Homemade water ski, c. 1960s

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Datec. 1960CreatorJim LimbertDimensionsLength: 419.1 Width: 41.91Accession Number14.662Access AdviceThis record may not have been reviewed, and information may be inaccurate or incomplete. We are digitising our collections, adding images and improving metadata all the time. Last edited by: Andrew Long

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Home-made water skis

Thought to be first handmade skis in Coffs Harbour c. 1960. Wood, rubber and metal construction.

Description

Homemade water ski. The front end curves slightly upward, and has a plastic disc screwed onto it. The rear foothold consists of a heel rest and a strap which covers the foot, made of wood and thick leather. The front foothold is no longer attached. There is a single aluminium fin on the underside of the ski.

CollectionPermanent ExhibitionYAM Museum CollectionAgencyYarrila Arts & Museum (YAM)Exhibition HistoryPermanent ExhibitionCoffs Harbour Regional Museum Permanent Exhibition