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Intermediate Shape Skis:  The models in this group may not be fire-breathing, buoy-conquering, pure-bred, top-of-the-line skis, but they are sure a lot of fun. With dimensions that fall between the Wide skis and the Performance skis, these skis are easy and stable to ride, yet still provide enough performance to put a grin on anyone's face.

HO Mach 1 (66", 68" and 70"): The Mach 1 is a classic lake cruiser. For the beginner to intermediate skiers, who wants a comfortable and easy ride, the Mach 1 is in a league of its own. The Mach 1 is the mature and laid back member of the HO family of recreational skis. It does not turn as hard or fast as the other skis in this class and that is the way we like it.

  "This ski is comfortable everywhere. My Favorite of the Group" TA

HO Triumph (65", 67", 69" and 71"): The Triumph is a blend of high end performance and intermediate stability. Not only is this ski an easy choice for learning to get out of the water, but it is also a top performer. This ski requires a little more technique than the other skis in the group but it offers a lot of performance in return.

  "This is the ski I would pick if I was teaching someone to run the course." BNH
  "It is a ski I would give to a novice class slalom skier." TA
  "I really enjoyed this ski. I want to get one." CV

HO Siren (63", 65"): The Siren is a lady's version of the Triumph.

  "I would recommend it for a beginner." JL
  "Very  stable. Good for jumping the wakes." JW
  "Very smooth, but turns slow." DG

HO Comp Freeride (65" Venture, 67" Burner, 69" Charger and 71" Magnum): The Comp Freeride is very user friendly and fun to ride. This ski turns faster and harder then the other skis in the group. For a less experienced skier the Comp Freeride will throw up buckets of spray with ease.

  "Good aggressive turns & good wake crossings. This ski is on a rail." MM
  "This ski wants to turn and burn!" BNH
  "Less stable then the Triumph." CV
  "Has a good balance. Does everything well." TA

O'Brien Synchro (63.0", 66.0", 69.0"): The Synchro does everything. It is appropriate for first time skiers and is also a perfect ski for learning the slalom course. The range of this ski's appeal can not be understated. Jump the wakes, rip a big turn or work on the slalom course; this is the ski for all those things.  The Synchro was clearly the team's favorite ski of the test weekend.

  "I Love this ski." JL
  "Easy to ride and performs well"   TR