How to wakesled

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How to wakesled SIMPLE STEPS TO ENJOYING THE NEW SPORT THAT MIGHT SWEEP SOME PART OF A LAKE FOR A COUPLE HOURS SOME DAY

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As far as we know, a new sport was invented 8/6/14 at Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia. We thought a how-to was in order.

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How to wakesledSIMPLE STEPS TO ENJOYING THE NEW SPORT THAT MIGHT SWEEP SOME PART OF A LAKE FOR A COUPLE HOURS SOME DAY

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1. Mount sled in the ready position

Note: use of Paris brand sleds highly recommended, as these have been instrumental in all sledding actions known to be legendary.

TIPS

Note hand position, grasping tow rope on opposite side of sled

Feignconfidence

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Note: beginning in a sitting position doesn’t work

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Also, not a recommended approach

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2. As boat accelerates slowly, maintain position until skimming

TIPS

Ensure front of sled is well above water, or it may submarine

Your view may be obscured

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3. Claw your way up the sled to get your hands above water

TIP

Bruising will ensue

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Warning: do not progress too quickly

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4. Make your move to a kneeling position

TIP

It’s tippy

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Final tipsDetermination is essential There is no shame in fear

Please Tweet pics of your wake sledding using #wakesled and/or to @cpmerrigan