I'm a lifelong skier and longtime boat owner. I barefoot and slalom a couple times/week at home on a river near my house behind a Mastercraft.
We have a family cabin in the central U.P. that is shallow lake with no public landing and "beach launch" only. Now that we're empty nesters and spending more time there, I need to scratch my ski and go fast itch.
I've come close to buying various Checkmate boats over the years as I've had a liking from them from when I was a kid in the 70s, seeing them on the water.
I am the new owner of a 1985 Sport Fire with a 115hp Tower of Power. I am now starting to dig into history of Checkmate, the boats, the builds, restoration and upkeep, etc.....hence why I'm now on this forum!
We have a family cabin in the central U.P. that is shallow lake with no public landing and "beach launch" only. Now that we're empty nesters and spending more time there, I need to scratch my ski and go fast itch.
I've come close to buying various Checkmate boats over the years as I've had a liking from them from when I was a kid in the 70s, seeing them on the water.
I am the new owner of a 1985 Sport Fire with a 115hp Tower of Power. I am now starting to dig into history of Checkmate, the boats, the builds, restoration and upkeep, etc.....hence why I'm now on this forum!
Welcome to the Forum. That Sportfire should be a great boat for both Slaloming and Footing. The shape of the hull should give you a softer, flatter wake which is great for Barefooting. Especially if use a 100' line. Best of luck and hope you enjoy you new purchase. Jim