Monday, Nov. 29, 2004

Daredevil's Delight

Solo Personal Ski Machine
Inventor: Solo Watersports
Availability: Now, $10,995
To Learn More: solowatersports.com

If you love water skiing but hate waiting your turn or finding someone to drive the boat, the Solo may be just what you need. This unmanned, 8-ft.-long fiber-glass boat lets you ski by yourself. All controls are on the tow handle, including acceleration, turning and a stop-start button. For added safety, the kill switch is activated when you drop the handle. Legal in 40 states (see website for information), the Solo goes up to 40 m.p.h.