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WakeboatOwners.com

Posted on March 22nd, 2008 by Bryan | posted in Boats, General

WakeBoatOwners Online Community

There isn’t exactly a lack of websites catering towards wakeboard boat owners, but apparently there’s always room for one more. WakeBoatOwners.com is somewhat unique in that it welcomes all of the major manufacturers (like WakesideRides.com), and it also makes use of a lot of recent advancements seen on popular social networking sites.

If you haven’t found a home on one of the many other owner community sites, or want the chance to stir up the pot with your buddies that own other brands, head over to WakeBoatOwners.com and get setup with an account.

Godspeed Set to Premiere Tonight in Seattle

Posted on March 21st, 2008 by Bryan | posted in Events, Media

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Scratch Films new flick “Godspeed” is set to release soon. To set off the occasion, there will be multiple premieres over the next few months. “Godspeed” is the follow up to “Evergreen,” “The Good Times,” and “The Good Times 2.” The video is getting plenty of coverage and should feature the same great riding and fun times in wake as prior releases.

If you are live in the Seattle Metro area, you should go check out the first premiere of Godspeed tonight in Kirkland.

View the Godspeed Video Premiere Poster after the jump.

Correct Craft Redesigns Nautique Website

Posted on March 20th, 2008 by Bryan | posted in Boats, General, Industry Press Releases

Correct Craft Launches New Website

Correct Craft pulled the wraps off their new website recently, and the response from the wakeboard industry has been positive

Red Rocket Studios was responsible for the overhaul, which relies almost entirely on Flash (unfortunately). But the flash isn’t too obtrusive, and page loading time is fairly quick. In addition to the new layout is a powerful new boat building tool, which allows users to configure the Nautique of your dreams with all of the new decals, options and extras for 2008.

If you’re shopping for a new boat (or even if you’re not), take a spin through the new Nautiques website and let us know what you think in the comments.

The full Correct Craft press release is posted after the jump.

Malibu First to Offer Podcast With Bu-Cast

Posted on March 19th, 2008 by Bryan | posted in Boats, General, Media

Malibu PodcastMalibu has added another channel to their rich media marketing with the industry’s first podcast from a boat manufacturer. So far there are only a couple of episodes available, but according to Amy Mauzy, marketing director at Malibu, they plan on regularly updating the podcast with a variety of content.

The first two episodes include some one-on-one time between actual Malibu boat owners and Amy Mauzy. There’s nothing to earth-shattering, but it is interesting to hear what led other owners to choose Malibu, and what they do with their boats for entertainment.

Hopefully future podcasts will detail more product specific information from inside the minds of Malibu engineers. Have a topic you would like to see covered on the podcast? Suggest it in the comments and we’ll pass it along to Malibu.

Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes.

DADS and GRADS - Looking for last minute gift ideas ?

Posted on June 14th, 2007 by Bryan | posted in General

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Check out the FULL Collection of watches and accessories that NIXON offers. It is on our wish list.

Malibu Boats Sponsored “JUST RIDE” Clinics : Summer Schedule

Posted on June 7th, 2007 by Bryan | posted in Boats, Events, General

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Searching for a summer wakeboard clinic ? If so, we encourage you to check out the Malibu Boats “JUST RIDE” Wakeboard Clinic Tour. Malibu sponsored rider Gerry Nunn will be coaching at various locations throughout the East Coast Region, and Northwest Riders will be coaching a series of NW Regional stops.

This is a wakeboard clinic experience you do not want to miss. Look through the dates and reserve your spot for one of the upcoming “JUST RIDE” Clinic stops. Sign up now because the spots are filling up quickly.

The full summer schedule is posted after the jump.

TRANSGRESSION : Gator Boards Team Film - Teaser

Posted on May 24th, 2007 by Bryan | posted in Gear, General, Media, Riders

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Ronn Seidenglanz, of Sidewayz Video Distribution, is bringing us yet another ground breaking title that will impact wakeboarding as a sport. This film exclusively features the Gator Boards Team Riders and is shot in various exotic locations throughout the globe.

After watching this teaser I was floored by the cinematography. Ronn is known for his unique angles and perspectives. His latest work, Transgression, lives up to the reputation. I think you will be as impressed with the caliber of riding that was captured during the filming sessions.

Check out the Gator Boards Team Film Teaser, TRANSGRESSION, after the jump.

SlingShot Wakeboards Launches New Website

Posted on May 15th, 2007 by Bryan | posted in Gear, General, Media

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This past weekend SlingShot Wakeboards launched their new website. There has been much anticipation for the technology that SlingShot is bringing to the forefront. The site has video clips of Team Riders demonstrating the board’s capabilities while clearly showing the difference in flex patterns compared to anything else on the market right now. Jeff McKee also walks the viewers through the ‘07 product line.

Take a look through the SlingShot site and discover the boards that could very well be the future of our sport.

Filming “DRIVE” in Arizona

Posted on May 14th, 2007 by Bryan | posted in General, Media, Riders

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Sean Kilgus, of BFY Productions, is in the process of filming “DRIVE”. The latest filming trip took the BFY Productions crew to Arizona with JD Webb, Danny Harf, Randall Harris, & Rusty Malinoski.

Wakeboarding Magazine’s June Issue has a brief feature about the trip. Check it out when it hits stands in a few weeks.

LONGHORN Rail Jam in Austin, TX This Saturday

Posted on May 11th, 2007 by Bryan | posted in Events, General, Riders

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Some of the top wakeboarders and wakeskaters in the world will be descending on downtown Austin, May 12, to participate in the 2nd Annual Longhorn Rail Jam - presented by Malibu Boats and Nissan North America. This is a Malibu Just Slide event and stop #4 of the 2007 Texas Wakeboard Tour.

Check out the event flyer after the jump.