Anaheim, Ca. – Hydro-Turf is pleased to announce the release of the 2012 Shred Stixx /HT Wakesurf traction pad set.

Shred Stixx Wakesurf Co has teamed up with HT the leading wakesurf stomp and traction pad developer in the US to bring a new custom stomp pad and deck traction to wakesurfing in 2012. The new Hydro Turf set is a full featured wakesurf specific traction pad compatible with the entireShred Stixx line of boards.

“We took the existing Shred Stixx pad set and made it even better by changing to the proven HT diamond groved pattern, increased the available color options and moved the production back to the USA” Said HT Product Developer &Team Manager Dave Field.

The set is sold separately and features spreadable traction pad components, HT “diamond” grooved pattern and a 30mm kicktail with quality 3-M self-adhesive for easy installation and a strong bond. Available in black, red, blue, white, yellow, and lime green.

Shred Stixx stomp pads and traction sets are currently available and in stock at the SlayshTank online store.

About Hydro-Turf

Hydro-Turf is a Southern California based manufacturer located in Anaheim, Ca. Hydro-Turf manufactures various PWC, Action Sports, Marine, ATV-Motorcycle and Lifestyle products under the Hydro-Turf brand name in addition to many private label/OEM product lines. Hydro-Turf has been creating innovative, design functional and performance driven products for 20 years and is supported by a dedicated team of Athletes and Employees. For more information, please visit hydroturf.com

New for 2011, is our flat bottom, park Plank. Rail gypsies beware.

With summer right around the corner we are working around the clock to bring you the new 2011 line of boards. The Oracle will be made in limited quantities and boasts some of the most technologically advanced features we could possibly jam into a wakeboard. Being so late, we’d thought it would be a good idea to let people know what’s coming – indestructoid bases, fully flared edges, surf sidewalls, and of course some secret weapons we are going to share at release. Stay tuned…

The Snuke is now available for purchase – and absolutely loaded with goodies. We’d like to bring you through just a couple of the main features until we get our boards page updated. For now you can see more and purchase through our web store.

+ Schapes Exclusive Design. We will have a video up shortly explaining the shape a little more in depth. There are some hidden gems.

+ Super lightweight EPS foam core

+ FCS Fusion fin system with leash plug. Read more about the system.

+ Hydro-Turf custom full length recessed foam traction (fits in most board racks)

+ 3 – 2″ Nana fiberglass fin set

The LA Convention Center is the venue for the 55th Annual LA Boat Show from march 17th until the 20th. The Show is the best place to see all the new boats and gear for the 2011 season. The crews from both Wakesports and DBG will have booths so stop by.

http://www.losangelesboatshow.com/

Also, New Era Cap has parterned with Liquid Force and BROstock this summer for the world famous wakeboard event. BROstock will be held at Lake Powell June 12-14, so grab the hat and as much LF gear as possible and show your support for the sport and the riders!

These new bindings are changing the wakeboard industry and the new features set Liquid Force Bindings apart from the rest.

Features for the Limited Series:

Closed Toe Technology
- This design gives you better control over your board.

Liquid Fit
- No need for heat molding, the use of ultra light foam that forms to
your foot after a few rides.

Pillow Top Liner
- Extra soft padding is extremely important which eliminates shin and
calf problems during those long rides.

Dual-Zone EZ Glide Lacing
- New design that allows you to get out of the boot quickly and
easily.

Progressive Flex Patterning
- Ultimate heel side response with progressive forward flex.

Response SL Plate System… New for 2009!
- Reliable, hassle-free adjustmen. This system incorporates New Slide
Locks with re-designed teeth that hold strong and allow for the
most comfortable stance yet. Response design eliminates heel and
toe lift.

Precision CNC milled PVC cores
- Compressive strength without the dead weight in the center
- A new construction process to yield the lightest Liquid Force boards
EVER!

Internal multi- layered stringer system
- Superior strength with a lively spring

Translucent graphic substrate material
- Provides a window into the tech while reducing weight

Available on 8 Liquid Force PRO models
- Freedom of choice in our highest offering

F.L.Y. Series 2 pack inserts
- Less Material equals less weight!
- Stance options are the “Sweet Spot” stance options preferred by
the pro whose name is on the board

Available at select Liquid Force dealers and online at www.liquidforce.com!

The newest cable park in the U.S. is about to open next month. Read on about what you can expect from Wake Nation in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Pete Kennedy quit his day job to open a cable park. The idea took flight after Kennedy stumbled upon the Cam Sur Watersports Complex by accident during a medical mission trip to the Philippines. “Kids from all around the world were there to hit this cable park,” Kennedy says. “I went one day to check it out, and took one spin on the cable and was hooked.”As soon as Kennedy returned to the states from his trip to the Philippines, he quit his job and began planning his own cable park. “My goal was to model some of the cable parks you see in Europe,” Kennedy says. “I wanted to create a country club for kids kind of atmosphere.”

The location Cincinnati was actually Kennedy’s third choice of location for his first cable park. After ruling out Los Angeles and Denver as too expensive, Kennedy settled on a perfect plot of land in Cincinnati, Ohio. “There’s not a whole lot to do in Cincinnati, so we though we’d give the kids out there something to do in the summer time,” Kennedy says. The cable Wake Nation is the only six-tower cable system in the U.S. The cable can hold seven riders at a time, and is a total length is about 2,200 ft. The cable runs counterclockwise in a large oval. “Some of the five-tower systems have that one hard, 90 degree turn. All of our corners are super easy, so even beginners can ride the cable,” Kennedy says. During the planning stages of the park, Kennedy travelled to Germany to meet with legendary cable designer, Bruno Ricksen, to create the perfect cable. “We wanted the cable to reach both pros and beginners,” Kennedy said.

The lake Wake Nation Cincinnati sits on a 10-acre, 8 feet deep, man made lake, with a 2.5-acre island in the middle. About 150 gallons of water is constantly being pumped into the lake by an aquifer installed at the bottom of the lake. After digging out the lake, a plastic, tarp-like liner was put in place on the bottom and later covered with dirt in order to keep water from slowly seeping into the ground.

The obstacles The cable park plans on having about six to seven obstacles in the lake, all built by Wake Nation themselves. These include a sun box with a cinch reel, a flat bar, rooftop, and two kickers standing at 2 ft and 5 ft.

The pro shop The on site pro shop will be a 1,500 square-foot building right on the lake. The shop will have a 15ft glass wall looking out over the water. Products by companies like Liquid Force, Hyperlite, Underground Products, Nike 6.0, O’Neill, Anarchy Eyewear, and Jet Pilot will be sold in store.

Upcoming events Wake Nation will have a soft opening May 1, and their grand opening June 2. The grand opening will have Liquid Force Pro riders like Aaron Reed, Kevin Henshaw, Melissa Marquardt, and Tom Fooshee show off on the cable before a local tournament, judged by the pros, will take place. Kennedy said he’s expecting close to a thousand people to attend the grand opening. Wake nation will also hold the USA Wakeboard national cable championships in July.

Isabelle, St. Croix
SeaSpecs for Superb Athletes – Laurel Eastman, Professional Kitesurfer

Mary, Stylin backside in Costa Rica

“SeaSpecs are great, I never ride without them” – Djizasse – Lisboa, Portugal