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GreenHulk Sale: Boost Speed, Acceleration with Fizzle Z53+ Supercharger Impeller

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Jessica Waters
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Go faster. Accelerate harder.

If those phrases cause a spike in your heart rate, then GreenHulk PWC Performance Store’s current sale on the  Fizzle Z53+ Supercharger Impeller may be just what the doctor ordered.

Designed for the 2024 RXP-X 325 and RXT-X 325 models, this state-of-the-art upgrade comes with typical gains reaching 5-6+ PSI over OEM wheels – peaking at over 24 PSI at 9,000 RPM – resulting in an unparalleled boost in both top speed and throttle response.

With the Fizzle Z53+, you can achieve up to a roughly 3 MPH speed gain and sharper acceleration from more torque and horsepower.

Crafted from billet aluminum, the Z53+ is lightweight, designed for efficiency with precision-engineered aggressive blade geometry paired with an integrated nut and raised center section, ensuring explosive acceleration, maximum boos and peak speeds – all without supercharge housing modifications. 

And for a limited time, the added adrenaline comes at a discounted price of $557.07

Also on sale right now is the Fizzle Sea-Doo 300 Supercharger Shaft Holding Wrench. Whether you’re servicing the supercharger, swapping out impeller wheels or checking clutch slip tension, this specially designed wrench fits all Sea-Doo 300 HP models from 2016 to present and is crafted with precision and durability in mind. ensuring a perfect grip on the supercharger shaft without causing damage.

All for a discounted price of $37.15. 

And while you’re at it, you can get $4.50 off the RIVA Sea-Doo 2018+ RXT/GTX, 2021+ RXP & 2020+ GTR/GTI Engine Service Cover Washer Upgrade Kit with discount code ‘greenhulk’  These sturdy,  Precision-machined stainless steel washers are electropolished, providing excellent fit and an awesome cosmetic upgrade along with increased durability. A must for repeatedly removing & replacing your engine service cover for regular maintenance & inspection. Kits includes 13 precision-machined stainless washers along with installation instructions.  

Discount code ‘greenhulk’ will also get you $14 off a RIVA Sea-Doo Exhaust Race Plate.

Be sure to check out all the GreenHulk website for all of the Performance Store’s products, and stay up-to-date on all GreenHulk special offers by following their social media accounts, including Facebook, Instagram, and the GreenHulk Garage YouTube Channel. 

Take Advantage of Cycle Springs Powersports’ 50-Day PWC Service

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Kevin Shaw
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With over 55-percent of new personal watercraft sales going to people who’ve never owned a PWC before, the likelihood of someone getting their hands on a top performing machine who have otherwise, zero understanding of the degree of maintenance and upkeep these machines require, is pretty high.

Salesmen love to make a killer sale on a big dollar watercraft but often do very little to inform the customer of the hours of labor it takes to keep these machines up and running at premium, tip-top condition. Thankfully, Cycle Springs Powersports of Clearwater, Florida is the tip of the spear when it comes to keeping customers’ skis up and running right.

Their service center chews through hundreds of customer’s PWC keeping them running all year ’round. And with their 50-Day Service Package, they run through a who’s who of manufacturer-required checks before sending them out. So if you’re a new owner and have racked up your first 50 days of riding (no matter how many miles – at least from what we can find), bring it in for this must-have maintenance service.

Per Cycle Springs Powersports here’s what they say about their 50-day service:
By the time you reach 50 days of use on your personal watercraft, those next-level excursions on your Cycle Springs watercraft have made choppy waters your happy place. But, to keep your machine running its best, it’s time for a 50-day watercraft maintenance. Our Powersports specialists understand the intricacies of jet ski maintenance and apply precision and care to every detail of your watercraft maintenance. Your technician will:

• Check ECU for Codes • Check & Clean/Change All Engine Filters
• Check ECU for Hours • Change Gear Lube for Lower Gear Casing
• Compression Test Operation • Check & Grease Propeller Shaft Splines
• Check Cooling System • Grease All Fittings & Grease Points
• Check & Adjust Throttle and Shift Cables • Check & Fill Power Trim Fluid
• Check & Adjust Idle • Retorque All Cover Plate Bolts
• Inspect Fuel System • Change Spark Plugs
• Inspect Ignition & Electrical System • Check Timing Belt Tension
• Check Battery Condition • Check & Change Anodes
• Change Oil & Filter • Inspect & Adjust Top Cowling Latch
• Change Water Separating Fuel Filter • Check Trailer Tires and retorque lug nuts

We take your safety and the performance of your personal watercraft personally, ensuring every aspect of your machine’s function is ready for the adventures ahead.

Want to Become a Dealer for Active Jet Sports? It’s SUPER Easy

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Kevin Shaw
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We know a lot of you guys are getting really good at tuning and building customized personal watercraft. And with the aftermarket offering top-of-the-line performance parts to unlock the true potential within these machines, building a run-of-the-mill Sea-Doo or Yamaha into a real lake burner is becoming surprisingly easy.

With that said, have you considered turning that into a side hustle or full-time gig? If so, you have an opportunity to use this newfound interest to segue into a new career and register to become a vendor of Active Jet Sport parts and accessories. Dealers and shops who see enough volume can apply at this portal to earn special pricing and offers from AJS.

Per Active Jet Sports, they state: “We offer special discounts to volume purchasers through our wholesale account portal. These accounts are not meant for individual customers and have a minimum order value requirement.

“To register for wholesale discount go to My Account and select “Shops / Dealers / Wholesale” from the User Type drop down. All applications will be reviewed, once approved you’ll be able to sign-in and see updated pricing.”

It’s really very easy and many of you who spend your weekends wrenching on other people’s PWC could easily apply to save big on larger purchases. Hit this link to see everything you need to know to register and become a vendor today.

Save Your Toes With Unlimited PWC’s New Aqua Flex Boots

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Kevin Shaw
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Most of the time, you don’t give much thought as to what to wear on your feet when you’re out for a casual ride. A pair of flipflops or maybe an old worn out set of tennis shoes will do nicely, right? Well, how well do those drain? Will mildew set in before they finally dry? Heck, do they even have any traction on my PWC’s mats? All good questions.

Thankfully, you don’t need to concern yourself about picking out a good, reliable bit of footwear because Unlimited PWC just rolled out its new Aqua Flex Boots. These lightweight beach shoes can be used for all sorts of purposes: riding, walking through shallow water, in and out of the dockside restaurant, whatever you wish.

The upper half is made of breathable air neoprene material that feels soft to the touch – especially on skin – and the sole is a heal-to-toe rubber sole that is both flexible and provides excellent grip for a recreational ride. This is a superior riding boot (what we’d classify as a bootie, as a boot is often heavier) to those that we’ve tested previously.

Per Unlimited, “The combination of hard rubber and soft rubber improves not only comfort but also durability. The rubber that covers the heel and the point strap take care of the stress of putting on and taking off. Of course, you can improve the fit by adjusting the drawcord at the ankle. This will prevent your shoes from coming off and prevent sand from getting in.”

Priced at $37 a pair, Unlimited PWC’s Aqua Flex Boots are available from XS to L, and come in either hot pink (shown here), white, black and neon yellow.

Active Jet Sport Releases New Dash Engine Temp Display Module

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Jessica Waters
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We’ve all been there – there’s always that one product, that one brand, that one model or feature that we love. It can be a big deal or a small thing – but inevitably, it seems, it’s the one thing they “upgrade” or “reinvent” or just plain do away with all together. 

Whether it’s your favorite candy bar (Hershey’s Gold.. seriously? I’m still mad about that one!) your favorite phone app that they upgraded out of existence, your favorite TV series that didn’t get picked up for a new season — or the temperature display on your Sea-Doo dash; they just up and snatch them away from us with not as much as a by-your-leave.

Well, Active Jet Sport may not be able to do much about reuniting Sam and Dean and Baby for another season of Supernatural, or bringing back that one single flavor of Monster that you liked and is no longer on the shelves, but they can – and did – do something about you being kept in the dark about your Sea-Doo’s engine temperature.

In an announcement yesterday, June 6, Active Jet Sport launched their “all new DASH-ECT (Dash Engine Coolant Temperature) module that will instantly display the engine temperature on your dash.”

Designed specifically to display the engine temperature on the dash of your 2019+ Sea-Doo with mono or full color cluster, Active JetSport’s DASH-ECT module enables the display of engine temperature on 2019 and newer Sea-Doo watercraft, which no longer have this as a built-in feature. 

Simple to use, the 100% plug-and-play DASH-ECT Module is plugged into the diagnostic port and instantly displays the engine coolant temperature on the cluster. There is no need for running wires from the ECU or installing additionalsensors, and can be just as easily removed. 

Active JetSport describes the modules’s display mechanism: “The Dash-ECT module makes use of the existing lake water temperature channel on the cluster.  This means the engine temperature will be displayed where the lake water temperature is normally shown.  If your Sea-Doo has a factory lake water temperature feature then the engine temperature will override the lake water temperature.”

Active JetSport does mention a minor limitation that impacts imperial units only, not clusters set to metric units, stating, “Because we use the lake water temperature channel on the cluster, we have a hard limit of how high of a number that can be displayed. On the VIP color cluster the maximum number that can be displayed is 192, which means when your units are set to imperial the maximum temperature display will be 192F.  On the mono orange cluster, this limit is slightly higher at 194. Keep in mind that it will be rare to reach those hard limits since Sea-Doo uses 175F thermostat. Clusters set to metric units are not affected by this limitation.”

Available now for $169.99, the Dash-ECT features same-day shipping.

Be sure to check out the rest of the deals on their website as well as keeping up with them on social media.

Have It Your Way: Yamaha Summer Sales Event Offers Financing Options

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Jessica Waters
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Summertime, and the livin’ is easy… if you take advantage of Yamaha’s Summer Sales Event, that is!

In typical Yamaha  fashion, their Summer Sales Event offers several different savings options, allowing customers to choose what deal works best for their situation … and their pocketbook

The Summer Sales financing offers, which went into effect on June 1 and will be available through July 31, include:

An introductory 5.99% APR financing for 24 months, with a rate of 15.99% APR for the remainder of the term. Available on approved purchases of new 2018-2024 Yamaha WaveRunner at a participating dealer made on the Yamaha Credit Card issued by WebBank;

6.99% APR for 60 months. Available on approved purchases of new 2018-2024 Yamaha WaveRunner at a participating dealer made on the Yamaha Credit Card issued by WebBank; or 

5.99% APR for 36 months. Available for well qualified tier 1 credit customers who finance a new 2018-2024 Yamaha WaveRunner through Yamaha Motor Finance Corporation, USA at a participating dealer.

The range of special summer offers is not the only hassle-free aspect of Yamaha’s direct website interface; they offer a number of tools and forms to make your purchase more streamlined and efficient.

Start with the Build and Price tool that lets you narrow down your series – whether that is the Rec Lite line, the VX Recreation series, the FX Luxury Series, the GP Performance Series or even the Freestyle Series – pick your model, your colors, and your accessories, and displays the purchase price with each choice.

The website also has a “Estimate Your Payment” financing calculator, an online financing pre-qualification application and a “Find Your Yamaha” tool that helps you decide on the right series and model to fit your lifestyle, ride style, and price point. 

Gallery: Kawasaki Rolls Out 2025 Ultra Lineup, New Colors, Pricing & Introduces Angler JetSki

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Kevin Shaw
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It was only a few of months ago that The Watercraft Journal was personally invited to attend the 2024 Kawasaki North American Dealer Show and put its hands on the 2025 Ultra 160LX-S Angler JetSki. Marketed with the tag line, “Catch The Good Times” (a play on Kawasaki’s long time “Let The Good Times Roll” maxim), the Angler is possibly one of the most surprising – yet, smartly timed – new entries to the rapidly-growing JetSki lineup.

Based upon the naturally-aspirated Ultra 160LX-S, the Angler sets its aim directly at the Sea-Doo FishPro Sport, with a few features even the Trophy may admire. The Angler packaging includes a 7-inch UHD2 7cv Garmin Echomap Navigation (Fish Finder Chartplotter) occupying the right-hand rearview mirror. Pages of navigation, seafloor mapping and tide/current charts are quickly and easily accessible through the full color screen.

On the port side deck is an angled rod holder for trolling with an addition four in the rear mounted to the specifically-designed Angler rack fixed to the Ultra Deck. The new rack is significantly more sturdy than the accessory rack currently available, and stows a voluminous ORCA 14.5-gallon cooler with quick-release side straps. The rack still doesn’t have what you’d call a “quick release” mounting system from the deck rails, but the exposed hardware is gone.

Ergonomically, Kawasaki radically redesigned the bench seat to be taller, flat and much, much firmer; ensuring that the all-day fisherman will remain comfortable at all times. It’s smartly embossed with the “Angler” logo and is made with premium materials that will clean off easily. Of course, the biggest standout on the Angler are the Auxiliary Side Flotation outriggers running along the back-half of the bondrail.

Built for rough water handling, the Ultra’s aggressive 22.5-degree Deep-V hull is nowhere near as stable as runabouts with flatter bottoms. Kawasaki’s engineers needed to stabilize the JetSki and designed these foam-filled floats that widen the Ultra’s static footprint in the water and allow fishermen to walk freely around the footwells without feeling tipsy or unstable. And as they sit above the sponsons, they won’t interfere with the ski’s ability to track through chop at speed.

Trolling speeds are accessed through the “One-Touch 5 MPH” mode controls and can be toggled down as low as 3mph or as high as 6.5mph. Storage is identical as all other Ultra JetSkis with an innovative 10.6-gallon “horseshoe” accessed by gullwing doors, including a waterproof phone box with a USB charging port; and a deep-set front bow storage comprising 32.8-gallons of room. Every Angler comes in bright Crystal White/Timberline Green color scheme.

The rest of Kawasaki’s Ultra JetSki lineup sees little in the way of changes or upgrades. We did notice an absence of the SX-R 160 JetSki being mentioned anywhere but after reaching out to Kawasaki we can confirm that the standup isn’t going anywhere and October will have more to reveal. Until that time, what we have is a single color change – the naturally-aspirated Ultra 160LX-S losing its vibrant orange coloring for a Bluish Gray/Ebony combo.

Marked with a MSRP $17,199, enthusiasts can pick up the racy-themed 160LX-S this summer, as well as its more decadent sibling, the Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra 160LX returning in Metallic Gold Sparkle Deep Green/Ebony. Priced with a MSRP of $18,199 it’s possibly the most fully-loaded naturally-aspirated general-use runabout. Identical in every way save for a whopping 310-horsepower drivetrain, the Ultra 310LX shares the same livery but comes in at $21,199.

For the last two remaining supercharged entries, Kawasaki decided to carry over everything “as is” from 2024, meaning the stripped-down, frills-free Ultra 310X hot rod returns in Ebony/Neon Red [although man, we’d love to see it in the new red-and-gray livery that the 160LX-S got –Ed.] and priced at $19,199. The Ultra 310LX-S returns in Ebony/Lime Green with a price tag of $20,199.

This early release serves to do two things: drum up some excitement for the Fall rollout – particularly for the new 160LX-S Angler JetSki – and inform late-season buyers what can be found on dealership floors right now. As buyers are becoming more selective, it’s important to cut through the hype and distill down the facts. That’s why The Watercraft Journal is here and why we’ve continued as the world’s most read, most referenced personal watercraft publication.

Real Review: Kawi Performance 316 Stainless Steel Engine Cover Knobs for All Ultra JetSkis

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JD Brussels
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If you’re looking for high-quality stainless-steel fasteners and components for your Kawasaki JetSki, look no further than Kawi Performance! Based just outside of Long Island, NY Kawi Performance is known for their dedication to quality, providing the market with premium designed-in-house components and hardware.

These premium 316 Stainless Steel engine cover knobs are no exception! 2022+ Kawasaki Ultra 310 and 2023+ Kawasaki Ultra 160 JetSkis feature a new engine cover that is secured to the JetSki with six 10mm acorn nuts. If a rider wanted to remove that engine cover out on the water – to access critical engine components and hoses – they would need to pull out a 10mm socket or wrench and get to work removing all 6 acorn nuts.

While all Kawasaki JetSkis include an onboard tool kit with the necessary tools to remove the cover, having to grab the tools to remove this cover (especially while on the water) creates a major inconvenience. Adding a set of Kawi Performance 316 Stainless Steel Engine Cover Knobs gives riders the convenience of being able to quickly and easily remove their engine covers for a quick inspection of hoses and components while on the water, and makes post-ride care a breeze.

Kawi Performance listened to rider input, and designed these aesthetically pleasing, corrosion and rust-resistant engine cover knobs from premium marine-grade polished 316 stainless steel. With blind threads to reduce salt-water intrusion, and laser engraved with a custom heritage Kawasaki “K” these knobs give any Kawasaki Ultra JetSki a high-end custom look.

Low-cost plastic knobs can break or strip, allowing the engine cover to inadvertently detach from the ski. Since the Jet Ski’s seats are actually mounted to the engine cover itself, securing this cover with durable stainless-steel hardware contributes to rider safety on the water.

If you own an older Kawasaki Ultra JetSki, these knobs fit your ski as well! Replace the four factory 10mm acorn nuts holding your rear grab-bar and engine cover assembly in place with a set of these premium 316 Stainless Steel engine cover knobs. You will then be able to perform maintenance and post-ride care without having to grab that pesky 10mm socket.

Video: AI’s Take on the FX Series WaveRunner

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Jessica Waters
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Have you ever wondered what AI thinks of PWCs?  

While it may not have been your most urgent and compelling contemplation of the day, it poses its own measure of intrigue … enough so that Yamaha asked that very question.

In a weekend social media post, Yamaha posed a question to ChatGPT, asking “Which car brand best compares to a Yamaha FX Series WaveRunner?”

Now, before you read the rest of this article…What do you think AI’s answer was, and why?

While a speedy sports car or powerful muscle car may have been your first thought, AI went a different direction, and gave the reasoning for the choice – after all, Yamaha doesn’t call the FX Series its “Luxury Series” without reason.

Chat GPT breaks down its response:

“Comparing the Yamaha FX Series WaveRunners to a car brand involves considering various attributes like performance, luxury, and reputation. A fitting comparison would be to the BMW of the automotive world. Here’s why:

Performance and Engineering: Just like BMW is renowned for its engineering excellence and high-performance vehicles, the Yamaha FX Series WaveRunners are known for their superior performance on the water. They are engineered with advanced technology and powerful engines that provide an exhilarating ride, much like the thrill of driving a BMW.

Luxury and Comfort: BMW cars are synonymous with luxury, offering high-end features and comfort. Similarly, the Yamaha FX Series WaveRunners are designed with luxurious amenities, comfortable seating, and user-friendly controls, making them a top choice for riders seeking a premium experience.

Brand Reputation and Reliability: Both BMW and Yamaha have established strong brand reputations for reliability and quality in their respective fields. Yamaha, like BMW, is a brand that consumers trust for consistently delivering high-quality, dependable products.

Innovative Features: BMW is known for incorporating cutting-edge technology and innovative features into its cars. Yamaha does the same with its FX Series WaveRunners, which come equipped with advanced features like RiDE dual throttle controls, integrated infotainment, and GPS navigation, mirroring the technological advancements found in BMW vehicles.”

Be sure to check out the Yamaha WaveRunners website for more details, and watch the video below for more reasons why FX WaveRunners could be considered the luxury benchmark of the PWC World.

 

Real Review: Jet Tech Hybrid Sunglasses & Goggles

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Kevin Shaw
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Admittedly, it’s been over a year since we’ve last reviewed any piece of dedicated riding gear, and all for good reason: there’s very little “new” under the sun. We’ve reviewed dozens upon dozens of riding gloves, boots, vests and what we consider the most divisive: sunglasses.

Selecting the right eyewear for riding personal watercraft is one of the most difficult as so many factors must be considered: do they provide sufficient eye protection from UV glare, wind, water and impact (bugs, etc.); do they fit comfortably and react appropriately to wind speeds; and do they look good?

Obviously, the last category is the most subjective and is open to personal preference but the earlier two must be strongly considered and evaluated. We’ve found many manufacturers trying to distract customers with a parade of bells and whistles to hide that the glasses themselves fail to pass these two basic criteria. We’re not so easily distracted.

Unfortunately, after months of reviewing Jet Tech’s Hybrid Sunglasses & Goggles, they fail to pass – but not for a lack of effort. The two-in-one sunglasses offer a whirlwind of clever features and an innovative (yet somewhat clunky) snap-together modular construction that allows them to be outfitted as sunnies (Australian for “sunglasses”) or goggles.

The Jet Tech Hybrids come with a choice of two kinds of lanyards: a traditional pull-string lanyard and a clip-in goggle strap. We tried several times to press in the snap-tab on the sunglasses’ arms to swap out to the goggle strap, but couldn’t do so without using our car keys to release them (and even then, we had to press hard enough to scratch the plastic).

The two optional lenses offer a wide field of vision (no blind spots), are scratch resistant and provide solid UV protection. In our testing, we found the polarized black lens to be the preferred of the two. Reading the water was easier than the colored “low light” lenses, which tainted our vision so much that it was hard to register discolorations in the water (marking shallow spots and/or obstacles).

Swapping between the two lenses can be cantankerous and at times feels like you’re going to break something. The lenses smudge horribly (you’ll see our fingerprints in these pictures). When outfitted for use as sunglasses, the nose perch sets the glasses far enough out to keep them from fogging, but so far out that the wind will catch them with the slightest head movement.

Look in any direction but straightforward and these will painfully whip off of your face without notice. The throwback design fails in the looks department and acts as more of an airfoil. The wind turbulence these create will also direct debris almost directly into your eyes at above 40mph. And since these all-black sunglasses do not float, you’ll want to keep that lanyard cinched really tight.

Thankfully, when equipped as goggles – meaning the arms have been forcibly removed and fitted with the snap-in strap and foam bezel – the Hybrids do float above the surface, which was a welcomed relief. The foam used is the very light, spongy variant that soaks up and holds moisture. So if they fall in the water or you’re particularly sweaty, the saturated foam padding will perpetually dribble into your eyes throughout the day.

Giving credit where credit is due, the Jet Tech Hybrid’s modular frame is smartly flexible and incorporates magnetic receivers to catch and hold the two foam padding options. The nose guard snaps smartly in place and the hinges for the arms are durable and well constructed. Equally, Jet Tech dolls out both a pull-tie soft case and a very nice zip-up hard case with each pair of Hybrids.

Again, the smattering of accessories and add-ons is generous and clever, but the glasses fail at all three of our basic criteria: eye protection from wind, water and debris; ease-of-use/functionality; and overall aesthetics. Modifying your Hybrids while out on the water is neigh impossible; and toting all of the bits and pieces feel like bringing a Lego set out on the water.

Priced at $109 USD, the Jet Tech Hybrid Sunglasses & Goggles are surprisingly well-priced for how much you’re getting; but when compared to other far, far more simple floating sunglasses that passed our heavy scrutiny with flying colors, maybe the lesson to be learned here is “less is more.”

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