| If you love sports and an amazing adrenaline rush, | | | | wakeboard tower, rather than tying it to the back of |
| then get up out of the sand and onto a wakeboard. | | | | the boat. These towers sit in the back of the boat, |
| Although this water sport is relatively new, it's rapidly | | | | and are about 2 or 3 meters above water level. With |
| becoming common. All you need is the wakeboard | | | | this design, it's easier to get a more efficient pull and |
| and wake-rope, and a boat to pull you along would | | | | even helps achieve better height for tricks. They're |
| probably help too. You can pick a board between 120 | | | | even save space and are convenient for mounting |
| and 150 centimeters long, and 40 to 45 centimeters | | | | speakers, racks, and lights. |
| wide. | | | | The wakeboard speakers that are on the market, |
| There are also different styles of wakeboards. | | | | attach to the tower, and can be used for your |
| Beginners are recommended to start with the longer | | | | favorite music, or to give instructions to the riders. |
| models with square edges or rails. This design | | | | Waterproof covers help to keep these speakers |
| provides more stability and is easier to maneuver. | | | | safe and functional. Lights for the tower will let you |
| However, round edge wakeboards provide easier | | | | ride even at night, which is an entirely different and |
| landing abilities and help you gain speed faster. Round | | | | exciting experience. |
| edges even give you bigger air for your tricks. You | | | | You can also pick your favorite handles, with |
| can also experiment with different fins, rockers, and | | | | comfortable rubber padding. Beginners are also |
| bindings to achieve the most comfortable board for | | | | recommended to wear helmets. Before you decide |
| your needs. | | | | to invest in wakeboarding, do some research to get |
| The bindings, which are what your feet go in, assure | | | | the best deal possible. You'll want to make sure that |
| that you maintain contact with the board at all time. | | | | the equipment you're buying matches the level you're |
| They also provide some support for your ankle and | | | | at, whether it's beginner or pro. |
| heel during landings. The ropes that you use will vary | | | | Buying products above your skill level may be |
| in length and elasticity. Average lengths are between | | | | dangerous. Also, remember that boards don't usually |
| 60 and 70 feet. | | | | come with bindings, so you'll have to buy them |
| You can buy ropes that are fixed length, or others | | | | separately. With some searching online though, you'll |
| that have adjustment loops for several operating | | | | find options that fit your budget. |
| lengths. Most riders prefer attaching their rope to a | | | | |