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Wakeboarding, kneeboarding -- what's the difference? Is one generally "better" or more fun than the other? What about for kids? Which one's the better option for getting your little ones...
Wakeboard bindings have evolved to offer loads of different configurations. We've covered some of those key specs (read about them here!). But the biggest decision riders have to make is...
Maybe you've read our tips for better wakesurfing. Maybe you're trying to up your game -- or you're just shopping for your first board. Which kind of board should you...
Wakesurfing frees you from the tow ropes of wakeboarding, letting you carve and control your ride along the wake more easily. But you also tend to ride more slowly when...
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When we covered types of life jackets and their ratings, we made the important distinction between competition vests and Coast Guard-approved (CGA) life jackets. And this distinction is important: CGA...
Bought your first hardshell kayak? Or maybe you went with an inflatable kayak. Either way -- congratulations! Kayaking is a great way to get outdoors and enjoy nature. But to...
Ready to set up your RAVE Sports water trampoline? Getting it right is important -- lest you wind up with a potential puncture, or unsafe trampoline. Here's how to do...
We covered how to pick a life jacket based on buoyancy ratings and jacket type. Safety ratings are the most important aspect of a life jacket, but so is fit...
Wakesurfing is an exhilarating water sport that combines the excitement of surfing with the thrill of riding behind a boat. Whether you're a seasoned water sports enthusiast or a complete...
Wake skating is to wakeboarding what skateboarding is to longboarding: You make use of a smaller, lighter, more maneuverable board while being towed in the wake. But there's a lot...
An anchor rope, also known as an anchor line, is an essential tool for any boater navigating the waters. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely day on the lake or embarking...
The warm weather's here! You're ready to rip the tarp off the pontoon boat, and hit the lake. But wait! Your boat's been sitting for a few months -- maybe...
Ready to get your little grom riding in the wakes? You've gotta pick out the right kid's wakeboard. That means picking a board with the right size, and picking a board...
We've covered some hydrofoil sports -- specifically wake foiling and foil surfing. But there's yet another way to enjoy hydrfoiling (shown above, with ski legend Tony Klarich performing some aerial...