First day out skating, and I couldn't get up. :(

WakeWizard · Faceplant Joined: 02 Jun 2011 Posts: 13

Okay guys, like I said in the title, today was my 1st day out. I know its super late, but I live in minnesota, so its cold, and i've been busy. so, on to my problem. I tried for probably an hour today and I couldn't get up. I did not understand it, I have wakeboarded, and wakeskated for the past 5 summers, so I know the basics. One question I have is i'm wondering if my board is waterlogged, and if that could have something to do with it. I have a hyperlite scape from 3 years ago, and its gotten alot of use. could this be part of the problem? I have also gained 20 lbs since 3 years ago, but I got up fine last year too. its a 107cm and i'm 6'0, 200 lbs. is this board to small? please help!

devotid · Frontside 180 Joined: 07 Mar 2005 Posts: 473 City: saginaw

board length should be fine.....just take your time getting up....dont flop all around crazy like....nice and smooth.

check list.....

- make sure the boat has plenty of horse power and is running good.......

- make sure your not pushing to much water in front of you......i.e. dont point your toes to the sky and pile up water in front of you.....try to push them forward toward the back of the boat and skim a little longer before you get up. (forward speed=lift)

- keep your knees closer to your chest and in the sitting position a little longer while your working on keeping your toes toward the boat....

- start from a dock once so at least you get to ride....dont be too proud. lol

- make sure your hair is combed too......there may be some chicks watching...... Cool

good luck.

triggamike · Backside 180 Joined: 07 Jun 2007 Posts: 1392 City: 225

what he said plus don't wear a bathing suit, cool kids jump in straight out the car

texasT · Posted: Jun 07, 2011 8:44 pm Post subject:

man i have days like that where i sketch out on the simplest of things. and i remember the first day i ever tried to ride, i didnt get up once.

just dont freak out, that's the key. if you get super frustrated, you're fvcked.

just have fun and DO IT! Very Happy

also get a new skate just for fun, thatll bring your stoke up! Birthday

Sagittorious · Posted: Jun 07, 2011 11:27 pm Post subject:

If you having trouble getting up, try a viagra I've heard good things.

WakeWizard · Faceplant Joined: 02 Jun 2011 Posts: 13

Thanks for all the positive responses guys! and maybe i'll just have to blame it on the board, so then I have a reason to reward myself with a new one. Cool

texasT · Posted: Jun 08, 2011 12:33 am Post subject: