1961: Water Skier on Placid Lake Taking Curve with Burnout and Dropping Ski Rope

Year1961
Decade1960s
LocationMichigan, United States
Duration19s
Price$178 USD
Collection1961 Michigan

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Water Skier on Placid Lake Taking Curve with Burnout and... — Clip Details

A vintage 8mm home movie clip from 1961 capturing a water skier on a placid Michigan lake. The skier executes a sharp curve with a dramatic burnout, then releases the ski rope, sending a spray of water as they drop into the lake. The skier emerges drenched, shaking off water in a classic summer moment. This authentic 8mm footage showcases classic lake sports and carefree recreation, with ripples spreading across the calm water under bright summer skies. Perfect for nostalgic documentaries, retro vintage content, or vintage lifestyle projects.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: 4K Digitally Restored
License: Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery: Instant Digital Download
Duration: 19s
Starting Price: $178 USD
Clip ID: 68624896

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 2015 · 8mm · 3″ reel
Original reel label: xmas,linda communion,,d danielar
Reel-level year note: 1961-1962
Reel-level location note: detroit michigan,
Date: 1961 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence: Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location: Michigan, United States Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Location evidence: Catalog place matches an independent location note filed with the physical source reel.
Licensing route: Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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