Watch the Malibu Open Live August 5th & 6th

Join Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) and watch live online August 5th & 6th as the world’s best water skiers compete for $65,000 in prize money during the professional water ski event. Pro Slalom Events and Eagle Sports to Host Live Webcast of the Malibu Open (#MalibuOpen).

The Malibu Open professional waterski event, including athlete interviews and behind the scene shots, will be webcast live on August 5th and 6th from Veteran’s Park Lagoon in Milwaukee. The Malibu Open hosts the world’s top professional water ski athletes as they compete in traditional slalom and long-distance jumping for $65,000 in prize money. Free-style jumping, barefoot skiing, hydrofoil, show ski and trick flip demonstrations round out the exciting two day event.

Eagle Sports is providing the resources and equipment to host the live webcast which will be available on four industry sites including www.theproskitour.com, www.eaglesports.com, www.ballofspray.com and www.malibuboats.com.

The webcast enables people from around the world to share in the excitement and emotion of a world-class waterski event and the ability to get up close and personal with the athletes from the comfort of their own home. The entire event will not be available, however some of the preliminary rounds on Friday and all of finals on Saturday will be shown as well as behind the scenes shots and athlete interviews. Please see the schedule of events to know when to tune in.

When accessing the webcast, viewers will be prompted to provide an email address. This will enable them to join the live chat, ask the announcers questions and interact with other viewers. The webcasted events will immediately be archived underneath the viewing window and accessible for watching at any time.

Not going to be in front of a computer this weekend? Download the LiveStream app on your iPhone for free and watch the Malibu Open webcast on the go. For live scores and updates on Twitter, follow your favorite Team Malibu athletes like @TGas81 and @WillASher as well as @MalibuBoats, @taddh2oz and @the_krista.

The Malibu Open is a free event for family, friends and all to enjoy both onsite and online. The event is produced by Pro Slalom Events and sponsored by Malibu Boats.

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Malibu Open Water Ski Event Returns to Veteran’s Park Lagoon

The Malibu Open (#MalibuOpen) is returning to Milwaukee’s lakefront Veteran’s Park Lagoon on August 5-6. The world’s top professional water ski athletes will compete in traditional slalom and long-distance jumping for $65,000 in prize money. Free-style jumping, barefoot skiing, hydrofoil, show ski and trick flip demonstrations round out the exciting two day event, which is open and free to the public.

The Milwaukee Parks and Recreation is estimating 15,000 to 20,000 spectators. In addition, the Malibu Open will be in conjunction with the Thunderbirds Air show bringing in an approximate 100,000 spectators over the Friday and Saturday event.

“The Malibu Open is another example of our park system bringing quality programming to the lakefront for the benefit of Milwaukee County residents," County Executive Chris Abele said. "Unique events such as the Malibu Open attract participants and spectators from across the country, helping to shine the light nationally on our beautiful lakefront and award-winning parks."

“Athletes from around the world will be here competing,” event organizer, Dana Reed said. “Fans will have an opportunity to interact with them, grab photos and autographs. Returning Malibu Open Champion Will Asher of England, World Jump Record holder Freddy “The Nightmare” Krueger of the United States and World Slalom Record holder Regina Jaquess, will be just a few of the top athletes making a splash in the Veteran’s Park Lagoon.”

In slalom skiing, athletes navigate through a six-buoy course while the boat travels at a constant speed of 36 mph with an initial 32-foot line. After completion of each pass, the rope is shortened by a pre-determined length to increase difficulty. Whichever athlete rounds the most buoys at the shortest line length, wins. In the breathtaking long-distance jumping event, skiers race toward a 6-foot high ramp reaching speeds of 70 mph and fly distances over 200 feet. Top men’s jumper, Ryan Dodd of Canada jumped 226 feet at the 2011 Moomba Masters night finals held in Melbourne, Australia earlier this year. The athletes get three approaches at the ramp. Whoever goes the furthest, wins.

“Professional waterskiing events are usually held on private lakes, so we are very excited to be returning to the perfect venue that Milwaukee offers the Malibu Open,” Reed said. “The finals will be held Saturday night starting at 5 p.m. and ending with the men’s jump finals at 8 p.m. A country concert with Milwaukee’s own Michael Scott, will be held immediately after the event at 9 p.m.”

The Malibu Open is a free event for family, friends and all to enjoy. The event is produced by Pro Slalom Events and sponsored by Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats). Concessions and parking will be organized by the Milwaukee County Parks Department.

Malibu Open Schedule of Events
Friday
7:30 AM - Open Women Slalom Round #1 qualifying
9:30 AM - Open Men Slalom Round #1 qualifying
1:30 PM - Open Women Jump Round #1 qualifying
3:30 PM - Open Men Jump Round #1 qualifying
5:30 PM - Open Women Slalom Round #2 qualifying
6:45 PM - Free Style Jump (8)

Saturday
7:30 AM - Open Men Slalom Round #2 qualifying
11:00 AM - Free Style Jump competition (4)
11:30 AM - Open Women Jump Round #2 qualifying
1:00 PM - Open Men Jump Round #2 qualifying
2:30 PM - Hydro foil
2:45 PM - Open Women (6)
3:30 PM - Open Men Slalom (6)
4:15 PM - Barefoot Central
4:35 PM - Open Women Final (4) head to head
5:00 PM - Open Men Final (4) head to head
5:25 PM - Rock Aqua Jays
5:55 PM - Open Women Final (2) head to head
6:10 PM - Open Men Final (2) head to head
6:25 PM - Hydrofoil
6:40 PM - Open Women Jump Finals (6)
7:30 PM - Free Style Jump Finals (2)
7:45 PM - Barefoot Central
8:00 PM - Open Men Jump Finals (6)
9:00 pm - Country Concert—Michael Scott

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Degasperi Earns Another World Slalom Title

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Pro Slalom athlete, Thomas Degasperi (@TGas81) captured his second World Championship Title at the 2011 World Water Ski Championships in Dubna, Russia.

A past World Champion and silver medal Men’s Slalom winner, Team Malibu’s Thomas Degasperi was skiing towards a repeat at the 2011 World Water Ski Championships in Dubna, Russia. The Italian born slalom skier took the water in Russia with the confidence of his recent domination at the Global Invitational and his rigorous Malibu Response LXi training regimen as an advantage. Degasperi climbed to the top podium spot on July 23, 2011 with 3 buoys at 41’ becoming a 2-time World Champion Slalom Skier and the holder of the World title for 2011.

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Going into the final round Degasperi was not even in the top three, but that didn’t seem to faze him. He stretched for every turn and in the end came out on top slicing past fellow pro Aaron Larkin by an entire buoy for a winning run of 3@41’(10.25m). Degasperi received his new World Champion Title on Saturday, July 23, 2011. Larkin and Nate Smith finished second and third respectively.

Lani Farmer, Team and Event Director for Malibu Boats, had this to say about the current World Champion. “We’re so proud of Thomas. The World Slalom Title could not be held by a better guy. He’s not only a wonderful skier, but he’s a great person and an unbelievable ambassador for Malibu Boats and the sport of slalom skiing. Great job Thomas!”

Skiing extremely well this year, Degasperi’s competitive performances seemed to be hinting to a new level in his skiing. He edged out the 2010 World Slalom Champion and his Malibu Boats teammate, Will Asher, at the Global Invitational. Degasperi took this confidence and skill into Worlds and came out with his second Men’s Slalom Title.

His training regimen also had a lot to do with Degasperi’s resurgence as a World Champion. During the summer Degasperi trains in his home town of Trento in Northern Italy with his Father Marco and the Italian Federation coach, Bubu Alessi. The other half of the year Degasperi trains behind the Malibu Response LXi at the Drew Ross Ski Academy in Orlando, FL. A fellow competitive slalom skier, Team Malibu member and good friend, Ross helps push Degasperi to be his best with the help of the LXi’s pull.

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Trent Wright Jr.

This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photo is of 6 year old (at time of photo) Trent Wright Jr. surfing behind their Wakesetter 23 LSV on Lake Martin in Alabama. You look awesome out there Trent!!!

Thank you again for sharing your Malibu memories 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!

Johannesson Family's VLX

This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photo was sent to us from Trent Johannesson through the Malibu iPhone App. This is Trent’s 2011 Wakesetter VTX taken on Cow Lake, Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, Canada. Trent tells us, hanging out enjoying the sun with the family!.

Thanks again Trent for the photo, keep them coming!!

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!

Shane Carwin's New VLX!

This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) very cool photo is of Malibu Boats sponsored athlete, Shane Carwin's new Wakesetter VLX, sent to us from Tommy’s Slalom Shop.

Thank you Brian from Tommy’s Slalom Shop and Shane Carwin for sharing this awesome 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!

Malibu Boats: Portuguese for Performance

The Riders Choice Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Wakesetter VLX was selected to pull yet another tournament abroad. This time the VLX graced the waters of the Brazilian Wakeboard Championships featured in this video. The video was created and posted by Rede Globo, Brazil's Premier Television Channel. The video and related article are in Portuguese. Luckily the language of wakeboarding is universal. check it out! Malibu Boats and the Wakesetter VLX, covering the World of Water Sports.

Tags: Malibu Boats | Brazil | wakeboarding | Wakesetter VLX | wakeboard boats | Portuguese | Rede Globo | video | tournament

Malibu Boats Headgrear: Bedhead's Worst Enemy

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) and Malibu Apparel (@MalibuApparel) are going to the mattresses to preserve your good looks and make everyday a good hair day. visit the "Headgear" section of gear.malibuboats.com and select your favorite Malibu Boats hat. Whether your suffering from bedhead, rider hair or your sporting the windblown look, a Malibu Boats hat can help. Simply slip it on. The results are immediate! Pick your style of cure from the Flex-o-fit Flat Bill Port to the Basic Black Cap with adjustable size to the Malibu Logo Beanie. No matter what your headgear preference Malibu Boats has what you need to put a lid on bad hair days forever. Visit gear.malibuboats.com today and feel better about yourself tomorrow.

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Malibu Boats Chubby Bunny

Malibu Boats (MalibuBoats) does not recommend you try this face stuffing feat, but that didn't stop Trever Maur from shoving as many marshmallows in his mouth as he could. Shot during some downtime at the 2012 Malibu Boats Photo Shoot, Trever decided to take the left over marshmallows from the camp fire shot we had just fished to do his best Chubby Bunny impression. The object of this stunt is to fill your mouth with marshmallows and say "Chubby Bunny" after each addition. Check it out! It's a crack-up!

Thanks to everyone to who has helped at this year's photo shoots. We had a blast and got some great photos that will posted online soon. Thanks to our photographer Tom King and Robert Snow for shooting the Chubby Bunny video. And Thanks to Trever for the spur-of-the-moment entertainment. The Chubby Bunny video continues to provide great comic relief.

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Jake Owen's Malibu Boat in Hit Music Video

Malibu Boat (MalibuBoats) owner and country music star, Jake Owen (JakeOwen) took his love for wakeboarding and wake surfing a step further in his latest video. The music video for Jake's new summer hit, Barefoot Blue Jean Night, is filled with big wake riding footage, including a bunch of sweet shots of his 2011 Malibu Wakesetter 247 LSV. We were extremely honored to see Jake's boat in the video, but we keep watching and listening over and over for another reason. It's a great video and an even better song. Download Barefoot Blue Jean Night and find your favorite song for Summer 2011. The perfect Summer anthem meets the perfect summer activity, water sports. And we're not the only listeners who think so. Barefoot Blue Jean Night continues to climb the charts and push the video high in CMT's top 20. Keep it up Jake! We're looking forward to the release of your new album so we can add it to our Malibu boat playlists.

Tags: Malibu Boats | Jake Owen | country music | Barefoot Blue Jean Night | music video | Wakesetter 247 LSV | wakeboarding | wakesurfing | wakeboard boats | playlists | charts | CMT

Trent Johannesson's VTX

This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photo was sent to us from Trent Johannesson through the Malibu iPhone App. This is Trent’s 2011 Wakesetter VTX taken on Cow Lake, Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, Canada.

Thank you Trent for sharing this great photo 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!

Matthew Smith's 23 LSV and Friends!!

These Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photos were sent to us through the Malibu iPhone App.. Malibu Boat owner Matthew Smith and his friends are Wakesurfing behind his 2006 Wakesetter 23 LSV on Lake Anna, Lake Anna Virginia.

Looks like everyone is having a great time!! Thank you Matthew! See more pics of Matthew and his friends wakesurfing at http://www.flickr.com/photos/malibuboats/sets/72157627085076374/

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!

Trent Wright's 23 LSV

This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photo of Trent Wright’s 2011 Wakesetter 23 LSV was sent to us through the Malibu iPhone App.. Taken by Joni Kniseley on Lake Martin, Alexander City Alabama.

Thank you Trent!

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!