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Barefoot skiing is water skiing behind a motorboat without the use of skis, commonly referred to as "barefooting". Barefooting requires the skier to travel at higher speeds than conventional water skiing. Barefooting is known for its falls, which can be very painful.
History of Barefooting
Barefoot water skiing originated in Cypress Gardens, Florida. Dick Pope Jr., on March 6, 1947, was the first recorded person to ever barefoot, though some believe it was in fact A. G. Hancock. Regardless, this was the start to an amazing sport. By 1950, the first barefoot competition was held in Cypress Gardens. Throughout the 1950's, many other start techniques were invented including the two-ski jump out, the beach start and the deep water start. By 1961, a whole new aspect of the sport, backwards barefooting, was added by Randy Rabe by stepping off a trick ski backwards.
Meanwhile, the Australian's were developing the sport further. In March 1960, the first national competition was held in Australia, complete with 38 competitors. The Australian's were the first to develop barefoot jumping, one of the three events in modern barefoot competition, as well as pioneer many new tricks. In November 1978, the first world championships were held in Canberra, Australia, where 54 skiers competed for a total of 10 different countries. The Australian's blew away the competition with maneuvers almost unheard of. Brett Wing and Colleen Wilkinson capture the World titles for men and women, repectively.
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@NASeason Other than frozen feet from "barefooting", it was lovely. Nearly perfect actually.
patricia_eddy (patricia_eddy) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:12:41 -0000
@NASeason Other than frozen feet from "barefooting", it was lovely. Nearly perfect actually.
Just got done crepe-ing it up at the SM Promenade and barefooting the sand. LA, here I come! Today's loc hunt begins!
colorsharp (Rodo) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:57:21 -0000
Just got done crepe-ing it up at the SM Promenade and barefooting the sand. LA, here I come! Today's loc hunt begins!
Walking in high heels is easier on joints than running in running shoes? Barefooting is still the best :) http://bit.ly/8d6Jov
iheartpain (Aaron Brown) Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:26:09 -0000
Walking in high heels is easier on joints than running in running shoes? Barefooting is still the best :) http://bit.ly/8d6Jov
Barefooting in January are you crazy? http://bit.ly/8IVygn
chrispenner (Chris Penner) Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:07:36 -0000
Barefooting in January are you crazy? http://bit.ly/8IVygn
http://twitpic.com/wntdw - Barefooting down the river in BC, Canada on Jan. 3, 2010
chrispenner (Chris Penner) Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:08:03 -0000
http://twitpic.com/wntdw - Barefooting down the river in BC, Canada on Jan. 3, 2010
RT @malibuboats: Now that's a new year started right! RT @chrispenner: Barefooting down at the Fraser River this afternoon. First outing ...
rideliquid (Ride Liquid) Mon, 04 Jan 2010 16:13:22 -0000
RT @malibuboats: Now that's a new year started right! RT @chrispenner: Barefooting down at the Fraser River this afternoon. First outing ...
American Barefoot Club - Organization dedicated to the activity that provides information on competitions, events. Also features official competition rules.
Meta Description: [ The American Barefoot Club is the official governing body of barefoot water skiing in the United States. The ABC is sports division of USA Waterski. ]
Australian Barefoot Water Ski Club (NSW Division) - Find tournament schedule and results and information on training and links.
Barefoot Central - Articles, news, and reviews, barefooting information.
Meta Description: [ BarefootCentral.com is the on-line magazine and pro-shop for the sport of barefoot waterskiing. Articles, product reviews, coaching tips, contests, and more. ]
Barefoot Chris - All about barefoot water skiing in Northern Virginia.
Barefoot Waterski with Eddie Smit - Official site of Dutch Team Skier and 2000 Dutch Trick Champion. Mostly in Dutch, but does provide some information about Eddie in English, pictures and a history of barefooting.
Footer's Home Page - Features tips for beginners, forum, guestbook, and photos.
Meta Description: [ Footer's Home Page is all about water skiing and barefooting. There is nothing quite like the thrill of water rushing past the soles of your feet! Try barefooting and leave your skis on the dock! ]
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Geoff's Barefoot Water Skiing - Personal site with pictures.
NoStiks Barefoot Waterskiing - Barefoot waterskiing news, equipment reviews, boat reviews, training tips, and a photo gallery.
The Barefoot Company - Equipment for barefoot skiing, and instruction at all levels. Winter Haven FL.
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The Szwed Family Barefoot Site - Kyle, Laura and Chris are all barefoot water skiers. Laura has competed in the US Nationals since 1997. Includes family barefooting photos.
Meta Description: [ The Szwed family of barefoot water skiers. Laura, Kyle and Chris ]
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