INT News…
The Definitive Product Clinic by CWB Board Co.
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. Watch the clinics at www.CWB-TV.com There is one hidden letter in each of the fifteen clinics. When all the letters are located and unscrambled, they spell out a word or words. To enter the contest go to the “contest” tab at www.ridecwb.com The winners will be drawn from the correct entries July 15th.
Be prepared to learn, laugh and win while learning why our stuff is better
Prize List:
Grand Prize: $1,000 retail credit toward anything CWB
Runner Up: Platinum wakeboard of your choice (Absolute, Transcend or Marius)
3rd – Pro wakeboard of your choice (Absolute, Transcend or Marius)
4th – Faction, Kink or Pure wakeboard with Hinge Tech boots
5th – Any Hinge Tech wake boot
6th – Any Proline rope package
7th – Any CWB wakesurfer
8th – Any CWB wakeskate
9th – Any CWB Neo vest
10th – Any CWB Apparel Item
11th – Any CWB Hat
12th – CWB Hinge Tech bottle opener
The INT Family Loses One of it’s Champions
Louisiana has lost one of it’s little up and coming riders. Valarie Hodges was a wakeboard ripper was from Baton Rouge, LA. The 10-year-old rode at INT stops in Texas and Arkansas last season. Representing team Texas, Valarie went on to INT US Championships to place on the podium in Jr. Entro. Valerie was an excellent student and a blessing to her family. She was a killer rider that will be missed. Valarie passed away on Sunday on the Amite rider where she was wakeboarding with her family. Please remember her family in your thoughts and prayers.
The family has set up accounts in her name at First Guaranty and Chase banks to help pay for funeral expenses.
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INT Introduces Wakeboard Masters Open
INT is adding another dimension to their progressive program. In an effort to stay on the cutting edge of the wakeboard industry, INT is going to offer a new division for the distinguished rider with mad skills. “It is very simple, wakeboarding is no longer a new sport,” says an INT wakeboard committee representative. “Most of the outstanding riders back in the day are still outstanding riders, but are now over the age of 30. They might not necessarily be able to ride with the younger talent, but can still kick it with riders their own age.”
The new division is for riders over the age of 30 who are throwing advanced to outlaw level tricks. These are the guys who remember when wakeboards didn’t have twin tips and are still riding hard. This division is intended to give mature riders a forum in which they can compete against riders of their same high caliber without having to compete with the younger crew. For more information and official rules, check out the INT Insider and Rule Book.
Rewritten Premier
The highly anticipated Hyperlite Team Film, Rewritten, is set to premier on June 24th at 8:30pm at the Plaza Theatre in Orlando, Florida. Join the cast and crew for the premier event of the summer. This red carpet event will include your favorite riders; Rusty Malinoski, JD Webb, Shaun Murray, Jimmy LaRiche, Erik Ruck, Chris O’Shea, Brian Grubb, Brandon Thomas and more. Director Keith Kipp will be joined by his staff from Alliance MultiMedia for the premier. Tickets can be purchased at the door and will include a raffle ticket for prizes to be handed out at the end of the movie! The Plaza Theatre has a Beer and Wine bar and seats are limited. Enjoy the evening with us as we debut Rewritten!
INT Unveils the New Oklahoma Tour this Weekend
Waterski, Wakeboard, Wake Skate and Kneeboard Event
Grove, OK (June 1, 2009) – June 6-7, the INT League will host waterski, wakeboard, wake skate and kneeboard events in Oklahoma for the first time. Snider’s Camp on Grand Lake is the location of the first and second stop, this Saturday and Sunday.
The INT League offers divisions for skiers, wakeboarders, wake skaters, and kneeboards from novice all the way up to pro. Each division is based on ability level, providing a non-intimidating environment for participants to compete against competitors of similar ability levels. INT offers divisions for both kids and adults. More information…
New CWB Boards and Boots
Lotus
The most popular female wakeboard package has gotten a celebrity makeover for 2009. The Lotus is shaped with four deep molded fins that create a solid edge, and two detachable center fins for superior stability while discovering the basics. The design features a continuous rocker line that is quick and still provides a predictable pop while the girls are learning new tricks. We wrapped the Lotus with a gorgeous sparkling top graphic that can double as your prom dress! Accessorize with the matching Ember, Sage, or Bliss boots with Hinge Tech for awesome looking and riding wakeboard package! The Lotus comes in 131 cm length.
Sage
The Sage got a reality-show makeover from top to bottom for 2009. First we stamped the Sage with our new 6-Plate technology eliminating 25% of the total weight! Next, we flipped the Hinge upside-down into the Switch Hinge which creates zero heel lift for the aggressive female rider. We also added Gorilla Grips for easy entry and exit along with lyrca-lined toe and heels pieces. Finally, we dressed the Sage in a dazzling white leather fabric with violet and turquoise overtones. Match the Sage with the Lotus wakeboard and launch your own pilot reality TV show!
The Sage comes in small, medium and large, and fits a wide range of sizes within each boot. You can even share…. but you may not want to.
The 2009 Lotus and Sage are available as a package at CWB dealers everywhere. Buy them together and save $100.00.
Learn more by visiting ridecwb.com or e-mail info@ridecwb.com
Hyperlite to release Rewritten: A Hyperlite Team Film
Nearly three years in the making, Hyperlite is excited to announce the premier of its new team film Rewritten. Shot through the eyes of former Hyperlite team rider Keith Kipp and produced by Alliance MultiMedia and Josh McWilliams, Rewritten offers you the inside perspective of being part of one of the most elite teams in the industry. Never before has there been a feature that tells the real story of the team, its individual members, and how they all ride together for one brand. From the company that started it all and with the biggest names in the sport, get ready to enjoy a wakeboard film that has rewritten the standard.
Rewritten will be available at your local wakeboarding pro shop in early June.
Featuring:
Rusty Malinoski , Shaun Murray, JD Webb, Jimmy LaRiche, Erik Ruck, Mike Schwenne, Brandon Thomas, Chris O’Shea, Brian Grubb
Also Including:
Josh Palma, Kyle Alberts, Jacob Valdez
“I can’t imagine anybody not liking it, just from the footage I’ve already seen and a couple of the teasers they’ve put together, it’s insane. Now that we’ve logged months of footage it’s definitely going to be one of the best videos.” Hyperlite Team Rider, Rusty Malinoski
“Most videos you’ll shoot for five days and you’ll have a section. This has been the most work on a video project I’ve been a part of and I just think the quality is showing through.” Hyperlite Team Rider, Shawn Murray
“I’ve been involved with some of Wakeboarding’s most groundbreaking films and from what I’ve seen so far this will be a visual treat like no other and should become the next film that all others are compared to” Hyperlite Marketing Manager, Greg Nelson
“The quality of the cinematography will blow you away and the approach and concept of this “team film” is totally unique. Rewritten is a must see for any true wakeboarder.” Editor-in-Chief – Alliance Wakeboard Magazine, Bill McCaffray
THE AIR NAUTIQUE WAKE GAMES RETURNS TO ORLANDO FOR THE THIRD STRAIGHT YEAR
Orlando, FLA (April 6, 2009) – Nautique will once again sponsor the Air Nautique Wake Games. For the third year in a row, this one-of-a-kind event will be held at the Orlando Watersports Complex from April 23-26 and will exclusively use the high performance, competition caliber Super Air Nautique 210 and 230 models.
Officially kicking off the professional wakeboarding season, the Air Nautique Wake Games is a unique experience in that pro and amateur riders alike are able to compete individually in their disciplines as well as come together to form teams that vie for a cash prize and the 2009 team title.
At the 2008 Wake Games, Team Murray, led by Nautique pro rider Shaun Murray, won the team competition; this marked the second year in a row that Team Murray took the first place title. This year, team riders J.D. Webb, Shawn Watson and Aaron Rathy will represent Nautique as captains during the team competition. These three along with many other Nautique athletes will compete against each other along with top riders from around the world.
“The entire Nautique team is excited to begin the 2009 wakeboarding season with one of the leading competitions of the year,” stated Correct Craft President/CEO Bill Yeargin. “The Wake Games is an interactive event blending a unique combination of individual and team competition that is truly one-of-a-kind and fun for the entire family.”
Celebrating 84 years of excellence in the marine industry, Correct Craft, Inc. is the producer of the Nautique line of boats. The manufacturer of Nautique is known for delivering superior quality product, cutting-edge technology and exceptional service experiences. To see the complete line of Nautique boats, visit www.nautiques.com.
NAUTIQUE INTRODUCES THE ALL-NEW TOTALLY-REDESIGNED CROSSOVER NAUTIQUE 226
Orlando, FLA (March 24, 2009) – Nautique is proud to bring the innovative Crossover Nautique 226 to the recreational watersports market. The completely revamped 226 combines bold automotive-inspired design with superior multi-sport performance.
Along with a spacious interior for 15 passengers, the Crossover Nautique 226 is equipped with an expanded wraparound lounge, spacious bow seating and convenient storage. The 226 comes complete with the new Nautique Stowable Observer’s Seat, a retractable seatback that allows for a multitude of new seating possibilities. Plus, in addition to a modified v hull and exceptional handling capabilities which allows this boat to cut through big, open water effortlessly, the 226 features a long transitional wake that is ideal for wakeboarding, wake surfing and more.
“All of us on the Nautique team are excited to present this innovative offering to the watersports market,” stated Correct Craft President/CEO Bill Yeargin. “The Crossover Nautique 226 brings together cutting edge technology, versatile performance and high quality features into one, first-class package.”
To experience the all-new Crossover Nautique 226 for yourself, visit www.nautiques.com/boatpages/226.
Celebrating 84 years of excellence in the marine industry, Correct Craft, Inc. is the producer of the Nautique line of boats. The manufacturer of Nautique is known for delivering superior quality product, cutting-edge technology and exceptional service experiences. To see the complete line of Nautique boats, visit www.nautiques.com.
Hyperlite It Girls present the Wakeover!
The Ultimate Wakeboard Makeover Contest
The Hyperlite It Girls Team is unveiling a contest where 1 lucky winner will receive the wakeboard makeover of a lifetime. The Wakeover Grand Prize will include a complete brand new wakeboard package including Board, Boots, Rope, Handle, Vest and Apparel. Best of all, she’ll also win a trip to Orlando to ride all of this gear with our It Girls during a photo shoot where the winner can also get in front of the camera and go home with a set of professional pictures. To enter the summer long competition, please email us at itgirls@hyperlite.com. Let us know in 200 words or less why you deserve the Ultimate Wakeboard Makeover, and include a picture of yourself in your current wakeboarding gear. Our It Girls will select up to 50 finalists and then the winner will be drawn at random.
For more details log onto www.hyperlite.com
Email Entries to itgirls@hyperlite.com
Entry Deadline August 1st, 2009
Winner will be announced during the Reno Pro Tour, August 15th, 2009
Grand Prize: Ultimate Wakeboard Makeover
1st Prize: New 2010 Syn Wakeboard
2nd Prize: New 2010 Syn Boot
5 3rd Place Prizes: Hyperlite Girls Apparel Package
INT Expands into Utah and Oklahoma
INT is excited to introduce two new state coordinators in Utah and Oklahoma! Dustin and Brooke Taylor will be hosting events in Utah this summer. Gary and SuzAnne Hibbing will be coordinating INT events in Oklahoma. Both couples are exited to come on board and make a difference in their water sports community.
New State Coordinators are required to participate in a three day training program where they are taught all of the trade secrets that have helped to make the INT League the most successful amateur waterski, wakeboard, kneeboard and wakeskate tournament tour. “Rookie Camp,” as the training program is fondly called, focuses on consistency, family fun and professionalism. When the rookies get back to their states, they start looking for tournament sites, local sponsors and attending local boat shows.
*INT is still looking for coordinators in Georgia and Minnesota; please contact INT by February 10th for more information.
Save the Date: INT US Championships Date Announced
October 7-10th, Bakersfield California
We will be back at Ski West Village for the 2009 US Championships. Great site, great water, great hotel, why go anywhere else!
April Coble is on the A1!
In an effort to produce the best women’s ski equipment HO Skis and Syndicate have enlisted the expertise of April. Her resume says it all and her passion for helping athletes improve their abilities behind the boat make her a perfect fit for the team. April owns her own waterski and wakeboard school in North Carolina where she’ll have a fleet of A1s and the new women’s specific Couture ski. This past Saturday, January 24th, April received 2 prestigious awards; USA Waterski’s Female Athlete of the Year and AWSA’s Female Athlete of the Year. Needless to say we are proud to have April on our team. Log onto www.hosports.com today to learn more about April, the Syndicate Program and Coble Ski School.
At CWB We Do Things a Little Different
CWB introduces a real clinic series. The definitive product clinic tells you how and why our products, innovation, team and brand is the best in the business. The 09 video clinic series kicks off with the straight scoop on our pro decks by the pros that endorse each of the three models. Trevor Hansen demonstrates V-tech and the enthusiasm he has for the Marius. Andrew Adkison explains the design features and benefits of his all new Transcend with the industries only fin extensions. Zane Schwenk explains why the Absolute is the most consistent pro model available and what is wrong with his shoulder. See the definitive product clinic now at www.cwb-tv.com and be prepared to learn, laugh and win.
Have you seen the new Connelly Enzo?
The latest binding from the innovators of Hinge Tech is the Enzo. Utilizing the patented technology of Hinge Tech we can design a boot that fits like a glove with zero heel lift. No more pressure points, cramped or numb feet. Flip the lever down to step in with ease. Flip the lever up for a security and lateral support not offered by any other brand. A dual lace adjustment lets you dial in the firmness you need. A new cut down heel design allows the skier to get back without too much tip lift on the ski. The articulated toe is precisely cut EVA covered with lycra to conform around your foot first time in. Customize your arch support for a fit that is truly you. Comfort leads to performance. The Enzo delivers both.
Sponsor News- Pay It Forward 2009
Brought to you by Wakeboarder.com/Hyperlite and Shaun Murray
Austin, Texas – Feb. 09, 2009 – Register for FREE to demo a 2009 Murray Wakeboard. After a very successful inaugural year we are proud to announce Shaun Murray’s Pay it Forward is back for 2009. With such an overwhelming response last season, Shaun wanted to make sure that more riders were able to enjoy his new shape and this year there will be 9 boards traveling the country in three regions. One of each size Murray Pro Models, 135, 140 & 145 will begin in each region; West, Central & East in the southern reaches and as the weather warms up the boards will travel to the North.
We are happy to bring this to our loyal Wakeboarder.com site visitors. Working with Shaun in this promotion will be full of surprises. What better way to demo a wakeboard than to receive it from the creator and rider Shaun Murray! Pay It Forward by sending it to the next guy/gal after you have taken your set. Sign up before all the spots are taken. Visit the Pay It Forward Sign Up
And the winner is: Stuart Shinn!
Stu has been on fire. After taking home the Wake Awards “Move of the Year” – Wakeskate, he was named Alliance Wakeboard Mag’s Most Improved. Huge tricks like back big’s and wake to wake 360 backside big spins made the world take notice. Stu’s skate of choice is the all new CWB Onset with innovation such as EVA foam between the two levels of the skate. The rebound created by the foam makes the skate more responsive than any other skate. Check out the video of Stu winning the award and prepare to pick up your jaw off the floor while watching the other videos on our site cwb-tv.com.
Keep an eye on him in 09 as he progresses the entire sport to the next level, all by himself.
Adding to the strength of our wakeskate program, CWB has signed Matt Manzari.
Matt Manzari signs with CWB
When we launched our wakeskate program last year with Stuart Shinn at the helm, we knew we wanted to expand when the timing was right. The time might not be right, but we signed Matt Manzari anyway. Stu and Matt are really good. They are on facebook. Find them.
We Have Lift Off
www.CWB-TV.com is live! Consider it a backstage pass to all that is the wakeboard industry. To remain on the cusp of the web based media frenzy, CWB Board Co. is excited to deliver project CWB-TV. Armed with an HD video camera, a handful of ideas and no idea how to shoot and edit video, the crew behind CWB will deliver to you all that is the wakeboard industry through the eyes of the team. Consider it a backstage pass. See what it takes to shoot a product ad, team poster or hanging out in random hotel rooms with ten pro team riders prior to a tour stop. Also some behind the scenes free ride sessions with the most diverse team in the sport will have you double checking your top five.
Creator, filmer, editor, Team Manager Steve Bates will deliver some face time with our pros and our brand with some of the unique opportunities. Tune in to see who which rider flew with the Blue Angels, who landed a 720 using a 6″ surf handle, who won at the Wake Awards and much more.
Watch the Malibu Pro Team Challenge on Fuel TV
On the weekend of August 16-17, 2008 the 2nd annual Malibu Pro Team Challenge took place at the Silver Lake Resort in Eatonville, Washington. Pro Teams from Hyperlite, Gator Boards, Liquid Force and Ronix competed in three events to see who would take home the Malibu Cup Trophy the $25,000 WINNER-TAKE-ALL purse and bragging rights as the best team in wakeboarding for the next 12 months.
The setting for this event – in the shadow of Mount Rainer – was spectacular and an impressive list of top pro’s participated including Danny Harf, Parks Bonifay, Chad Sharpe, JD Webb, Aaron Rathy, Jimmy LaRiche, Kevin Henshaw, Mike Ennen, Bob Soven, Adam Errington, AJ Racinelli, David Issacson and Erik Lutgert. The riders competed in a traditional boat competition, a double-up competition and a rail jam, earning points along the way for their respective teams.
The event was made possible with support from Malibu Boats, Monster Energy Drink, Indmar Marine Engines, Challenger Hardware, evo gear, Bakes Marine, Northwest Riders Clothing, the INT League and of course…all of the participating wakeboard manufacturers whose riders competed in this unique, team format.
Alliance Multi-Media captured all the action for broadcast on FUEL TV and it begins airing this week. To see how it all unfolded, be sure and watch. Schedule
It’s Boat Show Season!
Be sure to stop by your local boat show this winter to check out all of the great deals on new gear and boats. Support the local and national INT Sponsors and get everything you need to have a spectacular summer on the water! Go to your state INT website for more information on boat show dates and locations.
INT Up-Date
We are keeping busy this winter…INT state coordinators are working hard in the new year. The tour schedules are being prepared for a fun 2009 season. We are looking for event sites to bring INT events to new locations and participants. You’ll find your state coordinator at a boat show near you, stop by and talk to them about how you can get involved with INT.
Thank You INT Volunteers
The INT League is a volunteer organization, we couldn’t host events with out our amazing volunteers. INT Tour Teams are up at dawn and work til dusk to make INT events happen. Special thanks to all of the set up and tear down crews, drivers, judges, registration helpers, ropers, dock starters, social event coordinators, and everyone who helps out. If you are interested in helping out in 2009, please talk to your state coordinator.
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INT is Hiring
The INT League is hiring state coordinators for the 2009 season. INT is looking for outgoing, self motivated, disciplined individuals who would like to join the INT family. If you are a success minded, family orientated, water sports enthusiast who is financially secure and looking for an opportunity to build your own rewarding part time business INT would like to speak with you.
INT is looking for applicants in Florida, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Wisconsin, Michigan, West Virginia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, and Hawaii to host waterski, wakeboard, wakeskate and kneeboard tournaments. More information…