Video of Youngest Female Wakeboarder to Land Invert

Running the latest Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats), the Black Diamond Wakeboarding School near Sydney, Australia is the destination of national and international pro wakeboarders as well as up-and-comers, like 7-year-old Zahra Kell. This video features the school's youngest female student landing her first invert and the instructors at the Black Diamond believe she is the youngest girl in the world to do it. Zahra is definitely an inspiration and not just for her riding. Watch the video, the genuine unbridled excitement she exhibits is heart warming.

Situated at the ‘soul’ of Australian wakeboarding, Black Diamond is located just one hour from the Sydney CBD and only one hour 15 minutes from Sydney International Airport. Surrounded by luscious grassy fields, waterfront palm trees and mountains on either side of the river, Black Diamond Wakeboarding School provides the ideal environment for riding and relaxing.

With regular appearances from Australia's top riders and ‘stopovers’ from some of the world's finest, it is never difficult to draw inspiration – after all you will be riding in one of Australia's premiere locations, behind the latest offerings from Malibu Boats and in the company of some of the world's greatest wakeboarders.

Black Diamond caters to riders of all abilities, whether you have never ridden a wakeboard before or are a touring professional. From hourly lessons through to week-long camps, Black Diamond has you covered in the Sydney Area.

Keep schooling these great riders, Black Diamond! Malibu Boats is pulling for you and the great little riders like Zahra. Malibu Boats covering the world of water sports!

Tags: Malibu Boats | Black+Diamond | Wakeboard School | Zahra Kell | wakeboarding | 7-year-old | Wakesetter 23LSV | wakeboard boat | Australia | video | invert

Malibu Boat Lottery Sold Out!

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Saskatchewan Area Dealer Saskatoon Watersports has donated a Malibu Wakesetter VTX to the Saskatoon 26th annual Hospital Home Lottery to be given away in April. That is the good news. The bad news... the Hospital Home Lottery tickets are already sold out!

Saskatoon Hospital Home Lottery includes 2,055 fantastic prizes worth over $2.1 million, including a $1.25 million Grand Prize Showhome – the most valuable Showhome ever offered in Saskatchewan! And thanks to the support of Saskatoon Watersports there's also a 2011 Malibu Wakesetter VTX wakeboard boat up for grabs.

St. Paul's Hospital Foundation, Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation and Royal University Hospital Foundation are presenting the 26th annual Hospital Home Lottery to raise funds for health care priorities in the Saskatoon Health Region. Since 1985, the Hospital Home Lottery has raised more than $14 million to ensure the best possible patient care for everyone.

In 2011, proceeds from the Hospital Home Lottery will support:

• St. Paul's Hospital Foundation the purchase of patient comfort care items, leading edge medical equipment, and assistance for family and patient support programs


• Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation advance diagnosis, treatment and clinical care of patients with MS through the Saskatchewan MS Clinical Research Campaign


• Royal University Hospital Foundation with the purchase of the newest generation of vital sign monitors

Good luck to all of the tickets holders. We can't wait to meet the new Malibu Family member who wins the boat!

Tags: Malibu Boats | Malibu Dealer | Saskatoon Watersports | Wakesetter VTX | wakeboard boat | Hospital Home Lottery | lottery | win a Malibu | lottery tickets

Malibu Dealers to Demonstrate Truth on the Water

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) is sponsoring a nation-wide demo day, Saturday, April 30, 2011.

Dealers plan to put their Malibu boats where their mouths are across the nation on April 30th. These dealers are demonstrating the truth on the water and exposing boat buyers to 2011 Malibu models and innovations first hand. Attendees will have the opportunity to test 2011 Malibu boats like the Riders Choice Boat of the Year Wakesetter VLX, the newly redesigned Wakesetter 247 LSV and the World Record-breaking Response LXi. Exclusive Malibu features available for demonstration will include the new Malibu Touch Command (MTC), Patented Power Wedge, the MaliView Dash/Entertainment System with Rider Presets and the Illusion G3 weightless fold-down tower. Experience the boats that have garnered 9 consecutive Boat of the Year Awards, been honored with 31 industry awards and earned 17 World Records on the water where it counts.

Additional Links
Participating Malibu Dealer Demo Day Info
2011 Malibu Boat Models
Why Malibu Boats

On April 30th the truth is on the water all across the nation. On this date Authorized Malibu Boats Dealers will be assembling fleets of ’11 Malibu boats at lakes throughout the United States. These boats are not just for show. The Malibu Truth is on the Water Demo Day is a chance to experience your Malibu Boats model and/or exclusive innovation of choice, up close and personal.

Malibu Dealers will take this opportunity to strengthen existing customer relationships and create some new ones. Dealership representatives will be available to answer questions, facilitate a demonstration or allow new boat buyers to explore and drive the Malibu models on their own. All of this exploration will happen in close proximity to refreshments so participants can replenish after the jaw-dropping Malibu Boats experience.

To find your nearest Malibu Boats Truth is on the Water Demo Day on April 30, 2011, visit: or e-mail demoday@malibuboats.com.

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2011 Malibu Boats Demo Days

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) is taking the truth to the water April 30th, 2011 all around the nation. On this date, Authorized Malibu Boats Dealers will be assembling fleets of ’2011 Malibu boats at lakes throughout the United States. These boats are not just for show. The Malibu Truth is on the Water Demo Day is a chance to experience your Malibu Boats model and/or innovation of choice, up close and personal. Malibu Dealers will take this opportunity to strengthen existing customer relationships and create some new ones. Dealership representatives will be available to answer questions, facilitate a demonstration or allow new boat buyers to explore and drive the Malibu models on their own. All of this exploration will happen in close proximity to refreshments so participants can replenish after the jaw-dropping Malibu Boats experience. To find your nearest Malibu Boats Truth is on the Water Demo Day on April 30, 2011 and other available dates e-mail demoday@malibuboats.com with questions.

Date: March 26th
Dealer: Central Texas Water Sports - Austin, TX
Location: Hula Hut on Lake Austin, 3825 Lake Austin Blvd.
Details: Saturday 3/26 10am to 3pm Join us at the Hula Hut on Lake Austin for one of our famous ride and drive events. We’ll have a selection of Malibu Boats in the water! To RSVP or if you have a specific model you’d like to drive, please email rob@ctws.us
Email: rob@ctws.com
Phone: 512-244-9777

Date: April 9th & 10th
Dealer: The Navigation Company - Conneaut Lake, PA
Location: 11910 Conneaut Lake Road Conneaut Lake, PA
Details: We will have boats in the water for test rides, refreshments, door prizes, good conversation with expert boat sales & service staff, and above all, GOOD DEALS on EVERYTHING !! We have several new boats arriving just in time for the show.
Email: boat@navcompany.com
Phone: 814-382-3255

Date: April 29th - May 1st
Dealer: Tommy's Slalom Shop - Denver, CO
Location: Soda Lakes
Details: Come and join us at Soda Lakes, all boat models will be there! Food and drinks will also be available. Contact Brian for more info.
Email: brian@gettommys.com
Phone: 303-455-3091

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Active Water Sports - Oregon City, OR
Location: 10th Street Boat Launch in West Linn, OR
Details: 10am to 4pm. Boats available for demo are Wakesetter VTX (w/diamond hull) Wakesetter VLX, 247 and Response LXi!
Email: nwboatshop@gmail.com
Phone: 503-643-5018

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Boat Country - Escalon, CA
Location: Tulloch Lake Resort at the Marina
Details: Meet us at the Tullock Lake Resort on the docks where you can drive the most popular models from Malibu, Wakesetter VLX or 23 LSV. We have combined it with a wakeboard slider event and there will be 2011 Hyperlite product to demo. Bring your rope and vest for a FREE all day event. Appointments not required, but recommended.
Email: brent@boatcountryUSA.com
Phone: 209-838-2628

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Deep Creek Marina - McHenry, MD
Location: 2010 Deep Creek Dr. McHenry, MD, Deep Creek Lake
Details: All day. Malibu models available upon request, riding behind the boats available!Email: mindy@deepcreekmarina.com
Phone: 301-387-6977

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Lake Country Marina - Mineral, VA
Location: Anna Point Marina, Lake Anna Mineral, VA
Details: Food and drink will be provided in our covered pavilion. Any on-water sports and boat demonstrations will be done with and by those drivers/riders willing to get out on the lake (still cold in April)
Email: jillg@lcmarine.com
Phone: 540-895-5575

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Liquid Sports/Orlando - Orlando, FL
Location: 8650 E. Colonial Drive Orlando, FL
Details: 9am to 5pm come and ride behind a Malibu Wakesetter 23 LSV, VLX or VTX. Anyone interested in a demo come to our dealership and we will shuttle you over to our private lake where we will have the boats in the water waiting! Or call ahead to schedule a time.
Email: mark@liquidsportsmarine.com
Phone: 866-644-7719

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Main Channel Marina - Syracuse, IN
Location: 720 S Lakeside Dr. Syracuse, IN
Details: We will have a 21 Sunscape, 23 Sunscape in the water for test rides.
Email: jstump@mainchannel.com
Phone: 574-457-4200 ext. 102

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Marine Max of Arizona - Tempe, AZ
Location: Dock at Bartlett Lake Marina
Details: Marine Max of Arizona is giving demo's from the dock at Bartlett Lake Marina on April 30th. Wakesetters will be on hand for test drives and rides.
Email: dustin.duea@marinemax.com
Email: andrew.blaisdell@marinemax.com
Phone: 602-697-7117 Dustin or 480-227-2881 Andrew

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Marine Outfitters - Charleston, TN
Location: At the shop 1607 Lauderdale Memorial Hwy
Details: 9am to 3pm by appointment only. Call for demo and meet us at the shop. We will have a Wakesetter VLX and 23 LSV also a Response FXi!
Email: joyce@marine-outfitters.net
Phone: 423-336-1088

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Munson Ski & Marine - Round Lake, IL
Location: Famous Freddies Roadhouse. 510 Park Ave Fox Lake, IL
Details: 10am to 4pm. Available boats Wakesetter VTX, VLX, 23 LSV & 247 LSV. You are welcome to ski/board if you want to bear the cold water. If gear is needed, please call ahead.
Email: matt@munsonski.com
Phone: 815-363-5400 x104 or 815-451-3617

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Paradise Watersports SoCal - Murrieta, CA
Location: Lake Elsinore, CA
Details: Call for appointment, specific launch ramp and other details
Email: chris@paradisesocal.com
Phone: 951-304-7222 or 951-973-7343

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Proshop Motorsports and Marine - Henderson, NV
Location: Lake Mead Marina, NV
Details: 9am to 2pm. Please call to schedule an appointment.
Email: matt@proshopmm.com
Phone: 702-564-8895

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Singleton Marine Group - Buford, GA
Location: Holiday Marina on Lake Lanier
Details: 10am to 4pm. Johnny Tobaben will be offering free wakeboard lessons (Lessons must RSVP with Johnny Tobaben to reserve a spot) johnny@singletonmarinegroup.com
Email: bpotzner@singletonmarinegroup.com
Phone: 770-614-0244

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Seattle Boat Company - Seattle, WA
Location: Lake Sammamish State Park,
Details: 11am to 3pm. Wakeboarding and skiing will be permitted, also Seattle Boat Co. is a full-service marine dealer and will have staff on hand from all departments.
Email: info@seattleboat.com
Phone: 206-633-2628

Date: April 30th
Dealer: Tinus Marine - Oconomowoc, WI
Location: Golden Mast Restaurant on Okauchee Lake Okauchee, WI
Details: 10am to 4pm. We will have a Wakesetter VLX, VTX, 21 LSV and Response LXi. We will have wakeboarding, weather permitting.
Email: tim@tinusmarine.com
Phone: 262-567-7533

Date: April 30th & May 1st
Dealer: Larson Marine - Stockton, CA
Location: Larson Marine 1325 W. Fremont Street, Stockton, CA
Details: 9am to pm Sat & 10:30am to 5pm Sun. Meet at the Stockton location (dock is across the street) We will have all models available. We welcome people to ride behind any boat! We will have food and drinks for everyone! Look for the Malibu hanging over a 100 feet in the air right next to I-5.
Email: craig@larsonmarine.com
Phone: Call Mike @209-465-5801 or Craig @ 916-635-8755

Date: April 30th & May 1st
Dealer: Sporting Edge, Inc - Antioch, CA
Location: Orwood Resort, 4451 Orwood Rd. Brentwood, CA
Details: April 30th 10am to 6pm May 1st 10am to 4pm (by appointment) Boats available to test drive Wakesetter 247 LSV, 23 LSV, VLX, VTX and 21 vRide. Some skiing and wakeboarding allowed, please bring own equipment.
Email: SportingEdgeShop@aol.com
Phone: Orwood Resort # 925-634-7181 Sporting Edge 925-754-8800

Date: April 30th & May 1st
Dealer: Malibu Marine LTD - Kelowna, BC Canada
Location: Kelowna Yacht Club
Details: Please contact Patrick at pat.malibu@shaw.ca for booking at time to demo. We will be offering Ski, Wakeboard and Surf trails only upon pre bookings. Models available, Wakesetter 247 LSV, 23 LSV, VLX and VTX.
Email: pat.malibu@shaw.ca
Phone: 250-862-9422

Date: May 21st and May 22nd
Dealer: Minnesota Inboard - Excelsior, MN
Location: Maynard’s Restaurant, Lake Minnetonka
Details: Sat. May 21st 11am to 6pm Sun. May 22nd 12am to 4pm. 19th Annual Dare To Compare Weekend
Email: joem@mninboard.com or mattm@mninboard.com
Phone: 952-474-1742


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Malibu Boats is #1

This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) adorable photo is of Mason Leidich son of longtime Malibu Boats employees Tim & Joanie Leidich. It’s clear that Mason definitely wants to let everyone know he thinks Malibu Boats is #1! Thank you Mason!!

Thanks to Tim and Joanie for sharing this 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!

Quiring Family factory tour!

This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photo was taken at our Tennessee factory when the Quiring Family toured yesterday. Not only are they long time customers of their awesome dealership, Wizard Lake Marine, but they are also loyal Malibu Boats fans!!! To top off their visit, Richard, Shelley and Tristan were able to lay their hands on their 4th Malibu and are anxiously awaiting its arrival home so they can hit the water and try out all our new gadgets!!

Richard emailed their tour guide Kerri Johns to say “Thank you so much for the time you took yesterday to show us through the factory and explain all of the processes. We really appreciated it. We look forward to getting our new boat out on the water in a couple of short months”.
Thanks again,
Richard Quiring (and Shelley and Tristan)

Thank you Quiring family and Kerri for sharing this 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!

Malibu Gear Gets You on the Water Sooner

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) enthusiasts are gearing up for the boating season, but in many parts of North America it's going to be little chilly for those first couple trips to the lake. Malibu Boats Apparel (@MalibuApparel) is ready with the gear you need to combat the chill of Spring and early Summer. Be sure to log on to gear.malibuboats.com so you can layer for those pre-season boat trips. Items like the Malibu Logo Beanie, the men's Stomp zip-up hoodie and the women's Sprout longsleeve hoodie will keep you warm, while reminaing easily peelable when your water sports heat up.

Tags: Malibu Boats | Malibu Gear | Malibu Apparel | beanie | hoodies | sweatshirts | long sleeve | spring | warm | Malibu clothing | Malibu apparel

Team Malibu Dominates 1st Slalom Comp of 2011

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Pro Slalom Skiers Will Asher (@WillAsher) and Thomas Degasperi crowded the podium at the first slalom competition of 2011, setting an event record along the way. Will and Thomas took 2nd and 3rd respectively at the 2011 Moomba Masters. And if that wasn't enough, during the first round of skiing Will shocked the slalom world by setting an event/lake record of 3 @ 41.5 off, beating the record previously set by Andy Mapple.

"Skiing second to last in the qualifying heat, Asher looked in control as he worked his way down the rope shortenings, setting his sights on – and beating – the record set by the great Andy Mapple." - Australian WaterSki Magazine

What a great start to the 2011 Pro Slalom Season! Must be all that training behind the 2011 Response LXi! Congratulations Will and Thomas! We're pulling for you both to have a great season!

Tags: Malibu Boats | Team Malibu | Will Asher | Thomas Degasperi | slalom skiing | pro skiing | water skiing | ski boats | Response LXi | ski tournament

Take Your Momma to CIE Spring Ride 8

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) has been chosen, once again, as the official tow boat for CIE Spring Ride 8. Everyone and their mother will be at the Bass Lake Pines Resort May 6-8 with CIE as they kick off the 2011 west coast wakeboarding season. Mothers Day weekend 2011 marks the 8th Annual CIE Spring Ride.

Every spring, hundreds of wakeboarders from all of the country attend the CIE Spring Ride to wakeboard, meet new friends and watch their favorite professional riders charge massive double-ups for greenbacks. For the last seven years, Spring Ride has hosted the biggest professional wake contest in California. For 2011, it’s the only pro contest on the West Coast.

The event will start Friday with a dodge ball tournament and BBQ hosted by Hyperlite. Saturday morning the double up contest begins, followed by tug-o-war tournament hosted by CWB and a raffle with thousands of dollars in prizes.

Like the previous two years, the 2011 event will be hosted at Bass Lake Pines Resort. This venue offers comfortable cabin-like accommodations in a deep-woods setting. There is plenty of parking, boat slips for rent, excellent food and friendly staff.

The invitation-only rider list includes Andrew Adkison, Gabe Lucas, Rusty Malinoski, Malibu Boats' Phillip Soven, Tony Carroll, Trevor Maur, Derek Cook, Jason Callen and prior Spring Ride champs Ricky G and Axis Wake's Randall Harris.

CIE Spring Ride is sponsored by Malibu Boats, CWB, Hyperlite, Phalanx, Chucktronics Audio, NVS Tower Speakers, Crispy Bikinis, Twisted Candi Bikinis, Wakeroots Ride Shop, Front Side Films, CIRE Boardshorts and the Pines Resort at Bass Lake.

Check out video of past Spring Ride events at CIEwakeboarding.com. For general event information and sponsorship, please call (510) 931-9895.

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Malibu iPad & iPhone Boat Guide Video

Malibu Boat (@MalibuBoats) just released the 2011 Malibu Boat Guide App, but if you want to check out this app before you load it watch this video. Available in iPhone® and iPad® formats, this free mobile application gives users a window to truth on the water. Offered in addition to the Malibu Boats iPhone® App, the Malibu Boat Guide is packed full of detailed 2011 wakeboard boat and ski boat model information. Watch 2011 model and feature specific videos. Get a closer look at each Malibu’s wake. Browse extensive photo galleries and look up detailed specifications. Stay up on the Water Sports Industry Association’s 2011 Manufacturer of the Year with a real time connection to Malibu Boats social media channels and news. When you’re ready to take a test drive, use the 2011 Malibu Boats Guide App to locate and contact your local Malibu dealer. Download it from iTunes today!

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2011 Malibu Boats Factory Pro Team

The Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Pro Team got together late last summer to film this short video. Riders Chad Sharpe (@ChadESharpe), Kevin Henshaw (@KevinHenshaw), Phillip Soven (@PhillipSoven) and Olivier Derome (@OliDerome) joined skiers Will Asher (@WillAsher), Thomas Degasperi and Drew Ross behind their 2011 Malibu Boats. This video will get your competitive juices flowing with "Bring on the Competition" from R&R in addtion to inspired performances by these Malibu boat owners. Check it out!

Tags: Malibu Boats | Team Malibu | Factory Pro Team | Chad Sharpe | Kevin Henshaw | Phillip Soven | Olivier Derome | Will Asher | Thomas Degasperi | Drew Ross | water skiing | wakeboarding | ski boats | wakeboard boats

John & Katie's Ebony and Extreme Green VLX!

We recently received a message from Malibu boat (@MalibuBoats) owner and Malibu Crew member John. He let us know that this 2010 Ebony and Extreme Green Wakesetter VLX we posted in the new Malibu Boats Exterior & Interior Color Example Flickr Gallery is actually his new boat. The photo was taken on the factory floor when John and his wife Katie's Malibu boat was going through production. John wrote, “It's cool to see her on the Malibu website. She looks even more impressive on the water! We ordered the VLX from Idaho Watersports, some of the nicest folks around”

Thank you John for letting us know! We have include the detailed description of John and Katie's color scheme for anyone looking into Malibu Boats color options. If you need more ideas visit the Exterior & Interior Color Example Gallery on the Malibu Boats Flickr Channel.

Exterior:
Hull Base: Ebony Hull Main: Ebony Hull Accent: Ebony Hull Accent 2: Extreme Green Deck Base: Ebony Deck Main: Ebony Deck Accent: Ebony Deck Accent 2: Extreme Green

Interior:
Main: Light Graphite (M-Grain) Base: Moonbeam Accent: Ebony Bead: Ebony Cushion Panel: Ebony Dash Base/Accent: Ebony/Ebony Carpet: Sterling

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Experience 2011 Malibu Boats on Your iPad and iPhone

The Malibu Boat (@MalibuBoats) Guide is a comprehensive mobile source for rich 2011 model content made available through a free iPad®/ iPhone® app.

Experience the world’s most awarded wakeboard and water ski boats from anywhere with the 2011 Malibu Boat Guide App. Available in iPhone® and iPad® formats, this free mobile application gives users a window to truth on the water. Offered in addition to the Malibu Boats iPhone® App, the Malibu Boat Guide is packed full of detailed 2011 wakeboard boat and ski boat model information. Watch 2011 model and feature specific videos. Get a closer look at each Malibu’s wake. Browse extensive photo galleries and look up detailed specifications. Stay up on the Water Sports Industry Association’s 2011 Manufacturer of the Year with a real time connection to Malibu Boats social media channels and news. When you’re ready to take a test drive, use the 2011 Malibu Boats Guide App to locate and contact your local Malibu dealer. Download it from iTunes today!

Additional Links
Malibu Boat Guide Video
2011 Malibu Boat Guide App
Malibu Boat Guide App Screen Shots
Malibu Boats iPhone® App

Developed to supplement the general content of the Malibu Boats iPhone® App, the 2011Malibu Boat Guide offers the year and model-specific information Malibu boat enthusiasts crave. Choose Malibu from the home menu and the 2011 experience begins. Scroll through eleven boat models including the Rider’s Choice Boat of the Year Wakesetter VLX and the new Wakesetter 247 LSV. Read more about the model of your choice or flip, pan and zoom your way though a huge gallery of photos. Select videos to see this Malibu model and its innovative features in action or check out the wake view from the boat, rider and rear perspectives.

If you’re interested in Malibu Boats news, the Feeds section of this app will satisfy you with real time connections to social media. Here you’ll have access to Malibu’s latest tweets, Facebook updates and news.

When you’re ready to take your virtual 2011 Malibu Boats experience to the water, visit the Dealers section of the app. The Boat Guide provides your closest dealer’s contact information as well as a Google Map to their location.

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World's Greatest Ski Lake Goes Malibu

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) dealer Performance Boats in Mexico let us know that the Malibu Response LXi is now making its home at Acua Ski. Known as one of the best ski lakes in the world, Acua Ski is located between Acapulco Bay and Mexico City and is one of the most popular training destination for the World's best slalom skiers. It is known as one of the top 5 places to train worldwide because of the perfect water conditions it provides. Water skiers visiting this paradise will now be pulled by Malibu Boats' World Record Breaking Response LXi.

The official presentation of the Performance Boats Response LXi will take place in the next couple weeks; witnessed by a crowd of Media, VIPS and families. There is more coverage to come. Stay tuned!

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Team Malibu's Jaquess Finalist for Sullivan Award

Team Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) newest World Record-breaker, Regina Jaquess, is making history again as a 2010 AAU Sullivan Award finalist. This professional water skier was named as a semifinalist for the AAU Sullivan award last month and we just heard that she made it to the top five. Regina is flying to New York where she will join 4 other finalists, including Heisman winner Cam Newton, for the presentation ceremony on March 14th.

The AAU Sullivan Award is one of the most prestigious awards an amateur athlete can win and it is held annually at the New York Athletic Club. It has been won by such well known athletes as Shawn Johnson, Michael Phelps, Sarah Hughes and more. Malibu Boats is extremely proud that Regina is getting the recognition she deserves as an exemplary athlete and the chance to join such an elite list of competitors.

Known as the "Oscar" of sports awards, and older than The Heisman, the AAU Sullivan Award honors the outstanding amateur athlete in the United States. It has been presented annually by the AAU since 1930 as a salute to founder and past president of the Amateur Athletic Union, and a pioneer in amateur sports, James E. Sullivan. Based on the qualities of leadership, character, sportsmanship, and the ideals of amateurism, the AAU Sullivan Award goes far beyond athletic accomplishments and honors those who have shown strong moral character.

We're pulling for you Regina! Good luck!

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