Spanish Championship, Andalusian Championship, and Iberian Cup of Jet Skis in Cadiz

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May 23, 2024

In his latest thrilling videos, Sea-Doo pro ambassador Andrew Hill of “Andrew Hill Adventure Fishing” showcases the exhilarating experience of deep-sea fishing from the back of a jet ski. Rigged with advanced equipment, Hill takes his Sea-Doo FISHPRO Trophy an impressive 40 miles off the northern coast of New Zealand, venturing into waters as deep as 400 meters (1,300 feet).

Setting off at 5 AM, Hill embarks on this daring expedition equipped with essential safety gear, including his cell phone, personal locator beacon, and VHF radio. The journey begins with fishing around the local islands, where he encounters a spectacular dolphin stampede, adding to the adventure.

Hill’s jet ski is outfitted with electric kingfish reels, specifically the Daiwa Seapower 800 reel, powered by the reliable “Batterysmith” Electric Reel 7000mAh Lithium Battery. This setup makes retrieving fish from such great depths a breeze, which is particularly important while mounted on such a small craft. Additionally, he brings out the Ultimate Catch Bag and Ultimate Reel Covers, highlighting the practicality and efficiency of his gear.

The videos are posted to his YouTube page, “Andrew Hill Adventure Fishing,” which he markets as “the home of Adventure Fishing in New Zealand.” It is a treasure trove for enthusiasts of adventure fishing and all kinds of PWC interests. He offers a variety of content, from personal watercraft fishing tournaments to social trips, tips, and techniques.

These latest videos are a testament to Hill’s passion for pushing the boundaries of conventional fishing, combining the thrill of being so close to the water on his Sea-Doo with the challenges of deep-sea fishing. Don’t miss these captivating videos on his YouTube channel now to see what Hill discovers on his adventure.

Video: Dropping by the Greenhulk Garage for an Affordable & Stylin’ Intake

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May 22, 2024

When you’re talking PWCs and you’re talking performance, chances are, you’re talking about the Greenhulk PWC Performance store – a national and international leader in PWC parts and components. Just the product category list on their website takes some scrolling to get through, and that’s not even looking at the extensive selection of quality products within each category.

And to put the cherry on top of the top-tier products available from Greenhulk – from wish-list go-fast goods to OEM replacement parts – you’ve got the Greenhulk Garage – the YouTube Channel where you can find a detailed description and explanation of highlighted products, as well as the knowhow to install, upkeep and get the most from your Greenhulk purchases.

Most recently, the Greenhulk Garage Introduced the GreenHulk Carbon Fiber Air Intake for Supercharged Sea-Doo & Yamaha Watercraft. This 90-degree air intake features a stainless steel mesh filter that sets it above the competition … plus, it just plain looks awesome!

As the video intro says, “We’ve got an affordable intake option coming to market for Sea-Doo and Yamaha supercharged skis. This intake is offering superior quality with its Coast Guard approved stainless steel filter and carbon fiber intake tube. You are not going to find a higher quality intake at this price point.”

To pile on the good news, though, when you’re done absorbing the info from the video, and you click through to the Greenhulk store, you’ll find a sweet deal on both the Carbon Fiber Intake for Sea-Doos and Yamahas, with the intake for all Sea-Doo Supercharged Skis on sale for $225, and the intake for all Yamaha Supercharged Skis also on sale for $225.

With nearly 2,000 views in 30 days, and a slew of positive comments on both the video and the product, its a good bet that, if you’re in the market for an air intake – or even just thinking about it – this video is worth your time.. And while you’re there, you can check out the rest of their how-to video library.

Video: Yukon Bob Opens Up His 2024 Season with the Help of JetX and Ryan Dalli

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May 21, 2024

For those of us in southern locations, spring has already sprung, and many of you may have already knocked the dust off your winterized PWC and taken the steps necessary to get back on the water as the weather warms up. For those in northern climes, or for those who just haven’t had the opportunity to kick off your 2024 riding season yet, Bob Sudeyko of the Yukon Bob YouTube Channel lets us tag along as he opens up his 2024 season with the first post of the season and prepping his Sea-Doo for the summer.

And as a bonus, instead of checking off the oil change and other spring tuneup tasks himself, Bob heads JetX Performance, in Vaughan, ON, Canada to let Ryan Dalli run us through the steps himself, and to talk about things to keep an eye out for when prepping for a new season on the water.

Additionally, we get a chance to take a look at the catch can Bob installed a few years ago to see what, if any, benefit it has provided in the intervening years, and Dalli’s views on the use of a catch can.

Although Dalli recommends an oil change as a fall-time task, as part of the winterization process, for those who didn’t take care of that step back before winter hit, now is the perfect time.

While many times, when we see standard service-oriented videos, it’s a quick run-through – a few minutes to dump in some oil, check a few hose clamps and call it good. But with Bob’s visit with JetX and Dalli, we get nearly 30 minutes of some of the most respected input in the industry on start-of-the-season steps to take with your PWC to make sure your summer starts off right, and without season-ending mechanical surprises.

Video: Safety First – Safe Boating Week Applies to PWCs, Too

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May 20, 2024

Fair warning … this is not your fun, adventurous type article from The Watercraft Journal. It’s not about hole shots, throttle-pinned racing, podium spots or even sanctioning body drama. Nor is this the thrill and fun of PWC fishing, or camping, or exploring.

What it is, apparently, is necessary.

As part of keeping informed on all things PWC, I have several Google alerts set for PWC-related content, and for the last several weeks, really since weather warmed up enough for people to break their PWCs out of winter mothballs, I am seeing stories of tragedies on a daily basis – typically multiple reports daily of fatalities or serious injuries from across the country and throughout the world, all related to PWC use.

In an apropos happenstance, each year the third Saturday in May starts National Safe Boating Week, the kick-off of the annual Safe Boating Campaign. It runs through the following Friday to serve as an important boating safety reminder before the Memorial Day weekend. This year, Safe Boating Week began May 18 and runs through the 24th.

This year, the National Weather Service has partnered with the National Safe Boating Council, a NOAA Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador, to help promote safe boating practices, many of which are applicable to PWC usage. The Council offers a wealth of free resources such as infographics, videos, audio clips, fact sheets, social media and much more.

As stressed by this video from the New Jersey State Police, safe boating rules and guidelines apply equally to PWC owners/riders.

WCJ has also collected the following PWC-specific safety tips, guidelines, tools and reminders.

Please be safe out there, y’all.

The Personal Watercraft Safety Guide from Discover Boating.

PWC information, tips, facts, and safety and etiquette guidelines from Boat US Foundation.

PWC Safety Practices from Boat Ed.

United Marine Underwriters talks about Coast Guard regulations and safety guidelines for PWC, including links to each state’s specific PWC-related regulations.

Nielsen Enterprises promotes safe PWC use.

And the Personal Watercraft Industry Association’s Safety Page.

And a PWC Safety video from Boating Magazine

As well as Sea-Doo’s PWC Water Safety WebPage and PWC Water Safety Course

Unlocking Thrills: RIVA Racing’s Cutting-Edge Stage 1 Kits for 2024 Yamaha 1.9L Models

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May 17, 2024

If you’ve been following our posts for a while now, you will have surely seen some of the reviews our Editor-in-Chief Kevin Shaw has written about the RIVA Performance Kits over the years. Take, for example, his write-up about the 2017 Yamaha EX Waverunner Stage 1 Kit, where he lauds the notable improvements in the throttle’s immediacy and the increased speeds which made riding the EX an experience of “pure, unrefined joy.”

Then there’s his coverage of RIVA’s 2017 Yamaha GP1800 WaveRunner kit where he details the power increase the folks at RIVA Racing managed to provide for an already nearly perfect watercraft. So, when we found out that RIVA was launching two new Stage 1 kits for 2024 Yamaha models, we knew this was top-priority news.

This new RIVA launch features Stage 1 Kits for the 2024 Yamaha GP HO (1.9L) and the 2024 Yamaha FX HO (1.9L), two models which have been lauded among racers and enthusiasts alike for their top performance and plethora of features.

Up first: The GP HO, which Yamaha boasts is the preferred choice for naturally-aspirated performance enthusiasts, and is undoubtedly one of this year’s best-selling performance PWCs. The WaveRunner is known for its brute power and nimble handling, which are granted thanks to the 1,898cc (1.9L) four-cylinder, 16-valve High Output marine engine, which produces 200 horsepower. The model also boasts an overlapping impeller and redesigned intake grate, allowing for quicker acceleration and throttle that gives you total control on the waters.

Next: The FX HO boasts similar power, with added benefits of a 7-inch Connext touchscreen, with new Drive Control options like Economy, Towing, Performance, Comfort, and Custom settings. We posted a more detailed introduction to the line late last year.

With such great reviews, you may be surprised to hear that RIVA was able to upgrade these personal watercraft in some substantial ways – and by only adding three modifications! The biggest asset that these Stage 1 performance kits bring is an increase in top speeds of 5 mph, bringing the watercraft up to 8100 RPM during tests. While we haven’t gotten the chance to try out these upgrades for ourselves, RIVA’s transparency around testing conditions gives us ample reason to believe these boosts make for some tangible differences on the water.

Of the modifications in the package, the Maptuner Nano Bundle from RIVA Racing is perhaps the most significant boost to not just your performance, but your overall watercraft experience. The Nano revolutionizes the tuning experience for watercraft enthusiasts, offering instant plug-in horsepower boosts with an unparalleled level of convenience. It includes all the necessary components in a comprehensive package, allowing you to connect to and reflash both the FX HO and the GP HO’s ECUs conveniently.

By connecting with your smartphone using a Bluetooth connection, you can switch between performance tunes quickly and easily, even allowing an instant return to stock tune whenever you may wish. The bundle prevents you from needing to ship out your PWC for programming and provides the peace of mind of live monitoring and data logging that even lets you read and clear fault codes from your mobile device.

On top of the convenience of the Maptuner Nano Bundle, they install the RIVA Power Filter Kit to override the restrictions of the factory intake system, providing enhanced throttle response and increased top speed. Then there’s the Solas Concord Impeller which they install to provide maximal acceleration and top speed, by increasing the blade area and creating a more efficient hub shape.

Priced at right at $1,500 for either kit, both the kit for the GP HO and the kit for the FX HO are already available to ship now in their entirety, along with a massive selection of performance kits for other Yamaha, Sea-Doo, and Kawasaki Watercraft, so consider checking them out on RIVA Racing’s website to increase your PWC performance beyond what you thought possible, and be sure to stay in touch with the RIVA Racing Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X [commonly known as Twitter to everyone on the planet but Elon Musk -Ed.] accounts.

Video: Jet Tech Hybrid Sunnies/Goggles Back In Stock

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May 16, 2024

The wait is over.

Snazzy looking, super useful, and low-key high-tech, Jet Tech’s Hybrid Sunnies/Goggles are now back in stock.

A cross between fashionable sunglasses and feature-rich on-water protective goggles, Jet Tech’s Hybrids offer the best of both worlds.

The 2-in-1 design Hybrid kit incorporates an industry-first modular design that allows the sunglasses to be easily converted into goggles whilst on the move, giving the rider modular options to suit their particular needs for on-water action. What’s more, the JetT prescription glasses inserts also allow for spectacles to be inserted for those who require further vision support.

Whether you are surfing, fishing or just opening the throttle right up for an accelerated ride, the Hybrids are going to be the reliable solution knowing they have a secure fitment, reduced wind drag behind the lens, and complete sun protection.

Offering a polarized scratch-free black lens with Cat 4 UV400 Protection and a green low-light, scratch-proof lens with CAT 2 UV400 Protection, these lightweight and comfy Hybrids are drop-ball tested for durability.

Each kit purchased includes not only the sunglass/goggle frame, and the two lenses, along with the prescription clip in insert, you get arms and a strap that are interchangeable, a nose pad for comfort and fit, and a quick-attach magnetic windbreaker, a lanyard strap, a magnetic foam pad, and both a hard and soft case. All for $99 – and Jet Tech will even throw in free shipping for Australia, New Zealand and U.S. customers.

With universally-positive customer reviews from customers, like this one from Sam A., who said “Been rocking these shades for nearly three weeks now in all kinds of different conditions. These are the perfect on-water sunnies. I’ve always had issues with either wind getting behind the lenses or uv. Not the hybrids! They tick all the boxes for all different environments. I’m rough on the gear and still haven’t managed to scratch my lenses,” you know you’re making an investment in a solid product that successfully combines looks, quality build, durability and convenience.

And while you’re on the Jet Tech website checking out the Hybrid Sunglasses/Goggles, be sure to catch up on all the deals offered on their site, such as Jet Ski Docking Lines, their in-shore anchor lines, and the Jet Tech Adventure Fish Box.

Take on the Summer in Style with RIVA Racing’s New Apparel

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May 15, 2024

We all know and love the folks over at RIVA Racing for their performance kits, custom builds, and wide array of personal watercraft parts and modifications, but you may have also seen their stylish t-shirts, hats, and accessories while out on the water. Luckily, this year they’re spicing up their offering with a new drop of apparel to help you show off your watersports love, both on and off the water. They’ve released a number of cool new hats and t-shirts just in time for the summer, branded with the RIVA Racing logo in a variety of designs, so that you can help rep the brand that levels up your watercraft fun!

The shirts come in black, white, and gold, featuring eye-catching prints to help you stand out on the water. They are made of 100% cotton, so that you can stay comfortable and cool under the summer sun. Similarly, their branded trucker hats have a mesh webbing in the back to keep your head cool and your face shaded from that brutal UV.

But what truly sets these items apart is their durability. Crafted with high-quality materials, RIVA Racing’s clothing is made to withstand the rigors of an active lifestyle, whether you’re tearing through waves on your jet ski or lounging on the pontoon with your friends. Just like with their top-tier customer service and high-quality products, you can trust RIVA Racing to provide some of the best apparel on the market!

You can find the new line of RIVA Racing apparel at their website, where they’re offering free shipping on all orders over $150 within the continental USA.

Videos: RIVA & Precision EFI Develop Tunable ECU for 2024 Sea-Doo 325

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May 14, 2024

It was only a matter of time before RIVA Racing cracked the code on not only reflashing the ECU of the new 325-horsepower Sea-Doos, but have it ready to be reprogrammed using a Maptuner. Amazingly, that day is today and RIVA Racing is excited to announce that this new Unlocked MG1 ECU is the ECU that the new Sea-Doo should’ve come with from the factory.

The product of the pairing of RIVA Racing and Precision EFI, the new Unlocked MG1 ECU ($1894.95) is fully tunable using RIVA’s Maptuner tuning devices – meaning, no more sending off your factory ECU to be cracked open, monkeyed with, soldered back together and shipped back. Heck, it even comes with its own tuning license.

So now you can plug the MG1 in, plug in your Maptuner Nano and access the entirety of RIVA’s massive tuning library just like any 300 ACE engine. These ECU’s are ready to ship out May 24th so get your orders in right now if you want to get yours as quickly as possible. [And for those certain to ask yes, this will void your factory warranty. It’s for competition use only. –Ed.]

Here’s the original press release from RIVA Racing:
The RIVA Sea-Doo 325 Unlocked MG1 ECU is the “gateway” part to unleashing the full potential of your 325hp supercharged Sea-Doo engine! This direct replacement ECU is ‘Plug-n-Play’ and fully programmable with Maptuner Tuning Devices (sold separately), eliminating the need to ship your ECU out for programming. Includes required Tuning License that gives you access to RIVA’s World Famous Tuning Library along with unmatched technical support.

Features:

Fully programmable with Maptuner Nano (BRP) or Maptuner X Tuning Devices (sold separately).
Enables installation of additional performance upgrades.
Works on all 2024 & newer 325hp Sea-Doo models.
Includes RIVA/Maptuner Tuning License.
Access to our World Famous Tuning Library.
Retain your original ECU.
Unlock technology supplied by Precision EFI

Note: Requires Maptuner Nano (BRP) or Maptuner X Tuning Devices (sold separately) to read your original ECU and then program new unlocked ECU.

FOR COMPETITION USE ONLY. PRODUCT NOT FOR USE ON POLLUTION CONTROLLED VEHICLES.

Kawasaki Unveils Enhanced ‘Build & Price’ Tool

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May 13, 2024