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The smoke has cleared, the winners have been announced and the videos have all been watched… but it’s not over yet. We have such an insane amount of awesome images from Bryan Soderlind that we had to share them all with you. So here they are, a ton of shots (both action shots and lifestyle ones) of the good old time that we all had at the Shredtown Jamboree. A big thanks to Andrew Adams, Chris Abadie and Davis Griffin for their hospitality, all the riders that killed it and had a good time all weekend long, the sponsors who made it happen and of course the Golden Bear (Bryan Soderlind) for documenting it all like noone else would. Cheers!

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Woah! I didn’t see this one coming. Axis just added the T23 to its lineup for 2015. This thing looks like a lot of fun and sounds like it’s just the right size too. I’m just as eager to snag a set on one of these as you are. Check this thing out!

AXIS LAUNCHES A NEW LEGEND WITH THE BEASTLY T23 

At 23 feet 5 inches, the T23 brings a longer traditional-bow towboat to the ever growing Axis family.

Loudon, TN | November 6, 2014 — Axis Wake Research proudly unveiled its all-new T23 in San Diego this week, at the annual national dealer meeting. As the latest addition to the Axis lineup, now featuring five wake/surf models, the T23 is the company’s answer to massive customer demand after the success of the first traditional-bow Axis, the T22, which debuted last year. Coming in at a foot and a half longer than the T22, and with room for as many as 16 people, the newest Axis is built for those who want maximum versatility and unrivaled performance in a bigger traditional-bow boat.

CEO Jack Springer matched the excitement of the crowd gathered for the unveiling. “We knew we had a winner from the start with Axis Wake Research, but we’ve been amazed at how quickly and powerfully the brand has grown, with Axis now the number-four player in the market,” said Springer. “Five boats in five years, plus Surf Gate, is huge. And so is the T23. This is one big, bad, beautiful boat, and we are so pleased to launch it here with you tonight. It looks amazing, but just wait until you get it out on the water. We are incredibly proud of this beastly machine.”

As always with Axis, owners get the absolute best boat for the money in the industry—without question. The T23 is a pure performer, with a painstakingly engineered wake-and-wave-maximizing hull and a hard-tank ballast system. And with upgrades like the Auto-Set Wedge and the revolutionary Surf Gate, riders of all levels can ride and surf world-class, effortlessly customized wakes and waves. The T23’s helm features a top-of-the-line swivel seat, precision Livorsi throttle, and easy, agile steering, while its expansive lounge area sports plush, high-end vinyl upholstery—now standard across the Axis line—in the most spacious cockpit available in an entry-level 23-footer.

makewaves  |  @axiswake  |  http://axiswake.com/t23

Contact: kevinmichael@malibuboats.com

ABOUT AXIS:

Built in the U.S.A. by Malibu Boats with unstinting dedication to the same legendary craftsmanship, Axis Wake Research is all about high performance and astonishing affordability. Axis has seen explosive growth in the watersports industry since its 2009 founding, reaching fourth in market share within five years—and showing no signs of slowing down. Together, Malibu and Axis easily lead, commanding nearly 40 percent of the North American market. Axis Wake Research is centered on you—and built to make waves. For more go to http://axiswke.com

2015 Axis Wake Research T23

Length – 23′ 5″ / 7.14m

Beam – 102″ / 2.6m

Draft – 27″ / 0.69m

Seating Cap – 16 people

Weight Cap – 2,256 lbs.

Weight – 4,200 lbs. / 1,905kg

Fuel Cap – 67 gal. / 254L

Std HP – 350

Max HP – 550

Std Ballast – 900 lbs. / 408kg

Max Ballast – 2,150 lbs. / 974kg (plus Auto-Set Wedge)

Hull Type – Wake Plus

Photos: Chris Garrison

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The Wake Awards has always highlighted the best in wake, and it did so again in dramatic fashion as Brad Smeele accepted the Indmar Trick of the Year award by the powers of technology, and delivered an unforgettable moment for all the attendees.

A big thanks to all the sponsors of the 2014 Wake Awards: Rockstar Energy, Malibu Boats, Indmar Marine Engines, Surf Expo, Sesitec, WSIA and Skylon!

List of 2014 Winners:

Check Out Award – Ben Leclair

Best Women’s Rider – Meagan Ethell

Best Wake Park Rider – Daniel Grant

Best Rail Rider – Graeme Burress

Best Photographer – Bryan Soderlind

Best Video Part – Wakeskate – Andrew Pastura / Aaron Pastura – Human Rocket

Best Video Part – Wakeboard – Chris Abadie / Patrick Wieland – Drop The Gun

Best Web Video – JD Webb / Spencer Norris – Another One Down

Best Wakeskater – Andrew Pastura

Industry Icon – Herb O’Brien

Best Video – Drop The Gun – Patrick Wieland / Shredtown

Best Wakeboarder – Harley Clifford

Indmar Trick of the Year – Wakeskate: Ben Horan, Varial Heel

Indmar Trick of the Year – Wakeboard: Brad Smeele, Double Indy Tantrum to Blind

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Whaaaat!?! This thing is so sick. Having seen it in person and ridden behind it, I’ll say that it’s everything that it is cracked up to be. Read all about the new changes, drool over the photos, and get ready to sit in one at Surf Expo or your local boat show. Enjoy!

AXIS INTRODUCES THE ALL-NEW A22

Completely redesigned towboat will be revealed 9/4 at Surf Expo.

Loudon, TN | August 27, 2014 — A completely new boat from the hull up, the 2015 Axis Wake Research A22 is a total redesign of the original A22, the very first Axis model to hit the water. For 2015, the revolutionary towboat that forever changed the industry by getting more people on the water in true performance boats—at a sweeter price—has been reimagined bow to stern.

Monster wakes and waves come standard with the all-new A22. With a new wake-and-wave-maximizing hull, this aggressive 22-footer is built to create the perfect playground for wakeboarders and wakesurfers of all skill levels. And with Surf Gate, you can ride a customized wave and easily transfer from side to side.

Axis and Malibu CEO Jack Springer is excited to be debuting the all-new A22 at Orlando’s Surf Expo on September 4th. “With the ongoing evolution of Axis, we felt it was time to take the A22 to the next level,” says Springer. “We’ve had so much fun with this boat. The insiders who’ve gotten to see it and drive it just can’t stop talking about it.”

Top pros go after this boat for its perfect, solid wake, but its clean lines and aggressive styling don’t hurt, either. The A22 boasts a striking exterior, with sharp new hull graphics and three new metal-flake gel color options, but it’s also plush and roomy on the inside, with a 102-inch beam and comfortable, upgraded vinyl seating for as many as 15 people. For 2015, the A22 features the new AW15 Tower, a new interior, deeper storage, walk-through bow, and Livorsi shifter. Upgrade options include Zero Off GPS Cruise and high-fidelity WetSounds speakers and amps.

Axis has seen explosive growth in the watersports industry since its 2009 founding, reaching sixth in market share within three years—and showing no signs of slowing down, sitting in the number-four position as of June 2014. Together, Malibu and Axis easily lead, commanding over 35 percent of the North American market.

Contact your local dealer to test-drive the all-new A22. Axis Wake Research is centered on you—and built to make waves.

VIDEO: axiswake.com/video/a22

MEDIA CONTACT: Kevin Michael, kevinmichael@malibuboats.com

ABOUT AXIS: Built by Malibu Boats with unstinting dedication to the same legendary craftsmanship, Axis Wake Research is focused on high performance and astonishing affordability. Our wake/surf boats are handcrafted in the U.S.A. to your exact specifications. Axis is a brand of Malibu Boats, Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of watersports towboats, with some 450 employees and three manufacturing facilities, in California, Tennessee, and Australia.

A22  |  #MakeWaves  |  @axiswake

2015 AXIS WAKE RESEARCH A22

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Length: 22′ / 6.7m

Beam: 102″ / 2.6m

Draft: 27″ / 0.7m

Seating Capacity: 15 people

Weight Capacity: 2,115 lbs

Weight: 4,000 lbs / 1,814 kg

Fuel Capacity: 42 gals / 159 liters

Standard HP: 350

Max HP: 550

Standard Ballast: 900 lbs / 408 kg

Max Ballast: 2,150 lbs / 974 kg (plus Auto-Set Wedge)

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Malibu has officially released their Malibu Wakesetter 22 VLX that is all new for 2015! Check out the video and photo gallery that they just released going through all the new features of the new designed hull that’s perfect for wakeboarding and wakesurfing. Between the brand new massive touch screen, a new analog-style knob for surf gate and all the amenities you find out of a Malibu, this boat is mind blowing. Stay tuned as Malibu debuts this beauty to the public on September 4th at Surf Expo!

Click one of the images below to enlarge!

Press Release:

Loudon, TN | August 22, 2014 — A completely new boat from the hull up, the 2015 Malibu Wakesetter 22 VLX is a total redesign of the previous 21 VLX model. This 22-foot model features a new running surface designed to deliver perfect wakes and waves for wakeboarding and wakesurfing. With Malibu’s amazing new Command Center, featuring the 12-inch MaliView and seven-inch MTC touchscreens, total control of everything is at your fingertips, including the now-standard Zero Off GPS speed control, Surf Gate, ballast systems, and the bigger, hydraulic Power Wedge II, a 2015 upgrade that builds even better wakes and has been engineered to get boats on plane much faster.

Malibu Boats CEO Jack Springer is excited to be launching the 22 VLX at Orlando’s Surf Expo on September 4th. “Considering the popularity of our previous VLX, we knew we were improving something that was already great,” says Springer. “For 2015, our product-development team has delivered more new innovations than ever before in our 33-year history. With the 22 VLX’s new hull, our new Power Wedge II, and our unrivaled Surf Gate, we’ve made this the most versatile 22-foot boat on the market and have increased our surfing advantage with the continuing evolution of our wakesurf system. All of this makes it one of our most exciting 2015 boats, and I can’t wait to show it to the entire industry at Surf Expo.”

The wake on the 22 VLX is easily fine-tuned for every skill level, from beginners to the top riders on our Malibu Pro Team. Malibu’s artisanal craftsmanship is evident in every aspect of this thoroughbred machine, with updates like the G3.2 Tower with easy latching, a three-mode Livorsi throttle, new hull graphics, transom seating, a drop-in Igloo cooler, and three new metallic gel colors to choose from. Upgrade options include the new gold-standard G4 Tower, the premium Power Wedge II, high-fidelity G-Force Wet Sounds speakers and amps, WakeView seating, and a new, intuitive analog control dial for the Surf Gate, Power Wedge II, speed, and stereo.

Contact your local dealer to test-drive the Malibu Wakesetter 22 VLX and see for yourself why the truth is on the water.

MEDIA CONTACT: Kevin Michael kevinmichael@malibuboats.com

ABOUT MALIBU:

Malibu Boats is the world’s largest manufacturer of water sports towboats. Malibu markets the Wakesetter and Response series as well as the Axis Wake Research brand through a worldwide dealer network. With some 450 employees and three manufacturing facilities, in California, Tennessee, and Australia, Malibu builds boats to help you live a #LifeWithoutLimits.

22VLX | #TheTruthIsOnTheWater | @MalibuBoats

2015 MALIBU WAKESETTER 22 VLX

Length: 21′ 10″ / 6.65m

Beam: 102″ / 2.6m

Draft: 27″ / 0.7m

Seating Capacity: 14 people

Weight Capacity: 1,830 lbs

Weight: 4,300 lbs / 1,950 kg

Fuel Capacity: 48 gals / 182 liters

Standard HP: 350

Max HP: 555

Standard Ballast: 900 lbs / 408 kg

Max Ballast: 2,350 lbs / 1064 kg (plus Power Wedge II)

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Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

Check out more of Jason Lee’s best wakeboarding photos at Blurryphotos.com.

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In absolutely no particular order whatsoever, here are the TransWorld Wakeboarding Top 10 photos from 2010. This was another hard day in the office going through all of our favorite photos and narrowing them down to these few. Check them all out and enjoy, and happy holidays everyone!

Photo by Bryan Soderlind

Photo by Joey Meddock

Photo by Aaron Katen

Photo by Bill Doster

Photo by Daniel Deak Barbos

Photo by Joey Meddock

Photo by Jason Lee

Photo by Ryan Taylor

Photo by Rodrigo Donoso

Photo by Spencer Smith

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WAKEBOARDING magazine staff photographer Bill Doster recently got up close and personal with Ronix team riders Parks Bonifay, Danny Harf, Chad Sharpe, Reed Hansen, Adam Errington, Emily Copeland Durham, Dean Smith, Brad Smeele, Olivier Derome, and Hayley Smith during a shoot for Ronix’s 2010 catalog outside Orlando.

Photos: Bill Doster

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| |Click here to check out Reed Hansen’s year in words and photos!| | | |### #2: Brian Grubb| |

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| |Click here to check out Aaron Reed’s year in words and photos!| | | |### On the cusp:| |#4: Scott Byerly| |#5: Nick Taylor| |#6: Danny Hampson| |#7: Andrew Pastura| |#8: Stuart Shinn| |#9: George Daniels| |#10: Brandon Thomas|

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