(March 28, 2017) – The World Wake Association (WWA) and Nautique Boat Company take stop two of the Nautique Wake Series and Wakeboard World Series to the U.S.A. for the Nautique Wake Open April 27 – 30 in Orlando, Florida. Exclusively towed behind 4X Wakeboard and 3X Wakesurf Boat of the Year, the Super Air Nautique G23, the Nautique Wake Open will be held at the Orlando Watersports Complex and feature all WWA amateur and pro divisions.
Officially kicking off the U.S. season each year, the Nautique Wake Open brings amateur and pro riders together in a family-friendly atmosphere that celebrates first-time competitors and wakeboarding’s top athletes. Nautique Wake Series events have continued to define the pinnacle of wakeboarding competition since 2014 putting riders first, creating a place for everyone to compete at the highest level.
“Each year the Nautique Wake Open kicks off the summer wakeboarding season in the US and we can’t wait to showcase our award-winning G23 at this family-friendly event. OWC is the natural launching point for the North American leg of the world’s best wakeboard series and we are stoked to host the second stop of the Nautique Wake Series in our hometown of Orlando,” stated Nautique President Greg Meloon.
The industry-leading Super Air Nautique G23 transcends all ages and skill levels with the ability to provide the perfect platform for every rider. With wakeboarding’s best performances behind the G23 each year, the Nautique Wake Series has become a hotbed for progression with athletes pushing the sport at every stop.
“The WWA is extremely excited to bring the Nautique Wake Open back to Orlando, Florida for another amazing Nautique Wake Series event. Each year we strive to not only provide the best level of competition for every rider but to create a great experience for everyone both on and off the water. We’re going bigger and better than ever in 2017 so get ready and we’ll see you at OWC!” said WWA Executive Director Corrie Wilson.
WHAT: 2017 Nautique Wake Open
WHEN: April 27-30, 2017
WHERE: Orlando Watersports Complex
Florida Rock Rd, Orlando, FL 32824
Dedicated to progressing the sport from the ground up, the Nautique Wake Series puts riders first, developing the stars of tomorrow and showcasing the top athletes of today with every major event held behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The Nautique Wake Series is the only event series that gives riders of all ages, gender and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level.
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About Nautique Boat Company: Celebrating 92 years of excellence in the marine industry, Nautique is a subsidiary of Correct Craft and has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Nautique is known to push the envelope of possibility on the water, and our owners have come to expect nothing but the absolute best. The Ski Nautique 200 has changed waterskiing with 21 world records, the G-Series has won numerous awards for wakeboard boat and wakesurf boat of the year while unlocking new possibilities in wakeboarding and wakesurfing, and our Sport Series has given families endless days on the water without compromise. Through our Nautique Cares initiatives we’re dedicated to not only making a difference on the water, but 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.
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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 towed boardsports. 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 6,000 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 WWA and its events, check out www.thewwa.com.