There comes a time in every child's life when they are no longer allowed to simply observe from the boat. Time to throw 'em in the deep end! The Obrien Simple Trainer makes that transition much easier, for both you and your little one. Teaching your kids to ski has never been easier - they'll love the soft, cushy, unintimidating setup. One end of the rope is connected to the trainer while the opposite end is reserved for an adult to hold from the boat. The Simple Trainer planes easy at slows speeds, so you can even get your youngster going while running down the beach.