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World Wake Association Announces 2017 Malibu Evolution Pro Series Schedule

(May 5, 2017) – The World Wake Association (WWA) and Malibu Boats are proud to announce the return of the highly anticipated Malibu Evolution Pro Series for 2017. This season will include three global Wakeboard World Series (WBWS) stops featuring the sport’s elite Pro Men and Pro Women athletes behind Malibu’s world-renowned M235. This year, stop two of the series will also include Pro Men and Pro Women Wakesurf divisions. “The WWA and Malibu have a shared passion to put wakeboarding on the world stage and we’re excited to have the opportunity once again to work together on this amazing event series,” said WWA President Shannon Starling. “The Malibu Evolution Pro takes us to some of wakeboarding’s most beautiful venues each year and 2017 looks to be the best yet!”

The Malibu Evolution Pro series enters its third season in delivering the pinnacle of wakeboard competition to amazing locations around the world. As the global culture of our sport continues to grow, these events introduce wakeboarding to new audiences on a first-class platform with athletes competing for $175,000 in overall series prize money. “I’m pumped for every stop of this year’s Malibu Evolution Pro Series. We’re going to some new, amazing places and I’m especially stoked to see everyone crush it behind the M235 with the level of riding going down right now. It’s going to be insane,” said Malibu Pro rider Oliver Derome. Stop one heads to Loudon, TN on July 7-8 for the Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro. Stop two will travel to beautiful Vienna, Austria September 1-3 for the Vienna Pro which will include Pro Wakesurf divisions. Stop three caps off the series in Shigha, Japan at the Biwa Pro on September 15-17. “We are thrilled to once again partner with The WWA for this year’s Evolution Pro Series,” said Malibu Boats CEO Jack Springer. “Being able to treat world-renowned wakeboard and wakesurf athletes with the class and comfort they deserve and then to watch them compete in some of the world’s most beautiful venues is something I look forward to every year. This year is incredibly special! Not only because we will be visiting phenomenal venues, but also because we’ll be bringing this event to our world headquarters in Loudon, TN., just outside of Knoxville. Kicking this event off right here at home before traveling to Austria and Japan will make for one of the best and most unique event series to date.”

2017 Malibu Evolution Pro Series Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro Loudon, Tennessee July 7-8 Malibu Vienna Pro Vienna, Austria September 1-3 Malibu Biwa Pro Shiga, Japan September 15-17                                                                    # # # 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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Inside Wake – Nautique Wake Open 2017

Dean Smith shows us some of the lighter moments off the water at the 2017 Nautique Wake Open presented by Rockstar in this edition of Inside Wake.

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Stakes at an All-time High in the Race for the 2017 Wakeboard World Series Title

The Nautique Wake Open presented by Rockstar is the Wakeboard World Series’ (WBWS) annual homecoming event. With nearly every professional rider based out of Orlando, FL for most of the year, an element of comfort and community is at play with the presence of family and friends on the shoreline along with the extended family of wake’s amateur competitors. Serving as stop two of the WBWS after kicking things off in Australia, the Nautique Wake Open set the pace for the season in a race to the top of the rankings.

There has never been a better time to be a wakeboarder. A statement that may very well seem crazy to some; after experiencing the energy at the Nautique Wake Open, the exciting current state of the sport cannot be ignored. The level of competition has never been higher, the bond between riders has never been stronger, and the new order of wakeboarding’s elite have taken the reigns on a mission to redefine the sport to something entirely their own.

Photo: Rodrigo Donoso

 

Photo: Rodrigo Donoso

With Harley Clifford back in the mix, riders are forced to play a different game. The simplicity of who stands, who falls, and who lands one banger to set themselves apart will no longer be enough to win. It may not even be enough to get on the podium. We saw the master at work in the final not only off the wake, but in his decisions on the dock to tailor his run to the moment.

As the boat settled into idle after the final rider was down, the gravity of the sport’s current state  became very real. In less than ideal conditions, the podium came down to a margin of who stood up in runs of double flips, 1080’s and mobe 5’s. Harley Clifford played a game of strategy after Mike Dowdy went down with series leader Cory Teunissen on the dock behind him. Clifford put the pressure on with two stand-up passes that kicked off with a double tantrum and held back on his crow 7 and double half cab into the wind for a front mobe 5 and a blind pete. Rolling the dice in the chop, Cory went for a 1080 on his first trick and went down, leaving him with just enough real estate for two more tricks in his first pass. Pass two was do or die as Teunissen came out swinging with a backmobe 5, crow 5, and a heel 9 before going down on the 1080, once again putting him just off the podium in fourth. Always game to play the spoiler, Noah Flegel had gone beast mode earlier in the heat with two 9’s and two mobe 5’s in a power move for third. Dowdy’s clean double flips landed him in second, and the king returned to his throne with perfect execution in first.

Photo: Rodrigo Donoso

Heading to Brazil this week for the third WBWS event of 2017, the pressure is on the top seven to maintain their momentum and stay in the hunt for the title. Failure to make it out of a semifinal round will kill any hopes of winning the overall series, putting the stakes in ever heat at an all-time high with six events remaining on the schedule. Stay tuned-in this weekend @TheWWA on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook for updates from Campeonato Mundial de Wakeboard 2017 at Clube Serra da Moeda in Nova Lima, Brazil!

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Harley Clifford Winning Run – 2017 Nautique Wake Open

Harley Clifford put himself back on top of the WWA Wakeboard World Series rankings with this winning run at the 2017 Nautique Wake Open presented by Rockstar.

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WWA World Series Rundown Nautique Wake Open Finals Day

Brad Smeele and Shaun Murray sit down with Harley Clifford after his big with at the Nautique Wake Open presented by Rockstar in this episode of the WWA World Series Rundown.

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Harley Clifford and Giorgia Gregorio Win the Nautique Wake Open presented by Rockstar Energy

Orlando, FL (‪April 30, 2017) All eyes were on the water today as the energy from a crowded shoreline projected to some of the most intense competition ever during the Nautique Wake Open finals. The industry-leading Super Air Nautique G23 has become synonymous with progressive moments in and out of competition and today we witnessed an incredible level of riding that is quickly becoming the standard for wakeboarding’s elite. Cory Teunissen (AUS), Mike Dowdy (USA), and Harley Clifford (AUS) are gridlocked into a game of trading double flips, 1080’s, and mobe 5’s with no margin for error. Teunissen went down on a 1080 right out of the gate before moving on to a combination of bangers to finish in fourth place with a score of 79.67. Nautique rider Noah Flegel (USA) looked unfazed by the conditions bringing an intensity that earned him a third place podium spot with a score of 82.33 after throwing two 900’s and two mobe 5’s. Nautique superstar Mike Dowdy took advantage of the epic pull behind 4X wakeboard and 3X wakesurf boat of the year, the Super Air Nautique G23, taking second with a masterful run through challenging conditions. Landing a crow 5 right off the bat, Dowdy put down two double flips and a plethora of unique spin variations for a second place score of 87.67. Harley Clifford remained on track with his sights set on the top spot, once again hitting a double tantrum on his first trick, a tail grab KGB, and a melon toe nine for the win with a score of 91.67. The win put Harley back in the number one spot on the Wakeboard World Series rankings in just his second contest back. “Stoked to take the podium finish today at the Nautique Wake Open! The Super Air Nautique G23 is the boat you want to be behind when conditions are tough. The wake was huge and clean all weekend long and the level of riding continues to be the highest to date,” – said Nautique Athlete Mike Dowdy.

Nautique rider Erika Lang (USA) cranked into the wake landing a missive heelside front roll on her way to a third place score of 79.00. Tarah Mikacich (USA) started her run off with a big wrapped KGB, following it up with a clean batwing and indy tantrum. Giorgia Gregorio’s (ITA) massive whirlybird and moby dick set her apart to take the win with a score of 86.00. The Pro Wakeskaters on the Nautique Wake Series are the best in the world without question. Adapting to challenging conditions, consistency separated the field who put on a show of control and technical mastery. James Balzer (CDN), known for his toughness in windy conditions maintained a perfect balance of strategy and entertainment with a run that saw him stomp heelside a score of 74.00. Placing Second with a toeside indy shuvand a backside 360 to score 85.00 for the win. Austin Polterock (USA) went huge with a switch big spin and mute 360 to take second with a score of 79.33. In third, fan favorite Reed Hansen (USA) crushed it, throwing an indy shuv, and huge 360 variations for a score of 70.00. “I’m stoked to start the season off with a win. The boys are all ripping and the competition is tighter than ever. Thank you to everyone that is a part of making these events happen and I’ll see you at the next one!” – said James Balzer.

Guenther Oka (USA), Elliot Digney (AUS), and Luca Kidd (GBR) threw down in the Jr. Pro Men’s final proving that wakeboarding’s trend of progression runs deep with no signs of slowing down. Oka remained dominant throughout the weekend leading him to the top of the podium with a score of 88.33. Style is a word continuously used when referring to the wakeboard and wakepark world champion who threw down a run riddled with magic including a switch pete that was unreal. Elliot Digney’s double backroll and relentless attack earned him a second place score of 83.33 followed by Luca Kidd in third scoring 76.67.

The Jr. Women final Shannon Sahinbas (USA) went for it, landing a toeside-wrapped backside 360 taking the win with a score of 80.00. In second Mary Morgan Howell (USA) shredded her way to a 71.67 score, followed by the amazing Hollie Waldrop (USA) in third. The always exciting Men’s 2 final got the crowd jumping with Kevin Hutts (USA) throwing a big mute roll to revert for the win scoring 80.00. In second Corbin Blanton (USA) has the best OHH in the midwest earning him a score of 68.33. The third place spot went to BenVens (USA) from with a score of 40.00.

“The Nautique Wake Open kicks off the summer of wake each year for North America.  Along with being a great family event, it is the first peek into the tricks the world’s best riders have been perfecting this off-season. The finals exceed expectations as we witnessed and incredible battle behind the award-winning G23!” said Nautique President Greg Meloon. Click Here For a full list of results from day 4 of the Nautique Wake Open. Dedicated to progressing the sport from the ground up, the Nautique Wake Series puts riders first, developing the stars of tomorrow and showcasing the top athletes of today with every major event held behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The Nautique Wake Series is the only event series that gives riders of all ages, gender and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level. For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here. # # # 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 22 world records, the G-Series has won numerous awards for wakeboard boat andwakesurf 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 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 outwww.thewwa.com.

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