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As for Radar bindings attaching to a Connelly ski, you should be good to go. I referenced the following topic before purchasing Radar Vector bindings for my HO ski. They fit great. Do Connelly Bindings Fit on Radar Skis Check out the comment from @ricski39 .

Thanks for the suggestions! @foxriverat There's a good chance I book a lesson up near Champaign. @klindy I'll see what I can find about Paducah. I've driven past that lake many times while trying to split my attention between the interstate and the skiing. I've found the Kentucky Lake Ski Nuts facebook page in the past, so I'll see if they're still out there. Don't hesitate to keep the suggestions coming for additional options.

First off, to the people posting on this site, Thank You! BoS is a terrific resource for people like me, long-time free skiers who are looking to improve their skills, try the course, and learn more about the gear along the way. Two weeks ago, a neighbor of my relatives kindly offered to pull me behind his Mastercraft, which was my first experience being pulled by an actual ski boat. It was incredible--despite my form. He later mentioned a couple of course options in Southern Illinois, but I didn't press him for details. I've never skied a course, but I've been itching to try it for the past few years. However, I don't know of any clubs or courses within a couple of hours of my home. (I did find a club near Edwardsville, IL on usawaterski.org so that may be a possibility.) I've also turned up club names from 10+ years ago (Little Egypt Water Ski Club and DuQuoin Waterski Club). I live about 1-1/2 hrs west of Evansville, IN, and I'd gladly drive there as well. I'd also expect to pay a club fee or pull fee, but I'm really not sure how this usually works. Can anyone point me in the right direction?

Thanks for your feedback @BraceMaker and @Connelly_Skis_Inc. Both the retailer and Connelly support were very helpful. Connelly support confirmed the spacing should be 11” between front & rear holes (so the inserts on the ski are correct). At some point, I may get a different RTP or boot, so I’m good to go with insert spacing. To make the easy fix, I grinded the RTP hole, and it didn’t take much, makes me wonder if the plastic plate may have expanded after shipping. Either way, the ski is ready to rip!

Yes, thanks BraceMaker. Grinding is definitely an option. I've been in touch with the retailer and Connelly, so I'm expecting a resolution shortly.

I recently purchased a Connelly V, which shipped with a front boot and a rear toe plate. However, the hole spacing on the RTP is slightly off from the hole spacing on the ski, making the RTP unmountable without drilling it out. I’ve contacted the retailer (no word back yet), but I’m mainly interested in knowing which item is out of spec. The rear holes on the ski are 11” on center (from front to back). The hole spacing on the RTP are slightly more than 11-1/16” on center. I’m hoping the RTP is off, but would be kind of surprised if that was the case due to the molding process (but that’s a bit of a tangent). Either way, the ski looks great and I can’t wait to get it out on the water! Can anyone tell me the actual spacing for these holes?