“I am so stoked for the 2021 Nautique Wakesurf Series to kick off,” commented Nautique athlete John Akerman. “Every year there are so many new surfers to meet that are excited to try competitive wake surfing! Nautique Boats and The WWA always spread the stoke by providing the best venues, judging legends, and best of all the most innovative wakesurf waves in the industry!”

The series will once again play host to the most diverse field of competitors in wakesurfing. Surfers spanning the globe will compete for points on the Nautique Wakesurf Series Rankings System. Surfers will earn points based on their placement within their division at each event they attend for the 2021 season. The winners at each stop of the series will automatically secure their invite to the crowning jewel event of the season: the Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships, presented by YANMAR. Fans and surfers alike will be able to follow all of the action at thewwa.com/nautiquesurfseries.

Another first that only Nautique and The WWA can bring to our event participants is a day at the Surf Ranch this fall. Yes, you heard that correctly. The overall Pro Women and Pro Men winners of the Nautique Wakesurf Series will have the opportunity to spend a day shredding perfect waves created by Kelly Slater Wave Co. and the perfect waves behind the G23 at the Surf Ranch in Lemoore, California. In addition, the winners of all amateur divisions at each stop on the 2021 Nautique Wakesurf Series will be entered into a random drawing for two additional spots up for grabs at the Surf Ranch. Additional information on the Surf Ranch experience will be posted on thewwa.com website.

“The Nautique Wakesurf Series is back and looking stronger than ever for 2021,” said Nautique President Greg Meloon. “The best wakesurfers will be hosted at scenic locations across the world to get on the water and showcase their talents, as well as enjoy celebrating the sport they love with friends and family. I can’t wait to see how the sport progresses this year while on the biggest stage for wakesurfing and behind the best wakesurf boats on the water, as well as the fun the winners will have at the Surf Ranch this fall.”

The Nautique Wakesurf Series will provide the pinnacle of wakesurf competition, creating a global platform for athletes to come to define themselves as the sport’s elite with seven stops spanning across the globe. 

2021 Nautique Wakesurf Series Schedule:

Stop #1: Nautique European Wakesurf Championships – London, Presented by Yanmar
July 16^th-17^th 
Liquid Leisure – London, England

Stop #2: Nautique USA National Wakesurf Championships, Presented by GM Marine Engine Technology 
July 28^th-31^st 
Winter Haven, Florida

Stop #3: Japan Wakesurf Open, Presented by Yanmar 
July 31^st– August 1^st  
Lake Biwa, Japan

Stop #4: Nautique European Wakesurf Championships – Konakovo
August 13^th-15^th 
Konakovo River Club, Konakovo, Russia

Stop #5: Nautique Canadian National Wakesurf Championships 
August 21st-22nd
Western Canada

Stop #6: Nautique Asian Wakesurf Championships 
August 20^th-22^nd
Han River, Seoul, Korea

Stop #7: Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships, Presented by Yanmar 
August 25^th-28^th
Callaway Gardens – Pine Mountian, Georgia

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About Nautique Boat Company: 

Nautique is celebrating its 96^th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com

About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 15,000 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.

ORLANDO, FL (June 10, 2020) – As the spreading of COVID-19 continues to slow and communities are re-opening throughout the nation the World Wake Association (WWA) and Malibu Boats are thrilled to announce that all four of the stops to the Malibu Rider Experience Series will take to the water this summer. The Malibu Rider Experience West will now take place on July 31^st – August 1^st at the Quail Creek Reservoir in Hurricane, UT alongside host dealer Taylor’s Boats. This two-day stop will kick off the weekend with Freeride Friday before heading into Saturday’s Regional Championships. Information on the remaining stops to the series will be shared as details become available. 

In an effort to continue minimizing the spread of COVID-19 while in consideration for the health and safety of the riders, families, and staff, social distancing guidelines will be implemented at all WWA events. The WWA will ensure these procedures adhere to and operate in compliance with the most recent state and CDC guidelines. A specific plan detailing out the new measures will be posted by the WWA ahead of the first stop to the Malibu Rider Experience Series and will go into effect immediately.  Each of the Malibu Rider Experience events will also have entries capped per division to be in compliance federal, state and local limits on public gatherings. 

Since 2013 the Malibu Rider Experience has hosted thousands of riders from first-timers to those making the transition to pro, while building local and national wake communities that fully encompass the spectrum of the sport that makes wake unlike anything it’s path. The first day of Rider Experience West will take place on Friday with ‘Freeride Friday’ featuring freeriding for wakeboarding and wakesurfing, product demos, instruction from Malibu Pro athletes and a Judges Experience. This fully inclusive day in all things wake will provide the opportunity for the entire family, friends and neighbors alike to familiarize themselves with the course, receive tips on the water and in the boat, and test out the industry’s latest products. The WWA Regional Championships and Pro Card Qualifiers will be held on Saturday giving amateur riders the chance to compete with riders in their region and qualify for the WWA Wakeboard National Championships and aspiring pro’s the opportunity to earn professional status. Pulled by the Malibu Wakesetter Series, riders can expect to see new locations, new gear to demo and of course everyone’s favorite main event, the Jr. Pro Series!

Information and registration can be found by visiting TheWWA.com/RiderExperience. All athletes must compete in their respective WWA Regional Championship in order to be eligible for the 2020 WWA Wakeboard National Championships (boat only).

All riders must hold a current WWA Pro Card in order to register in the pro division at any WWA wakeboard event. The top 15 riders on the 2019 WWA Wakeboard World Rankings list will retain their Pro Card for the 2020 season. All other riders must obtain their Pro Card at one of six qualifying events. For a full list of rules visit TheWWA.com/ProCard.
2020 Malibu WWA Rider Experience Dates
Rider Experience Florida Qualifier 
Host Location: Sun West Harbortowne
June 20^th

Rider Experience Central 
Host Dealer: Waterski America
June 27^th – 28^th

Rider Experience North
Host Dealer: Chessie Marine
July 11^th – 12^th

Rider Experience West 
Host Dealer: Taylor’s Boats
July 31^st – August 1^st

Rider Experience South 
Host Dealer: TNT Watersports
June 27^th – 28^th New Dates Coming Soon!

About Malibu Boats LLC
Malibu Boats, LLC.  is the world’s largest manufacturer of watersports towboats, four of every ten performance sports boats worldwide. Malibu sells the Wakesetter, M240 and Response models — as well as the Axis Wake Research brand — through a global dealer network. With approximately 675 Malibu employees worldwide three manufacturing facilities in California, Tennessee, and Australia, Malibu builds boats to help you live a #lifewithoutlimits on the water. (NASDAQ: MBUU) | @malibuboats | #thetruthisonthewater
 
About The WWA
Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.
 

Riders, WWA global partners, friends and staff came together this past season to make Rideline a reality around the globe. We’ve created the only digital wake platform about us with unique content in each global edition, giving you a glimpse into our sport in Russia, Japan, Korea, Portugal, Canada, the U.S.A and the world. As we continue to grow with new passionate WWA partners in 2018 we can assure you this is just the beginning.