The Golden Age of Waterskiing

The Golden Age of Waterskiing
Author: Kevin Desmond
Publisher: Motorbooks International
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2001-08
Genre: Water skiing
ISBN: 0760311919


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Break out the suntan oil and wax the skis for this nostalgic look back at one of America's favorite summertime staples! From the first intrepid weekend warriors to strap on their snow skis and lash a length of rope to the back of their buddies' boats through the fabulous resort-town waterski shows of the 1950s and '60s, this comprehensive history features a wealth of evocative period photography in both color and black-and-white. Special focus is given to the development of equipment from the turm of the century to the 1960s, the rise of competitive skiing and waterskiing as entertainment.


The Golden Age of Waterskiing
Language: en
Pages: 130
Authors: Kevin Desmond
Categories: Water skiing
Type: BOOK - Published: 2001-08 - Publisher: Motorbooks International

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Break out the suntan oil and wax the skis for this nostalgic look back at one of America's favorite summertime staples! From the first intrepid weekend warriors
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