Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Dave Robinson's 3rd Malibu!!!


This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photo is of Dave Robinson’s Wakesetter 23 LSV his 3rd Malibu. Looks like a great time! Taken on Lake McClure, CA.

Thank you Dave 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!

Thursday, May 26, 2011

Here We Go: Camp Carwin - Episode 2


Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) sponsored athlete and UFC Heavyweight Contender, Shane Carwin (@ShaneCarwin), is being featured in the latest series of videos from Bud Light. "Here we go: Camp Carwin Episode 2" was posted on YouTube yesterday. This first 2 minute 30 second video focuses on Shane, his training regimen and the team that is pushing him to the UFC Heavyweight Championship. But before Shane squares off with Cain Velasquez for the title he must defeat Junior Dos Santos on June 11, 2011 in Vancouver, Canada. Check out this great video and join Malibu Boats in pulling for Shane during his up-coming battle in the octagon.

There are more videos to come. Keep an eye on the Malibu Boats Blog for the latest webisodes from Bud Light and the Carwin Camp. Go Team Carwin/Malibu!

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Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Idaho Watersports in Nampa Parade

These Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photos are from the Nampa, ID “America the Beautiful.” Parade held last weekend. The Nampa Exchange Club Parade America began in 1966 and is one of the oldest continuous parades in the area. It is annually held on the third Saturday in May (Armed Services Day). It honors men and women in every branch of the military. Idaho Water Sports towed a line of boats for the event that had over 10,000 in attendance. Great shots Justin, thank you for sharing them!

To see more photos visit http://www.flickr.com/photos/malibuboats/sets/72157626680518863

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!

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Here we go: Camp Carwin Episode 1


Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) sponsored athlete and UFC Heavyweight Contender, Shane Carwin (@ShaneCarwin), is being featured in the latest series of videos from Bud Light. "Here we go: Camp Carwin Episode 1" was posted on YouTube yesterday. This first 3 minute 40 second video focuses on Shane, his training regimen and the team that is pushing him to the UFC Heavyweight Championship. But before Shane squares off with Cain Velasquez for the title he must defeat Junior Dos Santos on June 11, 2011 in Vancouver, Canada. Check out this great video and join Malibu Boats in pulling for Shane during his up-coming battle in the octagon.

There are more videos to come. Keep an eye on the Malibu Boats Blog for the latest webisodes from Bud Light and the Carwin Camp. Go Team Carwin/Malibu!

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$50 Malibu Boats Gear Giveaway!


How would you like $50 of Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) gear? As a loyal Malibu Boats customer, each time you make a qualifying purchase at gear.malibuboats.com you will be automatically entered to win our $50 Giveaway!

Here's how it works:
Every $25 you spend on gear.malibuboats.com in the month of June qualifies you for 1 entry to our $50 Giveaway!
For example:
• Spend $25 & Get 1 Entry
• Spend $50 & Get 2 Entries
• Spend $75 & Get 3 Entries
• Spend $100 & Get 4 Entries

Good luck, now start shopping!! gear.malibuboats.com

Monday, May 23, 2011

UFC Heavyweight Contender Shane Carwin

Check out this awesome Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photo of Shane Carwin in his Wakesetter VLX. Shane’s wife Lani tells us “So he started on the boat, let rope out, surfed, and got back onto the boat....without getting wet. He's seriously amazing!”

We couldn’t agree more!!

See more Shane Carwin pics at http://www.flickr.com/photos/malibuboats/sets/72157623687689236/

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, May 19, 2011

Still Making Wakes in Mixed Martial Arts

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Sponsored Athlete, UFC heavyweight contender, Shane Carwin (@ShaneCarwin), Meets Junior Dos Santos for the Number One Contendership Spot in the UFC.

UFC Heavyweight Contender, Shane Carwin, Who has been onboard with the Malibu Boats family since 2010 agrees to represent Malibu Boats for another year and Face Junior Dos Santos for a shot to compete for the UFC Heavyweight Title. A huge fan of Malibu Boats, Carwin is pumped to continue to bring the Malibu brand of fun and performance to the Mixed Martial Arts Octagon. Malibu Boats reciprocates this admiration as fans of Carwin’s integrity and determination as much as his 12-1 record. Carwin is looking to punch-up his wakeboarding and wakesurfing with his family this summer behind his new 2011 Wakesetter VLX. But, before that can happen Malibu Boats will be pulling for Carwin, in a different way, as he fights Junior Dos Santos, June 11, 2011 at UFC 131 in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

Malibu’s own Shane Carwin will enter the Octagon with Dos Santos on June 11 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada at Rogers Arena to battle it out in UFC 131’s Main Event. Both with records of 12 wins and 1 loss, the Carwin Dos Santos bout should be an epic battle . Ranked #4 and #2 heavyweight contenders respectively by MMAfighting.com, the winner of the fight is expected to face off against current UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez.

When asked why he continues to choose Malibu Boats, Carwin responded with this statement, “My family and I love being on the lake and spending time together. We all ski, wakeboard and just enjoy the water. When looking for a boat I wanted a brand that worked as hard as I do to be the best. Malibu is not only the best performing boat they are the only boats good enough for my family and me.”

Carwin’s record is impressive, but that is not the only reason Malibu is still so excited about this relationship. Just like the other talented individuals that make-up the Malibu Boats Family, Carwin is as strong on character and determination as he is fierce in the Octagon.

Paul Singer, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Malibu Boats, had this to say about the addition of Carwin to the Malibu Crew. "Shane has a level of dedication that is impressive whether it revolves around his family, his sport or his fans so he made an immediate impression on us in the cage and out.” Singer continued, "The fact that he has dreamed of owning a Malibu boat and wanted to bring us along in his journey in the Octagon was icing on the cake. Both vessels of extreme performance, strength and precision, Shane and his Wakesetter VLX create a strong team."

Carwin fulfilled his mother’s goal for he and his brother, two times over, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and a second degree in Environmental Technology. Carwin was also National Runner-Up Heavyweight in NCAA Division II Wrestling two years running and NCAA II Wrestling Heavyweight National Champion in 1999. In his spare time he managed to become a two-time All-American in football. He was focused on family and driven then. He remains that way today.

Carwin works as an Engineer as he pursues his Mixed Martial Arts career with UFC, but his devotion still lies with family. Carwin’s wife Lani, his son Kamden and their baby girl Alexia remain the priorities in his life. They are all looking forward to another fun summer in their Wakesetter VLX from Tommy’s Slalom Shop in Denver, Colorado. Malibu Boats will keep you updated on Carwin and his family as they wakeboard and have great times in their Malibu boat this summer.

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The Just Ride Tour is Back

The Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Pro Team and the Just Ride 2 Wake & Surf Clinic Tour are coming to a lake near you this summer.

Since everything great always comes back around, it’s no surprise Malibu Boats has resurrected its immensely popular Just Ride Clinic Tour for Summer 2011. The Just Ride 2 (JR2) Wake & Surf Clinic Tour, headlined by Tour Champion Phillip Soven (@PhillipSoven) and the Malibu Pro Team, will follow the Pro Wakeboard Tour stops across the country for the 2011 season. After watching Malibu Pro Riders go big on tour, reserve your space to learn from them. Hosted by the local Malibu Boats dealer, these clinics will give you one-on-one time with the industry’s most accomplished wakeboarders as well as time in the best performing wake boats on the water. Book your spot in a JR2 Clinic, get on a board with Team Malibu and Just Ride.

JR2 Scheduled Stops
May 22 | Acworth, GA
Contact: Singleton Marine (770) 614-0244

June 5 | Fort Worth, TX
Contact: Waterski America (972) 620-2377

July 10 | Monroe, WA
Contact: Seattle Boats (206) 633-2628

Aug 28 | Knoxville, TN
Contact: Great Wakes (865) 988-7900

While each tour stop will be customized by the local Malibu Boats dealer, you can expect extreme amounts of fun and amazing personal improvement no matter which stop you sign-on for. Expect to take instruction from Team Malibu top guns like 2010 Tour Champion and King of Wake title holder, Phillip Soven. Legends like Brian Grubb (@BrianKGrubb), Chad Sharpe (@ChadeSharpe) and Dallas Friday (@DallasFriday) will also be sharing their endless knowledge of the sport and the best way to improve your skills. Even new Team Malibu members like Olivier Derome (@OliDerome) and Sam Thomson (@SamrThomson) are getting into the mix. There will be no shortage of style and expertise at these events, but spots are in short supply so book your space today.

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Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Be the First on Your Lake with New Malibu Gear

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Apparel (@MalibuApparel) just updated the gear web site with a new look and new products. If you're looking to stock up on new Malibu gear before summer hits, check out gear.malibuboats.com. Not only will you notice the new designs, but there are a number of items that had their prices slashed. Whether you're looking to be the first one on your lake with gear from the new line or looking for a deal on non-current items, you'll find it all at gear.malibuboats.com. Go shopping today!

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King of Darkness Crowned in June

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) is pulling America’s premier professional night jump water ski competition, King of Darkness 2011, in Southeastern Michigan June 24-25, 2011 at Groveland Oaks County Park (14555 Dixie Highway, Holly).

King of Darkness event link on Facebook.

Professional water ski jumpers from around the globe (this year adding top women jumpers to the mix) will take to the water to qualify for a chance to win their share of $35,000 in prize money. Sponsors for this year’s event include: Labatt Blue, Malibu Boats, Skiers Pier, Connelly Skis, HO Skis, Boaters Insurance, Indmar, Tahoe Boats and Eagle Trailers. The event is presented in partnership with Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Skiers will be flying more than 230 feet through the air at speeds exceeding 75 miles per hour, all under the lights in a high-energy, crowd-pleasing format. Skiers will be pulled behind the top-of-the-line 2011 Malibu Response LXI with a Corvette LS3 motor, custom built for the King of Darkness event.

“Based on past experience putting on pro water ski events, a night event lit by flood lights is more exciting and unique than a daytime event. Fans will feel like they’re a part of the action and will get a chance to interact with the athletes” said PJ McMillan, event organizer.

The event gives world-class athletes a venue to showcase their breathtaking talents while promoting the sport and the healthy, high-energy lifestyle that goes along with it.

Event-goers will also have a chance to see world-ranked wake boarders Chris Laske and Mike Dowdy perform between rounds. “The goal is to keep the crowd entertained during the jumpers’ down time for an evening of non-stop action,” said McMillan. The King of Darkness will be a three-hour extreme water sports event like nothing else in southeast Michigan.

“We are excited to again be partnering with Oakland County Parks and Recreation to put on the King of Darkness event,” said McMillan. Stewart Lake at Groveland Oaks County Park is the perfect location for this event, with ideal small lake size and large spectator areas, and a location just off I-75. The park hosts several large events each year (including a 4th of July fireworks show) and has parking and facilities to accommodate large crowds.

“Skiers Pier is proud to be the title sponsor of the King of Darkness Night Jump,” said Ron Koenig, Skiers Pier Owner. “We are all about supporting the sports around which our business is centered, and this type of event is the best way to capture new athletes and encourage and motivate those already addicted to water sports.”

Tentative Event Schedule: Friday Night, June 24: Seeding for skiers, live music, food/drink, vendors, sponsor booths – Gates at 5:30, competition starts at 7:30.

Saturday Night, June 25: Main competition, live music, food/drink, vendors, sponsor booths - Gates at 5:30, competition starts at 7:30.

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Monday, May 16, 2011

What Up Movie Teaser from HCP

What Up Tease I from Craig McCallion on Vimeo.

Featuring great riding and Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) "What Up" looks like it is a going to be an excellent full length wakeboarding film. The movie's creator Craig McCallion just recently posted the movie teaser. The movie release party is going off at Babylon Night Club in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada on June 17, 2011 at 10pm. If you're in the area don't miss it!

Half Cab Productions is an Ottawa based productions company owned and operated by McCallion. HCP works hard to bring unique ski, snowboard and wakeboard events around Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

The company is know for the full length wakeboard film entitled LEGIT.

Sponsors: HCP, Slaysh, Slingshot, Ride The Wake and Oakley

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Joel Wing Wins Australian Overall Championship!

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) Team Skier, Joel Wing (pictured here with Thomas Degasperi) returned from Townsville last weekend as the Australian Overall Champion. After 3 big days of competition, Joel outclassed 12 time champion, Ryan Green and young gun Tim Bradstreet to win by a massive 240 overall points. Joel had the advantage of his very own Malibu Response LXi as the towboat for the Championships "The LXi performed great all weekend, providing some great power for big jumps as well as the beautiful trick and slalom wakes we are all used to from the LXi". After a great Australian season, Joel was named as one of the six Australian team members to compete in the World Championships in Russia in July this year. Great job Joel!

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!

8 Day Old Robert F Groshon IV


This adorable Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photo is of Robert F Groshon IV, born April 29, 2011. Taking his first ride in his Malibu at only 8 days old!

Thank you proud Dad 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!

Bradley Family

These Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) photos were taken by Malibu boat owner Craig Bradley and sent to us through the Malibu iPhone App.. Craig tell us “I own a 2002 Malibu Sunscape 21 LSV. My family loves water sports, swimming, having lunch and cruising on our Malibu. We owned a runabout for years and finally upgraded to a Malibu, we will never go back…” We are glad to hear that and it looks like Dylan & Griffin agree and having a great time!

Thank you Craig for sharing your photos 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!

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Update Your 2011 Malibu Boat Guide App

The Malibu Boat (@MalibuBoats) Guide is a comprehensive mobile source for rich 2011 model content made available through a free iPad®/ iPhone® app. This application just went through an upgrade so if you already have a copy on your iPhone and/or iPad make sure to download the update. If you don't have the app yet download it now.

In addition to the functionality originally built into the 2011 Boat Guide, Malibu Boats has added even more.

• Share your photos and videos with Malibu Boats
• Get to Malibu Boats on Twitter and Facebook
• Quickly access your nearest Malibu Dealer's website
• Keep up on your Nearest Malibu Dealer's Tweets

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.

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Monday, May 2, 2011

Hangtime with Larson Marine

This Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) cool shot of a Malibu Wakesetter 23 LSV was sent to us from Craig Larson from Larson Marine. They had this Malibu hanging over 100 feet in the air by a crane right next to I-5 in Stockton, CA for their National Demo Day April 30th and May 1st. Craig told us they had a great turnout despite the windy weather conditions.

Thank you Craig for sending us this great shot!

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!