Abstract: An improved footrest on a surf-type single ski has a plurality of skid-resistant, generally L-shaped members, one positioned in front and the other behind the center line of the ski for receiving the feet of the skier in a readily removable relationship, preferably normal to the transverse axis of the ski. The ski member includes a longitudinal axis, a narrow width, a generally planar intermediate portion, a front portion extending mildly upwardly and inwardly from the intermediate portion to a front end, the intermediate portion and the front portion having a substantially rectangular cross section transverse to the longitudinal axis. The foot receiving L-shaped members include a plurality of recesses along the length thereof for accommodating snow and serving to clean the boot of the user. In an alternative embodiment, a ski of the type described has a metallic plate base member for sking on sand. An improved handle member may be provided.