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About this Skier
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Name:
Mike J Salber |
Nickname:
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Hails From:
Clermont, Florida United States | |
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Interview
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What got you into barefooting?
I wanted the maximum challenge in Water-skiing
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How did you learn to barefoot?
Taught myself with 16 Foot Aluminum Boat. Had a 65 hp motor that would go about 34 mgh. I only weighted 100lbs so that was fast enough.
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Who was your first barefoot instructor?
I'll let you know when I find one.
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Tell us about your first tournament
It was the Wichita River Festival. about 1985. I got second in Mens II. I think I got first in jumping. I was so excited to show all my buddies my trophy I spead out to the lake where all my friends were camping out. While en route I got a speeding ticket.
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How did you feel the first time you barefooted?
It was as if I sprouted wings and had my first flight.
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Why do you continue to barefoot?
Thats a good question?
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Who has inspired you in this sport?
Lots of people. But Mike Holt has been the best training partner anyone could ever have.
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Have you held any World Records?
Just National
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Have you won any medals at a world championship?
Several silvers. 3 or 4 Team Gold. This last year I won the SR. Mens World Tricks Gold. and finally after many years of trying the Overall Sr. Mens World Championship Gold Medal.
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What skiers have you enjoyed watching and why?
The list is too many. But I can tell you I enjoy watching the kids PB's and all the advancements that skiers make.
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How often do you train ski?
Well for the last Worlds about 5 Times a week for 4 months prior to the comp. Right now I am recovering from shoulder surgery and don't know if I'll be skiing much anymore. The Dr. told my wife when I was in recovery that it looked like a grenade went off in my shoulder and he didn't know if I should ever ski again.
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What do you do for a living?
Firefighter/Paramedic
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When did you first start barefooting?
1984
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What is your Personal Best Score in Wakes?
17
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and what year
2008
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What is your Personal Best Score in Tricks?
6050
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and what year
2008
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What is your Personal Best Score in Jumping?
72?
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