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

Tags: Malibu Boats |

Malibu Dealers Recognized for an Outstanding Year

Malibu Boats (@MalibuBoats) hosted their annual dealer meeting in North Lake Tahoe, Nevada, where more than 60 Malibu Dealers were recognized for their achievements during the 2010 model year.

Among the towering Redwood trees in North Lake Tahoe, Nevada, Malibu dealers stood tall and were recognized for their outstanding efforts during the 2010 model year. Malibu Boats hosted an enthusiastic group of more than 230 at the 2010 Malibu Boats Dealer Meeting. Attendees ranged from dealership owners and administration to sales people and other employees, many of who were honored for the Malibu Difference they have created in their area.

Malibu’s annual awards banquet is the perfect end to several days of speakers and seminars designed to prepare dealers for the upcoming boat show season. The dealers are honored for their accomplishments and role they play in Malibu Boats success.

The following is a list of the major award recipients. For a complete list of winners please contact the Malibu Boats Public Relations Department.

Sales Achievement Award Top 10 Dealer In Sales
Wizard Lake Marine – Alberta, Canada
Waterski America – Dallas, TX
Minnesota Inboard Watersports – Excelsior, MN
Darryl Moore’s Marine – Houston, TX
Skier’s Pier, Inc. – Waterford, MI
Central Texas Water Sports – Austin, TX
Taylor’s Boats – Draper, UT
Saskatoon Watersports – Saskatoon, SK
Active Water Sports – Oregon City, OR
Paradise Watersports – Murrieta, CA

National Salesman of the Year
Ronald Quistberg – Wizard Lake Marine

President’s Award
Minnesota Inboard Water Sports- Excelsior, MN (pictured)

Rookie Dealer of the Year
Aqua Sport Marine - Ste Agathe Des Monts, QC

Regional Dealers of the Year
Northeast: No Wake Marine - Cincinnati, OH
Southeast: Skier's Marine - Westover, AL
Midwest: Minnesota Inboard Watersports – Excelsior, MN
Northwest: Wizard Lake Marine – Alberta, Canada
South Central: Waterski America – Dallas, TX
West: Paradise Watersports – Murrieta, CA

Dealer of the Year
Waterski America – Dallas, TX

Tags: Malibu Boats | Malibu Dealers | dealer meeting | dealer awards | Waterski America | Wizard+Lake+Marine | Minnesota Inboard | Aqua Sport Marine | Dealer of the Year | President's Award

Friends Discover Boating and Cash-in with Video

Malibu Boat (@MalibuBoats) Owners Justin Spence and Josh Redstone went in partners on a 2008 Wakesetter 23 LSV. The two were new to water sports, when Josh suggested they check out the boats at Malibu Boats Dealer Waterski America in Dallas, TX. They were so impressed by the boats and the way they were treated at WSA, they decided to jump into the world of water sports boats by purchasing a Malibu.

Justin is a freelance commercial video producer. His firm Volition Studios has won awards for commercial spots featuring products and companies like Old Spice, InfoLinks, Capella University, ForRent.com and now Discover Boating. "I'm always on the lookout for contests or companies looking to outsource commercial creation." Justin continued, "I came across the Discover Boating opportunity and jumped on it."

Justin and Josh put their new found passion for water sports into a commercial and entered it into the i-Discovered Boating Video Contest. Justin and Josh's commercial was one of four video ads chosen as "i-Discovered Boating" winners. Justin and Josh received $5000 for their commercial.

Justin and Josh "Discovered Boating" in a Malibu and what they found out is that both of them and their wives love water sports like wakesurfing and wakeboarding. Josh even throws his slalom ski on and takes a few cuts behind the boat. "We surf and wakeboard, but I still like to ski too," Justin explained.

Justin and Josh were just beginners when they bought their Malibu, but they have wasted no time improving their skills. The two purchased the boat as a partnership and most times they go out in a group on Joe Poole Lake in South Dallas. This group also includes some friends that happen to be amazing riders. These seasoned veterans like Matt Sherstad are psyched about the wakeboard boat choice their friends made. They agree the 23 LSV is a phenomenal boat for wakeboarding. They are very impressed with "Monkey Fish Frog" and its wake. By the way, Justin and Josh named their '08 Wakesetter "Monkey Fish Frog" after a South Park episode.

The "Monkey Fish Frog" crew have all benefited from the versatility and superior perfromance of the Wakesetter 23 LSV. They all appreciate the customizable wake enhancement they can achieve with the Malibu. "We love the electronic ballast and the Power Wedge. The electronics, in general, are great!" Justin told us. "Josh and I can do 360s as well as clear the wake and our wives now love to surf!" Justin concluded, "We have all progressed behind the Malibu."

We would like to thank Justin and Josh for including their Wakesetter in the winning video and congratulate them on this great accomplishment. Way to go y'all! Keep having fun on the lake.

Tags: Malibu Boats | Justin Spence | Josh Redstone | Malibu video | Discover Boating | wakeboarding | wakesurfing | water skiing | Wakesetter | 23 LSV | wakeboard boat | Waterski America | Dallas TX | Power Wedge

Discover Boating Commercial with Malibu Boat

Malibu Boat (@MalibuBoats) owner Justin Spence of Dallas, Texas created a video about the Malibu boat he and his buddy Josh bought together. Justin submitted the video to Discover Boating's "i-Discovered Boating Video Contest" and ended up winning for the water sports segment. Way to go Justin! The video rocks and the wakesurfing wipes outs are the best!

Tags: Malibu Boats | Discover Boating | Justin Spence | Dallas Texas | Wakesetter | wakesurfing | wakeboard boat | wakesetter+23+lsv | water sports

Malibu Wakeboarders Make INT Regionals Family Affair

The Cleburne Times Review recently posted an article featuring long-time WaterSki America customers and Malibu boat owners, the Cain Family. These Cleburne, TX wakeboarders recently competed in the INT Southeastern Invitational tournament in Little Rock, Ark as a family.

Marcus and Matthew Cain and father, Scott, all Texas state champions, competed against state champions from 10 other states. The event lasted three days.

Marcus Cain, a Cleburne High School student, won the first day of competition.

“The competition was stronger than anything I have encountered before,” he said, “but the atmosphere was very laid back and fun.”

The second day of riding brought a change of boats.

Marcus Cain stood up his first pass and landed his first toe-side 180 spin.

He had some trouble adjusting to the new boat’s wake but was one of the few riders to almost complete his second pass without a fall.

At the conclusion of the tournament, Marcus Cain held off a strong surge from the rest of the field to secure a third place overall finish.

“It felt really good making the podium at a national tournament,” he said.

He is sponsored by Malibu Boats and Waterski America and rides a Hyperlite board. He is coached by JoJo Lemberg and Scott Flanagan of the Wakeboard Coalition.

Matthew Cain, one of the youngest competitors at the event, secured an honorable mention award in the mini outlaw division.

“It was scary standing on the dock waiting for your turn,” he said, “but you just have to go through it.”

“We’re so proud of Marcus and Matthew,” said the boys’ mother, Chris Cain. “Watching from the shore, I was probably more nervous than the boys,” she said.

The INT is the world’s largest amateur competition for wakeboarding.

“Despite the rain, the riders had a great time,” Scott Cain said. “For me, it was a once in a lifetime event. It was great riding with my boys.”

The Cains plan to continue to wakeboard until Thanksgiving.

“Now that the competitions are over, we have to start training for next season,” Marcus Cain said. “I’m working on a back roll and some new spins for next year.”

When he’s not training, Marcus Cain spends his time on the water teaching others how to wakeboard.

“Marcus does a great job representing the sport,” said Scott Cain.

To read more about the wakeboarding Cain Family in the Cleburne Times Review.

Congratulations, Cain boys! Keep it up, Malibu Boats is cheering for you!

Tags: Malibu Boats | Cain Family | Cleburne Times | INT Regionals | wakeboard competition | wakeboarding | Wakeboard Coalition | Marcus Cain | Matthew Cain | Scott Cain | WaterSki America | Dallas TX