Wakeboaring on low hp

[aaxaa2]

I saw some water skiing / wakeboarding behind a low hp outboards ( 10 or 15 HP)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7bKBDBpGsY&NR=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ewhsgg1hong&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuYIWE1VkaM

Was thinking about getting a 10 HP outboard for a Porta Bote to try wake boarding at noob level/ pleasure .

wake boarder weight = 178 lb
porta bote = 70 lb
person in boat = 135 lb

has anyone had any experience with low hp wb ?
or any thoughts/opinios ?

 

[75TowerOfPower]

Re: Wakeboaring on low hp

Yeah it will be hard, notice how small everyone is in there. Plus that wasn't water skiing and if you don't have much experience its going to be tough.

You can try it but don't be suprised if it doesn't happen.

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: Wakeboaring on low hp

Stupid idea. Overpowering the boat is very unsafe for that model and any extra stress .....such as a tow rope will destroy the boat.

Not the best idea I have read.

 

[BoatNoobie]

Re: Wakeboaring on low hp

i dont know about your state, but in WA, you need a spotter in the boat too, to watch the person being pulled.

 

[Lincoln7]

Re: Wakeboaring on low hp

Virginia law states you must have a spotter or wear a PFD. We never skied without both growing up, though. I'm thinking doing a deep start is going to be the real issue. As long as you don't fall, it may work. Good luck!