First-time jet skiers often find it hard to keep the jet ski straight, but this is easy to correct. Some riders stare at the handlebars or the water just in front of the jet ski. Rather try to lift your head and stare off in the distance of your riding area and keep an eye out for other jet ski riders, boaters, and docks. This will help you drive straight and enjoy your outing more. If you keep struggling, choose a stationary target on land and steer directly toward it.
Use Your Throttle
Jet skis have a water jet that shoots out the back and makes the machine go forward. There is no rudder, so the jet moves side to side to steer. So, when you slow down or ease up on the throttle, it gets harder to steer especially when riding in rough water, and you can end up falling off. If you need to avoid a collision or boating accident, don’t take your finger off the throttle but keep your speed up and steer away from the danger.
Reboard Your Jet Ski
If you happen to fall off your jet ski, there is a method to getting back on. Always reboard from the back of the machine. Reach up to the handle behind the seat and pull yourself out of the water onto the back deck. If you try to board from the side, the jet ski might flip. Just relax in the water, think about how to get back on board, and then slowly climb back on.
Loosen Your Grip
Many first-time riders complain that their hands get tired or their shoulders get sore. This is often because they try to hold on too tightly. Try to lean forward slightly and relax your grip while keeping your elbows slightly bent. This will allow you to ride for longer without getting tired. Just don’t lean too far forward, so you don’t hit your chin or nose on the handlebar.
Be a Good Passenger
It is one thing to be a good driver, but there is a good way to be a responsible and comfortable passenger too when you are on a bigger jet ski. A good way to stay on is to hold firmly to the driver’s waist or the back of their life jacket. Just don’t hold on so tight that you make it difficult (or even impossible) for the operator are to steer the jet ski. Keep your body as loose as possible instead of being so stiff.
Enjoy the Jet Ski
When you arrange a Boatsetter rental with a jet ski, you may want to stand up on the machine. However, this will make controlling the jet ski much more difficult and increase your chances of falling. Driving from a standing position is only something to try after you become an intermediate or expert rider.
