Photos More photos from Eddie Simmons who's eyes are still store from staring through the view finder of his digital camera. Show skiing combines nearly every type of water skiing and blends it with theme, dialogue, choreography and showmanship into an entertainment form like no other. The following photos capture the excitement and engery found in a show. Perhaps the ulitmate expression of teamwork, pyramids combine driving and skiing prowess, timing and incredible confidence.
Pyramids are without a doubt the most easily recognized act in show skiing.
Doubles Taking a cue from ice skating, show ski strap doubles combine discipline, coordination and showmanship. Properly executed, a flawless doubles routine can bring an audience of 2,000 to its feet. Ballet Timing personified. Ballet acts showcase incredible precision and talent. In a little more than two years, the average number of skiers in a ballet act has soared from five to 15 to more than 20.