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WATERSKI MagazineConnelly Big Daddy
Size (sq. in.): 550
Price range*: $330-$395
Deepwater start: A+
Tracking ability: A
Overall stability: A
Test notes: This is ConnellyUs more functional versoin of the Big Easy. Instead of carrying to the dock a ski the width of large door, the big-boned slalom skier can now sport the Big Daddy. Great for cruising around the lake in comfort Q mostly on a flat ski Q without expending a lot of energy in the turns.><connelly Mid LX
Size (sq. in.): 400
Price range*: $385-$520
Deepwater start: A+
Tracking ability: A
Overall stability: A
Test notes: The sister of the Mid-SX will equally benefit the beginning to intermediate-level female skier who wants a smooth, comfortable ride without much effort. One of the best skis for a beginning female looking for an easy deepwater start.><connelly Mid SX
Size (sq. in.): 450
Price range*: $385-$520
Deepwater start: A+
Tracking ability: A
Overall stability: A
Test notes: Probably the best ski for helping the beginning slalom skier with his or her first deepwater start. Great overall stability. A great buy for the weekend warrior who is starting to produce long, carving turns.><oubrien Freecarve
Length (in.): 61
Price range*: $210-$230
Deepwater start: A-
Tracking ability: B+
Overall stability: B
Test notes: The Freecarve is an affordable way to get a beginner started. Once you progress and start turning harder youUll want the OUBrien Synchro, which has better edge control and hold in the turns.><rif your just getting started, why struggle with a ski
designed for shortline skiing. You could probably have more fun Q and ski longer during each set Q if you were riding a shaped ski. S><waterSki
# www.waterskimag.com><before you buy With all the different types of slaloms that are currently available, how do you know whatUs right for you? First, you need to make an honest evaluation of your current skills and decide what you want to accomplish. For example, if you free ski in the open water and mostly ride on a flat ski, then why struggle with an advanced ride when you could be cruising around the lake in comfort on a wide ride? Or, if youUre just learning the course you might think twice before trying to cut on a pencil-thin slalom when shaped rides are available. We created four classifications of slaloms to make the comparisons of test data fair and easy Q Recreational Shaped Rides, Shaped Rides, Traditional Rides and Advanced Traditional Rides. Find where you honestly belong, then start shopping.
