What is wakeboarding?

Wakeboarding is a variation of water-skiing that started out in the 1990s where the wakeboard is ridden sideways on the water. The term 'wake' actually refers to the wave that is created behind the tow-boat and Wakeboarders use these waves like a ramp to launch themselves into the air while performing various manoeuvres or 'tricks' (as commonly referred to). The sport has come along way since the 90s and its popularity has surpassed all other water-ski disciplines worldwide. Its appeal is due to the fact that just about anybody of any age is able to pick up the sport; while more determined riders are driven to perform adrenaline-pumping tricks that gives the sport its extreme-action nature.