Emily Copeland Durham Signs On As JetPilot's Female IconBy Jet Pilot Press Release Jet Pilot is proud to announce that Emily Copeland Durham has signed an unprecedented, 2-year, "head to toe" contract to represent their entire ladies line of apparel, in addition to wetsuits, life vests and accessories. JetPilot and Emily have been busy working towards this reality, and already have an exclusive Emily Copeland Durham "Diamonds Collection" featured in their 2008 Spring Ladies line. Her Diamonds Collection includes vests, wetsuit tops, rideshorts, boardshorts, tees, a hoody and a hat that merchandise together in stylish precision. Emily will continue working closely with JetPilot designers on future product concepts and design ideas. JetPilot believes that Emily's hands-on endorsement of their entire ladies line will have an enormously positive impact on their women's product offerings and future direction of the brand. Emily says, "I am so excited about being the JetPilot Girl! I know that it will be fun working with them on the new girls lines and representing JetPilot in every area of the company. I have had such a great time riding for them over the past years, and I am so pumped about broadening my relationship with them in this direction. I know that the girls line is going to blow up, and it will be awesome to be a big part of that." JetPilot's Vice President, Brian Jellig says, "We're confident that Emily is the natural choice for our female athlete/icon to lead the JetPilot Ladies Line into the future. Emily has been an integral part of our team for years. She represents our roots. This is a crucial and exciting step for us both. Expect to see great strides in our ladies line - starting now!" Founded in 1986, JetPilot continues it's leading tradition by producing the most progressive, innovative, technically advanced, rider-inspired products for the action sports markets. For more information, visit www.jetpilot.com. 664 Views
TeamTigé Rider Adam Errington Named Rookie of the YearBy Tige Boats Press Release Abilene, Texas – TeamTigé rider Adam Errington has been named Rookie of the Year for the 2007 Pro Wakeboard Tour. As a first-year pro rider he ranked in the top 10 among the top riders in the industry. Adam received a standing ovation from fellow riders at the Pro Tour awards banquet after he was announced the Rookie of the Year after the final stop of the Pro Wakeboard Tour in Portland, Oregon on Sunday, July 22. Adam took home the Junior Men’s title in 2006 and moved up a year early to ride in the pro division. “I have worked really hard this year to compete with the best riders in the world,” stated Errington. On Sunday, July 22 Adam finished 3rd in Portland, Oregon at the final stop of the tour. Adam has been a TeamTigé rider since 2005. He trains in Orlando, Florida behind a Tigé 24Ve. He represents Tigé well on and off the water. We are proud to have Adam Errington as a TeamTigé rider. Tigé manufactures seven direct drive and sport V inboard models ranging from 20 to 24 feet in length. Each boat features the patented Tigé ConvexV hull and TAPS2 technology. All are backed by the Tigé LifePlus Lifetime Replacement Warranty, the only replacement warranty in the industry. Tigé has more than 80 dealers in 12 countries. 562 Views
Sidewayz and Gator Boards Team Up For TransgressionBy Sidewayz Films Press Release Sidewayz Films and Gator Boards have teamed up to make an amazing film with some of the best wakeboarders and wakeskaters in the world. The result is Transgression. With the comeback of Randall Harris, boarding for the first time in over two years, this project is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Along with Randall Harris you will experience Ryan Doyle, Keith Lidberg - the rail master, Kyle Rattray, Drew McGuckin, Gerry Nunn, Tim Kovacich, Ricky Gonzales, Mark Weikel, Wes Briscoe, Steve Edwards and the newest member of the family, the prodigal child, Matt Manzari. Gator Boards is emerging to a new level with this film. With the riders submerged in the culture of each location and bringing their own style to the project, along with the creative production style of Ronn Seidenglanz, you will experience riding like you've never seen. From the words of Randall: Sidewayz holds the paintbrush, the GB team is the ink and our many canvases include Florida, California, Mexico, Singapore, Thailand, Bali, Dominican Republic and more. We poured blood, sweat and tears into this masterpiece. Transgression transcends beyond the mere confines of a wakeboard film. For those involved it was an adventure. For me it was a life-changing experience. For you is will be an inspirational cinematic journey. Valla Con Dios,
Vandall Make sure to check out www.Transgressionmovie.com for the latest information. Look for Transgression in stores now! 482 Views
Supra Receives High Marks in NMMA Customer Survey By Skier's Choice Press Release Maryville, TN - For the second consecutive year, Supra boats is a recipient of a prestigious honor by ranking high in customer satisfaction according to a new independent survey. Every year, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) polls boat owners to get reaction on performance, reliability and luxury amenities. They call it the Customer Satisfaction Index. And this year, the CSI lauds Supra, a high-performance ski and wakeboard boat made by Skier's Choice in Knoxville, Ten. "Customer Satisfaction is vital. It's the lifeblood of our company. We are certainly proud that our customer's are pleased with our Supra products. The NMMA's survey shows we are meeting our customers needs. That said we are constantly in the process of improving our product line. We are relentless in seeking new ways to add value to our customer experience. 100% satisfaction is our ultimate end goal." says Rick Tinker, president of Skier's Choice. The CSI results were announced earlier this month recognizing a select few boat manufacturers for outstanding customer service. To be recognized, a boat maker must achieve and maintain an independently measured standard of excellence of 90% or higher in customer satisfaction over the past year, based on information provided by more than 50,000 consumers who purchased a new boat or engine between July 2006 and June 2007. Thom Dammrich, president of the NMMA, says that the companies achieving the award "are leading the charge to make the best times in every boater's life every day they are on the water, and to make boating the number one choice in recreation." Supra is Skier's Choice's premium line of tournament boats. The unique Supra Ride System (SRS) optimizes straight line tracking, provides precise speed control, adjusts wake size and shape to rider preference, and surrounds passengers in a stylish, comfortable cabin that is as functional as it is beautiful. Pro riders like Amber Wing, Austin Hair, Ben Greenwood, Josh Sanders, Reed Hansen, and Trevor Hansen all train behind Supras. In 2007, Supra will pull the WWA's World Wakeboarding Championship. With its plant and headquarters located in Maryville, Tenn., all Skier's Choice boats are made in America. The company is closely held. For more information, please visit www.skierschoice.com. 474 Views
Body Glove Rider Shelby Kantar Wins it All in PortlandBy Body Glove Press Release Redondo Beach, CA - Shelby Kantar wasn't messing around when she showed up for the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboarding Tour Finals in Portland, OR last weekend. The Body Glove wakeboarding team rider showed the judges what it was all about when she took the tour stop win and the MasterCraft Pro Tour Title. It was an upset in the final round when Kantar took down frontrunner Amber Wing. The win propelled her to the top of the overall points race. Kantar rode strong through out the entire stop and season. Tour winner Shelby Kantar said, "I'm really happy to have gotten where I am in two years. I've exceeded all of my own expectations and I plan on coming back and pushing it even harder next year". Shelby has had an incredible season and Body Glove only expects more great things to come! Congratulations!!!! To find out more about Shelby go to www.bodyglove.com or www.myspace.com/bodyglovegirl. About Body Glove
Founded in 1953, Body Glove is a leading, worldwide action sports brand specializing in wetsuits, swimwear, clothing, footwear, accessories, and technology accessories. Its contributions to action sports include the Body Glove Surfbout (4 Star WQS event), and continued support of the NSSA National Scholastic Surfing Championships. The company sponsors one of the most respected surf and wakeboard teams in the industry with such powerhouse names as pro surfers Bruce Irons, Mike Losness, Alex Gray and Holly Beck and wake boarders Rusty Malinoski, Phil Soven and Shelby Kantar. Through Reef Check, SIMA?s environmental fund, and the Surfrider Foundation, Body Glove works to preserve the purity of the waters it loves. Body Glove products are sold in the U.S. by a network of independent retailers. Body Glove is also sold in approximately 50 countries internationally. 529 Views
Jet Pilot Signs Matty Wilkings and Brenton PriestleyBy Jet Pilot Press Release JetPilot is pleased to announce the signing of young guns Matty Wilkings and Brenton Priestley to the team. Both Matty and Brenton are rising wakeboarding stars with the enthusiasm and ability to blow some minds. Matty is also the current Australian National Cable Pro Tour Champ. JetPilot Australia's Marketing Manager Rob Cribb continues by saying, "Matty and Brenton are the epitomy of what JetPilot is all about; youthful exuberance! They are the kind of guys that push the limits, which makes them perfect test pilots for JetPilot gear. They join a long list of JetPilot team members that includes Shane Bonifay, Shaun Murray, Chris O'Shea, Drew Ghantous, Justin Abbott and Brenton's brother Dwayne to name a few. On top of that, they are just all around great guys and we look forward to supporting them to achieve their goals." Managing Director (JP Australia) Darren Attard says, "JetPilot has been an integral part of Wakeboarding for over 14 years. Adding exciting riders like Brenton and Matty to our team shows our continuing support towards the sport that has helped build the foundation of where JetPilot is today. We have chosen some of the most stylish riders in the sport and Brenton and Matty will only strengthen the image and the style of the brand." Founded in 1986, JetPilot continues it's leading tradition by producing the most progressive, innovative, technically advanced, rider-inspired products for the action sports markets. For more information, visit www.jetpilot.com and www.jetpilot.com.au. 513 Views
UK Gets Its First 1080By Wakestuff.co.uk Nick Davies, a UK based rider, stuck what is being claimed as the first documented 1080 in Europe. Nick has been at the top of the cable riding ladder for some years now. He has pretty much every cable trick in the book and is still pushing for more. On Friday night, Princes Club in London saw Nick land a switch toeside 1080 off of a Kicker as part of their Wakeboard Under Darkness competition. After all the people on the dock joked to him about landing it, he went out and hit the kicker on the first lap and seemed to land it as clean as any of the other claimed 10's. With his arm pumping the air in celebration, the move was finally stuck in the UK. The move was captured on video by Wakestuff.co.uk, so be sure the check it out (Quicktime, 5.2 mb). 528 Views
Ten-80 New Team RiderBy Ten-80 Press Release Ten 80 welcomes Padiwat "Bomb" Jaemjan of Thailand to its growing list of top International Riders. 19-Year-old Padiwat, better known as Bomb, is the current #1 rider in Asia. After finishing in 1st place as the 2006 Overall Asian Wakeboard Tour Champion, he is already off to a quick start in 2007 having won several stops on the Asian wakeboard tour. His future goals will be competing on the Australian Wakeboard Tour, and after that he hopes to make it over to the US and compete on the 2008 Pro Wakeboard Tour. Bomb is not only an accomplished boat rider, he is a very proficient cable rider as well. He first started riding at Lakepoint Cable Park when he was eight years of age. Since that time he has competed in numerous cable and boat competitions throughout Asia and the Pacific. Bomb currently makes his home in Thailand and is the head coach at TE Wakeboard School in Pratum Thani. If you would like to find out more information about Bomb, please visit www.totalentertainment.co.th/bomb. Bomb's ability to ride at the highest level behind boat and on the cable makes him a valuable addition to the Ten-80 Team. His sponsors include: Ten-80, Concrete Wakeboards of Japan, Predator Helmets and TE Wakeboard School. 462 Views
Malibu Pro Team ChallengeBy Geiger Media Press Release The Malibu Pro Team Challenge will be a wakeboard event like none other featuring the top professional riders in the sport competing for their respective board manufacturers for pride and, most importantly, for $25,000 in cash! The competition will include three different disciplines of the sport - a double-up contest, a traditional on-the-water contest and a winch powered pool gap/rail jam. It will take place at a location that is recognized worldwide as a premiere water sports "theme" park, Cypress Gardens Adventure Park in Winter Haven, Florida. The inaugural Malibu Pro Team Challenge will be televised nationally on action sports leader, Fuel TV. For more info got to www.CypressGardens.com. The Teams
The competing teams will be representing the top wakeboard manufacturers in the sport. Scheduled to compete are pro riders representing Hyperlite, Liquid Force, CWB, Ronix and Gator Boards. The Prize
The winning team will split a $25,000* grand prize which will make the Malibu Pro Team Challenge one of the biggest single event purses in the sport of wakeboarding. The Schedule
Friday, August 10th | 4:30pm "Big Air" Double-Up Contest Saturday, August 11th - 11:30 am-3pm - Traditional on-the-water boat competition 6pm-8pm - Wakeboard Rail Jam 8:30pm - Awards Ceremony and Live Concert Contest Format Each team will select three riders to compete in each discipline depending on the riders' strengths. Riders can compete in more then one event if desired/needed. With five teams competing, each event will feature fifteen riders. Riders will be divided into three heats of five with the top two advancing to round two and top one advancing to the finals. Heats will be decided by blind drawing. Points will be given to riders who advance in each round at an escalating scale. The higher the round, the more points awarded. Round 1 - All riders start with 5 points
Semi-finals - 10 additional points
Finals - 15 additional points
1st Place - 25 additional points
2nd Place - 15 additional points
3rd Place - 10 additional points The highest total number of points that could be earned by any rider in each event is 55. The lowest total number of points that could be earned by any rider in each event is 5. This will be a "Winner Take All" format with a $25,000.00 cash purse awarded to the team that earns the most points. In the event of a tie, the purse will be split between the winning teams.* * Based on five teams participating |
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Liquid Force Brings The Truth #50By Liquid Force Press Release LF faithful, welcome to the latest edition of The Truth. We have plenty to tell you this week, so sit down, relax and enjoy the latest news on events, team riders, happenings and the world we call Liquid Force… Wakestock...a great weekend for wake enthusiasts and the LF team! Each year our riders travel to countless contests and events that all seem to blend into each other. One contest that always sparks the riders' interest and stands out from the rest is Wakestock in Canada. The crew from SBC Media puts on the event that has become the biggest wake spectacle each year! The action is non-stop. Whether they’re hitting the Oakley Rail Jam, riding behind the Malibu in the Expression Session or watching the famed bikini contest, the team always has a blast! Our team has always seemed to have success in this event and 2007 was perhaps the best showing yet! Phillip Soven continued his complete dominance of the men’s wakeboard world this year as he repeated as the Expression Session champion! No other rider has won back-to-back in this event and no other rider in recent history has been on fire as much as Phillip! Amber Wing continued her solid season as well, as she added the Women’s Expression Session title to her trophy collection. Not to be outdone, Shane “Rail Master” Bonifay came back to once again claim the Oakley Rail Jam “Best Trick” contest. According to Adam Levitt of SBC, “Shane Threw Down!” as he stuck a "switch front board backside 180 gap transfer to switch board slide to 90 out. I know confusing as all hell.” Last, but not least, the Canadian local Kevin Henshaw came in a close 3rd in the boat rail jam. According to some in attendance, Kevin deserved to be in the round of two that determined the winner. Kevin was stoked to be on the podium and is looking to come back even stronger in 2008! And in slightly older contest news, Team Liquid Force dominates the Portland Pro Tour Stop! For a team that doesn’t claim to be a contest team, we sure are good! Phillip Soven put the hammer down and won his 4th of 5 Pro Tour events and claimed his first Pro Tour Overall title! Phillip was the most consistent and most technical rider all weekend and showed that he’s ready to make a serious run at this season’s “King of the Wake” title. On the women’s side, the battle was also won by the LF girls. The Portland Tour Stop podium was an invite-only Liquid Force Maven event. All three spots on the podium were taken by the Maven girls, with Shelby Kantar edging out Amber Wing for the top spot and young gun Nicola Butler rounding things out in 3rd. By winning the Portland Event, Shelby also claimed her first ever Women’s Pro Tour Overall Championship! Wrapping up LF’s winning ways was Jr. Men’s Champ Mitch Langfield. LF’s up and coming grom from Australia made that two victories in a row to end the season. Look for BIG things out of Mitch in the coming years! BROstock #2 is officially in the books! If you weren’t at Lake Oroville for our second BROstock, you missed out on plenty of action and good times! The weather was perfect, the water warm and the beverages were flowing! If you were one of the lucky Nor Cal attendees, you saw tons of double up action all day on Saturday, including Shane Bonifay’s now famous toeside backside 720! It was the first time any pro had stuck this trick and was only fitting that Shane would do it. He had been trying the trick for a while now and said he just needed the “BROstock Magic” to help him stick it. If you haven’t seen the trick that will be in the running for “Move of the Year” at WakeBoarding Mag’s Wake Awards this fall, go to either www.alliancewake.com or WakeWorld.com, where you can see the footage that was captured by our team at the event. After the BROstock festivities slowed down a bit, our team got to work on part two of our 2008 catalog shoot. Helping capture the action was Alliance’s Garrett Cortese. To get a sneak peak of our 2008 product line in action, go to Alliancewake.com to see what was captured. Special thanks to our friends at Bidwell Marina for the hospitality and the fine houseboat accommodations. If you are on the East Coast and are wondering when you will get your chance at BROstock fun, the time has finally come! BROstock #3 is nearly upon us! New to the BROstock series in 2007 is Smith Mountain Lakes in Virginia. August 10th is when the fun will begin and it will last all through the weekend until the 12th. There will be a wakeboard demo with our pros on Friday at 4:00 and Saturday at 12:00. The rest of the time will be a bunch of friends hanging out on houseboats partying! There will be plenty of BROstock swag given away as well. Don’t miss your chance to score some free gear! For info on the event, call our friends at Wake and Skateboard Shop in Moneta, Virginia at 540-721-1941. Be sure to ask them about the BBQ that’s happening at their shop on Thursday, August 9th. You’re all invited to join our riders as they kick off the BROstock weekend! Riders attending BROstock #3 include Aaron Reed, Danny Hampson, Shawn Watson, Collin Harrington, Amber Wing, Ben Greenwood, Silas Thurman, Stef Tor, Steph Wamsley, Brian Reeder, Matt Hirschbiel and many more! If you need a place to stay, here is a list of marinas and campsites that are close to where the action is going to be: - Crazy Horse Campground/Marinas
540-721-2792
400 Crazy Horse Drive
Moneta VA, 24121 - Fox Port Marina & Lodge
(Lodge, Gas, PWC Rentals, Convenience Store, Launch ramp)
540-721-2451
540-721-2972
790 Fox Chase Road
Wirtz VA, 24184 - Parrot Cove Boat Rental
(Boat/houseboat Rentals/Jetski Rentals)
1-800-488-4516
16441 Booker T. Washington Hwy.
Moneta VA, 24121
For more info on this event, including a map of the lake and BROstock location, go to www.LiquidForce.com. We hope to see you there! That’s it for now. Stay tuned for the next edition of The Truth, where we bring you inside the world we call Liquid Force! 462 Views
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