Read more...]]> Check out the latest video for Supreme Boats and of James Walker with FlyBoy Wakesurfing. This video will be used at Supreme’s Boat Show booth for 2012 starting with the Treasure Valley Boat show in Boise, Idaho at the Expo building Feb. 9-12. Check out Supreme boats and FlyBoy Wakesurfing for your next surf boat and visit the slayshTank Online Store to purchase your own Flyboy Model Inland Surfer board.  Check back at the Tank for complete coverage of wakesurfing in 2012 as the largest online resource for the sport of wakesurfing.

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Shred Stixx Wakesurf Company has just launched a new custom board builder feature on their website, cut straight to the good stuff by clicking the link below and read on for more information on the 2012 Shred Stixx Custom Series.

CLICK HERE TO BUILD YOUR CUSTOM SHRED STIXX WAKESURFER

The Shred Stixx Custom Series is for serious wakesurfers that want to ability to build the perfect wakesurf board. Each board from the Stixx custom series is the product of over 40 years of surf board development and is hand shaped and glassed right here in the USA at one of two shaping locations in Austin, TX and Huntington Beach, CA.

For the 2012 season, Stixx brought back two models from the early years with the Mako and Stixxtreme. With these two boards back in the line up, Stixx truly has a surf style wakesurf board for every rider, skill level, and weight class.

Also new for the 2012 season is the Carbon Flex Pro Package developed by Shred Stixx Team Shaper Nick Wiersema. This ultra light, stringerless, carbon fiber package creates the most technologically advanced wakesurf boards on the market. The CFP integrates various arrays of carbon fiber and other reinforcements, specialized core materials and epoxy formulations to develop a more resilient customizable wake surfboard package with an improved flex pattern that translates to a more rapid ‘spring-back’ effect. Lighter, faster, more responsive, and bigger airs.  They are also offering 3 other carbon fiber packages on our custom series for 2012.

Check out these shots of the new Stixx for Team Rider Johnny Stieg.

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Phase 5 Shredder Chris Hau Wakesurfing in Canada

As the global wakesurf community grows, slayshTank is dedicated to growing with it. Heading into the new season we are gearing up to launch version 6.0 of slayshTank and the Riders Coalition where we will be turning over  the site over to the Riders and Coalition members that have helped bring our vision to life over the last 2 years. This Spring we will launch slayshTank Qmnity where our users will have the ability to manage and upload new videos and photos to their profile pages and share the passion of wakesurfing with pro riders, amateurs, enthusiasts, and industry brands.  With the slayshTank Profiles, our users will have the ability to engage with each other on boards preferences and questions, shaping techniques and constructions, boat set ups and new technologies, and the technical side of media development. With this said we would like to introduce our latest two Riders with Profile pages Chris Hau and Caro Villeneuve.  Both Riders live and shred in Canada and Chris riders for Phase 5 and Caro rides for Inland Surfer.  Both Riders have competed at the professional level and look to continue competing and progressing in 2012.  Check out this shots and videos of Chris and Caro and check back at the Tank for more updates on slayshTank Qmnity and the launch of the largest wakesurfing lifestyle community on the web.

Caro Ripping at the Monde Wakesurf Contest Last Season

A video of Chris ripping in the 2012 Phase 5 Team Rider Video from Corbin Blanton.

A video of Caro ripping last summer in British Columbia.

Read more...]]> While cruising the web for some fresh content to share with the world of wakesurfing we stumbled upon the slayshTank Compound of the Future. Check out this insane video of the Deus Temple of Enthusiasm (freshest name ever, period) in Bali.
Between custom motorcycles like the one shown below, fixed gear bicycles, surfboards, clothing, art, music, food, and high fashion shoots, these cats are doing it all and doing it all well.

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slayshTank is stoked to welcome 2010 World Wakesurfing Champion Keenan Flegel to the Tank with a Rider Profile. Keenan is hands down one of the most exciting young shredders to watch in the sport of wakesurfing. He came on the scene in 2010 winning the World Wakesurfing Title against proven veterans like Drew Danielo and Dominic Lagace and you can bet he will be charging hard for another Title in 2012. Flegel rides his own Pro Model board from Inland Surfer and is also a Team Rider for Centurion Boats. Check out these shots and videos of Keenan ripping behind the boat and check back at the Tank for more coverage of the best riders in wakesurfing.

Boosting on his own Pro Model from Inland Surfer

The Keenan Flegel Pro Model Skim is currently sold out, but will be available soon in the slayshTank Online Store.

Check out this video from Merrett Fay

Flegel Rips Surf Style As Well

Another sick edit from Merrett Fay

Showing off the 2012 Pro Model Skim from Inland Surfer

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Rider Drew Danielo Photo Phase 5

5 time world wakesurf champion Drew Danielo has been leading the progression of skim style wakesurfing ever since his first run behind the boat and we are stoked to welcome him to slayshTank and the Riders Coalition.  Drew rides for Phase 5 and has designed a new board for 2012, the Daielo Pro Carbon.  Visit the slayshTank online store to purchase your Phase 5 wakesurfer.

Check back at the Tank for all things wakesurf for the upcoming season.

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The original wakesurf company has just launched their new website for the Shred Stixx Wakesurf School Franchise and affiliate partnership program.  Read below for the full press release from Shred Stixx and be sure to book you private lesson or group surf session early by visiting their new website:  www.wakesurfschool.com

Shred Stixx Wakesurf School is dedicated to creating the ultimate wakesurf experience on the planet. Whether you are looking for private instruction from some of the best wakesurfers in the world or looking to plan a relaxing group surf session on the lake, we can provide a truly unique experience. Our flagship school is located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country on the shores of the Lake Austin. Austin, TX has quickly becoming the center of wakesurfing progression and the sport is defining a new breed of surf culture on the shores of the Lower Colorado River. Our private, group, or Club wakesurf sessions include the opportunity to surf behind the Shred Stixx Team Boat with access to the entire Shred Stixx board quiver. Our sessions are organized through experienced instruction from Shred Stixx Team Riders and staff, with access to incredible product discounts on all Shred Stixx products.

Our goal is to provide a safe and fun wakesurfing experience for all ages and skill levels for those looking to learn from the best or simply enjoy a wakesurf session with friends.

Call or email us today to make your reservation or inquire about our franchise and affiliate partnership opportunities.

Phone: 512 669 1124
Email: info@shredstixx.com

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The 2011 World Wakesurfing Champion Drew Danielo

It’s fun to watch things blow up before your very eyes and the sport of wakesurfing is no exception.  This week Centurion Boats announced the international expansion of the 2012 World Series of Wake Surfing.

The establishment of this 8-stop competitive series gives riders an opportunity to compete and qualify for the premier wakesurfing event in the world: the Centurion World Wake Surfing Championship in September. To complement the existing United States qualifiers in Florida, Texas, Washington and Minnesota, Centurion also announced international qualifiers in Austria, Germany, Switzerland and Canada.

The most significant and highest caliber events in the growing world of wakesurfing have been hand-selected to round out the World Series and prepare for the largest, most prestigious wakesurfing event in history. Centurion Boats is proud to introduce these qualifiers to its world-class lineup for competitive wakesurfing in 2012. This move will enhance the international influence on the World Wake Surfing Championship and address the global nature of wakesurfing. Check out the schedule of events for this season and check back at the Tank for wakesurfing event coverage, news, and media.

2012 World Series of Wake Surfing

AIRBAZE Swiss Wakesurf Championship, European Wakesurf Tour
Zurich, Switzerland
June 2-3

USA Wake Surf Nationals
Orlando, Florida
June 29-July 1

Evowake, European Wakesurf Tour
Passau, Germany
July 13-15

Wake The Desert
San Angelo, Texas
July 19-22

NWWSA’s Northwest Wakesurf Open
Seattle, Washington
July 27-29

Koocanusa Wakesurfing Challenge
British Columbia, Canada
August 10-12

Minnesota’s 10K Lakes Open
Minneapolis, Minnesota
August 17-19

Centurion World Wake Surfing Championship
Parker, Arizona
September 27-29

Read more...]]> New for the 2012 season, slayshTank will be running a feature on pro shops around the globe that are leading the way in the wakesurf industry on the local level.  We all know the importance of the local surf shop in the ocean surfing industry as a place where the lifestyle lives and breathes, riders meet, and new products are introduced.  There are a few inland shops delivering this kind of atmosphere and experience thanThe Faction Board Shop in Alexandria, MN.

We are open 7 days a week, so if there is ever a problem with ANY product you purchased from us please call us as soon as possible. The quicker we are aware of a problem the quicker it can be resolved. All warranties are from the manufacturer, not the Faction. They decide if the product is under warranty, not us. We will do our best to help you out in any situation where your product is being warrantied. From borrowing store boards, to calling reps and companies personally to make sure your needs are addressed. We do not offer cash for returns, all returns will be given in store credit. We have the BEST customer service around and we know you’ll be happy when you shop at the Faction Boardshop.

Click the image below to visit their website.

Read more...]]> This off season, the biggest name in surf style wakesurfing got together with the biggest name fin engineering and the result will be the Shred Stixx Futures Series which be available for purchase in the slayshTank online store this Spring. The slayshTank Online store has been updated with the 2012 Futures Fins to take your wakesurfing to the next level. Stayed tuned to the Tank to watch the sport of wakesurfing progress in 2012.

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Rider Jeff Murphy Photo Tony Mills

Out of over 200 photo submissions for the 2011 Wakesurf Photo Contest, we have narrowed down the field to 5 stellar shots and need a little help picking the 3 winners.  These 5 shots were selected by the slayshTank staff and we clearly 5 of the best shots we received for the photo contest.  We want to thank everyone who got out for some shred and submitted photo’s and as soon as we announce last years winners we will start taking submissions for this years contest.  These shots will be posted to our Facebook page and we ask that you vote on the ones you want to win with a “like”.  The winners will receive over $500 in a cash and prizes and will be announced by Feb 1, 2012.  Check out the shots and head over to our Facebook Page and vote (Like) you favorites!

Rider DJ Jamesz

Rider Korina Smyrek Photo Christina Anger

Rider Keenan Flegal Photo 10K Lakes

Board Shred Stixx Custom Photo Brad King

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Arrowhead has recently been named the Largest Cobalt Dealer In The World, and is also an authorized dealer for new Crownline, Malibu, Harris and a wide variety of quality used boats. When you buy through us you will have the assurance of our award winning service department and the advantage of shopping from any of our four locations. When you’re in the market for a new or quality used boat, remember Arrowhead – 4 stores and 3 marinas in Oklahoma and Arkansas with the service you have come to expect.

Arrowhead Yacht Club is Northeast Oklahoma’s premier recreational facility. Located halfway between Tulsa, Oklahoma and Joplin, Missouri on Grand Lake, it is the longest continuous operating Yacht Club in Oklahoma listed in the registry of American Yacht Club reciprocity, It’s schedule of events is never-ending.

With Pro Shops on both Grand Lake and Beaver Lake, Arrowhead Boats sales is leading the way for wakesurf pro shops in this are of the country.  Check out their website for more info and drop by for product demo’s and wakesurf information.

Read more...]]> A quick video from the crew at Wake9 showing off the waves of the 2012 Tige Boat line up.  From the all new RZ2 to the 24Ve and RZ4, the waves look bigger than ever with some impressive riding from the Pro’s including James Walker and the Flyboy Inland Surfer Model.  Check back at the Tank for wave reviews from all the boat companies and board reviews from all the wakesurf board manufacturers.

Read more...]]> November 30, 2011 – Earlier this month, Phase 5 flew in three team riders to help put together a Phase 5 team video. Two of them are brothers, Corbin & Shane Blanton, the other is our Phase 5 Canadian rider, Chris Hau. We met the Blanton brothers through the Phase 5 Facebook page. Corbin Blanton posted some really sick videos that he filmed and edited himself of his brother Shane riding their local lakes in Wisconsin. Long story short, we flew these boys into Phase 5 country and showed them a good time in the sunshine state.

Three days of nonstop filming, riding, traveling to different locations in FL, and here you have it, Pt. 1 of the trip. This video contains footage shot on two different lakes in FL.

Filmed and edited by Corbin Blanton

Visit the slayshTank online Store to purchase your 2012 Phase 5 Wakesurf Board

Rider Drew Danielo Photo Dan Wiersema/Phase 5

Rider Shane Blanton Photo Dan Wiersema/Phase 5

Photo Dan Wiersema/Phase 5

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Shred Stixx Team Shaper Nick Wiersema

slayshTank caught up with Stixx Team Shaper and Austin local Nick Wiersema for a little wakesurf insight.

sTank: What was your surfing experience growing up?

I grew up in Houston, Texas so surfing was a bit of an unusual past time when I was young (Surfing was not nearly as popular as it is right now; its mainstream popularity is very cyclical).  My friends and I were just skate/bmx punks riding every ditch, ramp and vacant pool we could find.  When I was about twelve, I came home with a twin-finned surfboard from a garage sale down the street and told my parents I was going to start surfing.  My oldest sister was in high school and was starting to hang out with some of the surfer crowd at school, so I had a ride to the beach.  Next thing I was hook and surfing local competitions, then on to nationals, and a short, less than productive stint as a professional.

A Custom Hazen Model on the racks at the Choas Surf Shack in Austin, TX USA

sTank: 
Favorite surf trip?
I get this question a lot.  I have pretty much traveled the world surfing and working, except South Africa. I have never stepped foot on the African continent (it’s on the list).  My quick answer used to be any trip with my friends.  And, this is still largely true.  My most memorable surf trips have been those with my friends, sometimes surfing was the focus, other times we were just having fun, with a little surfing on the side.

A Custom Stixx for Team Rider Chris Kinsey

sTank: 

How long been have you been shaping?  I suppose I started my shaping career at the age of 15.  Like many I started by tearing apart 70’s single finned board and reshaping them into thrusters in my parents backyard/garage.  My mom was always ‘freaking’ out about the chemicals and mess.  That was over 20 years ago.  I actually shaped my first wakesurfer around the same time, but back then wakesurfers resembled modern tow boards more than anything.

A Custom Stixx for Team Rider Chase Hazen

sTank: First impression of wakesurfing?
The reality is my first exposure to wakesurfing was watching Endless Summer, and seeing Mike trying to ride these absolutely tiny wakes on a longboard in Australia.  My next experience came shortly after, when I went over to my shaper’s house to pick up my new board.  He was totally stoked on riding waves/wakes behind the boat, and showed me this board he just made special for doing this.  Well this board was just a very short, trimmed down performance thruster around 5 feet long (looked like a modern tow board).  He was so proud of the fact that it had 4 layers of 4oz glass on the deck and 3 on the bottom for strength.  He said I had to go out and try this.  Aside from tanker surfing, a tropical storm, or riding other displacement wakes at port entrances, it was pretty much the only way to surf in Texas during the summer.  This was either 1988 or 1989.

sTank: What makes shaping for wakesurfing different than ocean? Conceptually they are very similar, but the finer details make all the difference.  You can ride your average off the shelf surfboard, or skim board for that matter, behind a boat but there are some limitations.  These limits are where good wakesurfers excel.   Unfortunately, virtually all wake surfboard manufactures don’t seem to understand these limits or how to design for the much different forces at play behind the boat versus an ocean born wave.  Aside from the difference in surf-style, skim-style and the over abundance of hybrids (or really skim boards with bigger fins to look like a surfboard), boards really borrow from two schools of technology.  The ski/wake boarding world and the surfing world; this is not only true of the overall design but flows right into the manufacturing process.   From a surfing perspective, boat wakes are laughing small.  However, the energy behind these small waves is moving faster and is more powerful than a similar sized ocean wave (ATCE).

A Custom Skim Board aka Skim Stixx

sTank: Where is wakesurfer shape technology going?
 Right now, we seem to be sitting at a crest in design (certainly not the pinnacle), where there are numerous boards that are extremely similar in their overall design.  You can even argue that some of these similarities were independently derived (although, this is a tenuous argument).     These generally design schemes serve a purpose and in some cases are fitted to rider’s individual styles.  A board that allows a rider to sit comfortably in the pocket and spin is likely not going to be the board of choice for progressive carving and aerial maneuvers.  Currently, the greatest limitation is boat design and the size/length of the wakes they produce.  Progression in aerial surfing will cease as hang time is already limited as a result of the short face of wakes and the inability of riders to recover and continue riding on these short, but fast moving waves.  I use to get pissed when I saw people copying our designs and concepts, but now I really don’t care.  In a way it is a form of flattery, and in the bigger picture, while they try to emulate last year’s design we are already moving ahead with the next step forward.  Additionally, the truth is there is nothing new in this world; it has all already been done, just maybe not very well documented.

Tow Custom Stixx in the Bow with Carbon Fiber

sTank: Where is the sport going in your opinion? 
Barring any additionally encumbrances, growth in popularity and all things that come with that growth is the future.  The sport already carries a significant financial burden.  Additionally, access issues both good and bad will continue to raise their head.  For the sake of the competition riders and their sponsors, I hope that someday soon, there can be a unified group of riders and organizers, not necessarily a traditional governing body, which will meet the challenge of developing appropriate rider categories and scoring criteria.

Nick created the Nano as the first Stixx for kids and light wieght riders

What is in the works for Stixx in 2012?
It is pretty exciting, we’ve been working really closely with our team riders Chase Hazen and Chris Kinsey over the past two years continually refining of our Hazen pro board.  New for 2012 we will be offering it as a Carbon Flex Pro™, using various arrays of carbon fiber and foam providing the lightest, most lively wake surfboard on the market, with all the performance attributes people have come to expect from the Hazen pro model.  We have also been working with some of our up-and-coming young riders Ford Chupik and Campbell Erickson amongst others refining the Nano lineup.  Additionally, we will be introducing a few new models as part of the Chaos Professional Series that will be available in limited production toward the end of 2011.

We are continuing to work with Futures to develop a fin line-up that not only enhances the ride of our boards, but will be able to take advantage of the different forces at play behind a boat.  The technology Future brings to the table is second to none.  We are continually stoked when a package arrives from the factory.

The Custom Stixx Gallery at www.shredstixx.com

Check out the Shred Stixx Custom Series at www.shredstixx.com and call or email today to order your Custom Stixx. info@shredstixx.com phone: 512 669 1124