, while more advanced riders will want a rope that goes from 65’ to 85’. [ 16 ] A longer rope may allow for more preparation and momentum before performing tricks, [ 17 ] whereas a shorter rope may require less speed and height to travel between wakes. [ 17 ] In addition to this, the material of the rope being used can make a significant difference in ride experience. General guidelines recommend 50–65 ft for beginners, 65–75 ft for intermediates, and 75–85 ft for advanced riders to align with the optimal wake ramp.” [ 18 ] The less stretch in the rope, the better it is for the rider to learn how to ride and do various tricks. Some of the best rope materials include Dyneema, Poly E, and Spectra. Each of these is known for its abrasion resistance, affordability and absorption, and durability respectively. [ 19 ] When wakeboarding, a variety of tricks may be attempted. Most of these stem from the wakeboarder adjusting their posture, edge, and distribution of weight so as to fly into the air upon hitting the wake. [ 20 ] Various tricks include the toeside edge, [ 20 ] the heelside edge, [ 21 ] the ride switch, [ 22 ] and the 180° spin. [ 23 ] More advanced tricks call for what is known as inversion or “inverts”. An invert is considered any action where the board is above the head of the rider. This does not necessarily mean the rider is fully upside down, as evidenced by the Raley, a trick where the rider extends their body parallel to the water bending at the knees to achieve inversion. [ 24 ] The heel side backflip, otherwise known as a tantrum, is often regarded as the first and easiest invert to learn as an intermediate level rider. This is because the shape of the wake or the “kicker” (a type of floating ramp, used primarily at cable parks, that mimics the shape of a wake) naturally initiates the sequence of motions that are necessary to complete the trick. [ 25 ] There are many different ways that people are engaged in this sport. Popular brands like Byerly, Hyperlight, O'Neill, O'Brien and Ronix provide ever evolving technology and equipment as well as quality advice for new and seasoned riders alike. Some of these brands also have active social media presence to reach more people and get them into the sport. [ 26 ] Relationship to Kitesurfing [ edit ] Many movements and tricks in wakeboarding bear close resemblance to moves also found in kitesurfing . This is reflected in close similarities between wakeboards and twin-tip kitesurf-boards. 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(July 2019) ([Learn how and when to remove this message](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Help:Maintenance_template_removal "Help:Maintenance template removal")) \| [![](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/28/CH.ZG.Zug_Boardstock_2008-07-27_Wakeboarder_27_16x9-R_4K.jpg/500px-CH.ZG.Zug_Boardstock_2008-07-27_Wakeboarder_27_16x9-R_4K.jpg)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:CH.ZG.Zug_Boardstock_2008-07-27_Wakeboarder_27_16x9-R_4K.jpg) A person wakeboarding in Zug, Switzerland Wakeboarding is a water sport in which the rider, standing on a wakeboard (a board with foot bindings), is towed behind a motorboat across its wake and especially up off the crest in order to perform aerial maneuvers.[\[1\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-1) A hallmark of wakeboarding is the attempted performance of midair tricks. Wakeboarding was developed from a combination of [water skiing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_skiing "Water skiing"), [snowboarding](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snowboarding "Snowboarding") and [surfing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surfing "Surfing") techniques. The rider is usually towed by a rope behind a boat, but can also be towed by cable systems and winches, and be pulled by other motorized vehicles like personal watercraft, cars, trucks, and all-terrain vehicles. The gear and [wakeboard boat](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboard_boat "Wakeboard boat") used are often personalized to each rider's liking. Though natural watercourses such as rivers, lakes and areas of open water are generally used in wakeboarding, it is possible to wakeboard in unconventional locations, such as flooded roads and car parks, using a car as the towing vehicle.[\[2\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-2)[\[3\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-3)[\[4\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-4) Wakeboarding is done for pleasure and competition, ranging from freestyle wakeboarding and wakeboard parks to wakeboard competitions at the [X Games](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X_Games "X Games"), WWA Wakeboard World Championships, or similar events.[\[5\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-5) Though it had an obscure start, it is now the world's fastest-growing water sport.[\[6\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-6) The sport’s growth has averaged over 10% annually since 2010, outpacing nearly all other water sports.”[\[7\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-USAWW-7) ## History \[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=1 "Edit section: History")\] ### Mono Water Ski \[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=2 "Edit section: Mono Water Ski")\] [![a woman riding a mono waterski slalom-course, Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Florida, USA ca. 1950](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/80/Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course%2C_Cypress_Gardens%2C_ca._1950.webp/250px-Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course%2C_Cypress_Gardens%2C_ca._1950.webp.png)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course,_Cypress_Gardens,_ca._1950.webp) a woman riding a mono-water-ski on a slalom-course in Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Florida, USA, ca. 1950 The sport that would later become wake boarding began as [water-skiing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_skiing "Water skiing") with mono water skis (single water skis) in the USA around 1950. The main difference between mono water skis and contemporary wake boards is the shape of the board, the stance and - to a degree - the length of the rope. Waterskiing tends to emphasize keeping clear of the towboats wake and [whitewater](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whitewater "Whitewater") and using the calmer water-surface while wakeboarding attempts to use wake and whitewater as artificial wave and surf by using a shorter line. #### Surfboards as Mono ski \[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=3 "Edit section: Surfboards as Mono ski")\] Wake surfing - using surfboards as mono water skis - began picking up traction around 1964, where it was seen as an "exciting new sport that's soon going to sweep the waterways."[\[8\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-8) Although surfboards were originally used, boards without straps or bindings were first seen in New Zealand with boards called "skurfboards".\[[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed "Wikipedia:Citation needed")\] Eventually, wake boards with bindings or straps were sold in Australia under the name "McSkis". Later, another company called "Skurfer" was founded by Tony Finn in 1985,[\[9\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-9) named as such due to the board being a cross of a surfboard and a [water ski](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_skiing "Water skiing").[\[10\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-10) The first board made in the early 1990's was the Hyper lite board by the O’Brien company,[\[11\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-11) a water ski manufacturer who marketed the board as a “compression-molded neutral-buoyancy wake board.”[\[12\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:0-12) This was followed by a variety of boards that are curvier and more compact, creating a smoother ride.[\[12\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:0-12) The wake board rope has advanced over the years with improvements in the material makeup. When wakeboarding first started, wakeboarders used ski rope, which was made with stretchy cloth or plastic ropes. The latter soon grew in popularity, and a braided rope made out of [polypropylene](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polypropylene "Polypropylene") was eventually introduced. A few years later\[[when?](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Manual_of_Style/Dates_and_numbers#Chronological_items "Wikipedia:Manual of Style/Dates and numbers")\], a rope that was less stretchy was invented that gave the rider a more consistent pull on the rope, though they were heavier and larger in diameter. Modern ropes are coated with Spectra and Dyneema, which decrease the stretch and drag of the rope. ## Equipment \[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=4 "Edit section: Equipment")\] Wakeboarding in [Tokyo](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokyo "Tokyo"), 2018 When wakeboarding, a wide variety of safety equipment is used. These include life vests or other buoyancy aids which prevent water-related injuries and deaths, as they keep the wearer buoyant until they are picked up. These vests especially help in situations where the rider is knocked unconscious or cannot tread water.[\[13\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-beginner-gear-13) Furthermore, wakeboarders use water-resistant helmets that are able to ventilate water so that the helmets do not fill up with water.[\[13\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-beginner-gear-13) Even the length of a wakeboarder's rope is important in providing safety; if the rope is too long, a wakeboarder will land on the flat part of the wake instead of the downside, and their knees will buckle. Wakeboards themselves are also important to consider when preparing to ride. Four of the most common wakeboard styles include the continuous rocker, the three-stage rocker, the five-stage rocker, and the hybrid rocker.[\[14\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-14) Rocker refers to the curve of the board from head to tail and each type of board has a different placement and amount of curve that works best for different types of rides. The presence or absence of fins on the bottom of a board can also make a drastic difference in how it rides. Beginning riders are usually better off with deeper fins. Wakeboards can also vary in the amount of fins they have which can be up to 5. Fins will make it easier to turn and stay level for beginners but should be removed for tricks and spins since they can make it easier to catch an edge on a jump or during a spin.[\[1\]](https://www.wakemakers.com/blogs/resources/wakesurf-fins-explained#:~:text=The%20three%20fin%20setup%20known,to%20make%20big%20bottom%20turns.&text=A%20quad%20fin%20setup%20give%20your%20board%20acceleration%20and%20speed.) Another part of the wakeboard itself to consider is the size of the board and the material, which are usually a wood or foam core with a fiber glass or carbon fiber coating.[\[15\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-15)[\[2\]](https://www.saertex.com/en/services/references_overview/referenz/handmade-carbon-wakeboards#:~:text=HANDMADE%20CARBON%20WAKEBOARDS,fiber%20and%20a%20wooden%20core.) At the same time, the length of a wakeboarding rope will vary based on the rider's preferences. Beginner ropes usually go from about 50’ to 75’ in total length, while more advanced riders will want a rope that goes from 65’ to 85’.[\[16\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-16) A longer rope may allow for more preparation and momentum before performing tricks,[\[17\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:32-17) whereas a shorter rope may require less speed and height to travel between wakes.[\[17\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:32-17) In addition to this, the material of the rope being used can make a significant difference in ride experience. General guidelines recommend 50–65 ft for beginners, 65–75 ft for intermediates, and 75–85 ft for advanced riders to align with the optimal wake ramp.”[\[18\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-EVOrope-18) The less stretch in the rope, the better it is for the rider to learn how to ride and do various tricks. Some of the best rope materials include Dyneema, Poly E, and Spectra. Each of these is known for its abrasion resistance, affordability and absorption, and durability respectively.[\[19\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-19) ## Tricks \[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=5 "Edit section: Tricks")\] \| \| \| \|---\|---\| \| [![\[icon\]](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1c/Wiki_letter_w_cropped.svg/20px-Wiki_letter_w_cropped.svg.png)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Wiki_letter_w_cropped.svg) \| This section needs expansion. You can help by [adding missing information](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=). (October 2019) \| When wakeboarding, a variety of tricks may be attempted. Most of these stem from the wakeboarder adjusting their posture, edge, and distribution of weight so as to fly into the air upon hitting the wake.[\[20\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:52-20) Various tricks include the toeside edge,[\[20\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:52-20) the heelside edge,[\[21\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:62-21) the ride switch,[\[22\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:7-22) and the 180° spin.[\[23\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:8-23) More advanced tricks call for what is known as inversion or “inverts”. An invert is considered any action where the board is above the head of the rider. This does not necessarily mean the rider is fully upside down, as evidenced by the Raley, a trick where the rider extends their body parallel to the water bending at the knees to achieve inversion.[\[24\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-24) The heel side backflip, otherwise known as a tantrum, is often regarded as the first and easiest invert to learn as an intermediate level rider. This is because the shape of the wake or the “kicker” (a type of floating ramp, used primarily at cable parks, that mimics the shape of a wake) naturally initiates the sequence of motions that are necessary to complete the trick.[\[25\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-25) ## Community \[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=6 "Edit section: Community")\] There are many different ways that people are engaged in this sport. Popular brands like Byerly, Hyperlight, O'Neill, O'Brien and Ronix provide ever evolving technology and equipment as well as quality advice for new and seasoned riders alike. Some of these brands also have active social media presence to reach more people and get them into the sport.[\[26\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-26) ### Relationship to Kitesurfing \[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=7 "Edit section: Relationship to Kitesurfing")\] Many movements and tricks in wakeboarding bear close resemblance to moves also found in [kitesurfing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kiteboarding "Kiteboarding"). This is reflected in close similarities between wakeboards and twin-tip kitesurf-boards. Wakeboarding in wake and waterski parks is thus often considered a more approachable wind-condition independent alternative to kitesurfing and has seen a surge in popularity in parallel to kitesurfing, especially in densely populated areas in Europe, such as Germany. ## See also \[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=8 "Edit section: See also")\] - [Cable skiing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cable_skiing "Cable skiing") ## References \[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=9 "Edit section: References")\] 1. [^](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_ref-1) ["Definition of WAKEBOARD"](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wakeboard). www.merriam-webster.com. Retrieved 2019-06-28. 2. [^](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_ref-2) ["Wakeboarding on a flooded road"](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-25665314). [BBC News](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BBC_News "BBC News"). 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Readable Markdown	From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia [![](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/28/CH.ZG.Zug_Boardstock_2008-07-27_Wakeboarder_27_16x9-R_4K.jpg/500px-CH.ZG.Zug_Boardstock_2008-07-27_Wakeboarder_27_16x9-R_4K.jpg)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:CH.ZG.Zug_Boardstock_2008-07-27_Wakeboarder_27_16x9-R_4K.jpg) A person wakeboarding in Zug, Switzerland Wakeboarding is a water sport in which the rider, standing on a wakeboard (a board with foot bindings), is towed behind a motorboat across its wake and especially up off the crest in order to perform aerial maneuvers.[\[1\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-1) A hallmark of wakeboarding is the attempted performance of midair tricks. Wakeboarding was developed from a combination of [water skiing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_skiing "Water skiing"), [snowboarding](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snowboarding "Snowboarding") and [surfing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surfing "Surfing") techniques. The rider is usually towed by a rope behind a boat, but can also be towed by cable systems and winches, and be pulled by other motorized vehicles like personal watercraft, cars, trucks, and all-terrain vehicles. The gear and [wakeboard boat](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboard_boat "Wakeboard boat") used are often personalized to each rider's liking. Though natural watercourses such as rivers, lakes and areas of open water are generally used in wakeboarding, it is possible to wakeboard in unconventional locations, such as flooded roads and car parks, using a car as the towing vehicle.[\[2\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-2)[\[3\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-3)[\[4\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-4) Wakeboarding is done for pleasure and competition, ranging from freestyle wakeboarding and wakeboard parks to wakeboard competitions at the [X Games](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X_Games "X Games"), WWA Wakeboard World Championships, or similar events.[\[5\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-5) Though it had an obscure start, it is now the world's fastest-growing water sport.[\[6\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-6) The sport’s growth has averaged over 10% annually since 2010, outpacing nearly all other water sports.”[\[7\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-USAWW-7) [![a woman riding a mono waterski slalom-course, Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Florida, USA ca. 1950](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/80/Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course%2C_Cypress_Gardens%2C_ca._1950.webp/250px-Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course%2C_Cypress_Gardens%2C_ca._1950.webp.png)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Mono_Waterski_Slalom-course,_Cypress_Gardens,_ca._1950.webp) a woman riding a mono-water-ski on a slalom-course in Cypress Gardens, Winter Haven, Florida, USA, ca. 1950 The sport that would later become wake boarding began as [water-skiing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_skiing "Water skiing") with mono water skis (single water skis) in the USA around 1950. The main difference between mono water skis and contemporary wake boards is the shape of the board, the stance and - to a degree - the length of the rope. Waterskiing tends to emphasize keeping clear of the towboats wake and [whitewater](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whitewater "Whitewater") and using the calmer water-surface while wakeboarding attempts to use wake and whitewater as artificial wave and surf by using a shorter line. #### Surfboards as Mono ski \[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=3 "Edit section: Surfboards as Mono ski")\] Wake surfing - using surfboards as mono water skis - began picking up traction around 1964, where it was seen as an "exciting new sport that's soon going to sweep the waterways."[\[8\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-8) Although surfboards were originally used, boards without straps or bindings were first seen in New Zealand with boards called "skurfboards".\[[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed "Wikipedia:Citation needed")\] Eventually, wake boards with bindings or straps were sold in Australia under the name "McSkis". Later, another company called "Skurfer" was founded by Tony Finn in 1985,[\[9\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-9) named as such due to the board being a cross of a surfboard and a [water ski](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_skiing "Water skiing").[\[10\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-10) The first board made in the early 1990's was the Hyper lite board by the O’Brien company,[\[11\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-11) a water ski manufacturer who marketed the board as a “compression-molded neutral-buoyancy wake board.”[\[12\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:0-12) This was followed by a variety of boards that are curvier and more compact, creating a smoother ride.[\[12\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:0-12) The wake board rope has advanced over the years with improvements in the material makeup. When wakeboarding first started, wakeboarders used ski rope, which was made with stretchy cloth or plastic ropes. The latter soon grew in popularity, and a braided rope made out of [polypropylene](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polypropylene "Polypropylene") was eventually introduced. A few years later\[[when?](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Manual_of_Style/Dates_and_numbers#Chronological_items "Wikipedia:Manual of Style/Dates and numbers")\], a rope that was less stretchy was invented that gave the rider a more consistent pull on the rope, though they were heavier and larger in diameter. Modern ropes are coated with Spectra and Dyneema, which decrease the stretch and drag of the rope. Wakeboarding in [Tokyo](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokyo "Tokyo"), 2018 When wakeboarding, a wide variety of safety equipment is used. These include life vests or other buoyancy aids which prevent water-related injuries and deaths, as they keep the wearer buoyant until they are picked up. These vests especially help in situations where the rider is knocked unconscious or cannot tread water.[\[13\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-beginner-gear-13) Furthermore, wakeboarders use water-resistant helmets that are able to ventilate water so that the helmets do not fill up with water.[\[13\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-beginner-gear-13) Even the length of a wakeboarder's rope is important in providing safety; if the rope is too long, a wakeboarder will land on the flat part of the wake instead of the downside, and their knees will buckle. Wakeboards themselves are also important to consider when preparing to ride. Four of the most common wakeboard styles include the continuous rocker, the three-stage rocker, the five-stage rocker, and the hybrid rocker.[\[14\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-14) Rocker refers to the curve of the board from head to tail and each type of board has a different placement and amount of curve that works best for different types of rides. The presence or absence of fins on the bottom of a board can also make a drastic difference in how it rides. Beginning riders are usually better off with deeper fins. Wakeboards can also vary in the amount of fins they have which can be up to 5. Fins will make it easier to turn and stay level for beginners but should be removed for tricks and spins since they can make it easier to catch an edge on a jump or during a spin.[\[1\]](https://www.wakemakers.com/blogs/resources/wakesurf-fins-explained#:~:text=The%20three%20fin%20setup%20known,to%20make%20big%20bottom%20turns.&text=A%20quad%20fin%20setup%20give%20your%20board%20acceleration%20and%20speed.) Another part of the wakeboard itself to consider is the size of the board and the material, which are usually a wood or foam core with a fiber glass or carbon fiber coating.[\[15\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-15)[\[2\]](https://www.saertex.com/en/services/references_overview/referenz/handmade-carbon-wakeboards#:~:text=HANDMADE%20CARBON%20WAKEBOARDS,fiber%20and%20a%20wooden%20core.) At the same time, the length of a wakeboarding rope will vary based on the rider's preferences. Beginner ropes usually go from about 50’ to 75’ in total length, while more advanced riders will want a rope that goes from 65’ to 85’.[\[16\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-16) A longer rope may allow for more preparation and momentum before performing tricks,[\[17\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:32-17) whereas a shorter rope may require less speed and height to travel between wakes.[\[17\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:32-17) In addition to this, the material of the rope being used can make a significant difference in ride experience. General guidelines recommend 50–65 ft for beginners, 65–75 ft for intermediates, and 75–85 ft for advanced riders to align with the optimal wake ramp.”[\[18\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-EVOrope-18) The less stretch in the rope, the better it is for the rider to learn how to ride and do various tricks. Some of the best rope materials include Dyneema, Poly E, and Spectra. Each of these is known for its abrasion resistance, affordability and absorption, and durability respectively.[\[19\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-19) When wakeboarding, a variety of tricks may be attempted. Most of these stem from the wakeboarder adjusting their posture, edge, and distribution of weight so as to fly into the air upon hitting the wake.[\[20\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:52-20) Various tricks include the toeside edge,[\[20\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:52-20) the heelside edge,[\[21\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:62-21) the ride switch,[\[22\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:7-22) and the 180° spin.[\[23\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-:8-23) More advanced tricks call for what is known as inversion or “inverts”. An invert is considered any action where the board is above the head of the rider. This does not necessarily mean the rider is fully upside down, as evidenced by the Raley, a trick where the rider extends their body parallel to the water bending at the knees to achieve inversion.[\[24\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-24) The heel side backflip, otherwise known as a tantrum, is often regarded as the first and easiest invert to learn as an intermediate level rider. This is because the shape of the wake or the “kicker” (a type of floating ramp, used primarily at cable parks, that mimics the shape of a wake) naturally initiates the sequence of motions that are necessary to complete the trick.[\[25\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-25) There are many different ways that people are engaged in this sport. Popular brands like Byerly, Hyperlight, O'Neill, O'Brien and Ronix provide ever evolving technology and equipment as well as quality advice for new and seasoned riders alike. Some of these brands also have active social media presence to reach more people and get them into the sport.[\[26\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakeboarding#cite_note-26) ### Relationship to Kitesurfing \[[edit](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wakeboarding&action=edit&section=7 "Edit section: Relationship to Kitesurfing")\] Many movements and tricks in wakeboarding bear close resemblance to moves also found in [kitesurfing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kiteboarding "Kiteboarding"). This is reflected in close similarities between wakeboards and twin-tip kitesurf-boards. 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