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Old 09-24-2008, 05:25 PM
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The one in the video had handlebars like a bicycle and the rider stood facing front, and jumping up and down was the method of propulsion. Would be a good cross trainer for skiing. It was a little bulky though, but would be good to have if you lived on a lake. Seems like you would need flat water to be effective.

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Yes, that is his main design, then they called it the Aqua Skipper.


http://www.jumpusa.com/aquaskipper.html

The foil board setup shown above must have been a quick inspiration.
Haven't seen it since. With a better board attachment it might even work.
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