Friday, July 30, 2010

Hunt Family Malibu Wakesetter VLX

This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) 2010 Wakesetter VLX belongs to the Hunt Family, Greg, Brenda, Nate and Victoria. Greg explains how he became the proud owner of his second Malibu Boat!

"We’ve been a boating family since the summer of 1982 after my wife bought our first speed boat for our 1st year anniversary present. It was only a 15 foot deep V tri-hull with an 80 hp outboard with several years of use on it... but it was wonderful. That’s what started our boating enjoyment. We kept the boat for a few years and moved up to a 19 foot V hull with a 230 hp inboard/outboard. We thought we couldn’t do any better than this... it was deluxe to us. It was a great boat for skiing, not so much for the wakeboard sport my kids were pursuing. We kept this boat much longer than the first boat but while attending the annual boat show I got the urge to buy a new one... a boat that would work better for wakeboarding. With two teenage kids now...they were the driving influence in my “new boat fever” desire. We looked at many brands and just as I was about to sign for what I thought was the boat for us... my son came to me saying, “Dad, did you see the Malibu boats?” Well, he was right! After visiting the Malibu Boats display there was no mistake about it, the styling, the performance, the accessories, and above all... the fabulous way we were treated by the salesman and owner is what sealed the deal. We walked away with our first 2004 Malibu VLX and we couldn’t have been happier. Six years have past of nothing but great wakeboarding and enjoyable times with our 2004 VLX, however... the “new boat fever” returned. We decided to take the plunge again and purchase our second Malibu VLX. Our new 2010 is nothing short of spectacular. We thought the first VLX could not be improved. Well... it was! Not that the 2004 was old-school, but the new one is more stylish, roomier, great performance, even more bells and whistles and let’s be honest... it turns more heads than our first one! Our family loves to boat and thanks to George, Doug and the rest of the gang at Morse Lake Inboards for the awesome way they take care of their customers, we couldn’t be happier with our Malibu"

Thank you Hunt Family for sharing your story and great photo's with us!!

If you capture or come across a cool Malibu Boats-related photo like this one let us know. We would love to post it on the Malibu Boats Blog and Flickr Channel. We will even Tweet about it on Twitter and add it to the ever-changing Malibu Boats Screen Saver. You can also submit your photo or video through our Malibu iPhone App.

E-mail blog@malibuboats.com with links and/or images. Also make sure to include the name of the person who took the shot and give us a short description of the photo's contents. If you do not know this information and you are only forwarding a link, we can track it down. Thanks!

Video of Team Malibu's Dallas Friday on Her Injury


Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Pro Factory Rider Dallas Friday suffered a season-ending injury at the 2010 Dallas/Fort Worth Pro Tour Stop. This video, captured by Wakeboarding Magazine (@WakeboardingMag), features Dallas describing her injury and where she goes from here.

Dallas is one of the strongest competitors we've ever encountered. There is no doubt, she will obliterate expectations when it come to her recovery.

We're thinking of you Dallas and never forget that Malibu Boats is pulling for you on and of the water! Get well soon!

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Malibu Factory Video Makes WaterSki Mag's Top 10


Malibu Boats
(@MalibuBoats) was featured in 4 of WaterSki Magazine's Top 10 videos for 2010 including the Malibu Boats Backstage Pass factory video. Video from World Champion Slalom Skiers Will Asher (@WillAsher) and Thomas Degasperi (http://www.thomasdegasperi.net) made the top 10 too. Radar Skis was also included in the top 10 with their Radar team video shot behind their Response LXi at Radar Lake.

Thanks WaterSki Mag!

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Watch Malibu Open Live On Web



You can't travel with Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) to the Malibu Open in Milwaukee, WI? Then watch the Malibu Open live online August 7th & 8th. Malibu Boats, Webcast-tv.com and theproskitour.com are bringing you the live skiing and jumping action all weekend including night events. Don't miss a minute of the intense world class competition. There's a good chance World Records will fall. Witness history being made in the comfort of your own home.

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Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Malibu Boats Pushing Limits with 2011 Model Line-up

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) unveils new innovations in the form of 2011 models, features and options.

2011 might be Malibu Boats’ most groundbreaking model year to date. From subtle details to huge industry-altering developments, Malibu engineers have just kept pushing when it comes to their wakeboard and water ski boats. When others were throttling back Malibu was dropping the hammer on more performance, technology and innovation. The result is a pair of new water sports boats, new features that obsolete the word “standard” and new options that push Malibu boat customization past the limit.

Don't just take our word for it... Check out the 2011 Model reaction on WakeWorld.com and on TheMalibuCrew.com.

New Wakesetter & Sunscape 247 LSV
Malibu Boats put even more stretch into these limos with room for 17. The Wakestter and Sunscape 247 LSVs have been redesigned inside and out. A new helm offers the driver a performance car look and feel while the new transom seating adds another fun place to hangout with more swimstep accessible wet storage. Get customize for no extra charge choosing between the WetTek floor with snap-out carpet and the Mantex floor with hull-to-hull carpeting. Lined with more hand-covered parts, the new interior features LED-lit stainless emblems and has the ability to accept new optional 8” Rockford Fosgate Full-range speakers. A new MH2 frameless windshield and special fresh air vents work with the new lines of the 247s to create a look as incredible as their performance. Performance that kicks-up monstrous wakes at wakeboarding and wakesurfing speeds, gives you great recreational skiing at slalom speeds and handling that rivals a much smaller water sports boat.

Paul Singer, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Malibu Boats, had this to say about the new model year introductions. "We're not going to lie, we like to keep everyone playing catch up but our real joy comes from giving our customer our very best." Singer explained, "You see at some point, the force of innovation overtakes the laws of convention. In the 2010 Malibu line that point was near the center deck in the form of the G3 Tower. The first ever forward swept tower received the first-ever gas assisted shocks for easy fold-down. In the 2011 Malibu line that point is on the dash featuring the first ever 6.5" touch screen for control of a myriad of safety and performance systems. We call it MTC or Malibu Touch Command but we think you will call it amazing."

New Malibu Touch Command (MTC)
The new Malibu Touch Command (MTC) is amazing on so many different levels; what it is, what it does and the fact that it is standard on all Wakesetters and Sunscapes. Made with Projective Capacitive Touch Technology typically reserved for high-end personal digital devices, you won’t find a feature like MTC in a high performance car let alone anywhere else in the boating industry. Malibu Boats is way ahead of the game with touch-sensitive switching based on intuitive hi-res graphical menus of the boat’s functions. Command ballast control, Wedge adjustment, interior lighting, coded keyless ignition, available GPS navigation and more through Malibu Touch Command.

New Coded Keyless Ignition
Forget the keys. Go ahead. You won’t need them in a 2011 Malibu boat. All Malibu Wakesetter and Sunscape models have keyless ignition standard. Type in your code, touch the “Start Engine” icon and motor. No more worries about getting to the lake and forgetting the keys. Malibu’s got you covered.

New Dash & Components
Performance aside, the 2011 dash looks bad in a good way! You’ve never seen a dash like the one you’ll find in a 2011 Malibu boat. The MTC projective capacitive touch screen combined with the new Italian-made Isotta Vista Steering Wheel, the available MaliView Dash System and Rockford Fosgate Stereo touch pad; let it all sink in. Now consider the functionality housed in this dash and it’s almost unbelievable. MaliView and the Rockford Fosgate Sound System have even been upgraded for 2011 to include USB video playback and increased iPod/iPhone control. Just when you think boat design has been taken as far as it can go, Malibu Boats does it one better.

New Power LSA & L96
The new L96 6.0L (410 HP) pulls every water sport you’re into with 400 foot-pounds of torque. Low-end power or top-end speed, the L96’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) automatically adjusts giving you the absolute best performance in either situation. And because Malibu powers boats with standard engines that are built specific and anything but standard, this one makes its home in the new 247 LSVs. The Supercharged LSA 6.2L (550 HP) tops Malibu’s list of engine options as the first production supercharged Gen-IV small block engine the marine industry has ever seen. With 545 ft-lb of torque the LSA doesn’t mess around and is available in all 23-247 foot Wakesetters and Sunscapes.

New White Illusion G3 Tower & Accessories
The G3 tower set 2010 on fire with insane popularity for durability, function and design. The Illusion G3 Gas Spring Assisted Tower follows the lines of a Malibu boat so well you can now get it in black or white. To finish the custom look, Malibu Titan Tower accessories like lights and speakers can be colored to match.

New Flo-cam Rear View Rider Camera System
The Malibu Boats Flo-cam Rear View Rider Camera System pushes the limits of typical action sports cameras way outside the box. This smooth swiveling camera follows the athlete in tow with fluid motion. The Flo-cam can be adjusted to your water sport of choice and is viewable live or recorded through the MaliView Dash System. Captured footage is easily editable and the camera itself can be used in any number of action sports situations thanks to its multi-dimensional design. Watch yourself reach new heights behind a 2011 Malibu boat.

Check out photos of the entire 2011 model line-up on the Malibu Boats Flickr Channel.

Visit your local Malibu Boats dealer to experience the 2011 models, features and options that are pushing limits in the wakeboard and ski boat industry.

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Thursday, July 22, 2010

Get the best seats in the house at the 2010 Malibu Open


Watch the action in a Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Response LXi the official towboat for the 2010 Malibu Open.

The 2010 Malibu Open will take place Friday and Saturday, August 6-7 at Veterans Park in downtown Milwaukee with night finals beginning at 7:30 p.m.

See the World’s Best Skiers from the boat!
All ($$$) dollars will be added to athletes purse.


• Open Men Slalom Round #1 Qualifying $250
• Open Men Slalom Round #2 Qualifying $250
• Open Men Elite 8 $350
• Night finals (2 seats available) head to head $500

• Open Women Slalom Round #1 Qualifying $250
• Open Women Slalom Round #2 Qualifying $250
• Open Women Elite 8 $350
• Night finals (2 seats available) head to head $500

• Open Men Jump Round #1 Qualifying $250
• Open Men Jump Round #2 Qualifying $250
• Night Finals $500

If interested please call (828)612.9981 or email mailto:slalom@charter.net

For more info and video’s check out our Malibu Open Fan page on Facebook

Friday, July 16, 2010

Great Day on Lake Shasta!

Great Day on Lake Shasta! This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) 2007 Wakesetter Silver Edition is owned by Jim Mark of Portland Oregon. This photo was taken by Scott Ehlen in June on Lake Shasta, CA. Great day on the lake with driver Ryan Mark along with Jim’s son Andrew and daughter Laura and their friend Michael McCoy.

Looks like a lot of fun on beautiful Lake Shasta, thank you Jim for sharing this great photo!!

If you capture or come across a cool Malibu Boats-related photo like this one let us know. We would love to post it on the Malibu Boats Blog and Flickr Channel. We will even Tweet about it on Twitter and add it to the ever-changing Malibu Boats Screen Saver. You can also submit your photo or video through our Malibu iPhone App.

E-mail blog@malibuboats.com with links and/or images. Also make sure to include the name of the person who took the shot and give us a short description of the photo's contents. If you do not know this information and you are only forwarding a link, we can track it down. Thanks!

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Beautiful Sunsetter at Sunset!

Michael Slear's Sunsetter LXi This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) 2000 Sunsetter LXi is floating on the Waccamaw River, Myrtle Beach, SC. This awesome shot was taken by Malibu owner Michael Slear.

Thank you Michael for sharing such a beautiful shot with us!!

If you capture or come across a cool Malibu Boats-related photo like this one let us know. We would love to post it on the Malibu Boats Blog and Flickr Channel. We will even Tweet about it on Twitter and add it to the ever-changing Malibu Boats Screen Saver. You can also submit your photo or video through our Malibu iPhone App.

E-mail blog@malibuboats.com with links and/or images. Also make sure to include the name of the person who took the shot and give us a short description of the photo's contents. If you do not know this information and you are only forwarding a link, we can track it down. Thanks!

Swanson 2008 VTX

Swanson 2008 VTX This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photo of Gary and Jill Swanson’s 2008 Wakesetter VTX were sent to us through our Malibu Boats iPhone App. It was shot by Gary Swanson in their driveway in Hemet, CA. Their boat was custom ordered through Paradise Watersports in Murrieta, Ca.

Thank you Gary for sharing these great photo’s with us!!

If you capture or come across a cool Malibu Boats-related photo like this one let us know. We would love to post it on the Malibu Boats Blog and Flickr Channel. We will even Tweet about it on Twitter and add it to the ever-changing Malibu Boats Screen Saver. You can also submit your photo or video through our Malibu iPhone App.

E-mail blog@malibuboats.com with links and/or images. Also make sure to include the name of the person who took the shot and give us a short description of the photo's contents. If you do not know this information and you are only forwarding a link, we can track it down. Thanks!

A Great Day on Lake Don Pedro


This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) 2010 Malibu Wakesetter 23 LSV is floating on Lake Don Pedro in California. Owner Jerry VanDerHoeven tells us “Hanging with some friends watching the kids swim and enjoying the day. This is my 3rd boat, and my first Malibu. I always wanted one, and now I do, I love it. Great comfort, great ride, great wake. Malibu for life”

Thank you Jerry and welcome to the Malibu family!. Keep sending us great pics!!

If you capture or come across a cool Malibu Boats-related photo like this one let us know. We would love to post it on the Malibu Boats Blog and Flickr Channel. We will even Tweet about it on Twitter and add it to the ever-changing Malibu Boats Screen Saver. You can also submit your photo or video through our Malibu iPhone App.

E-mail blog@malibuboats.com with links and/or images. Also make sure to include the name of the person who took the shot and give us a short description of the photo's contents. If you do not know this information and you are only forwarding a link, we can track it down. Thanks!

Monday, July 12, 2010

Malibu Running

Ian Zinner PhotoThis Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) shot was taken down on Smith Lake by photographer Ian Zinner when doing a shoot for Malibu Dealer Skiers Marine.

Very cool shot Ian, thank you for sending it to us!!

If you capture or come across a cool Malibu Boats-related photo like this one let us know. We would love to post it on the Malibu Boats Blog and Flickr Channel. We will even Tweet about it on Twitter and add it to the ever-changing Malibu Boats Screen Saver. You can also submit your photo or video through our Malibu iPhone App.

E-mail blog@malibuboats.com with links and/or images. Also make sure to include the name of the person who took the shot and give us a short description of the photo's contents. If you do not know this information and you are only forwarding a link, we can track it down. Thanks!

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Gear Up for Summer with New Malibu Boats Merchandise

Malibu Boats Trade T-shirtMalibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) is proud to announce the unveiling of a new line of “lifestyle” clothing and gear. Fashion-forward styles and designs have been incorporated into the Malibu Boats brand to showcase another “Malibu Difference.” Malibu has pushed the limits using quality materials as well as leading edge graphic designs to accommodate a wide variety of the Malibu faithful and even those who are just looking for something cool to wear. The new Malibu Gear line is in a constant state of development with new designs being released regularly, you can even get in on the creation.

Malibu Boats believes anything that bears their name should be held to the same levels of quality, innovation and performance that have earned the 27 product excellence awards in their boats. The new Malibu Boats gear and clothing offerings do just that. These threads are made from some of the strongest materials with graphics inspired by the most talented designers who mix current styles with the passion of the brand.

Paul singer Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Malibu Boats had this to say about the new clothing and gear. “Since we are in the recreational industry our owners are passionate. They are passionate about their sport and passionate about their Malibu. What better way to show that passion then through the gear they wear?” Singer continued, “The response has been incredible and we will continue to expand our selection moving forward.”

And because Malibu Boats is a custom boat manufacturer, it seems appropriate that the company’s branded merchandise is being offered in a wide variety of designs. One of the main goals of Malibu Boats Gear is to accommodate Malibu Boats lifestyles of all types with individual style and performance. This is why Malibu plans to offer a large number of distinct merchandise choices, but they may need your help.

Malibu Boats is gearing up to encourage design ideas from Malibu Boats enthusiasts everywhere. Malibu plans to open the floor to design ideas from you so they can be sure you are getting exactly what you want. Malibu Boats plans to reward chosen gear designs with more gear. Details will be released soon, but like the boats Malibu Gear will be a true reflection of the Malibu Boats Family lifestyle.

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Malibu Boats Trade and Clicks T-shirts

Malibu Boats Clicks T-shirtMalibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Gear designers have taken the traditional Malibu Sun logo, squared it, added the web address and created two Malibu Boats branded t-shirts that simply and proudly represent the Malibu Difference. At just under $20 these new Ts are as much of a big deal as the real deal. Add the Malibu Boats Trade and Clicks Ts to your T-shirt wardrobe today.

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Dealer Known for Maximizing Service

Marine Max of ArizonaA new addition to the Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Dealer Network, takes sales and service to the “Max”. MarineMax of Arizona has been voted the #1 boat dealer in Arizona for the last eleven years running. Just like Malibu puts their family of owners first, MarineMax AZ prides itself on timely service that goes above and beyond customer expectations.

MarineMax AZ’s Service department is open 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday and Saturday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. MarineMax of Arizona offers the greater Phoenix area the very best in quality boat service and boat repair. They repair and service most premium brands using factory trained technicians in a top rate marine service center. They also have a mobile service team for customer convenience, proving this Arizona dealer is willing to go the extra mile for their customers.

MarineMax of Arizona has been ranked the top Boat Dealer for 2009 by Arizona's leading business publication - Arizona Business Magazine. The dealership has been ranked No. 1 for the eleventh straight year.

With one of the largest water sports pro shops in Arizona, MarineMax was the perfect match to carry Malibu boats. They are a leader in their area in pro shop sales and customer service. Now they will be offering the world’s best selling water sports boats as well.

When asked how he likes being a Malibu Boats dealer, Toby Pearce, General Manager of MarineMax AZ replied with a question of his own. “What’s not to like?” He continued, “Malibu is the most innovative water sports boat manufacturer and has always been on the leading edge of design. We’re happy to be a part of that.” “We are also very proud that Malibu chose us out of the other dealers in our area!”

“We are extremely excited to welcome MarineMax to the Malibu Boats family,“ commented Chris Crysdale, National Sales Manager for Malibu Boats. Crysdale continued, “They have an amazing reputation for superior customer service. They also have extremely close customer relationships and most of all they have fun!”

MarineMax of Arizona is proud to serve the greater Phoenix area with unparalleled boat service and sales of premium brands known for their quality and durability that now includes Malibu Boats. With a full-service pro shop open from Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, MarineMax AZ is a one-stop shop for boaters in the Phoenix area. For more information on MarineMax AZ, their service and/or product lines email t.pearce@marinemax.com.

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Sunday, July 4, 2010

Malibu's with Carwin Win or Lose

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Family member and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Shane Carwin (@ShaneCarwin) lost to Brock Lesnar last night in the UFC 116 Heavyweight Title Fight. But Malibu Boats is with Shane win or lose. Just like Team Malibu water sports athletes, Malibu Boats chose Shane based on much more than his ability to win. We are affiliated with Team Carwin (#TeamCarwin) because of Shane's integrity and commitment. He personifies the "Malibu Difference." His amazing performance as a fighter is a bonus. The blog post published by Shane on Shane-Carwin.com yesterday before the fight just proves heart and character can be just as powerful as victory.

Posted on Shane's blog Saturday, July 3, 2010.
Whatever happens tonight this feels right and I know it is in Gods hands now. My coaches and training partners have given me everything they could for this. The sacrifices have been made, the time put in and now it is time to put it all together.

This week has been a whirlwind I have found myself on TV shows I normally watch, endorsing products I usually drink, and being treated like a super star. The entire casino and strip is loaded with ads for UFC 116 it is amazing. The hotel room is larger then my first couple of homes and they even have poker tables with Brock and me on them. There is no doubt in my mind I a living the American Dream.

My Mom always told us if we work hard and do our best to earn what we want we will be blessed with more than we would ever need. As I look at my life I know that is true. I have an amazing family and I am married to an wonderful woman who is helping me raise my son and our daughter. My Mom, brothers and I are all enjoying the fruits of our labors. If you have a dream you need to be chasing it. You can make anything happen if you put in the effort and hard work.

Tonight it is not about winning a belt or being ranked number one in the Heavy Weight Division. Tonight is about two super talented big guys who have put a life time of work into being the very best they can be. Tonight all the hard work and sacrifices comes down to 25 minutes of war.

I am as ready as I have ever been. I feel ten years younger, I feel faster and stronger than I have ever been for a fight. I was maybe 80% healthy for 111 and usually I limp into the fights with some sort of injury. This is the best my shape my mind and body have been in on fight day.

I am honored that Lesnar would give me the chance. It takes a real man to face the very best after a long lay off. Brock doesn’t seem to take any short cuts and I expect to see the very best Brock Lesnar ever tonight. He is a tough fight for anyone and holds the one thing that all of us fighters int he division are hunting for, the UFC strap.

Whatever happens tonight the winner will be faced with one of the most stacked Heavyweight Divisions ever and absolute beast like Cain, Dos Santos, etc are working hard or waiting for their shot. It is an exciting time to be a part of the UFC heavyweight Division.

I want to thank my Coaches, training partners, manager, and sponsors for everything you do for me. None of this would be possible without your support.

Proudly Supporting Team Carwin: Max Muscle, Good4uDrinks.com, Dethrone, Bud Light, The Gun Store, Malibu Boats, Giant Release, Magnum Detox, GunsAmerica.com, PerformanceMMA, HeadBlade, Warrior Int, MTX Audio, Night Rider Jewelry, BlowoutCards.com.


We were disappointed in the fight's outcome, but are still so proud of you Shane! You will be back fighting for the championship and Malibu Boats will be pulling for you all the way. Malibu Boats is honored to be a part of Team Carwin.

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