Slippery Wetsuits redesigned their Liquid Race Black Boot for 2022 and they look rugged. They’ve made the boot even better by my making it more grippy, increased its stability, and made the boot more supportive.

The Liquid Race Black Boot is a heavy-duty high-performance boot that’s built to last while meeting the demands of racers.

It has a removable 1.5 mm neoprene booty, which is a nice feature. The boot has pull tabs and a lacing set up to make for a fast and easy on and off.

It also has air mesh for ventilation and drainage holes, so water can escape. The interior is designed like an athletic shoe, which provides added stability and comfort.

After you check out the boots, look at the new lightweight gloves from Slippery. Their new Flex Lite Gloves have hit the shelves and they are priced to move at $24.95.

They look awesome too and are available in five eye-catching colorways. Slippery did a nice job designing these.

They look sharp in two tone blue/charcoal, red/charcoal, black/charcoal, and olive/black.

If you’re in the market for a good-looking lightweight glove, these are for you.

The gloves are made of a lightweight neoprene and designed for maximum flexibility.

The perforated palm has a silicone imprint for added grip and the same goes for the anti-slip gel print on the fingertips. Check out the Slippery online catalogue to find a dealer near you or where to buy online.

We were checking out Unlimited PWC’s new gear for 2022. We thought we’d start with telling you about the new lifejackets for 2022. Unlimited has released their new RUSH series of life jackets and they look good. They come in a bunch of different colorways that we’ve come to expect from the crew whose tag line is, look fast, go fast.

The Rush series was developed in collaboration with professional riders. The group is seeking a higher performance level while adhering to safety specs. At the same time, the goal was to create a jacket that maximizes power and is extremely comfortable while underway. All the jackets are USCG approved and are unisex in design.

The Rush Neo Life Jacket is made of neoprene and has two buckles and zipper for a tight fit. The Rush S/E Jacket is a side entry vest made of lightweight nylon with three buckles on one side. The side entry makes for an easy on and off vest. The 2021 Nylon Side Entry Life Jacket is available as well.

The shop also has other super cool looking life jackets like the new Comfort Nylon Jacket and the Nylon Life Jacket. These jackets are styled to fit loosely and can be worn for long periods without feeling uncomfortable. Another standout is the popular Neo Life Jacket, which utilizes a V-back design for added support for your waist and back.

All the Unlimited PFD’s have an inside pocket with a Velcro closure that can be used to stash a license and the jackets also come outfitted with a safety whistle. For all the details, head over to the Unlimited PWC website and check out what’s new for 2022.

In 2015 in a garage in San Diego, a father tinkered away and created a GPS tracking system so he could remotely oversee the safety of his young son, who was enrolled in a youth sailing and surf school. That man was Magnus Berggren, and the company that was built following the success of that first device, is Waiv Technologies. The firm quickly established their reputation as a leader in the boat and jet ski rental technology sector.

Focussing on innovation in fleet management with GPS based products for rental operators, in 2021 Waiv brought the XStream tracking system to the market. XStream synchronizes the entire fleet operation by connecting all vessels to each other and to site managers and dock hands, enhancing both customer experience and staff organization.

Waiv is now launching the next generation of XStream, the SoundAlertSystem. This evolution solves a series of related problems many boat rental companies have – keeping customers within the rules, keeping them safe, and keeping them happy.

A traditional throttling system that enforces speed limits can in fact be a danger unto itself; there are situations where the full throttle range is needed, such as maneuvering quickly out of the path of another vessel, or driving to shore in an emergency. Instead of mechanical limitations, SoundAlertSystem utilizes a loud siren which is triggered whenever a jet ski or boat exceeds a speed limit inside a geo-fenced zone, alerting the user without disabling the full throttle range.

SoundAlertSystem has a number of further advanced features, such as enabling rental operators to track every trip and receive alerts for a variety of events, from vessels approaching the dock to capsizing. Importantly, the system is made in the USA, and is very easy to install and use. For more on the SoundAlertSystem, visit HERE

We are digging the Radinn brand of electric jetboards. The Sweden-based company recently expanded to the United States and are on a mission to change the way we explore and play in all the water, and they have the line of boards to get it done. A Radinn jetboard will give you the ability to surf anywhere you can find a body of water.

These boards are versatile and come in a variety of models to suit all levels of riding experience. If you’re an explorer and looking to hike into an area off the beaten path, the ultra-durable Freeride X-Sport is the ride for you. It’s designed for adventure and has a high-impact hull and can be set up in multiple configurations.

If you’re just getting started, the Freeride Element and Freeride Urban Rebel are the perfect boards for beginners and suitable for all water conditions. They are all-purpose boards and designed for moderate turning and trick capabilities. If you want to get your high performance surf on, check out the Carve Tarifa and the Carve Phantom.

Both boards are super lightweight and designed for high performance surfing.  The responsive shape gives the rider the ability to control the board, similarly, to riding a surfboard, using both heels and toes to maneuver.

For example, you’ll be able to pull off deep carves by applying pressure with your back foot. You will almost an hour of water time if you opt for the extended battery. The standard battery gives you half an hour, which is pretty good in the electric board market. Check out the website. They have videos, blogs, and tons of other things of interest.

Awake, always on the cutting edge of the electric surfboard development, has released their most bad ass electric surfboard to date. It is the high-powered RAVIK S 22, and it looks fun! The crew updated the full system with a more responsive Speed Controller and new motor. A rider can reach speeds up to 36 knots with the optimized impeller design and increased torque. The board uses the same plug and play system to get you on the water quicker with no cables to deal with. Awake keeps it simple so you can spend more time riding.

The Ravik S 22 is the most extreme board they’ve built. The crew sent a couple of riders to take on some gnarly conditions where we wouldn’t expect to see an electric surfboard.  The Awake Ravik S 22handled them well. The guys were getting huge airs and hauling ass across frigid choppy waters. Riding on rail was on point because that board could hold an edge without slipping. It is built to carve. We were impressed with the way it handled in extreme conditions. Check out the video to see it in an action.

It’s a cool piece of equipment with a large price tag of $15,000 with the standard battery, that will provide you with 15-20 minutes riding time. They recommend buying the battery upgrade, which will give you around 30 minutes of ride time. It will cost you an additional $7,900. The board comes with everything you need to get out there. We were so stoked on the video that we were ready to ride a Ravik S 22!

Sea-Doo has released a collection of PFDs geared toward families. It is appropriately named, Protect your Loved Ones. Sea-Doo has put together an easy to navigate page, with one stop shopping for life jackets for the whole family.  They included PFDs from several different lines with price points to fit everyone’s budget. They included several men’s, ladies, juniors, and kids’ sizes and styles to choose from.

The Men’s and Ladies’ Airflow Refraction Edition PFD’s are Sea-Doo’s top of the line life jackets. They are Coast Guard approved as well and come in sizes from small to 3XL. The AirFlo system is an interior EVA molding made to keep the jacket away from the skin. These jackets are quick dry and made for comfort with large arm holes to give you comfort while doing high speed cutbacks on the water.

For the little ones, the Kids’ Sandsea PFD is available in several sizes based on weight. Medium is for kids 33-55 pounds and the large is for kids 55-88 pounds. The real small one is for tiny kids, weighing up to 30 pounds. These are nice little jackets that will get the job done and give you peace of mind.

The Junior Explorer PFD is coming soon, and it will fit the kids weighing 50-90 pounds. The Explorer PFD made for adults has some cool features like a camera mount for a GoPro style camera, whistle, VHF radio holder, multiple pockets, and a loop for your goggles. Check out the Sea-Doo website for all the PFDs in the Protect Your Loved Ones lineup. Grab a few while you’re there and get everyone outfitted for the season.