After comparing many of the best kid’s water skis, I found that children loved the O’Brien Scout ECO Kids Trainer Skis the most. I’ve got children of my own, who have experienced many best-selling skis for their age group. With their help, I’m going to compare the O’Brien Scout ECO Kids Ski’s weight, material, stability, safety, and more. There are countless kids skis to choose from, and the one your child will have the best experience with will depend on various factors; keep reading to discover whether the O’Brien Scout ECO Kids Trainer Water Skis are for you.
Specs and Features
- Binding: Sports
- Package Height: 7 x 7 x 48 inches
- Shipping Weight: 13 pounds
- Sport Type: water-sports
- Length – 46″
- Weight Range up to 85lbs
- Material: wood
PROS
- Made with lightweight bamboo construction
- Stabilizer bar and trainer rope holds skis together
- Trainer Rope w/EVA Handle
- Economical; fit for users on a budget
- Ideal for intermediate level users
- Attractive color and design
- Comparatively higher max. weight range
CONS
- Wooden structure may damage sooner than expected
- Not resistant to mildew and mold
Stabilizer Bar and Training Ropes
Addressing the less developed skills and to assure the safety of children, the ski comes with a stabilizer bar and training ropes. Although the stabilizer bar is detachable to separate the skis, it is best to keep it attached so that the child can enjoy the sport like a pro.
The rope can easily connect to the bar, and its handle can be held by someone on the boat. Hence a parent and child both can have an exciting session of water sport. It is safer than many other boars available in the market.
Lightweight Bamboo Construction
The Scout ECO Kids Trainer Water Skis features a light weight bamboo construction. Being light in weight, the board floats on water much more easily and remains stable. It can easily board the children of a weight range of approx. 85 lbs. this range is higher than most other boards offer.
Also, not many boards come in this price range, so it is economical, and fit users even on a lower budget. The board is ideally designed for beginner to intermediate level users, and will not suit professional users. It is available in two colors, red and blue, and features a sleek and appealing design.
Other: Rave Kids Water Ski Trainers Review.
The Verdict
Although the O’Brien Scout ECO Kids Trainer Water Skis Review may be light in weight and constructed out of wood, it is reported that the ski board is not much durable. Current users have reported that the structures become out of form within 6 months and it’s not resistant to moth and mildew and is prone to damage.
It may be a god item for short term use, but it cannot last much long. Therefore, we encourage our readers to read other reviews as well. Also, conduct a thorough market survey before making a final purchase.
