When it comes to water toys and water skis, the options are almost endless. Depending what you like, your skill (or amusement) level, and the amount you want to spend, you?re only bound by your imagination and free time for enjoying them.

The first thought with any water sport or games played in the water should be safety. This would include ski vests and life jackets. So you hate the bulk of the old style jackets? Don?t worry; today?s styles are more sleek, lightweight and even come uninflated so there?s no bulk and they won?t impede movement. Prices vary on styles and features, but life jackets should be a given -- they could save a life. If you?re playing on the beach or the backyard, obviously it?s not needed, but if you?re in the water, be safe and have one on.

So you want to ski? You?ll find all the ski accessories you desire. There are ski tow ropes, wetsuits, beginner water skis, and more.

If you love the speed and the thrill of being pulled behind the boat, but skiing really isn?t your thing, the largest variety of toys probably exists for you. Tubes come in so many styles it?s hard to decide. There are two and three-person viper shaped tubes; sting rays, triangles, and neon-colored space ship styles. There?s even a bowl-shaped towable that will accommodate you and your friends; get several and they can be hooked to others for an even bigger party. For kids, there are huge sneakers with style and high-top sides and back to help keep them secure.

Powerboards, kneeboards, and wakeboards provide an exciting ride for the non-skier also. Ride the wake with any of multiple styles, colors and sizes.

If you prefer the toys in the backyard or swimming pool, whether you?re a kid or a senior, you?ll find something the will bring you joy all day long. For babies, there?s the inflatable boat that also plays nautical sounds when the various graphics are touched. Youngsters a few years older will find hours of excitement with a whale-shaped pool that also sprays water (by attaching a garden hose), and for the big kids (AKA adults) there are many ways to relax and have fun.

Floats come in every shape and size for lounging in the pool:

- A cabana lounge fits two (or maybe one that wants to take a nap) and offers luxurious lounging plus a canopy to block the sun?s hot rays.

- The traditional French design float is always a hit -- with 18 pockets and a head pillow for comfort -- it?s always a hit.

- U-shaped chairs that submerse your legs, but keep you sitting upright with back support is great for staying involved in the conversation or reading a book.

- For the pool or the lake, there?s also the larger size cabana - and island of fun with a boarding platform, and a place to keep beverages cool.

Of course, don?t forget the necessities. Nothing ruins the fun faster than having a tube or float that?s deflated with no way to fill it up. Get your hand, foot, or electric pumps for inflating and repair kits to avoid complete disappointment when you spring a leak.

So whatever your style or pleasure, you?re sure to find what you?re looking for when it

comes to water toys or water skis. The point is to have fun and there?s no reason not to with all of these entertaining products available.