Hot Time in the Desert 

Long time AWA members can’t remember a hotter event.  The Arizona desert may have been hot enough to fry an egg on the ground, but the action at this hot venue was on fire.  Sixty of Arizona’s hottest wakeboarders plus a Pro or two found themselves at Spring Mountain Ski Ranch for the 4th event of the AWA’s Rider’s Series.    

Not only did Century Marine provide the opportunity to enjoy unspoiled water and a great spectator location; they also gave AWA rider’s two great wakes to show their moves on.  The new Natique 236 turned heads, made huge wakes and propelled riders skyward.  As the saying goes why mess with perfection, Natique didn’t heed this age old adage and redesigned the 210 for this year.  Never fear the wake is still as steep and solid as ever, but now there is even more room inside for friends and family and all their gear. 

Liquid Force’s presence at this great event could not be missed.  Tino Santori put on two great demonstrations for all those watching from shore.  Before the contest got going, Tino put on a slider demonstration on the rails that he and the local L.F. team riders built on Friday.  To get the crowd warmed up to watch the outlaw riders take off, Tino did a few wakeboard passes and wowed all that watched.

Rider’s and spectators walked away with some great prizes and give-a-ways.  Monster Energy Drink provided a variety of flavors to help keep everybody cool.  Reef made sure the drinks stayed cool with great Reef koozies and a smattering of Reef umbrellas to protect from the scorching sun.  In addition to these items, the top 3 riders in each division went home with some cool swag.  First place finishers have a great new media bag, 2nd place finishers scored a new towel and a new pair of Reef sandals, while 3rd place finishers got a Liquid Force t-shirt and a pair of Reef sandals. 

 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNERS!!!

 

Advanced

1^st Glen Coy

2^nd Matt Coldren

3^rd Chris Martin

 

Groms

1^st Graham Leonard

2^nd Chad Cooper

3^rd Maddy Estrada

 

Intermediate

1^st Steven Prevatt

2^nd Seth Bowen

3^rd Chad Martin

 

Masters

1^st Glen Coy

2^nd Clarke Bowers

3^rd Tom Marquette

 

Novice

1^st Derek Oliver

2^nd Mickey Hernandez

3^rd Michael Niemiec

 

Outlaw

1^st Chris Jones

2^nd PA Molumby

3^rd Larry Taylor

 

Wakeskate

1^st Joey White

2^nd Ira Cornelius

3^rd CK Rogers

 

Women

1^st Ramie Sander

2^nd Christine Cameron

3^rd Geri Robertson

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About Our Local Sponsor

 

Century Marine

Years in Operation: 28 Years

Location: 1446 E. Main Street  Mesa, AZ

Hours: Tuesday – Friday 9am - 6pm, Saturday 9 am - 4pm

Website: www.centurymarine.com

Product Lines: Nautique, Liquid Force, Hyperlite, O'Brien, Slingshot, Straightline, Reef, Cobian

Services:  Boat Sales, Boat Service, Pro Shop, Wakeboard Lessons

Discounts for AWA Members: 15% Off

 

More Wake News

 

Event Time Change

The extreme Arizona heat left the staff, volunteers, riders and spectators wilted, burnt, dehydrated and miserable.  In the interest in keeping everybody safe and healthy we are starting the last two events earlier.  Registration will be held on site from 7:00 AM until 8:00 AM and it is encouraged and recommended that all riders register online the week prior to the event.  Pre-registration is available online (and much appreciated) at http://www.theawa.com/registration.php.  The competition will start at 8:00 AM.

 

Travis Moye:

July 19th & 20th Travis Moye will be in our very own Two Cow Cove for two days worth of instruction.  Cost per day is $250 and will include 4 hours worth of instruction with Travis and 4 hours of additional riding behind a second boat.  Spots are extremely limited, so sign up early.  More information is available at www.wakeboardaz.net by email at wakeridersaz@yahoo.com or by calling Brett at 928-308-5012.

 

Mastercraft Boats of AZ & Hyperlite

Mastercraft Boats of Arizona and Hyperlite are teaming up to bring riders the 5^th event in the AWA’s Rider’s Series on July 21st.  Not only will there be great boats (think X-Star) and killer prizes, but riders will also have the opportunity to be treated like a pro.  For this event, if you ride a Hyperlite board you will be eligible shwag. Go to http://www.hyperlite.com/podiumpaybackprogram for additional information on this superb program. 

 

Banquet

The banquet date and location have been finalized.  Mark your calendars for September 22^nd 6 PM to 10 PM.  Since we had so much positive feedback from last year’s banquet we will once again be holding it at Jillian’s at Desert Ridge.  Cost will be $30 for adults, $15 for children 12 and under, and $5 for those who wish to be there but not eat (to cover non-alcoholic beverage service).  We will be giving everybody a raffle ticket.  People who have attended past banquets know that you are sure to walk away with at least one door prize and you will have the opportunity to purchase additional raffle tickets for the big money items.  We will start collecting money for the banquet immediately, so reserve your spot by turning in this form at the next event or mail it to the address listed.