Taylor Made Slalom Buoys

Taylor Made Slalom Buoys: Setting the Standard on the Water

When it comes to marking a precise, regulation-ready water ski slalom course, few names carry the credibility of Taylor Made. Founded in 1908, Taylor Made has spent well over a century earning its reputation as one of the most trusted names in the marine industry — and their slalom buoys are a direct reflection of that legacy. Slalom buoys may seem like a simple piece of equipment, but for the skier threading a tight course at speed, the right buoy makes all the difference.

AWSA-Compliant Construction

Taylor Made's Water Ski Marker Buoys are engineered specifically to meet the demands of competitive and recreational skiers alike. Made from PVC, these lightweight but durable inflatable buoys mark your slalom course in accordance with AWSA specifications (American Water Ski Association). Compliance with AWSA standards means whether you're running a casual backwater course or hosting a sanctioned event, Taylor Made buoys keep you playing by the rules.

Each buoy features a molded-in loop to fasten an anchor line and contains an inflation valve for air pressure adjustment, measuring 9" in diameter with approximately 13 lbs. of buoyancy. That combination of a secure anchor point and adjustable air pressure lets skiers and course operators fine-tune each buoy's position and ride height to match water conditions — a detail serious skiers will appreciate.

The Double Color System Advantage

Taylor Made doesn't just build buoys that work — they build buoys that last visually, too. Taylor Made's unique double color system incorporates a "back-up" color that resists fading, so fluorescents retain their color long after the competition's has faded away. On a bright summer day, highly visible buoys are critical for safety and accuracy. Taylor Made's color retention technology means your course stays sharp and easy to read season after season.

Buoys are available in green, yellow, and red — the standard colors used for slalom course configurations — making it straightforward to set up a complete, properly color-coded course layout.

A Brand Built for the Water

Taylor Made Products is the world's leading supplier of boat fenders and buoys, as well as one of the largest and most innovative suppliers of marine aftermarket products. That market leadership isn't accidental — through innovation, design, and an extraordinary amount of expertise, the company has proven over and over to be a leader in manufacturing high-quality marine products, with every Taylor Made product constructed by boaters, for boaters, right here in the United States.

Whether you're setting up a tournament-grade slalom course or simply marking a weekend ski run for the family, Taylor Made slalom buoys deliver the durability, visibility, and standards compliance that water skiers demand. Explore the full Slalom Buoys category or browse the complete lineup on the Taylor Made brand page to find the right buoys for your course.