Masterline Pro Short V Handle The Masterline Pro Short V is a course-style water ski handle built around a 5' Short V section, sized for skiers comfortable with deep water starts who want a more compact grip than the Long V. The Short V keeps the rope manageable in the hands once you're up and through the wakes. The handle bar runs a tractor grip pattern on a 28mm-diameter core with built-in float in the V section, so the assembly stays on the surface between rides. The tractor grip pattern gives positive hand contact across the bar — a step above brushed rubber for skiers who want extra grip definition. Choose the Pro Short V Handle if you're past needing the wider Long V for starts and want a tractor-grip handle that pairs with a tournament-grade mainline.