Random Parker Water Ski Pics

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Last year I got asked to drive the #87 boat (white outdrive Hallett Vector with a blower motor) for it's owner, Tony Maric. I think Nick Rose suggested to him that I had experience. He had previously just started showing up at the races and asked for rides, or even showed up at the Catalina race with just his ski and one of his boats and looked around to find drivers and observers. I do have many years of experience in all phases, skiing, driving and observing, so I understand the types of things he needs to learn, and patience needed for him to regain his confidence in his ability after taking a pretty fast fall a couple of years back with a team that didn't know him as a skier.

Anyway,, borrowed Alfredo Alonzi from Scotland to observe for Tony for the weekend, he normally drives but did a nice job of keeping me informed. Tony skis Men's Novice, not sure of our finishing positions, more important was the learning progress for him and that he was happy with himself.

Thank you very much! I heard of circle racing and sprints this weekend , needless to say I was/am confused. It's easier to remain interested when you understand what is going on out there, again Thank you!


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