WATER SKIS FOR KIDS

So, you want to teach your kids to water-ski? Good for you. You can ski behind almost any kind of boat. Plus, it’s a healthy, fun activity that the entire family can enjoy together. Here’s what you should look for when outfitting your boat to ski with kids. —Kevin Falvey

TRAINER SKIS

Training skis are connected at the tips by a bar, rod or length of line. This helps prevent the skis from splaying, making it easier for youngsters to get “up.” Radar Fireball training skis ($140, radarskis.com) come with a training rope and markers, allowing kids to take a personal interest in their equipment.

TRAINER PLATFORM

O’Brien’s Platform Trainer Water Ski ($130, obrien.com) provides a leg up for student skiers weighing up to 85 pounds. Its broad planing surface, combined with the fact that its one-piece construction is easier