This 10-minute waterskiing film produced in the 1940s provides a glimpse into the world of watersports nearly 80 years ago.

I, for one, had no idea that people use to hydroplane on large slabs of wood as a substitute to traditional water skis 😆

Are these the good ole days of watersports? No DNR, no life vests, no wakeboard boats with extremely obnoxious music, and no care in the world?

Aquaplay (16mm 1940s)

I’ll take it all except the misogynistic commentary from the narrator…

Matt Lorelli is a dedicated ski enthusiast and prolific writer whose passion for snow sports shines through in every piece. Originally from Middletown, Delaware, Matt's love for skiing blossomed during...