MaryTee Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I'm 61 and didn't even start until I was 48. I have no intentions of stopping...ever. I will never get into shorter line lengths, but I guarantee that I am having just as much fun as you short line guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckyone Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 I'm 55 and drive now more than I ski ,mainly because of M S ,but sometimes I just can't resist and still almost run some passes,thank god for the air chair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Edbrazil Posted March 30, 2015 Baller Share Posted March 30, 2015 Still hoping to see evidence of someone skiing at 100+. Won't be me anytime soon, as I'd have to wait until 2042. However, in the snow skiing department, Jackrabbit Johannsen (1875--1987) skied past age 100. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldjeep Posted March 30, 2015 Baller Share Posted March 30, 2015 @Edbrazil there is a 100 year old still racing nastar. http://www.nastar.com/articles/100-year-old-skier-lou-batori-pushing-nastars-age-limits Old article. He was skiing at least until 103. Can't find anything for this year. Edit 104 and still going http://www.explorebenzie.com/crystal-mountain-ski-photos/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted April 2, 2015 Baller_ Share Posted April 2, 2015 I am 58. Typically, I ski daily May through Mid October, one set, eight to ten passes. I plan to ski every day and get enough rest days due to weather. With a break from 1982 to 1989, I've skied since I was 12 and competed since I was 14. I spent this winter in Florida but didn't ski that much for health reasons. Next winter, I plan on splitting my time about 50/50 between Florida and home in northern NY, getting to water ski and snow ski all winter. Snow skiing (tele) is a big part of my winter water ski fitness program. Water skiing is a big part of my summer snow skiing fitness program. Should work out perfectly. Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andre Posted April 3, 2015 Baller Share Posted April 3, 2015 @lpskier So you'll be designated driver next week? How much would it cost in beer so that Scott don't run his 32 off ? My ski finish in 16.95 but my ass is out of tolerance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted April 3, 2015 Baller_ Share Posted April 3, 2015 @Andre Has he tried C3+? Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller eddie_roberts_jr Posted April 3, 2015 Baller Share Posted April 3, 2015 My dad was still skiing at 93 with 2 artificial knees and 1 artificial hip and passed away sleeping in his rocking chair right after having his boat de-winterized. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Bruce_Butterfield Posted April 3, 2015 Baller_ Share Posted April 3, 2015 @eddie_roberts_jr that's the best way to win the great game of life! I hope we all go that way. If it was easy, they would call it Wakeboarding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller griff1008 Posted April 4, 2015 Baller Share Posted April 4, 2015 Hi guys and girls. I'm a long time lurker but not a poster. I started skiing in 1999. Started slalom/buoys in 2004. Skied my first "C" class tournament in 2005. Went to my first (and only yet) Nationals in 2010. I am 59 years old and skiing tournaments for my 10th season this year with hope to qualify for Nationals again. M5 is a tough group of long time skiers, but I have fun skiing against my own scores. Griff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmccracken Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 Age is just a number, training hard, eat well, and work your technique. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmccracken Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 61 years old and going strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LeonL Posted November 12, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 12, 2017 70 and skiing at essentially mandated max speed of 30. Tough to get used to but, (I know practice doesn't count) I've run 2.5@38 this fall in practice. At my age it seems every few month I can notice a difference. Normal 5 months off for winter may spell problems. Have to see what spring holds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member wski1831 Posted November 12, 2017 Supporting Member Share Posted November 12, 2017 I think he's 88 now still skis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dbutcher Posted November 12, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 12, 2017 There is a gentleman in Texas who three events at age 88 or 89. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ScottScott Posted November 12, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 12, 2017 Having really just started 3 or 4 years ago, barely before I was 50 (now 52,) I hope there are plenty of years of skiing and PBs ahead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Sivota Posted November 12, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 12, 2017 There is plenty of inspiration on BoS. Here is some more - you don't need to watch it all to be inspired: Great love and support goes a very long way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogboy Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 61, and still progressing upward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgreg Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 Quote "Age is just a number, training hard, eat well, and work your technique". I like that, 66 here and still enjoy footing. Couple yrs back bought my boat from a 78 yo course skier, asked him why he was selling it, and his response was, well, I just bought a brand new SN200! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller bananaron Posted November 13, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 13, 2017 Soon I will be 70 and still barefoot and slalom like I did when I was much younger.Knees and back are getting older however still ski at 36 and loving every run I make.I try to ski 2 times a day and would ski more often If I had drivers.I skied this yr till the 19th of october and had to stop due selling my boat and my dock guy was coming to take the lift and docks out.Plan to keep on going till I tip over and can't get up!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller thager Posted November 13, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 13, 2017 I am 16 and dyslexic. I hope to ski until I pop up. 10 out of 7 skiers feel the same way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller oldmanskier Posted November 13, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 13, 2017 I am almost 64 and been skiing since 1974 and skiing the course since 1977. My main ski partner is 74 and is in much better shape than me and is the best technical skier in the club. He Runs 35 off at 32 mph on good days. Very seldom misses 28 or 32 off at 32 mph. I plan on skiing as long as possible. Looking forward to 2018 ski season. Oldmanskier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller JAG Posted November 13, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 13, 2017 "you only get old when you stop doing the things that keep you young" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller S1Pitts Posted November 13, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 13, 2017 The power of ski is an amazing thing. It will no doubt be a sad day for me when I can no longer participate in this sport. 58 and going strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skifrk Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 58. Never Give Up. Of course, Winston didn't ski. But he didn't have Ibuprofen either! :wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller gsm_peter Posted November 13, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 13, 2017 I was 53 the first time I saw a slalom corse and a real ski boat. 59 now. PB 4@34mph and 660 points trick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Nando Posted November 13, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 13, 2017 A few years ago, someone asked one of the local guys if he played golf. He responded, "I'll start playing golf when I'm too old to ski". "How old are you now?", he was asked. "I'm 88", he replied. Sadly he passed away last year at 93, but he skied to the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller chris55 Posted November 13, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 13, 2017 I started to slalom 3 years ago at 28mph and this year, I am 61, I just ran 1 at 34mph 15off in a tournament and I did ran the 6 buoys on training. And I will improve......no way I am stoping ......going strong next season !!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted November 20, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 20, 2017 This is my new favorite thread. I just turned 61 and have MANY good years of skiing ahead. Grew up skiing as a kid but then had a 35 year break. 12 years ago bought a house on a lake here in Arkansas and started again. Just picked up a portable course and looking forward to many good years yet, God willing. Only advice is if you're at risk of losing it let go of the handle. Don't try and power though like the old days. Ski again tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Rich Posted November 20, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 20, 2017 I'm 60, I've been skiing since 4 & competing since 14. I took a break in my early 20's to 31 or so to start a business, so I could afford to ski. I've been skiing ever since I just broke my ankle pretty severely this season, hitting a buoy in a tournament in July. I'm working hard to ski again by Feb. I do Bikram Yoga 5-6 days a week, Lift weigts 1-2 days per week, Ski 4-5 days per week. I run 38. I haven't gotten better past about 51-52 but I haven't regressed yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted November 21, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 21, 2017 @Rich - my hero Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dvskier Posted November 21, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 21, 2017 I'm 71, still skiing. Keep moving or rust, the choice is yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tdub Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 67 and still love this sport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Jody_Seal Posted November 21, 2017 Baller_ Share Posted November 21, 2017 big age groups in AWSA is men 5,6 and 7! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Edbrazil Posted November 21, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 21, 2017 Age 75. Too many years of jumping, mostly at 6 ft. 2 fake hips and a bad back. Just doing well to get around. BUT: I may get something called a "spinal stimulator", so I haven't given up permanently, even though last time on the water was about 3 years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller sheskis7 Posted November 21, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 21, 2017 Age 69, Female. Been skiing since the age of 10, started 3 event skiing in 61, 1st nationals in 1962. Haven't missed a year of skiing tournaments yet. Have never missed a year of jumping 56 years. Can anyone beat that. Have no plans to quit any time soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Cent Posted November 21, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 21, 2017 I am 72 still skiing. My wife is 70 also still skiing. She got a new D3 ARC last year. I got a new Goode the year before. We got a Carbon Pro 6.0 last year. Obviously we feel we have more years to ski. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixball Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 66 and don't see skiing coming to an end. We don't have a course anymore ( Thanks DNR) but love getting better not just skiing! I run at 35 off @ 36 just because it feels good and is fun! I do know how humbling a course is but I know if I had one I could give many a ran after a few months to get timing back. The newer boats and skis are amazing. They can mack a super old fart!!!!!!!!!!! Ya HOOOOOOOOOOOOooooooooooooooooooooo! Crap now that the season has ended I have moved back to the mechanical equipment to keep tuned up and that just does not make me smile like an hour or two behind a good boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller FSSPCat Posted November 23, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 23, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted November 24, 2017 Baller_ Share Posted November 24, 2017 Old jumpers never die, they just fly off the handle. Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Rich Posted November 25, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 25, 2017 Check this out, how far the sport has come. KLP was an old man at 34 according to the commentator. I think this might have been KLP's last tour victory. go up to about 15.00; Big crowds, skiing in 3 feet of water, big cross wind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Nando Posted November 26, 2017 Baller Share Posted November 26, 2017 Wow, @Rich, that brings back memories. When you say big crosswind, it was like 40 MPH from the northwest, totally unprotected. It was also cold- like 70 degrees. This after a perfect week of prep. Water depth was like 3' on the west side of the course and 60' on the east, which made it ski kind of weird. Watch the skis bounce in the rough water. It was nasty. To your point, it's pretty amazing that KLP can match his performances from 30 years ago. That was also, I believe, Geoff Carrington's last competitive jump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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