2014 Polar Bear Chase Highlights

[ragboy]

We have almost half of the reviews in from the riders, but like every year, getting the last of them is like herding cats! ;-) So if you are a rider and have not filled out your review, please get a hold of me or Rob so we can help you get that done ASAP.

We have amazing video and a bunch of incredible chase footage at 240FPS. I am not gonna lie, its damn sexy. The editor is working hard on it and I can't wait. I am going to give you a sneak peak of some of the chase video this week, but for now I have highlighted the chase photos for you and can share those.

I am going to share some of my favorites from each boat and do little to no commentary. I just have a couple of notes before I share them.

• We will post exact setups when we release the full video. All but 2 of the boats were setup more than stock, but what I would consider reasonable by most people. The exceptions are the 2015 Tige Z3 and the Axis T22. The Z3 was weighted exactly stock the first day, and a bit underweighted compared to the rest of the boats. On the second day, it was weighted about equivalent to adding the larger aftermarket plug and play sacs. The T22 was slammed to the limit. I think its safe to say that most of the riders would not weight their boat like this on a daily basis, but it threw a monster wake slammed the way it was and it made lots of smiles. It also used more gas than any other boat by far because of this. Less weight and I am sure it would have still made a fun wake.
• The G21 wake may not seem as photogenic as the other boats. However, when you read the reviews you will find that many really liked that wave. It wasn't the best cosmetic looking wave, but people liked it, for some it was their favorite.

Just keep those points in mind when looking at the pictures.

2014 Axis T22

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Thomas got a chance to ride.
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2015 Centurion FS33

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Jessie always makes a great wake model!
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2015 Nautique G21

IMG_1531.jpg by wake9, on Flickr

IMG_6190.jpg by wake9, on Flickr

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2015 Supra SC 450

IMG_6028.jpg by wake9, on Flickr

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2015 Tige Z3

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2012 Wake9 Z3

The Wake9 Z3 was a backup boat and was used when the Pavati couldn't make it at the last minute. I am going to miss this boat.

IMG_6217.jpg by wake9, on Flickr

IMG_5621.jpg by wake9, on Flickr

IMG_5716.jpg by wake9, on Flickr

You can visit the entire set of 84 images here:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/wake9/...7646795381724/

All of the images are tagged with timestamps, boats, and type of shot. Enjoy.

I will have some teaser video up this week also. Can't wait to share.

[jslayde1]

Awesome. Thanks Ragboy!

[topaz surfer]

Sweet can't wait to see all the video.

[Greeko]

Thanks for all the pics Ragboy! It was an amazing event to attend!

[Stingreye]

[Booms]

Great Pictures!

Ragboy - You might have already stated this in another thread. But what boat are you going with seeing you are "going to miss the boat"?

[shawndoggy]

great pics, bummed I missed it!

What's next for Wake9?

[gwhite94]

Great pics can't wait to see the video and the rider evaluations..... Thanks Robert!!!!

[ragboy]

That 2015 Z3 that was at the event was direct off of the Tige Factory production line, nothing special. That was the first boat that RJ road, where he said, "I want that boat". That kinda sounds spoiled, but if you know RJ, you know that isn't the case. He has just held back and not wanted to replace the red Z3 because the red Z3 is the best wake we have ever had, or been on. The new Z3 is at least as good, and with time I think will be better.

[Greeko]

I want a new Tige Z3 to be honest after riding that wave...I would be happy with a 2012-2015.. As long as I get the reclining Lazyboy chair and the Pro ballast option!

[Bad05]

That 2015 Z3 that was at the event was direct off of the Tige Factory production line, nothing special. That was the first boat that RJ road, where he said, "I want that boat". That kinda sounds spoiled, but if you know RJ, you know that isn't the case. He has just held back and not wanted to replace the red Z3 because the red Z3 is the best wake we have ever had, or been on. The new Z3 is at least as good, and with time I think will be better.

Good stuff Robert, thanks for the input! If you, RJ or the family wants to come down to Vegas again and spend some time on the Z3 let me know, we got that boat following Polar Bear. We would love to spend some time dialing it in even more and take a few lessons from RJ while we are at it!

[ragboy]

Sounds fun, I have a large client in Vegas and have to be there on business on occasion, I will let you know. Just went through last week.