Up and coming Junior Women’s World Champion Kira Lewis started riding 6 years ago in her home state of New Jersey. She began progressing when she started riding with Amber Wing at a Malibu Rider event. From then on, Kira has progressed through the sport. In her short career, Lewis has won back to back World Titles at the 2018 WWA World Championships in Japan and at the 2019 WWA World Championships in Mexico.

This year, Kira took top honors in the Junior Pro Women’s division at the 2021 WWA Nautique Masters in Pine Mountain, Georgia. The youngster has been unstoppable winning each of the Malibu Junior Pro Tour events held so far in Utah, Texas, and Maryland. She now lives and trains in Clermont, Florida.

Take a look at the favorite wakeboarding gear of Junior Pro Women’s rising star!

Wakeboard: Ronix Krush 128

This board has a rocker line designed to assist a rider in a relaxed and neutrally balanced position. It has a thinner, sharper toe side rail which makes edging-in toe side a lot easier! This board is perfect for every skill level!

Bindings: Ronix Signature Woman’s Boots

These boots are a must have! They are flexible, durable and super comfortable while providing great ankle support.

Life Vest: Jet Pilot Women’s Wave Farer Comp Vest

I love my Jet Pilot Wave Farer life vest – it is lightweight and does not restrict my movement at all. Plus, the color combos are great. I have both the light blue and rust colored version.

Rope/Handle: Ronix Women’s Combo

The women’s combo from Ronix has a number of features that I love – most important for me is the smaller diameter handle at 1″. I have used this handle and rope my whole wakeboard career and I love it! it’s very long lasting and easy to grip.

Surf Suit: The Rain Surf Suit

The Rain Surf Suit is like a rash guard and light wetsuit combined. Not only is it super cute but it also is perfect for using under my life vest and board shorts, its so comfortable! Learn more at: rainclothingco.com.

Sunscreen: Sun Bum Face Mist

Staying protected from the sun’s harsh rays is super important especially being on the boat all day. I carry this sunscreen face mist everywhere I go! It’s quick and easy to reapply.

Read Next: Zuzana Vrablova’s Exclusive Interview

Haircare: Sun Bum Leave-In Conditioner

After every set my hair gets super knotty. This leave-in conditioner not only leaves my hair feeling healthier and tangle free but it smells amazing!

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Board

So in first place I have my Water Monsters 39.5 Wakeskate. I am a big fan of this shape and I also think this size fits me well.

Fun fact, I took a photo of Andrew’s feet in the graphic of the board.

Shoes

I’ve always been using all kinds of Nike SB shoes but I guess my most favorite are Janoski. First I wear them for a little while and then I switch them for Wakeskating.

Helmet

When I ride at the cable park, I always use a helmet for safety reasons. My favorite is actually a Sandbox helmet with Red Bull branding on it.

Lifejacket

All the Follow lifejackets are so good! And if you know me, you know I also like the neoprene pants from Follow.

For Hydration

One perk of being a Red Bull Team rider is the unlimited energy drinks that I am provided. I normally drink one for some proper energy before riding.

I also bring my Wakeskate Session water jug to stay hydrated.

Sports Bra

I love my Roxy Sports Bras. They are super comfy, good for wakeskating and also pretty to hang around.

Rope and Handle

When I’m not riding at the cable park or getting towed with a winch, I use the ropes and handles from Follow for all my wakeskating sessions behind the Sea-Doo.

Personal Water Craft

No, it doesn’t fit in her bag…but Vrablova’s preferred tow is a Sea-Doo Wake Pro. It features 230 smile-inducing horsepower with addictive acceleration from the Rotax 1630. Impressive torque and great fuel economy.

Read Next: What’s In Anna Nikstad’s Bag?

Camera

I always bring my Go Pro Max waterproof camera to film my sessions and create new video edits.

Aromatherapy

Outside of the water I love using all of Dr. Bronner’s organic aromatherapy products. They are environmentally safe, smell amazingly and aren’t tested on animals.

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“Earlier this year Todd Allen, Crosse Bearden, Gavin Giglio and Nick Walker flew south to Brazil looking for an escape from the cold winter season. The four rode everyday for two weeks and tried to film as much as they could. The trip was extra special for Nick Walker as he was able to complete a long outstanding goal of wakeboarding on all six possible continents with South America being his last.

This video features the four at Sunset Wake Park located in Goiania, Brazil. They credit Slingshot Wakeboards, Hyperlite Wakeboards and Ronix Wakeboards for making this trip happen for them and can’t wait to go back down. Enjoy the video!”

Watch next: Cruisin’ – Laps at Thai Wake Park with Jonathan Silvershatz

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Take a peek at the equipment used by the 2020 Reader’s Poll favorite rider and Wake Awards Female Rider of the Year, Anna Nikstad.

Nikstad Low Rider – my signature helmet with SandBox. The classic street-style Legend Low Rider helmet in Burgundy offers a nice and low profile and is designed for all things action sports. The graphic started out as a doodle on a napkin and I’m so happy to see it come to life on my first signature helmet.

Vale – My Pro Model wakeboard bindings with Liquid Force that combine control, comfort and stability all in one tight little boot. It’s features a 4D Flex track which lock in so nice and securely. I’ve truly never felt more comfortable and confident in my riding then when I started riding with 4D hardware. The low profile boot/binding make moving around and grabbing your board a breeze.

Pharaoh – This is my Signature Life vest / impact jacket with Follow. The most comfortable jacket for female wakeboarders in the game- yes it’s the best, yes I’ll wait for anyone to say otherwise.

Timeless patterns with comfort and style in mind. This jacket is performance driven and doesn’t slack off anywhere. It has come in multiple colors over the years including army green, black, wine, burnt orange, purpled blue and khaki. It’s made to fit the female shape while still allowing for flex and movement. Again, made for and influenced by a female rider but not bound to gender roles- just ask the guys.

Virago – My Pro Model wakeboard that is it’s own new shape with the Liquid Force cable board line. It features a continuous concave channel running down the middle of the board for traction on rails, thicker side walls for durability and a soft flex pattern combined with a reinforced middle and 3 stage rocker. Coming in 4 sizes from a stealthy 137 to a flattering 152.

The Virago is a weapon and doesn’t restrain itself as “gender specific”. VIRAGANG is a force to be reckoned with.

Victress Series – Unit Parktech approached me about 2 years ago wanting to create a female inspired line of wakepark rails. After traveling to Unit Headquarters and working with their team – the Victress Series was born. The Victress Series is made up of 3 rails designed by myself and two fellow female athletes: Anne Freyer and Maryh Rougier. We each made our own wakepark rail to make up the line.

My rail is a double sided bank, with double sided creeper ledges all lined up with a thick hand-rail inspired pipe running through the middle. The banks and creepers tapper off towards the end exposing the mass of the handrail and providing a nice little drop to the water. It’s everything I love about rails all combined into one.

Pharaoh Boardshorts – the Follow women’s boardshorts that protect. Soft neoprene outer layer with a reinforced spandex layer just beneath, that way you don’t have to worry about picking any wedgies out while you’re riding. Coming in two colors brown and black. It checks yourself before you wreck yourself.

Changing Poncho – probably the most frequently used item in my board bag. My VIVIDA Lifestyle changing poncho is clutch every time I ride. It’s long enough to keep you covered up and has hand holes on the sides for easy maneuvering. It’s hooded and cozy for any weather or climate. I use this poncho on so many occasions I can’t even begin to list them.

Silky sleep mask – another clutch item from VIVIDA Lifestyle is my super comfy – silky sleep mask. It travels with me everywhere I go. This sleep mask is exactly what you need for long haul trips, or if you’re just trying to catch some shut-eye on a sunny day. I’ve used this on planes, trains, cars, hammocks, beaches, classrooms, grassy knolls – you name it.

It’s padded so it feels like you have a pillow on your face and the silky fabric keeps you feeling nice and clean.

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The native from Dothan, Alabama, started the year by winning the Last Chance Masters Qualifier (LCMQ) and finished the season with a bang winning the Fan Vote at the Moxie Pro Series. As the most popular rider, Mary Morgan walked away with the coveted sponsorship contract becoming the new Body Glove Girl.

Humble and sweet, the Christian teenager was first introduced to the lake life by her father, a hard-working orthodontist, who pulled her on the inner tube in Compass Lake, Florida, where he owns a house an hour away from home.

“My dad first strapped me on a wakeboard when I was 6 years old. I have NO recollection of it at all. I honestly don’t know life without it. It’s always been there. When I was 8, my dad entered me into my first INT tournament. I can remember being so nervous standing on the dock waiting for my turn to come!”.

As a ten-year-old, the young gun shocked herself and the crowd when she landed her first invert (a front roll) during a competition.

“When I was 10, I did my first WWA competition. I think that was really when I fell in love with the sport and felt led to dedicate my life to wakeboarding”.

By age eleven, she started homeschooling so she could focus on daily practice and travel.

“In order to further my training and allow me to have some travel flexibility, my parents decided to homeschool me. In my house, school always comes first, so the deal was: Get your work done first, then go ride. Talk about some motivation (lol).”

Her dad planted the seeds of self-discipline by example and has been her main supported and boat pilot from day one.

“He gets up early in the morning and pulls me no matter what!” She gushes at her father’s commitment and dedication, which included almost stalking former World Champion Andrew Adkison until he agreed to become Mary Morgan’s personal coach. Adkison has been her coach ever since, he’s helped her build a strong and solid foundation by keeping her safe from injuries with his amazing coaching skills.

Ronix Wakeboards began to support her with equipment when she turned twelve.

Mary Morgan turned pro in 2018, when asked how it feels to become the new Body Glove Girl she humbly says, “That was definitely cool! To be named the new Body Glove Girl is an absolute dream. I think Body Glove is an amazing company, and I couldn’t be more honored to join the family. I am so looking forward to meeting everyone, and hopefully make lifelong friendships.”

“I truly believe how you train and fuel your body off the water is pivotal to your performance on the water. I have definitely found that to be true in my own life. As far as nutrition goes, I always try to eat foods that fuel me and make my body feel good for training. This looks different for every person, because everybody is unique. Find what works for you and stick with it! As far as training off the water, I do a combination of Yoga, Pilates and strength training.”

The world traveler feels extremely grateful for all the experiences her wakeboarding career has brought.

“I’ve had the privilege of traveling to Mexico, Peru, Canada, Australia, Portugal, and Japan. Also, I’ve traveled to many amazing places right here in the US!”

So far, her favorite traveling anecdote has been in Japan:

“The 2018 WWA World Championships in Japan was seriously an experience I will never forget. Honestly, it is probably within my top 3 favorite moments of my life…

1. The Ramen was absolutely out of this world. It 100% made me a Ramen snob and I’m totally ok with it.
2. The people were so kind and fun. They were always ready to help in any way they could.
3. Everywhere was SQUEAKY clean.
4. You could be anywhere, and just stand in awe of the beauty that Japan had to offer. It was amazing.
5. The culture shock I experienced was so cool. Most of the time, we couldn’t tell whether we were eating food on our plate or if it was some kind of decoration. We were required to wear robes to dinner and take off our shoes at the table. I got to perform with a Japanese boy band and sing karaoke with a Japanese Pop star.

This experience is one I will hold onto forever! I hope I get the chance to go back one day! “

Mary Morgan’s strong faith inspires her to uplift others. “It is not about me” she says, “My faith is the most important thing to me. I love Jesus with my whole heart. He gives me the strength I need every day on and off the water. He gives me peace, and he’s my comforter. I just want to live for Jesus. I want to be the light that people need. I want other people to know and experience His love, because I honestly don’t know where I’d be without it. I pray for the wakeboard community daily that we’d all feel Gods loving presence, because he loves each and every one of us so much.”

She feels mostly inspired by her father, “My dad inspires me more than anyone in the world. There has not been one time in my 12 years of riding that he hasn’t been ready to take me wakeboarding. No matter what, he is always there for me. I could never put into words how thankful I am that God gave me such an amazing dad. I 100% would not be where I am as a wakeboarder or a person without him. He has taught me drive, commitment, efficiency, perseverance, and of course how to back a boat trailer, ha-ha.”

Her advice to those who are getting into wakeboarding: “Remember to never compare yourself to others. God has made you who you are for a specific purpose. He made you absolutely perfect, with no mistakes. We all have strengths and weaknesses, and I think it’s so beautiful when we can appreciate and be inspired by others strengths.”

“I’m working on lots of big things for the 2021 season. I CAN’T WAIT!! I don’t have the opportunity to ride much cable in Alabama, but when I move to Orlando, I’d love to get some cable riding in more often!”

The newcomer to the Wakeboarding Mecca will miss her two dogs Ollie and Fin, whom she loves more than anything, but we have a feeling the sky is the limit for the beautiful girl who will finally get the opportunity to get filmed, ride and mingle with our sports best.

“My family makes me so happy. They are the best! I’m so thankful for the way they love and support me.”

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Taking place at the scenic Red Cliffs National Conservation Area, wakeboarders and wakesurfers alike gathered at Quail Creek Reservoir for the West Regional Championships hosted by Taylor’s Boats. And while the Malibu Rider Experience events have been happening since 2013, this year marked the inaugural year for three divisions to be included on the tournament schedule.

From the wakesurfing-side of the sport, “Wakesurfing Moms” and “Wakesurfing Dads” each had their own brand new divisions that were filled with first-time competitors. Many parents who usually only show up to watch and support their children took the opportunity to get off the sidelines and into the action. “The WWA’s mission is to introduce people to the wake sports we love. We feel that this introduction can come in many forms and should be in a fun, safe, friendly environment. And let’s be honest, we all know that without the support of parents we would have no one on the water. So we wanted to create a few divisions for those parents that also love wake sports and have them compete against other parents. This has become my favorite division for the year It’s all about having fun right?” said Shannon Starling, president of the WWA.

Also brand new for the 2021 season, Malibu has added the Jr. Pro Women to each event of the Jr. Pro Series. Both the Jr. Pro Men and the Jr. Pro women will be accumulating points throughout the 5 stops of the Malibu Jr. Pro Series to compete for $20,000 in travel scholarships that will be divided equally among the top overall series finishers. Overall winners will be announced and scholarship money will be awarded at the final stop of the Malibu Rider Experience Series, happening in conjunction with TN WakeFest in Smithville, TN on July 23-25.

Read Next: More Tournament News

The Jr. Pro standings after Stop #1:

Jr. Pro Women

• 1. Kira Lewis (FL) – 100pts
• 2. Payton Gross (NC) – 90pts
• 3. Alexie Patrick (TX) – 80pts
• 4. Ellie Patrick (TX) – 75pts
• T5. Kitt Smith (MO) – 70pts
• T5. Vivienne Davidson (TX) – 70pts

Jr. Pro Men

• 1. Jamie Hüser (SUI) – 100pts
• 2. Alex Albin (CA) – 90pts
• 3. Jaden Reichl (OK) – 80pts
• 4. Cody Hunnicutt (TN) – 75pts
• T5. Parker Swope (TX) – 70pts
• T5. Barrett Swope (TX) – 70pts
• 7. Brett Powell (KS) – 60pts

From the wakesurfing-side of the sport, “Wakesurfing Moms” and “Wakesurfing Dads” each had their own brand new divisions that were filled with first-time competitors. Many parents who usually only show up to watch and support their children took the opportunity to get off the sidelines and into the action.

“The WWA’s mission is to introduce people to the wake sports we love. We feel that this introduction can come in many forms and should be in a fun, safe, friendly environment. And let’s be honest, we all know that without the support of parents we would have no one on the water. So we wanted to create a few divisions for those parents that also love wake sports and have them compete against other parents. This has become my favorite division for the year It’s all about having fun right?” said Shannon Starling, president of the WWA.

Also brand new for the 2021 season, Malibu has added the Jr. Pro Women to each event of the Jr. Pro Series. Both the Jr. Pro Men and the Jr. Pro women will be accumulating points throughout the 5 stops of the Malibu Jr. Pro Series to compete for $20,000 in travel scholarships that will be divided equally among the top overall series finishers. Overall winners will be announced and scholarship money will be awarded at the final stop of the Malibu Rider Experience Series, happening in conjunction with TN WakeFest in Smithville, TN on July 23-25.

The Jr. Pro standings after Stop #1:

Jr. Pro Women

• 1. Kira Lewis (FL) – 100pts
• 2. Payton Gross (NC) – 90pts
• 3. Alexie Patrick (TX) – 80pts
• 4. Ellie Patrick (TX) – 75pts
• T5. Kitt Smith (MO) – 70pts
• T5. Vivienne Davidson (TX) – 70pts

Jr. Pro Men

• 1. Jamie Hüser (SUI) – 100pts
• 2. Alex Albin (CA) – 90pts
• 3. Jaden Reichl (OK) – 80pts
• 4. Cody Hunnicutt (TN) – 75pts
• T5. Parker Swope (TX) – 70pts
• T5. Barrett Swope (TX) – 70pts
• 7. Brett Powell (KS) – 60pts

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Are you shopping for the special wake-loving someone this holiday season? Need ideas? We’re here to help. There are tons of great deals to be had on everything from a new board setup to some fresh shades to even a whole new boat! Scroll through here and see what might make a great gift, or stocking stuffer for the wakeboarder / wakeskater / wakesurfer / watersports fiend in your life.

Gifts to Ride

Liquid Force

Butterstick Pro

MSRP: $479.99

Sizes: 140, 144, 148, 152

Felix Georgii’s pro model is an all-around park, rail and urban shredder. Just watch Felix ride, you’ll see what we mean. If you’ve got a wakeboarder in your house that’s looking to take his or her riding to the next level next season, give the gift that’s super flexy, super fun, and built to take a beating.

Quest

MSRP: $949.99

Sizes: 4′3″, 4′7″, 4′11″

Got a wakesurf fanatic in your life that needs the best of the best? The Quest is LF’s high-end competition-level twin-fin shape featuring an ultra-lightweight EPS core with a carbon innegra laminate. It’s crips rails allow the board to track exactly how you want it, especially when you’re coming down from some lofty airs. The fins are mounted a bit further forward, allowing for easier releases when doing shuvs and spins.

Foamie Fish

MSRP: $399.99

Size: 4′8″

Want to get into the fun of wakesurfing at a lower cost point? Maybe you’re worried about dinging up a brand new board (or your shins)? Then you need to check out Liquid Force’s Foamie line of boards – they’re the perfect gift to add to your boat for next summer. With a durable PVC bottom and soft EVA deck on top, the Foamie can take a beating while providing anybody riding it with endless smiles and tons of fun.

Ronix

RXT Blackout

MSRP: $799.99

Sizes: 136, 140, 144, 148

What better gift for the wakeboarder in your family than the board ridden by none other than Massi Piffaretti? This is the board that Ronix keeps top secret because it’s one of the lightest, most responsive out there, and we’ve all seen what Massi can do with it.

Volcom Sea Captain

MSRP: $649.99

Sizes: 4′4″, 4′10″

Ronix teamed up with one of the coolest brands around, Volcom, and created this piece of wakesurfing magic. The Sea Captain features a narrower outline, allowing it to sit deeper in the water. That means the surfer lucky enough to ride it can lock into turns like never before while still feeling connected to the water.

Forester Capela CGA Jacket

MSRP: $169.99

Give the gift of safety and high-performance for the wakeboarder in your life this holiday season. The Forester Capela is CGA approved, so it works, it looks good, which is important, and it’s got tons of comfort and maneuverability, which means it won’t hamper your recipient’s undoubtedly epic progression. Score!

Slingshot

Solo

MSRP: $549

Sizes: 138, 142, 146, 150

The board of choice of one of the most versatile pros in the game, Dylan Miller, the Solo is Slingshot’s do-anything board. Catch air behind the boat, then shred laps at your local park and finish it off with a winch mission through the streets. The Flex Tips keep it playful for pressing and sliding, while added stiffness in the belly and small channels in the base provide added pop and grip behind the boat.

Gremlin

MSRP: $775

Sizes: 4′6″, 4′10″

Take everything the team at Slingshot knows about surf style boards (which is a lot) and mash it into one creation. That’s the Gremlin. Designed to be ridden behind today’s modern wakesurf boats, the Gremlin is lightweight, agile, poppy and 100% performance oriented.

Space Mob Boots

MSRP: $499

Back and better than ever, the Space Mob boots aren’t only some of the coolest looking pieces of footwear out there, they’re also some of the most versatile. With Slingshot’s patented gummy strap enclosure, you’re guaranteed the fit you want. A removable tongue liner allows you to customize the stiffness and flex, as well. Ridden by Space Mob alien lovers worldwide (and probably out of this world, too).

Hyperlite

Blacklist

MSRP: $549.99

Sizes: 149, 152

Graeme Burress’ comeback to the top levels of wakeboarding is a story for the ages, and it only continues in 2021 with the release of his pro model, the Blacklist. This board is an update to the Wishbone shape that Graeme rode the last couple years. It’s narrower, for quicker edge-to-edge response, and features a continuous rocker line for a faster feel. Of course, because it’s Graeme’s design, it’s built to take a beating.

Aries

MSRP: $499.99

Sizes: 142, 146

Lisa Baloo is at the top of the game in women’s wakeboarding, and she’s got a new pro model to prove it. This is the softest/flexiest board in the Hyperlite lineup, which means it’s a lot of fun all over the park. The continuous rocker keeps it quick while the Woodlite construction offers strength through the middle.

UTE

MSRP: $649.99

Sizes: 4′5″, 5′

Designed to be a do-it-all surf machine, the UTE is equipped for not just surfing endless waves, but for foiling them as well. The base can take a variety of wake foil setups (foil not included), while up top is an option to add foot straps. So whether you want to go classic wakesurf, strapped in wakesurfing, or do some wake-foiling, the UTE is capable of doing it all.

Connelly

AK Wakesurf Board

MSRP: $799.99

Sizes: 4′6″ (pink), 4′10″ (blue)

Want to rip like the current (and 5-time) World Wakesurfing Champ Ashley Kidd? The AK is for you. Known for her hard-charging, epic-slayshing, big-air style, Ashley demands a board that can give her the speed, consistency, control and hangtime she needs. This board is the narrowest in the Connelly line, which means increased maneuverability, while the tip-to-tail concave and added tail rocker help deliver additional response.

Steel

MSRP: $399.99

Sizes: 136, 141

While Steel Lafferty is known for his fun antics, on and off the water, he still charges bigger than most of his fellow pros. His signature Connelly board features a subtle 3-stage rocker for that added boost off the wake (or double up), while a full spine through the middle helps soften landings.

O’Brien

D.Z. – Dary Znebel

MSRP: $499.99

Sizes: 148, 152, 156

Dary Znebel’s signature version of O’Brien’s acclaimed S.O.B. board features a thinner, all-wood core for even more playfulness and performance in the park. It’s also the largest board in the O’Brien line, for those park riders who prefer more surface area under their feet. If you’ve seen Dary ride (and no doubt you have), you know what this board is capable of.

Forte

MSRP: $549.99

Sizes: 51″, 56″

A skim style board designed in collaboration with the Great PNW wakesurf crew, the Forte features a modified fin setup for even more customization. There is added width in the tip and tail for more stability, as well, but still plenty of speed and maneuverability for landing all your tricks.

More Rad Gifts

GoPro Goodies

HERO9 Black camera

MSRP: $349.98 (w/ 1-year subscription to GoPro)

The best action camera has gotten even better. Now you can shoot all your action on the water in stunning 5K resolution videos or 20MP pro-quality photos. Thanks to Hypersmooth 3.0, which features in-camera horizon leveling, your shots will be more fluid and less shaky. You can add to the smooth factor (and the slow-mo capabilities) by shooting up to 240 frames per second. A new Max Lens Mod adds more stabilization and the widest-angle perspective yet. And for the Vloggers out there (or just for when you need to make sure you’re framing yourself up right for a shot, there is a new front-mounted screen so you can see what you’re shooting when the camera is pointed at you.

El Grande – 38-inch extension pole

MSRP: $59.99

This waterproof extension pole can grow up to 38 inches, great for when you’re riding doubles and need to get the GoPro up close and personal for those extra rad shots.

Zeus Mini – swivel clip light

MSRP: $49.99

Whether you use it to light a subject or as a flashlight-esque tool, the Zeus Mini is one of the most versatile little gadgets out there, and makes a great stocking stuffer. Featuring a compact design, the LED Zeus, with a rechargeable battery that can run for up to 6 hours, can clip to your hat, backpack strap, or anything else for convenient, hands-free use. It also has a magnet, so it holds against metal, most appliances and anything under the hood. With four levels of brightness, up to 200 lumens, it’s got plenty of power and coverage for its size.

Pit Viper – Presents for Rad Eyeballs

Grand Prix – The Reno

MSRP: $49

Pit Viper makes outrageous shades, which is totally awesome. Don’t act like you don’t know somebody who would love to rock these gold and black bad boys. And don’t act like you don’t want to buy them for yourself either. When you rock these you’re not only going to look good, but you get full UV protection, as well as some extra shade from the removable side pieces.

The Night Fall – Polarized

MSRP: $99

Not Purple People Eaters, just better.

The 2000s – 1993

MSRP: $119

Neon is rad. Wraparound shades are rad. Adjustable arms are rad. Put them together and you have the 1993s from Pit Viper. Perfect for the boat. Or any other event in your life. They work especially well with mustaches and tank tops.

Yeti

Roadie 24 Cooler

MSRP: $199.99

This lightweight hard cooler is easy to carry and fits plenty of drinks and food to keep everything cold. The size makes it easy to transport and store on a boat, or take it to a cable park (where allowed) – it’s slim enough to fit behind the driver’s seat of a car.

Camino Carryall 35

MSRP: $149.99

Are you tired of replacing your bags year after year because they can’t take a beating? Look no further than the Yet Camino. It’s built tough, made to be tossed around, and won’t break down. Plus, it holds all the essentials you need for a day on the water: towels, change of clothes, water bottles, sandals, keys, the kitchen sink… you get the idea.

Costa Sunglasses – Style All Around

Sullivan

MSRP: $249

Sunglasses make great gifts for the waterman or waterwoman in your life, and Costa makes some of the best out there. With their signature 580G Polarized Glass lenses, the Sullivan shades offer tons of protection and a killer viewing experience. These laid-back frames, with a classic silhouette, are great for life out on the boat or around town.

Tybee

MSRP: $249

The Tybee sunglasses can be had in a variety of color options, for both the frames and the lenses, but we dig the clear look combined with the blue polarized glass seen here. The Tybee are a bit more squared off and lower profile than the Sullivan, but still provide the performance Costa is famous for.

Uncharted Supply Co. – Gifts for the Prepared (or not-so-prepared)

The Zeus

MSRP: $150

This portable jump-starter and USB charger is a must-have for the boat owner, camper, traveler in your family, and it makes an awesome gift. With 20,000 mAh, the jumper boasts enough power to jump your boat multiple times (you know, for when the kids leave the stereo on at night…). The Zeus also has enough juice to charge your iPhone from zero to 100% at least 10 times. The flashlight is an added convenience, great for emergency situations in the dark or as a backup light source. The kit comes with charging cables for 12-volt outlets, so you can recharge the Zeus from your car or boat as needed.

First Aid Pro

MSRP: $60

You never know when you might need a first aid kit, which is why it’s always important to keep one in your car, boat, or anywhere else. Uncharted Supply Co’s First Aid Pro kit is easy to fit anywhere and full of everything you might need in case of emergency (or just that pesky sliver from the marina’s old boat dock). Give the gift of preparedness and feel good about yourself – heck, you might save a life!This kit includes the following:

• 20 x Adhesive dressings, sterile, individually wrapped
• Bandage shears, stainless steel
• Cotton gauze swabs, (3 in pack), sterile, 7.5cm x 7.5cm
• CPR Card
• First Aid Booklet
• Hypo allergenic adhesive tape, 25mm wide roll
• 2 x Nitrile gloves (1 pair in CPR KIT)
• Note pad (located at the back of the First Aid Booklet) & pencil
• 1 x SMART Bandage, heavy duty, 10cm x 2m
• 1 x Emergency Blanket
• Resuscitation face mask, disposable, incl 1 pair gloves & 1 skin cleaning wipe (in CPR KIT)
• 1 x Saline, sterile, 30ml
• 2 x Safety Pins
• 4 x Skin cleaning wipes, with cetrimide (1 with CPR KIT)
• Splinter probes, (5 per pack), sterile
• Triangular bandage, 96cm x 96cm x 136cm
• Tweezers, rust resistant with tip guard, stainless steel
• Wound closures (3 per pack), sterile

Liquid Force – Captain Scallywag & Boater Safety Vests

MSRP: $64.99 (boater safety 4-pack) & $89.99 (Captain Scallywag 4-pack)

These vests do what they’re meant to do: keep you floating in case of an emergency. Or provide everybody else onboard with some laughs when you wakesurf, tube, shred, etc. with them. Every boat needs these, but those orange CGA vests are so boring, right? Give the gift that keeps the people on your boat safe while promoting one of the coolest brands in the game – Liquid Force.

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Thanks to COVID-19′s far-reaching effects around the world, the 2020 season of the Supra Boats Pro Wakeboard Tour was unlike any other, by a long shot. While the cancellation of live, in-person events was a bummer for athletes and fans alike, it opened the doors to an entirely new way to conduct PWT contests: virtually. For the first three stops of the season, the top riders were required to film their own six-trick lines (no falls allowed, and no editing/cutting). These runs were posted for both fans and official PWT judges to score. It allowed fans both an up-close look at some of the most progressive riding in the sport, as well as the opportunity to have a say in determining the winner. The results were positive, despite the extreme changes. Kudos to Supra for coming up with the format and living up to the mantra of “the show must go on.”

For the fourth and final stop of the year, Supra was able to safely organize and hold a live event (albeit without any crowds/fans). This allowed the riders one chance at a traditional contest format: each competitor riding the same boat, in the same conditions, under the same pressure. Thanks to some incredible riding in the first three virtual stops, Nic Rapa, the defending 2019 PWT champ, had the overall points lead heading into Stop 4. In the end he pulled through with a victory, sealing deal and allowing him to hold onto the crown. Now that he’s back home in Australia for another endless summer, we caught up with the two-time PWT champ to get his thoughts on the unique season.

For you, what’s the biggest difference, or the hardest thing to overcome, between live, in-person events and filming for the virtual/digital events?

At a live event everyone rides the same wake same conditions and the winner is whoever is the best on the day. Digital events are a whole different animal. Any rider can be anywhere, riding any wake, and there are so many variables! It made it very interesting!

What was it like trying to come up with runs for the virtual stops of the PWT this year?

It’s definitely tough. I knew what I wanted to do each time, but dealing with Florida weather and the variables it got a little trying at times!

Which stop took you the longest to put a full line together?

Stop 3. I was out in the boat filming my run until 20 minutes before it was due for submission! That was crazy.

The progression throughout the season, especially between you and Cory constantly adding tricks, was crazy. Do you think we would have seen that if the season had been all standard, live events?

I think every year the tricks are getting crazier and more advanced regardless of the format. Obviously, with the video-based format, we were allowed as many attempts as we needed to get our lines done, so this allowed for some really cool parts. We definitely stayed busy and got it done!

Was it hard transitioning back to in-person style event for the 4th stop?

For me, no, it felt great. I had had other events throughout the year that kept the normal contest feel there for me, it was just a matter of staying focused and landing what I knew I needed to.

Does winning the overall title this year mean anything different to you because it was such a different type of year?

It feels great. With the digital events being tough and different I’m pumped to overcome that – and it’s even better to go back-to-back with the overall PWT title last year.

Since it started in 1992, the only male riders to repeat as overall champs on the PWT are Darin Shapiro, Parks Bonifay, Phil Soven and Harley Clifford. What’s it mean to you to be amongst names like that?

Wow. Reading that gives me chills. That’s epic! It gives me a sense of belonging and like I got introduced to wakeboarding for a reason. I’m very humbled, for sure.

What are your plans for the winter back home in Australia?

Well it’s summer here, so I’m enjoying more warm weather, haha! I have been catching up with friends, family and having fun back on my board. Life’s good!

What can fans look forward to from you in 2021?

I’m always working on becoming the best version of me, both on and off the water! I’m stoked to keep progressing and pushing the limits. We’ll see if we can go for the three-peat!

Watch Nic’s 2020 PWT runs here:

Stop 1

Stop 2

Stop 3

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Video by Shane Bonifay

At just 15, Fynn Bullock is quickly making a name for himself amongst the ranks of professional wakeboarding, not to mention snowboarding. The multi-talented board rider has been killing it the last couple years, topping it off with Rookie of the Year honors in the 2020 Supra Boats Pro Wakeboard Tour. Not to mention, he’s arguable as skilled in park riding as he is behind the boat.

Fynn spent some time filming with another all-around wake legend, Shane Bonifay, to film an edit that showcased his skills. The results are here, in “Who Is Fynn Bullock?” Take a few minutes and watch this madness, it answers the question of the title pretty emphatically.

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Meagan Ethell

October 1 marks the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness month, something Meagan Ethell–the 6x Wake Awards Best Female Rider winner–has been passionate about for several years. In a continued effort to bring more awareness to the cause, Meagan and Red Bull partnered with Philadelphia’s iconic Boathouse Row on the Schuylkill River to create a series of unique and very pink images.

Inspired by having seen the area lit up pink for breast cancer awareness in the past, Meagan and Red Bull worked with the city of Philadelphia and WeCanRow Philly, a community of breast cancer survivors aiming to help those affected regain their activity and energy levels to light the boathouses pink and create an up-rail out of a rowing scull. Meagan also was inspired by her visit to the Philadelphia Girls Rowing Club (PGRC), which helps promote, stimulate, and support among women an interest in amateur rowing and other forms of athletics.

With a custom, pink-ribbon Red Bull helmet created just for the photo shoot, Meagan made some iconic images in epic fashion, earning her the latest Cover Up feature. The 22-year old Orlando native has worked to raise money, awareness, and help survivors of breast cancer for years, including as a spokeswoman for Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC), and teaching survivors in her hometown how to wakeboard every year. Those interested in standing by Meagan as she works to support, advocate, and eradicate this deadly disease can do so by donating to Boarding for Breast Cancer, or by joining B4BC’s 13th annual ‘Skate the Coast’ event on October 25th, and encouraging your community to skate, bike, or roll around your neighborhood for Breast Cancer Prevention. B4BC also encourages those participants to tag @b4bc and #feelinit4b4bc to continue their goal. Additionally, Meagan and B4BC will be auctioning off her helmet to raise money for the cause, with Red Bull matching the donation.

Meagan Ethell

More information for Boathouse Row, WeCanRow Philly, and Boarding for Breast Cancer can be found at these links:

www.boathouserow.org

www.whitemarshboatclub.com/we-can-row/

www.b4bc.org

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