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Clifford, Butler & Hansen Win - WWA Wake Nationals

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:32:23 -0400

The Pro Men’s division highlighted the event, with its five-man final. Defending titleist, Adam Errington, failed to advance past the semifinal round today, leaving the national title up for grabs for Danny Harf, Rusty Malinoski, Harley Clifford, Phillip Soven and Bryan Hutton.

All five pros threw down impressive runs, but top seed Harley Clifford made the biggest impact on the water to take home his first-ever Nationals win. Former national champions Phillip Soven and Danny Harf rounded out the Pro Men’s division podium, respectively.

Ryan Doyle - On the Road to Recovery (Part 1 of 2)

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 21:44:53 -0400

Ryan Doyle is one of Canada's top wakeskaters, and a pioneer at riding rails. He spent many years living in Florida, including 5 years at the Projects, and is now back living in Canada. He recently underwent knee surgery, and this is his story.

Part 1 is all about Ryan's injuries and early recovery, while Part 2 tells the story of Ryan back on the water with BT & friends at The Projects. Check back in a few weeks for Part 2!

Big Bang, Mont Cascades, Quebec, July 30-31

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 21:50:09 -0400

Come out to Quebec's largest wakeboarding event of 2010! Big Bang, presented by Coors Light, takes place July 30-31 at Mont Cascades.

Clifford & Derome Take Wins in Elizabethtown!

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 22:03:11 -0400

The last round of action pinned Keith Lyman, Kyle Rattray, Jimmy LaRiche, Harley Clifford, Bob and Phillip Soven against each other for one of the most unique finals in history. Not only did today’s finals pin two brother against each, but half the finalists were making their first-ever appearance in a Pro Tour final.

All eyes were on Phillip Soven, the top-seeded rider of the contest and 2009 Elizabethtown Tour stop winner, but 16-year-old Aussie phenom Harley Clifford stole the show and won the event. Clifford’s impressive Nose Grab Back Mobe 540 and massive Heelside 900 elevated the defending Pro Tour titlist to the top of the contest podium. Phillip and Bob Soven rounded out the podium, respectively.

Soven Takes Fort Worth; Butler Three-Peats

Sat, 12 Jun 2010 22:07:55 -0400

The finals pinned Austin Hair, Bryan Hutton, Rusty Malinoski, Phillip Soven, Danny Harf and Olivier Derome against each other in the final round of action. All eyes were on the new top seed, Rusty Malinoski to see if he duplicate his 2007 Fort Worth winning-run, but fell short to two-time Pro Tour titlist Phillip Soven.

Soven’s Backside 720 off the double up helped push the Florida native to the top of the contest podium, with Malinoski and four-time X Games gold medalist Danny Harf rounding out the top three, respectively.

Fort Worth Pro Tour Qualifiers Results

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:39:31 -0400

Fort Worth, Texas – The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour made its second stop of the 2010 season today in Fort Worth, TX. The Pro Tour, which runs through Saturday, June 12, on Lake Moser at Texas MasterCraft, kicked off the three-day-long event with qualifying rounds for the Pro Men and Jr. Pro Men divisions.

First off the dock this morning were the pros for their opening round of action, where 36 riders looked to stay afloat on Tour and qualify through to the next round of the contest. Only the top three riders from each of the eight heats advanced, sending 24 pros to tomorrow’s Round of 40, where they will be joined by the top 16 riders on Tour, including Aussie phenom Harley Clifford.

Check out who made it through...

FYI - All Canadians Now Need a Boating License

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:40:31 -0400

All operators of powered watercraft used for recreational purposes within Canada now require a boating license.

As of September 15, 2009 all boaters are now required to have the Pleasure Craft Operator Card in order to operate a powered watercraft. There is no grandfather clause or age exemption – this law applies to all boaters. Powered watercraft includes watercraft fitted with any size motor – even a trolling motor.

To receive this boat operator license, you must pass a multiple choice exam with a score of at least 75%. If you don't pass on your first attempt, you can retry the exam at no additional cost. You can take this exam online.

Learn more...

Clifford Wins Pro Tour Stop #1 in Acworth, Malinoski 2nd

Sat, 22 May 2010 22:28:10 -0400

The finals pinned Hair, Adam Errington, Rusty Malinoski, Phillip Soven, JD Webb and Harley Clifford against each other in a six-man final. In such a stacked final heat, riders couldn’t hold anything back in order to win the first Pro Tour stop of the 2010 season. Aussie Phenom Harley Clifford, the current defending Pro Tour titlist, took that notion to the next level during his final run, landing a handle pass KGB 540 – the first ever in a contest. Read more...

Wakestock 2010 - World's Biggest Wake Festival Returns

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:05:43 -0400

BANDS ANNOUNCED: PUBLIC ENEMY, ALEXISONFIRE, CRASH KINGS!

WWA WAKESTOCK WORLD SERIES • AUGUST 6-8 • COLLINGWOOD, CANADA
Presented by MONSTER ENERGY

WAKESTOCK – the world’s premiere wakeboarding festival and Canada’s biggest wake, action sports and music festival returns to Collingwood, Ontario for three days of boarding, bands and bikinis including Canada’s only WWA World Series pro wakeboard and wakeskate event.

Brooklin Spring Fair Winch Jam 2010

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:03:49 -0400

It’s back again! The second annual Brooklin Spring Fair Winch Jam brought to you by Mistaken Agency will be held again at June 4th, 5th, and 6th at the fair. With last year’s success, there has been a lot of demand for this event to return. So we’re bringing it back, only bigger and better than last year.

Last year, names such as Nick Harlos, Ryan Doyle, Addison Farr, and more showed up to throw down in the jam. The day was filled with shuv-its, big spins, and much more, constantly having the crowd in awe. Last year featured a 46’ start pool, 20’ flat slider, to a 55’ end pool. With many people and riders coming out, the entire weekend was insane.

Pro Tour Kicks Off 2010 Season in Acworth

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:02:35 -0400

The top professional wakeboarders in the world are set to kick off a brand new season of high-flying, rail-sliding, water-sports action, as the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour opens its 2010 season, on May 20-22, on the waters of Lake Allatoona at Dallas Landing Park in Acworth, Ga.

2010 Canadian Wakeboard Open, Peterborough, Aug 27-29

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:51 -0400

Featuring:
Pro & Amateur Wakeboard
Pro & Am Wakeskate
Live Music Stage ft. TBA
Beer Garden
Freestyle MotoX - Jason Thorne FMX team
KLWC Market Village & Expo
L13 Beach Winch

Air Nautique Wake Games Results!

Tue, 18 May 2010 23:59:06 -0400

All 10 teams came into the final day of competition with base points from yesterday’s nine division finals, with Team Adkison and Team Harf tied for first place. But with big finishes in today’s finals, Team LaRiche came from behind to win the Air Nautique Wake Games team challenge.

Aaron Rathy Joins Xcel Wakeboard Team

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:44:27 -0500

Xcel is proud to announce that 2009 WWA Wakeboard World Champion Aaron Rathy has joined Xcel Canada’s Wakeboard Team after an outstanding 2009 season.

Rathy’s streak kicked off with a win at the Pleasant Prairie Pro Tour Stop, followed with a win at the Knoxville Pro Tour Stop one week later. Rathy continued the season with strong finishes leading to a second place overall finish in the 2009 Pro Tour.

2010 Pro Wakeboard Tour - Sched & New Format!

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:30:08 -0500

The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour will hit the water in a new way during its 2010 season, as each stop will now feature three different competition formats, an innovative mix of live music and the largest wake party around, all set to take place on Saturday evenings. Event organizer World Sports & Marketing announced today that the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour will unveil its new action-packed setup in five cities throughout the United States during its 19th season, including stops in Fort Worth, Tex.; Knoxville, Tenn.; Elizabethtown, Ky.; Acworth, Ga.; and Colorado Springs, Colo.

Wakestock 2009 Photo Gallery

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 22:44:18 -0400

Check out our nice selection of wakeboarding, skateboard, bmx & band pics from Wakestock 2009.

Soven Brothers, Friday Win at Sparks Marina – Malinoski Lands First-Ever 1080 in Contest

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 21:58:36 -0400

The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour wrapped-up its fifth and final stop of the 2009 season today in the greater Reno area of Sparks, Nev., where the world’s top pro riders hit the waters of Sparks Marina for the closing-rounds of action.

The Pro Men’s division battled it out on the water today in quarterfinal and semifinal rounds before Danny Harf, Harley Clifford, Rusty Malinoski and Phillip Soven hopped off the dock, respectively, for the four-man final. Read on...

Wakestock 2009 Amateur Results

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 23:51:21 -0400

Over 140 riders competed in Canada's biggest grassroots am contest with dozens of competitor categories and tons of prizes covering all levels and ages of riders. The youngest rider was 7 years old and oldest 52! The Malibu Boats Wakestock Amateur Championship is also the only amateur contest in the world where an unranked, unknown am rider can qualify for a Pro World Series! This year the four top amateur wakeboarders: Dary Znebel, Gavin Hicks, Mike McBrearty and Dominic Sirois all qualified for the Billabong Pro Wakeboard contest and a chance to compete against the biggest names in the world, as did Brady Hicks in Malibu Boats Pro Wakeskate. Gavin Hicks and Brady Hicks both finished 3rd in their respective pro wakeboard and pro wakeskate heats, just one spot shy of qualifying for the quarter-finals!

Rathy & Grubb Claim 2009 Wakestock Titles!

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 08:21:56 -0400

Collingwood, ON. August 9, 2009: With the top wakeboarders and the air temperatures both soaring, Wakestock’s final day proved to be one of the hottest ever! It was literally the hottest day of the sum•mer in Collingwood, Ontario with temps hitting the equivalent of 39°C (102°F). And it was definitelyone of the hottest days of riding this summer with young guns Harley Clifford of Australia, Bob Soven of the USA and Raphael Derome of Canada pushing the established stars like Rusty Malinoski and Aaron Rathy of Canada and Phillip Soven of the USA.

Big tricks like the Switch Toe 900 (Bob Soven), Heelside Wrapped Back 720 (Aaron Rathy), Moby Dick 540 (Phillip Soven), Switch Heelside 720 (Harley Clifford) and Toeside Backside Off-Axis 540 (Rathy) were routinely being stomped to the amazement and cheers of the huge Wakestock crowd lining the shore! Plus super tech, super smooth rail tricks by everyone. In the end its was Aaron Rathy who delivered the best run of the finals to take the Billabong Wakestock Pro title and coveted belt, his first WWA World Series win.

Rathy Wins in Knoxville - 2nd Victory in a Row!

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:24:29 -0400

Knoxville, Tenn. – The top pro wakeboarders in the world hit the waters of Volunteer Landing today for the final rounds of action at MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour stop in Knoxville, Tenn.

First off the dock this morning, were the Pro Men’s division for their 20-man quarterfinal. Riders competed in five heats of four, with only the top two riders in each heat advancing onto the semifinals.

The theme of today’s semifinals was old school meets new school, as the two stacked heats ranged from young guns Harley Clifford and Jimmy LaRiche to elite veterans Chad Sharpe and Danny Harf.

The ten semifinalists battled it out on the water for one of four spots in the finals, with Andrew Adkison, Danny Harf, rookie Harley Clifford and top-seed Aaron Rathy advancing onto the last round of the contest.

All four finalists threw down some impressive runs, but Canadian ripper Aaron Rathy stood out from the competition to post a 97-point run, almost 12-points more than his next closet competitor. Harley Clifford and Danny Harf rounded out the podium, respectively.

Rathy Claims First Career Pro Tour Stop Win

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 20:45:43 -0400

Pleasant Prairie, Wis. – The MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour wrapped up its final day of action in Pleasant Prairie, Wis. today with five rounds of riding between the Pro Men and Jr. Pro Men divisions.

The Pro Men were first off the dock this morning for a 20-man quarterfinal, which eliminated half the competition, advancing only the top two riders in each of the five heats. The 10 semifinalists battled it out for one of four spots in the finals, with Andrew Adkison, Harley Clifford, Aaron Rathy and current Pro Tour titlist Phillip Soven moving onto the final round.

All four finalists threw down some impressive runs, but only Canadian ripper Aaron Rathy had two stand up passes to earn him his first Pro Tour stop win of his career. Clifford and Adkison rounded out the contest podium.

CWB Clinic Contest

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:51:09 -0400

Who said learning is fun? CWB does, especially when your knowledge wins you free gear! Our pro team has put together the definitive product clinics talking about the unique features and benefits of our innovation, technology and value that is CWB. Andrew explains fin extensions, Trevor demonstrates V-tech, Zane shows everyone how to wakesurf and Scrap the dog shows off our dog vest in action.

12 prizes including...

Grand Prize: $1,000 retail credit toward anything CWB
Runner Up: Platinum wakeboard of your choice (Absolute, Transcend or Marius)

Open to residents of Canada and the United States

Sarnia's WAKE-up Call

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:42:59 -0400

After a successful first year, Sarnia’s WAKE-up Call is back for 2009!

WAKE-up Call will be back again and taking over Centennial park in Sarnia, Ontario on July 25th and 26th, 2009.

Sarnia’s WAKE-up Call works in partnership with Sarnia’s annual Ribfest that takes place on the same weekend. Ribfest is host to the best ribs and a free live concert on Friday, July 24th performed by 54-40. SWUC will be host to an on water and on land professional wakeboard and wakeskate contest. The on land winch jam will be hosted on two massive inflatable pools. This was a huge hit last year and will continue to be strong for 2009. The on land winch jam contest works in partnership with Big Brothers of Sarnia-Lambton. Each professional rider is partnered up with a Little Brother for the day and prize packs are awarded to the riders throughout the weekend in which they are donated to their Little Brother. Sarnia’s WAKE-up Call will be hosting both an amateur and amateur outlaw division this year and are currently looking for riders that would be interested in competing.

Rookie Clifford Wins Fort Worth Tour Stop

Sun, 31 May 2009 20:11:13 -0400

Fort Worth, Tex. – Fans packed the shores of Texas MasterCraft today for the final rounds of the MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard Tour stop in Fort Worth, Tex. Riders in the Pro Men, Women and Jr. Pro Men divisions, threwdown their best runs of the contest to try to win the first Tour stop of the 2009 season.

The one reoccurring theme throughout this weekend’s contest in the Pro Men’s division was upsets created by rookie riders, and today was no different. Harley Clifford of Thornlands, Australia, shocked everyone in Fort Worth today, when the 15-year-old rookie was called to the top of the Pro Men’s podium. Clifford, posting a 94.75 in his final run, beat out Olivier Derome, Aaron Rathy and two-time wakeboard world champion, Andrew Adkison for the top spot.

Amber Wing All Girls Camp, B.C.

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 23:48:10 -0400

This year's girls camp is so unbelievable that it's already Sold Out! But don't panic, a new date has just been launched! August 17th - 21st.

Located on the warm, glassy waters of Lake Koocanusa Popwake is a revolving door for the highest level pro-coaches. With Amber Wing as head coach this year the All girls camp and Clinic promises to be the best yet. All new Ronix boards, new X-Star, luxury houseboat and one-on-one coaching with the best. Camp is limited to ten riders only. Please book early as the last one sold out almost instantly!

Tokidoki Designed X-Star Cruising Alberta & B.C.

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 23:48:31 -0400

Popwake has teamed up with LA Based designer Simone Legno of Tokidoki to invade the Waters of Alberta and B.C. In conjuction with Mastercraft Boats and Sirlin Enterprises the new X-Star has been wrapped with the signature Tokidoki designs. Known for their heavy Japanese influenced characters, Tokidoki has collaborated with numerous companies including Ride Snowboards, Le Sport Sac and rock band +44. This boat is sure to turn heads. Keep an eye out for the Tokidoki X-Star coming to your lake this summer!

Team Malinoski Wins 2009 Wake Games

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:21:55 -0400

Team Malinoski Wins 2009 Air Nautique Wake Games: Malinoski, Friday and Grubb Claim Pro Titles

Team Captain Rusty Malinoski of Humboldt, Sask. led his team by example today, taking first-place in the Pro Men’s division. Brian Grubb (Nashua, NH) also followed suit, capturing the top spot in today’s Pro Wakeskate division finals. Today’s win marks Grubbs fourth consecutive Wake Games title. Jimmy LaRiche, Erik Ruck, Taylor McCullough, Emilee Wright, Glen Fletcher, Matt Kirk, Hunter Hanson and Tyler Warroll all had great showings at Wake Games to help Team Malinoski take the top spot on the contest podium.

Teams Webb, Adkison, Soven, Errington, Hansen, Rathy, Hutton, Watson and Murray finished the team challenge, respectively.

Urban Rail Event, Toronto, May 29-31

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 01:00:04 -0400

Come by Boardsports May 29th - 31st for this jam packed weekend to help raise money for the Sick Kids Foundation. Summer Water Sports (SWS), Canada’s largest water sports entertainment and service provider will be hosting the third annual “Summers for SickKids.” This urban wakeboard rail jam at Boardsports on Yonge Street helps raise money and awareness for Sick Kids Hospital. The SWS team is privileged to spend our summer months in sun doing what we love. However, so many children are not as fortunate and are have to spend their summers in hospitals. For this reason, SWS launched “Summers For Sicks Kids,” allowing riders from all over the country to showcase their talent for a great cause. All profits from this event will be donated to the SickKids Foundation.

Wake Games Kick Off With Qualifiers

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:57:44 -0400

The top wake athletes on the planet took to the waters of the Orlando Watersports Complex in Orlando, Fla. today for the opening rounds of the 2009 Air Nautique Wake Games, presented by ROCKSTAR. The four-day-long pro-am wakeboard event kicked off today with qualifying rounds for several pro and amateur divisions, eliminating a majority of the competition in the process.

Nearly 50 riders within ten heats hit the water today for the Pro Men’s division qualifiers. Only the top-two riders in each heat advanced, sending a majority of the competition home. Canadian young gun, Olivier Derome posted the high score of the day with a 97.25 to advance along with the 19 other riders to the following round and invitations to the draft.

Red Bull Wake The Line Germany, May 1 09

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:55:14 -0400

The success of last year's Red Bull Wake The Line got a lot of attention in the wake red bull wake the linescene. That's why the urban wakeboard and wakeskate contest will go into round two on May 1st at the same location in Cologne! Four separate pools connected by kickers and rails and towed by the unique Sesitec System 2.0 make a total of 320 meters of wake heaven. New obstacles and $10.000 prize money will attract international top riders like Shawn Watson (USA), Collin Harrington (USA), Leo Labadens (FRA) and the 3-time world champion Berhard Hinterberger from Oberaudort (GER). Two wildcard spots will be given away at the Warm-Up session in Langenfeld to complete the roster of 24 riders.

King of Wake Series Kicks Off With Wake Games

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:53:50 -0400

The world’s premier pro wakeboarding series, the King of Wake, is set to kick off the 2009 season in Orlando, Fla. with its first event of the year, the Air Nautique Wake Games, presented by ROCKSTAR. The four-day-long event held at the Orlando Watersports Complex, April 23-26, is the first of eight stops throughout the United States on the 2009 tour.

WWA Wake Park World Championships Results

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 23:22:24 -0400

Wins for Nick Davies, Dean Smith, Reed Hansen among others... Next Stop, Orlando June 12th.

The 2009 WWA Wake Park World Championships finished last week after 5 days of intense competition and amazing festivities. The event capped off with the wake park, rail park, and boat events including over 250 riders representing 21 countries from all across the globe.

WakeBoarding Mag Wake House - Ride With Rusty!

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:14:18 -0400

Your best week ever. That’s what WAKEBOARDING Magazine is offering with the 2009 Wake House. Our Orlando lakefront dream house will be a revolving door of pro riders and WAKEBOARDING editors. You’ll get daily professional instruction on top-of-the-line gear behind the world’s best wake boats, and you'll be riding with pros like Rusty Malinoski, Zane Schwenk, Danny Harf and Parks Bonifay.

Check Out Jay Bay School of Wake

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 23:56:07 -0400

Jay Bay School of Wake, located in Winnipeg, boasts one of Canada's top riders as an instructor - Jason Bannatyne. Ride behind a Malibu VLX & take your riding to the next level.

The Derome Brothers - Interview

Wed, 28 May 2008 22:13:10 -0400

Each one has their own style, unique personality, and energy.

Oli, is the older brother who at 22 is some what of a seasoned veteran. He has been competing on the Pro Wakeboard Tour for years now. Last season he broke in to the top twenty with a 17th place over all finish. Oli, is an amazing coach, a bundle of positive energy and pretty much gets along with and knows everyone.

Raph, is the young brother Who has been continually blowing up. Raph has
forged his own path and is recognized as being force and style of his
own. Despite describing him self as a free rider Raph has also become a
serious competitor in the Canadian scene and is looking for more success
on the junior Pro Tour this season.

Meet Jason Bannatyne - Interview

Sun, 16 Sep 2007 22:54:01 -0400

If you’re not familiar with the name Jason Bannatyne, you soon will be. Prior to 2007 Jason had some great results, but 07 has been a breakout year. Earlier this summer Jason won Jr. Men’s at Wakestock. He followed that up by winning Jr. Men’s at Nationals and narrowly missed the Open Mens Finals. Read up on Jason B...

Mark McMorris - Interview

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 21:08:45 -0400

Mark McMorris is one of Canada's future stars both in wakeboarding and snowboarding. Hailing from Saskatchewan, Mark rides with some of the best wakeboarders in Canada (Hollick, Burwell, Stumborg, Miller, Leugner), including his older brother Craig, which will no doubt push him to new heights in the coming years.

Ashley Leugner - Interview

Mon, 06 Aug 2007 17:37:24 -0400

After finishing 9th on the Pro Wakeboard Tour in her first season, Ashley Leugner is on of Canada's rising stars and a great ambassador for the sport. On the water Ashley is described as "definitely not girly style ... big and smooth." Read up on Saskatchewan's Ashley Leugner.

Kyle Rattray - The Interview

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 22:07:56 -0400

Kyle Rattray is one of Canada's top wakeboarders. In the past few years he's gone from a local rider in Haliburton to an X-Cup Tour Champ in Ontario to a top Pro on the US Pro Wakeboard Tour. He's also one of the nicest guys on the tour. Read our interview with Kyle...

Canada's Wakeboarding Hotspot

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 01:45:50 -0400

One of the most underrated provinces in Canada is starting to make their mark in the map in the wakeboard scene. Saskatchewan, home of Rusty “The Bonecrusher” Malinoski, is beginning to prove that there is room for more than one pro wakeboarder within its borders. Props go out to Rusty for putting us on the map and showing us that it is possible for a small town kid to make it big.