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Water Sports Names and Terminology
There are many types of towed water sports, and they are known by many different names. The more popular
sports are wakeboarding, waterskiing, surfing, wakeskating and tubing. And there are many others. The terms
used to describe participants in towed water sports activities also vary greatly. Typical terms include rider, skier,
and wakeboarder. To keep the language in this manual straightforward, we use rider or skier to refer to a par-
ticipant in any towed water sport. The terms ski, skiing, riding, surfing or wakeboarding are used to refer to any
towed water sport.
Safety Equipment
Federal and Local laws require certain safety equipment to be onboard at all times. In addition, Responsible
boaters carry equipment in case of an emergency. Check with local boating authorities for additional require-
ments over and above the federal requirements.
Some equipment includes:
• UL-approved Marine Fire Extinguisher
• ABYC-approved Marine Mufflers with water injection
• USCG-approved Marine Flame Arrestor
• USCG-approved Engine Box Ventilation with sparkless power blower
• ABYC-approved Electric Horn sound warning device
• USCG-approved inland lighting
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Federal law also requires at least one Type I, II or III Personal Flotation Device (PFD) for each person on board or
being towed on water skis or other recreational equipment. In addition, one throwable Type IV PFD must also be
on board. As the owner, obtaining the appropriate PFDs is your responsibility. Your Supra dealer can and will be
happy to assist you.
NOTE: Requirements for coastal waters and inland waters differ. Check with the local authorities for more
information.
A smart owner will avoid potential problems on an outing by having additional equipment on board. Normally,
this equipment is dependent on the body of water and the length of the trip. We suggest the following—as a
minimum. Your Supra dealer can also assist you with additional recommendations.
• An anchor with at least 75 feet of line
• A manual bailing device for removing water
• A combination oar/boat hook
• A day-and-night visual distress signal
• A first aid kit and manual
• An airway breathing tube
• A waterproof flashlight
• A set of local navigation charts
• Mooring lines and fenders
• Extra engine oil
• A tool kit
• A portable AM/FM radio or weather radio
• VHF hand held marine radio
• Cell Phone
Boating-related accidents are generally
caused by the operator's failure to follow basic safety
rules or written precautions. Most accidents can be
avoided if the operator is completely familiar with the
boat, its operation, and can recognize potentially haz-
ardous situations before an accident occurs.
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