Malibu Open Waterski Championships Set For June 21-22

For the fourth consecutive year, the RESPONSE TXi will tow the Malibu Open on Friday and Saturday June 21-22, 2013 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at Veterans Park Lagoon. Make plans now to come check out all the action, including the WATERSKI Awards at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Summerfest will kick off at the same time nearby! More info at http://www.malibuopenfestival.com

Photo: BillDoster.com

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Waterski America: New Location in Texas!

Waterski America, in Lewisville, Texas held a grand opening party for their new location on March 1-2, 2013. The Dallas area has proved to be a huge market for Malibu and Axis fans, and the newer, larger location will allow for better customer service than ever before. Tim Cvar, owner of Waterski America is thrilled with the new site and its potential. “We had a lot to celebrate, considering our 21 years in business, and with our new location, we are looking forward to the next 20 years.”

If you live in the Dallas area and would like to try out a new Malibu (with SURF GATE) or a new Axis Wake Research boat, give Waterski America a call now!

Waterski America
375 Oakridge Blvd.
Lewisville, TX 75057
972-221-2377

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Thomas Degasperi Factory Visit

Malibu skier Thomas Degasperi, who is currently #2 on the Elite Slalom Rankings, came by the factory in Loudon, Tennessee to check out his new Response TXi. 

He also had a chance to check out the boat building process, where he showed a genuine interest. Degasperi also got to hang with CEO Jack Springer, Lani Farmer and Ritchie Anderson. Later that evening, Drew Halford (Director of International Sales) took him out on the town. "We had a great time and left a trail of broken hearts in our wake," Halford said. "I think Thomas is still receiving texts from a few local women who want to be the next Mrs. T-Gas."

Here is a recent excerpt from WATERSKI Magazine's Leading Edge about Degasperi:
There are few skiers on the planet who have the confidence to perform their best when it really matters. Thomas Degasperi is one of those skiers. This season, he took first place in slalom at Global Championships and Worlds, not to mention third at Moomba, fourth at Masters and fourth at the Malibu Open. It takes a clear mind to consistently ski well, he says. “If I start to look at the people on the banks, if I listen to music or the announcers, if I look at other skiers to see what they’re doing, then my concentration level decreases.”
So how does the two-time world slalom champion stay on his game? His aunt Mariella, a therapist who studied sports psychology, talked through several relaxation techniques, which she recorded for him to use before he competes at tournaments. “Her techniques help me relax both my mind and my body, so that I’m ready to compete when the time comes,” he explains.


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WATERSKI Mag Editor Praises All-New TXi

Making its debut at the Malibu Open in early August, the all-new Response TXi made an immediate impact, pulling slalom champion Will Asher into 41 off. Besides the TXi's proven high-end performance, the new T Cut Diamond Hull will accommodate different levels of skiers as well, by taming the flow of water to allow smoother wakes at slower speeds and longer line lengths. And customers can also expect the finest styling and plush amenities Malibu is known for. In essence, every skier will feel connected to more than just the rope.

Todd Ristorcelli, Editor of WATERSKI Magazine has skied behind every new ski boat in the last 15 years and was very impressed with the 2012 TXi. "Malibu must have had big-time confidence in their new Response TXi, by immediately launching it to the competitive scrutiny of the Malibu Open," Ristorcelli said. "The result: flawless performance. The boat's innovative running surface produces pillow-soft wakes for skiing's elite as well as for advancing longline skiers looking for every competitive edge they can get." Look for the TXi to be featured in a three-page gatefold advertisement in WATERSKI's Winter, 2011 issue, which will arrive in time for Orlando's SURF EXPO in early September.


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2010 Malibu Open Schedule of Events

The 2010 Malibu Open will take place Friday and Saturday, August 6-7 at Veterans Park in downtown Milwaukee.

Schedule of Events

Friday
8:00 AM Open Women Slalom Round #1 qualifying (17)

10:00 AM Open Men Slalom Round #1 qualifying (33)

2:30 PM Open Women Slalom Round #2 qualifying
Top 4 seeds from Round #1 receive bye

4:00 PM Open Men Jump Round #1 qualifying (15)

6:00 PM Free Style Jump (12)


Saturday
9:30 AM Open Men Slalom Round #2 qualifying (29)
Top 4 seeds from Round #1 receive bye

1:30 PM Free Style Jump competition (6)

2:30 PM Open Men Jump Round #2 qualifying (11)

4:00 PM Open Women (8)

5:05 PM Open Men Slalom (8)

6:10 PM Barefoot Demo

6:45 PM Opening Ceremony Pyramid (National Anthem)

7:00 PM Free Style Jump Finals (4)

7:45 PM Open Women Final (4) head to head

8:10 PM Open Men Final (4) head to head

8:35 PM Open Women Final (2) head to head

8:50 PM Open Men Final (2) head to head

9:00 PM Barefoot Demo

9:20 PM Freestyle Jump Finals (2)

9:35 PM Open Men Jump Finals (8)

10:45 PM Awards presented by Lani Farmer, Scott Clack

Team Malibu Out Swirves Competition at EAME Waterski Finals

Malibu Boats terrible twosome slalom threat Thomas Degasperi and Will Asher finished top two in yet another major competition this past weekend, the EAME Waterski Championships in Denmark. This time the current and former World Champions traded their podium steps from Worlds. Thomas finished first and Will settled for second. Way to keep it going guys! We're proud of you!

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