examples of skis [2]![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Water skiing can be done on two skis (twin skis and jump skis) or on one ski (figures and slalom).
tail ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Rear end of the ski.
slalom ski ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Single ski with two bindings and a tapered rounded tail; it has a long fin to provide stability during tight turns.
back binding ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Device that keeps the back foot in place on the ski; it is often identical to the front binding but can also be a simple toe strap.
front binding ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Device that keeps the front foot in place on the ski; it is usually shaped like a boot and made of natural or synthetic rubber.
jump skis ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Very sturdy skis that are longer and wider than other types of skis; they provide the stability necessary for performing jumps from a jump ramp.