Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro Set to be a Turning Point in the Wakeboard World Series

Heading into the Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro, analyzing the competitive wake landscape goes beyond current rankings and recent performances. A look on Instagram proves the progression train continues to gain speed with the top 10 regularly hitting some insane new trick or line. It’s exciting; you never know who is going to come out of nowhere with a double or 1080 in their arsenal to cause a major upset. As we sit today, there is a 55 point spread among the top seven ranked riders on the WWA Wakeboard World Series with five remaining events. There is no playing it safe and as every winning run seems to consist of pure magic. These athletes have departed the realm of simply being really good, redefining what it means and what it takes to be great.

So who do you got? Mike Dowdy is on a hot streak and Harley is in the #1 spot with mind blowing back-up runs to his mind blowing mainrun. Nic Rapa grabbed a big win in Brazil and Shota has everything ittakes cause an upset at the top. Noah Flegel is proving to be more of a freak by the day, Iacconi’s hitting doubles and Cory Teunnissen has 1080’s on lock paired with doubles. This week, Dean Smith posted a double tantrum that looked too easy, making every round scary for anyone that draws him in their heat. The Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro is set to be the turning point for the WWA Wakeboard World Series with the world of wake focused on every move. Join us July 7-8 on Watts Bar Lake by boat or by land to witness the next generation redefine the sport pass by pass.

CLICK HERE for the schedule of events. Location: Malibu Boats Factory 5075 Kimberly Way Loudon, TN 37774 United States

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The Malibu WWA Rider Experience Returns to Canada July 21-23 in Peterborough, Ontario!

The Malibu WWA Rider Experience Returns to Canada July 21-23 in Peterborough, Ontario!

The 2017 Malibu WWA Rider Experience returns to Canada July 21-23 in Peterborough, Ontario. This amazing event series takes riders to the next level in their own back yard with Malibu Pro riders and world-class boats. Join Raph Derome, Oli Derome, and Chad Sharpe for a weekend of wake you don’t want to miss! Get your run dialed on Freeride Friday and get in the mix on Saturday with the WWA Amateur contest and Malibu Pro Card qualifier in conjunction with the Ontario Wake Series! Surf Gate Sunday brings world-class waves created by Malibu Boats to you, getting everyone on the water from first timers to seasoned competitors!

Hosted by

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The Malibu WWA Rider Experience is a series of regionally placed amateur events around the US and Canada for all WWA amateur divisions and Jr. Pro Men’s

Any rider can compete at any and all Malibu WWA Rider Experience Events.

Entry Fee
Amateur Contest in conjunction with Ontario Wake Series $75 USD
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Contest, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience)
Amateur Wakesurf Competition $75 USD
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Contest, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience)
Jr. Pro Men $100 USD ($150 after 7/10/17)
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Contest, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience)
Pro Card Qualifier $100 USD ($150 after 7/10/17)
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Pro Card Qualifier, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience)
Wakesurf Experience $25.00 USD

Freeride Friday $25.00 USD

Judges Experience $25.00 USD

$50 Late fee for Jr. Pro Division & Pro Card Qualifier starting July 10th at 5:00pm EST

A Waterski Wakeboard Ontario Membership is required to compete in the WWA Amateur Contest

CLICK HERE  for the schedule of events!

Pro Athletes Attending: 

Raph Derome, Oli Derome, and Chad Sharpe

Location:
Del Crary Park
Peterborough, Ontario Canada

 

Malibu Boat dealers in each region will host the WWA Rider Experiences and WWA Pro Card Qualifiers beginning in Florida and working its way across North America. Information and registration can be found by visiting http://ift.tt/1YezdfT.

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VIDEO: Malibu Rider Experience West 2017

Another ultimate wake weekend went down at the 2017 Malibu WWA Rider Experience West in Winlock, WA June 23-25. Riders hit the waters of Koppert Lake with Malibu Pro riders for Freeride Friday, the WWA Regional Championships on Saturday, and the Willamette River for Surfgate Sunday!

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2017 Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships Presented by Rockstar Hits BSR Cable Park July 27-30

(June 28, 2017) – The World Wake Association (WWA) and Nautique Boat Company announce the 2017 Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships July 27-30 at BSR Cable Park in Waco, TX. The first stop of the WWA Wake Park World Series, this action packed event features the top professional wakepark riders in the world along with all WWA amateur divisions competing in both Features Only and Traditional Cable disciplines. The Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships event will once again serve as the final stop of the 2017 WWA Wake Park Points Chase Series. Each season, wake parks across the U.S. host a local series of events to qualify riders to compete for team and individual national titles. Riders must place within the top five in their division through their local wake park series to qualify. All Pro divisions may qualify through their local wake park or in the National Championships pre-qualifying round. Professional riders from around the world will kick off the five stop Wake Park World Series with U.S. riders attempting to qualify for their chance to compete at the 2017 WWA Wake Park World Championships. “We’re looking forward to taking the Nautique WWA Wake Park Nationals back to BSR! Their amazing facility and unique features are sure to play host to some of the most progressive riding of the season. As this community of riders continues to grow, The WWA Wake Park National Championships has become a park rider reunion event for the entire family. We look forward to seeing you there!” said WWA Executive Director Corrie Wilson. WHAT:                 Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships WHEN:                 July 27-30, 2017 WHERE:              BSR Cable Park – 5347 Old Mexia Rd. Waco, TX 76705  *REGISTRATION WILL OPEN JULY 5TH FOR QUALIFIED RIDERS*  Host Hotel: Holiday Inn & Suites Waco Northwest 1801 Development Blvd. Waco, TX 76705 Link: https://goo.gl/WtXBEL Group Code “WW2” Nearby Airports: Dallas Ft -Worth (DFW) 113 Miles to BSR/104 Miles to Hotel Dallas Love Field (DAL) 105 Miles to BSR/97 Miles to Hotel Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) 121 Miles to BSR/115 Miles to Hotel Waco Regional Airport (ACT) 15 Miles to BSR/8 Miles to hotel. For more information on the 2017 WWA Wake Park World Series Click Here. For more information about the WWA Points Chase series, visit pointschase.com and view a complete list of 2017 participating parks. If you are interested in your local park hosting an event, contact them about hosting a weekly series for a chance to qualify for the Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships. # # # About Nautique Boat Company: Celebrating 92 years of excellence in the marine industry, Nautique is a subsidiary of Correct Craft and has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Nautique is known to push the envelope of possibility on the water, and our owners have come to expect nothing but the absolute best. The Ski Nautique 200 has changed waterskiing with 21 world records, the G-Series has won numerous awards for wakeboard boat and wakesurf boat of the year while unlocking new possibilities in wakeboarding and wakesurfing, and our Sport Series has given families endless days on the water without compromise. Through our Nautique Cares initiatives, we’re dedicated to not only making a difference on the water, but to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com. About Rockstar: Rockstar Energy Drink is designed for those who lead active lifestyles – from Athletes to Rockstars. Available in over 25 flavors at convenience and grocery outlets in over 30 countries, Rockstar supports the Rockstar lifestyle across the globe through Action Sports, Motor Sports, and Live Music. For more information, visit: http://ift.tt/18oEiwP About the Wake Park Points Chase Series: Founded in 2010, The National Points Chase was created to give young wakeboarder’s and wakeskater’s the opportunity to not only better their skills, but also compete against their peers in a fun environment. Two weekly series (Traditional & Features Only) are hosted at cable wake parks across the United States. The final event of the season, the National Points Championship is the largest cable wakeboard event in the United States. For more information visit: www.PointsChase.com About The WWA: The World Wake Association is the global leader in wake sports sanctioning. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. With 27 affiliate countries worldwide, the WWA is a rider-formed organization dedicated to promoting and growing wake sports worldwide. It is the primary source for riders, event organizers and competitive standards. For more information on the WWA and its events, check out www.thewwa.com

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2017 Malibu WWA Rider Experience North Lands in Pleasant Prairie, WI July 14-16!

The hottest rider development series on the water lands in Pleasant Prairie, WI July 14-16 for the Malibu WWA Rider Experience North and Regional Championships. Freeride Friday gives you the chance to hang out and ride with an all-star lineup of Malibu’s top Pro riders to dial in your run. Saturday’s WWA Regional Championships North features all amateur divisions competing to qualify for the WWA Wakeboard National Championships along with the Malibu WWA Pro Card Qualifier. Surf Gate Sunday caps off the action getting everyone on the water to surf the big, clean, never-ending waves produced by Malibu’s amazing line of world-class boats. Hosted by CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Malibu WWA Rider Experience is a series of regionally placed amateur events around the US for all WWA amateur divisions and Jr. Pro Men’s Each Rider Experience event is open to all riders, however, all riders must compete in their respective WWA Regional Championships to be invited to the 2017 WWA Wakeboard National Championships (Boat Only). All Amateur Competitors – Seeding for the WWA Wakeboard National Championships will be based on competing in the Malibu WWA Rider Experience Regional Championships. If you are competing in the 2017 WWA Wakeboard National Championships and were 1st in your division in 2016 then you will be top seed.  All other riders will be seeded from the WWA Regional Championships. Any rider can compete at any and all Malibu WWA Rider Experience Events. Riders will only receive seeding when competing in their region. Entry Fee Amateur Regional Championships $75 USD (INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience) Amateur Wakesurf Competition $75 USD (INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience) Jr. Pro Men $100 USD ($150 after 7/3/17) (INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience) A Pro Card Qualifier $100 USD ($150 after 7/3/17) (INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience) Wakesurf Experience $25.00 USD Freeride Friday $25.00 USD Judges Experience $25.00 USD $50 Late fee for Jr. Pro Division & Pro Card Qualifier starting July 3rd at 5:00pm EST A WWA Membership is required to compete in the WWA Regional Championships CLICK HERE  for the schedule of events!   Pro Athletes Attending:  Amber Wing, Massi Piffaretti, Brian Grubb, Parker Siegele & Raph Derome Location: Pleasant Prairie Rec Plex 9900 Terwall Terrace Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 United States + Google Map Website: http://ift.tt/1Z4Ohgl   Malibu Boat dealers in each region will host the WWA Rider Experiences and WWA Pro Card Qualifiers beginning in Florida and working its way across North America. Information and registration can be found by visitinghttp://ift.tt/1YezdfT.

 

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Luca Kidd Takes His First Jr. Pro Win at the Malibu WWA Rider Experience West and Regional Championships

West Linn, OR (June 26, 2017) – Exploring the beauty of the Pacific Northwest in two locations, the Malibu WWA Rider Experience West was unforgettable. Hosted by Active Watersports, the community converged on Koppert Lake with cars, tents, and RV’s for Freeride Friday along with Malibu pro athletes to get ready for the WWA West Regional Championships. The stoke was at an all-time high on Saturday with riders in all divisions represented from contest veterans to those making their competitive debut on every board they could get their hands on. Surf Gate Sunday moved to West Linn, OR with a beautiful backdrop to match the perfection of Malibu’s endless surf waves. “We had an amazing weekend at the first Pacific Northwest Malibu WWA Rider Experience and are excited about all the new faces we saw competing for their very first time! Thank you to Malibu once again and to Active Watersports for being such great hosts,” said WWA Executive Director Corrie Wilson. The WWA West Regional Championships represented what wake is all about with riders experiencing competition for the first time, making the starting dock a party to meet new friends. Legendary Koppert Lake played the perfect host to the action, creating an amazing combination that felt like part wakeboard contest and part family reunion.

Jr. Pro Men’s rider Luca Kidd (GBR) took his first event win, digging deep after an early fall forcing him to pull out all of the stops against an international field for a score of 90.83. Just missing the top spot, Korea’s Sanhyun Yun scored 89.17 in second with some stylish and technical riding that included 540 mobes and a 900. Kevin Duffy (U.S.A.) rounded out the podium in third with 75.00 points sticking a H/S 720 and tantrum to blind and three mobes. In the Amateur Wakeskate division, Hunter Smith (CDN) threw down a big shuv and a body varial for the win scoring 70.00. Cole Osborn (WA) placed second with a score of 53.33 after an ollie 360 and shuv followed by Gunnar Henthorn (WA) in third with 45.00 points. Hannah Treml (WA) and Avery Jo Wylie (WA) put on a show for the crowd in an intense battle for girls division gold.  Tremle took the win with some stylish grabs and a 180 to score 86.67. Avery showed some great board control and excitement along with big wake jumps to earn a second place score of 65.00 We had some first time competitors and experienced veterans coming together for a fun session during the Wakesurf competition. Brad Gearhart (FL) took the win demonstrating use of the entire wave along with an air and a 360 to score 80.00. Josh Russel (OR) carved and snapped his way through two stand up passed to place second with 63.33 points followed by Aiden Scott (OR) in third with a score of 53.33.

Surf Gate Sunday moved to the Willamette River in West Linn, OR for an amazing time shredding behind Malibu’s amazing line of boats. New surfers were hooked, getting first-class instruction from Malibu Pro riders along with some local shredders who dialed in some big tricks. The Malibu WWA Rider Experience heads North to Pleasant Prairie, WI July 14–16 for the next round of the world’s most popular rider development series. To find a Rider Experience event near you visit http://ift.tt/2pZIzlI. # # # About Malibu: Malibu Boats is the world’s largest manufacturer of watersports towboats, owning over one-third of the worldwide market share. Malibu sells the Wakesetter, M235 and Response models — as well as the Axis Wake Research brand — through a global dealer network. With approximately 525 employees worldwide and three manufacturing facilities in California, Tennessee, and Australia, Malibu builds boats to help you live a #lifewithoutlimits on the water. [NASDAQ: MBUU] | @malibuboats  |  #evolutionproseries | Malibuboats.com. About Rockstar: Rockstar Energy Drink is designed for those who lead active lifestyles – from Athletes to Rockstars. Available in over 25 flavors at convenience and grocery outlets in over 30 countries, Rockstar supports the Rockstar lifestyle across the globe through Action Sports, Motor Sports, and Live Music. For more information, visit: RockstarEnergy.com/ About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of towed boardsports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 6,000 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience.  For more information on the World Wake Association, check out TheWWA.com.

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Malibu WWA Rider Experience South Showcases Progressive Riding from the Region’s Best in Mooresville, NC

Mooresville, NC (June 19, 2017) – The Malibu WWA Rider Experience South saw the region’s wake community come together in full force for an incredible weekend on Lake Norman hosted by Malibu Boats of Charlotte. Malibu Pro athletes were on hand all weekend long to give riders all-access to the best of the best in instruction and competition behind world-class Malibu Wakesetter and MXZ series boats. Freeride Friday saw amazing weather with everyone from wakeboarding’s hottest up and comers to first-time riders hitting the water to push their skills to the next level. The WWA South Regional Championships went off on Saturday including the Malibu Pro Card Qualifier #3 and all WWA amateur, Jr. Pro, and wakesurf divisions. Surf Gate Sunday kept the stoke high with massive waves of perfection unlike anything else on the water. “Thank you to Malibu Boats for another great event! We had an awesome turnout and it was great to have the riders and parents so engaged in everything both on and off the water. Our Judges Experience session was a huge success and the riding was all-time! We look forward to seeing everyone next weekend in the West Region,” said WWA Executive Director Corrie Wilson. Saturday’s WWA Regional Championships was full of firsts and competitive returns with high fives, spills, thrills and double flips. Competing for their chance to represent the south this year at the WWA Wakeboard National Championships, cheers from family and friends on the shoreline had riders super-charged with amazing performances and smiles throughout the day. In the Boy’s division, Fynn Bullock-Womble (NC) threw down a wrapped KGB and a T/S 720 taking first place with a score of 90.00. In second, Thomas Herman (IN) scored 81.67 followed by local Lake Norman ripper Daniel Johnson (NC) in third with 76.00. The Masters division saw the competitive return of fan favorite Adam Fields (NC) with his signature style and massive tricks scoring 76.67 for the win. Brian O’Neal (NC) came in second with 50.33 followed by Taylor Jimenez (GA) in third scoring 50.00. In recent years, progression in the Jr. Women’s division has been unreal with riders taking an aggressive approach to hitting an entirely new realm of tricks. The incredible wake behind the Malibu 23 LSV hosted stylish, technical runs from division stars. Shannon Sahinbas (FL) landed her signature wrapped T/S B/S 360 for a winning score of 63.33. The amazing, multi-talented Mary Morgan Howell (AL) came in second with a score of 53.33 followed by Kate Crews (NC) scoring 33.33 in third. The Wakesurf competition cranked up the world-famous wave behind the Malibu 22MXZ with a great crew. Beaux Wildman (IN) showed some sick style cracking the lip for the win with a score of 70.00. Kiko Williams (NC) placed second scoring 56.67 and Francisco Cabezas (FL) placed third with 46.67. Ashleigh Nyborg (NC) killed it in the Women’s Wakesurf division throwing a 180 and riding switch for the win scoring 93.33. The Jr. Pro South Regional Championships saw a crazy final round with Tyler Higham taking his second consecutive win of the season. Higham brought home a winning score of 87.33 going big and technical with his west coast style. Elliot Digney (AUS) put it all together with back-to-back double flips and a KGB 540 scoring 81.33 followed by Luca Kidd (GBR) in third with a score of 67.33. Surf Gate Sunday had first-time riders shredding the endless Malibu wave, igniting the spark of passion for our life on the water. As the Malibu WWA Rider Experience continues across the nation, our community of wake continues to grow with this unique series dedicated to the progression of all things wake. To find a Rider Experience event near you visit http://ift.tt/2pZIzlI. # # # About Malibu: Malibu Boats is the world’s largest manufacturer of watersports towboats, owning over one-third of the worldwide market share. Malibu sells the Wakesetter, M235 and Response models — as well as the Axis Wake Research brand — through a global dealer network. With approximately 525 employees worldwide and three manufacturing facilities in California, Tennessee, and Australia, Malibu builds boats to help you live a #lifewithoutlimits on the water. [NASDAQ: MBUU] | @malibuboats  |  #evolutionproseries | Malibuboats.com. About Rockstar: Rockstar Energy Drink is designed for those who lead active lifestyles – from Athletes to Rockstars. Available in over 25 flavors at convenience and grocery outlets in over 30 countries, Rockstar supports the Rockstar lifestyle across the globe through Action Sports, Motor Sports, and Live Music. For more information, visit: RockstarEnergy.com/ About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of towed boardsports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 6,000 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience.  For more information on the World Wake Association, check out TheWWA.com.

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RIDING ORDER: Malibu Boats Regional Championships South

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World Class Wakeboarding and Family Fun at the WWA Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro July 8th!

The WWA Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro brings world-class wakeboarding to hometown family fun in Loudon, TN July 8th! Enjoy FREE face painting, caricatures, inflatables, and free ice cream for children under 12. Come by boat or by land and watch the best wakeboarders battle it out on the water at the fourth stop of the WWA Wakeboard World Series! This event will be one you don’t want to miss with great food, drinks, vendors and non-stop action. FREE FUN FOR ALL AGES! Inflatables  – Face Painting  – Caricature Drawing –  Autograph Signings and More! Free Ice Cream for Children 12 and Under While Supplies Last!

CLICK HERE for the schedule of events Main event Saturday, July 8th from 12:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.  Gates open at 10:00 a.m. Location: Malibu Boats Factory 5075 Kimberly Way Loudon, TN 37774

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2017 Malibu WWA Rider Experience West Heading to Black Diamond, WA!

The next stop of the Malibu WWA Rider Experience heads WEST hosted by Active Watersports on June 23-25. We have an amazing lineup of Malibu Pro riders along with the world-class Malibu Wakesetter and M-Series boats. Freeride Friday and Saturday’s WWA Regional Championships will be held on Koppert Lake in Winlock, WA. Surfgate Sunday will move to Willamette Park in West Linn, OR. Don’t miss your chance to take part in this amazing wake weekend for the entire family!

Hosted by

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
The Malibu WWA Rider Experience is a series of regionally placed amateur events around the US for all WWA amateur divisions and Jr. Pro Men’s

Each Rider Experience event is open to all riders, however, all riders must compete in their respective WWA Regional Championships to be invited to the 2017 WWA Wakeboard National Championships (Boat Only).

All Amateur Competitors – Seeding for the WWA Wakeboard National Championships will be based on competing in the Malibu WWA Rider Experience Regional Championships. If you are competing in the 2017 WWA Wakeboard National Championships and were 1st in your division in 2016 then you will be top seed.  All other riders will be seeded from the WWA Regional Championships.

Any rider can compete at any and all Malibu WWA Rider Experience Events. Riders will only receive seeding when competing in their region.

Entry Fee
Amateur Regional Championships $75 USD
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience)
Amateur Wakesurf Competition $75 USD
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience)
Jr. Pro Men $100 USD ($150 after 6/12/17)
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience) A
Pro Card Qualifier $100 USD ($150 after 6/12/17)
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience)
Wakesurf Experience $25.00 USD

Freeride Friday $25.00 USD

Judges Experience $25.00 USD

$50 Late fee for Jr. Pro Division & Pro Card Qualifier starting June 12th at 5:00pm EST

CLICK HERE for the schedule of events.

Pro Athletes Attending: Dallas Friday, Johnny Steig, Oli Derome, Brian Grubb, Jeff Langley.

June 23-24 Location:
Koppert Lake
215 Pine Tree Rd.
Winlock, WA 98596 United States

June 25 Location:
Willamette Park
1100 12th St.
West Linn, OR 97068 United States

Host Hotel Info:
Chehalis Holiday Inn Express & Suites
730 Liberty Place
Chehalis, WA 98523
360-740-1800
85 miles from PDX 80 miles from SEA 20 miles to event site
Website: CLICK HERE 

Malibu Boat dealers in each region will host the WWA Rider Experiences and WWA Pro Card Qualifiers beginning in Florida and working its way across North America. Information and registration can be found by visiting http://ift.tt/1YezdfT.

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Malibu Evolution Pro Series begins with the WWA Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro July 7-8

(June 5, 2017) – The World Wake Association (WWA) heads to the home of Malibu Boats in Loudon, TN to kick off the Malibu Evolution Pro Series on July 7-8 with the WWA Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro presented by Rockstar Energy. The fourth stop of the WWA Wakeboard World Series, this first-class event brings premier pro wakeboard action to its roots at the Malibu Factory in the heart of Tennessee.

The WWA Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro is stop one of the three stop global Malibu Evolution Pro Series. Stop two will head to Vienna, Austria for the WWA Malibu Vienna Pro followed by stop three in Shigha, Japan with the WWA Malibu Lake Biwa Pro.

“Malibu is very excited and looking forward to hosting the WWA Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro right here at our world headquarters on the beautiful Tennessee River,” said Malibu Boats CEO Jack Springer. “The opportunity to bring the top riders to our factory to compete behind Malibu’s M235 will be a truly amazing start to the Evolution Pro Series. It is also very exciting to be able to offer our hometown and all of the tremendous Malibu associates who build our great boats the opportunity to watch the Smoky Mountain Pro live and in person. We can’t wait to watch all of the action go down alongside our families, friends and fellow wakeboarding enthusiasts.”

This family-friendly event features the world’s elite professional Men and Women wakeboard athletes on the waters of Watts Bar Lake with the ability to watch the action by boat or on shore. The on-shore event venue at Malibu’s world headquarters will have free activities for all ages including autograph signings, inflatables, face painting, caricatures, and free ice cream for children under 12. The WWA Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro will be towed exclusively behind the Malibu’s world-class M235 towboat.

“It is a privilege to have the opportunity to take the Malibu Evolution Pro Series to the home of the entire Malibu Boats family. We look forward to showcasing wakeboarding’s elite athletes to the very people that work each day to build the product at the center of our incredible boating lifestyle,” said WWA President Shannon Starling.

The WWA Wakeboard World Series rankings currently stand at a 55 point spread among the top seven riders coming into stop number four. Going down in the early rounds at the WWA Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro could be a major season upset in the overall WBWS title race with just four events remaining on the schedule. Stay tuned on all WWA and Malibu Boats social media channels for updates and scores throughout the event.

WHAT:      WWA Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro

WHEN:      July 7-8, 2017

WHERE:   Malibu Boats Factory
5075 Kimberly Way
Loudon, TN 37774

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 About Malibu: Malibu Boats is the world’s largest manufacturer of watersports towboats, owning almost 50% of the worldwide market share. Malibu sells the Wakesetter, M235 and Response models — as well as the Axis Wake Research brand — through a global dealer network. With approximately 525 employees worldwide and three manufacturing facilities in California, Tennessee, and Australia, Malibu builds boats to help you live a #lifewithoutlimits on the water. [NASDAQ: MBUU] | @malibuboats  |  #thetruthisonthewater

About Rockstar: Rockstar Energy Drink is designed for those who lead active lifestyles – from Athletes to Rockstars. Available in over 25 flavors at convenience and grocery outlets in over 30 countries, Rockstar supports the Rockstar lifestyle across the globe through Action Sports, Motor Sports, and Live Music. For more information, visit: RockstarEnergy.com/

About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of towed boardsports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 6,000 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience.  For more information on the World Wake Association, check out TheWWA.com.

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2017 Malibu WWA Rider Experience South Heading to Lake Norman, NC!

Get ready for your ultimate wake weekend at the 2017 Malibu WWA Rider Experience South in Mooresville, NC June 16-18. Hit the waters of Lake Norman with Malibu Pro riders for Freeride Friday, the WWA Regional Championships on Saturday, and Surfgate Sunday! This amazing event promotes and showcases wakesports through rider development, competition, and a family friendly atmosphere; towed exclusively behind Malibu’s world-class wake boats.

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The Malibu WWA Rider Experience is a series of regionally placed amateur events around the US for all WWA amateur divisions and Jr. Pro Men’s

Each Rider Experience event is open to all riders, however, all riders must compete in their respective WWA Regional Championships to be invited to the 2017 WWA Wakeboard National Championships (Boat Only).

All Amateur Competitors – Seeding for the WWA Wakeboard National Championships will be based on competing in the Malibu WWA Rider Experience Regional Championships. If you are competing in the 2017 WWA Wakeboard National Championships and were 1st in your division in 2016 then you will be top seed.  All other riders will be seeded from the WWA Regional Championships.

Any rider can compete at any and all Malibu WWA Rider Experience Events. Riders will only receive seeding when competing in their region.

Entry Fee
Amateur Regional Championships $75 USD
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience)
Amateur Wakesurf Competition $75 USD
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience)
Jr. Pro Men $100 USD
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience)
Pro Card Qualifier $100 USD
(INCLUDES registration for Freeride Friday, Regional Championships, Surfgate Sunday and Judges Experience)
Wakesurf Experience $25.00 USD
Freeride Friday $25.00 USD
Judges Experience $25.00 USD

$50 Late fee for Jr. Pro Division & Pro Card Qualifier starting April 24th at 5:00pm EST

CLICK HERE for the schedule of events.

Pro Athletes Attending: Massi Piffaretti, Parker Siegele, Chad Sharpe, Tarah Mikacich, Amber Wing, Jordan Wolfe, Taylor Wolfe

Location:
Stumpy Creek Boat Landing
State Rd. 1301 Mooresville, NC 28117 United States

Host Hotel Info:
Holiday Inn Express Mooresville – Lake Norman
130 Norman Station Boulevard
Mooresville, NC 28117
704-662-6900
Website: CLICK HERE 

Malibu Boat dealers in each region will host the WWA Rider Experiences and WWA Pro Card Qualifiers beginning in Florida and working its way across North America. Information and registration can be found by visiting http://ift.tt/1YezdfT.

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