Connelly Shortline vs Big Daddy Slalom Water Ski Review

Connelly Shortline Vs Big Daddy Slalom Water Ski Review

Slalom skis can have different shapes, sizes, and compositions, but all have a front binding to hold the skier in and a rear binding – made of flexible material – that helps the turn at the buoys and puts the ski on edge across the wake. Choosing the ideal slalom ski for you is not an easy task. We will show you a comparative review between two of the best Connelly slalom skis for beginners, the Connelly Shortline and Connelly Big Daddy.

Connelly Shortline Slalom Water Ski 2022

Connelly Shortline Slalom Water Ski 2022

Reinforced Composite Construction

High Glass UV Coat

Connelly Tracking System

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The 2022 Connelly Shortline is another reason to fall into the skiing love. It has a reinforced composite construction and a high gloss UV coat that adds to its durability. This Connelly Shortline ski is considered the ideal pick for beginners or intermediate. Equipped with wide tunnels, this ski offers an increased balancing that a rider may require in the early stage of learning skiing.

• Ski Size (in) 67 | Most weights | One size binding fits most

Connelly Shortline Slalom Water Ski 2021

Connelly 2021 Shortline Slalom Ski

Reinforced composite construction that allows beginners to ski confidently

Connelly Tracking System

RTS bindings

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The Shortline has a wide shape with a fiberglass structure that provides balance and ease during water starts. This 67” water ski allows for a smooth ride at speeds of 28 mph and below, plus it supports most skier weights, being one of the most versatile and efficient skis in the Connelly catalog.

• Ski Size (in) 67 | Most weights | One size binding fits most

Pros

• Eye-catching design
• Extra surface area
• High stability
• Reinforcement rods
• High gloss finish
• Swerve with RTS bindings

Key Features

• Build Quality

This recreational slalom ski features a compression molded foam core covered in fiberglass layers that undergoes an intensive construction process to form its concave base. Connelly Shortline is equipped with reinforcing rods that give it more toughness and help to get a better slalom performance.

• Design

The Shortline stands out because of its wide surface area that helps you pop out of the water. Its shape helps in curved turns and provides the skier with a high stability level. The red geometric pattern of lines and shapes gives it a sporty and sophisticated look that stands out with its high-gloss UV coating.

• Bindings

The Shortline is crafted for swerve front adjustable foot restraint bindings. Being made of EVA with a Lycra-lined floating toe, it fits various foot sizes due to its adjustment laces. It also includes a rear open toe binding. It’s a comfortable and flexible binding system that fits easily to your feet.

Connelly Shortline Slalom Water Ski 2019

The 2019 Shortline offers the C.T.S. Connelly’s own technology. The previous version also has reinforcement rods for greater performance and control, but with integrated Front Adjust Velcro bindings, with R.T.S. for greater maneuverability. The design has more pronounced stripes, giving a slightly kinetic image to this fiberglass ski.

• Ski Size (in) 67 | Most weights | One size binding fits most

Pros

• Eye-catching design
• Extra surface area
• Reinforcement rods
• Front Adjust Velcro bindings with RTS