What a great time we had at this event. The NWWSA put on a well organized event, and the lake conditions were about perfect. We are in the process of uploading lots of videos from the event, and Whitney made a short intro video to explain how it will work.
OK, so I have never been fond of how some people use twitter. I don’t want to know when you are painting your nails or doing your homework or hitting the head. But since we have a lot of great stuff to post, like videos from the recent NWWSA Open, I can tweet as I upload/post the videos and add new content to the site. So here you go:
One of our main goals/directives at wake9 is to provide free safety information especially as it relates to wakesurfing. Is wakesurfing the same as teaksurfing? Can you die from carbon monoxide poisoning while wakesurfing? How does carbon monoxide kill you? How much does it take? Watch the video and find out. You can view updated information as we compile it at this easy to remember web address: http://wake9.com/cokills
Let me start this off by saying I am a huge geek. And when I say huge I don’t mean girth, I mean the measure of how much of a geek that I am. I am a software developer most of the time and love all things tech and geek. As an example, I got the first iPhone the day it came out, and then the 3G the day it came out, and yes the 3GS. I don’t even know how many iPods I have. I am writing this on my 2008 Mac Pro with 2 Quad core processors, a couple of TB of disk space, 16 gigabytes of RAM and 2, yes 2, 30 inch dell monitors. I have a server in my basement that holds all of my projects but also holds a large library of movies, both from DVDs and BluRay. I own them of course, no piracy here. Not to many people can rip blurays, but I can and do and have them on a large server and have 3 Apple TVs in the house that can see all of the movies at any time. One of them connected to my 1080p projector. I can even remote all of these apple tvs, and my receiver from my iphone. OK, do you believe me? I am a geek.
Well, if you follow this site at all, you know that I also love boating and wakesurfing with my family on our 2007 Tige 24Ve. Its a great boat, and makes a great surf wake. I didn’t buy it for its geekiness though, boats have never really set off that geek side of me like a car can, or my home theater can. Until now. Check out these pictures:
Tige Touch Screen Dash
Here is a bit closer, make sure you click on the image for full size, and look at the touch screen on the right:
Tige Touch Screen Dash (closer)
Here is a look at the cockpit from the side:
Tige 2010 side view of cockpit
OK, this one also gets me going. Look at the fit and finish of the interior. This has been a sore point with my tige, and others have had it, but this looks fantastic. Check out the Tige emblem:
Tige 2010 Cockpit
Now all of that is great, but what about the wake? Tige says they are going to have an option of 1000lbs per side, I think setup like my boat is now. How cool is that? Form AND function?!
Anyway, in order to understand this next comment, you are going to need to view THIS. Those pictures, and the idea of an awesome automated surfwake give me the need for a package check.
Here is a LINK to the press release I was sent.
Sean Cummings of Inland Surfer visits the wake9.com crew on Lake Oroville and shows us another great trick for our 201 series. This trick is a 180 shuvit and will really give you a sense of accomplishment if you land this. This was our last trick we did on his trip to wake9, thanks so much Sean. So get out there and practice this great wakesurfing trick. Make sure you watch all the way to the end.
When swimming in open water away from a boat or shore, always have a flag handy. 
The GROM board is fully tested, and now in production and shipping. This is not your normal “kids” board, it is not a toy. This is designed to perform, and allow your kids to compete in wakesurfing if they so desire. It is easy to learn on and grow with. It is designed to work best from about 60-120lbs. It is also good anyone in that weight range. http://wake9.com/grom
Is it true? Does Tige possibly have a new Wakesurf Edition boat for 2010? I have heard rumors of in hull tanks and wakesurf edition options, and now there is a press release.
TIGÉ ROLLS OUT INDUSTRY-LEADING INNOVATIONS, UNVEILING TIGÉTOUCH WITH 2010 MODEL LINEUP
OK, the new touchscreen stuff, with 20 boarder memory sounds REAL cool. Did you read, it even says the memory holds ballast settings. Sounds very convenient. If you notice the release says that there are 2 tanks in hull for 900 lbs total and then an option for addition bags in lockers for up to 2000 lbs. I would love to see how this works and how well it surfs. I will post as I find out more of this boat.
Here is the text of the release:
Leading the many innovations for 2010 is TigéTouch, the world’s first fully functional touch-screen control system to be used in an inboard watersport boat. Designed specifically for today’s watersports enthusiast, TigéTouch seamlessly integrates the control of all operating systems, watersports performance settings and engine monitoring functions into a single user-friendly 6.5” full color multi-media touch-screen display. Intuitive, easy-to-navigate screens and menus control and monitor multiple functions and settings with the touch of a finger. Available on all 2010 Tigé RZ and Vé models, the innovative system uses proprietary Tigé software designed to simplify use, maximize reliability and allow a wide range of user customization, including one-touch creation of up to 20 athlete custom profiles registering riding speed, ballast settings, and TAPS2 position.
Ergonomics, safety and ease of use were top priorities in development of TigéTouch, which is part Tigé’s contemporary 2010 dash design for its RZ and Vé series boats. The new dash features a clean, simplified layout and ultra-low profile to maximize forward visibility. The three stylish Medallion digital/analog gauges work in tandem with the TigéTouch control screen that is conveniently located to the right of the main dash, easily accessible by the driver and in close proximity to the throttle handle. In addition to its fully functional finger-touch capabilities, TigéTouch also features a set of raised control buttons to the right of the display. This fingertip recognition feature allows the driver to easily adjust speed control, audio and other functions without taking his eyes off the water.
Renowned Tigé watersports versatility has been given a significant boost for 2010 with the development of an advanced modular ballast system providing up to 2,000 pounds of factory ballast. The entire system has been designed for maximum flexibility and unlimited weight distribution configurations easily controllable through the TigéTouch display. The base factory ballast option includes under floor tanks with a 900-pound capacity. The Surf package adds two bags in the rear storage area. When empty, these bags are retractable to allow full use of the storage areas. The Pro package ballast option includes base and surf packages plus two independent bags in the bow.
Tigé 2010 interiors feature several upgrades and refinements. All Tigé RZ, Ve and Z1 models now feature snap-in removable carpet throughout and a fully integrated fiberglass floor system. The new floor has been engineered to provide full, easy access to the fuel tank and other under-floor components.
Stylish interior seating on now features dielectric pleating providing plush tailoring, easy care and superior durability. Tigé RZ models feature fully fiberglassed recessed interior side panels each incorporating a stainless grab handle, drink holders, courtesy lights and a 12V power outlet.
For more information on the 2010 Tigé lineup, visit www.tige.com.
Sean Cummings of Inland Surfer visits the wake9.com crew on Lake Oroville and shows us a great trick for our 201 series. This trick is a backside 180 to switch, and is not necessarily easy, but easy to practice. We show you how to practice and then put the trick together, plus I have a little fun with Sean. So get out there and practice this great wakesurfing trick.
RJ has a competition coming up in the state of Washington and he needs to work out his run and learn some new tricks. What does it take to learn new wakesurf tricks? It takes 3 things. PRACTICE, PRACTICE, AND MORE PRACTICE. Everything is hard until its easy. In part of our 201 series, we wanted to show one of RJs practice sessions so you can see how many times he must repeat the same trick before he can become proficient at it. He has been especially working on his “ollie AIR” and the “stall 360″. The “stall 360″ is a variation of the 360 that favors a SURF style board, vs a skim style board. A surf style board is not designed to spin like a top. The 360 can be a difficult move for Surf style wakesurfing. Its tough to practice also, because you fall everytime you don’t land it. In this practice session, RJ is finally starting to land them about as much as he doesn’t. He is OVER the hump!
So have fun wakesurfing out there, and keep practicing!
