Spending a day out on your Sea-Doo is always a blast, but if you’re wanting an exciting way to change up your watercraft bliss this summer, look no further than Sea-Doo’s line of towable inflatables!

Picture it: a day out on the water with friends or family, riding close to the water while the wind whips through your hair… It doesn’t get any better than that.

Sea-Doo has a wide array of towable tubes, fitting as many as three riders, so that the whole family, from the kids to the grandparents, can join in on the fun. What’s more, models vary from sit-in models, for those looking for a more comfortable ride, to the classic deck tubes which let you get low-down to the water and really feel the centrifugal force.

For example, their “Three-Person Sit-On-Top Tube” measures in at 79″ x 88” and has premium features like a supportive backrest, a chafe-free neoprene sitting area, an d knuckle-guard-equipped soft foam handles which allow for a luxury trip out on the water. On the other hand, the “Two-Person Deck Tube” (69″ x 72″) boasts a flat surface and low profile to keep you rushing across the surface of the water, mere inches from the spray. They also offer tube ropes which can handle loads of up to 4,100 pounds.

The Sea-Doo towables are made to last, with robust PVC bladders, durable nylon covers, and double webbing foam handles to ensure that you’ll have a blast year after year! So, if you’re looking to get your hands on one of these delights, check out their full line of inflatables and towables at the Sea-Doo website.

The band is about to snap on the 2024 SBT P1 AquaX race season, and even now, racers from around the world are beginning to head to iconic Daytona Beach for the first stop in the six-venue series that promises the speed, adrenaline and competitiveness that has become synonyms with the AquaX brand, but as the saying goes, Wait, There’s More!

Lining up with some of the best racers in the world at the SBT P1 AquaX Daytona Beach Grand Prix on April 19-22 will be Five Monster Energy athletes from other extreme sports, who will compete in AquaX racing for the first time as part of the AquaX Celebrity Challenge, presented by Monster Energy and Yamaha. 

Staged in front of the Daytona Beach Hard Rock Hotel, the enduro race format will feature 35 amateur and 30 pro racers from the United States, Italy, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Columbia, all competing for a spot on the podium.  All the racing action will take place on Saturday, April 20, and on Sunday, April 21, from 10 am – 4 pm and is free to the general public.

Monster Energy will be onsite offering free samplings and Yamaha will also have their demo truck on display. 

Read the full press release from P1 AquaX below:

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., –  April 9, 2024 – P1 AquaX USA is returning to Daytona Beach for its season-opening event on April 19-22. The SBT P1 Aqua X Daytona Beach Grand Prix will take place in the beautiful waters of the Atlantic Ocean located in front of the Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach.

 This race marks the first stop in the six-venue series for 2024 that will also include events in Indiana and competitions on Florida’s Gulf Coast and Central Florida.  New to the event this year is the AquaX Celebrity Challenge, presented by Monster Energy and Yamaha.  Five Monster Energy athletes from other extreme sports will compete in AquaX racing for the first time. 

Daytona Beach has hosted a P1 AquaX USA event every year dating back to the inaugural event of the series in the United States in 2013.  “P1 AquaX USA events have been a fixture in Daytona Beach and we’re looking forward to welcoming them back in 2024,” said Brandon Little, Sports Business Development Manager for the Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. “We anticipate an exciting competition and adding another chapter in the storied racing history on the World’s Most Famous Beach. We hope the competitors and all attendees have a wonderful experience in the Daytona Beach area and enjoy all the activities and attractions that the destination has to offer.”

“We love racing in Daytona Beach, and we are very excited to be coming back this year as our season opener,” said Michelle Petro, P1 USA Director of Operations.  “Daytona is such an iconic beach, rich in race history and the water always presents a challenge for our racers. It is an AquaX favorite venue, and we would like to thank the City of Daytona Beach and the Daytona Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau for the support and warm welcome back. April 20 & 21 is going to be an exciting weekend!

This year’s enduro racing format will feature 35 amateur and 30 pro racers all competing for a spot on the podium from the United States, Italy, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Columbia.  All the racing action will take place on Saturday, April 20, and on Sunday, April 21, from 10 am – 4 pm and is free to the general public.  Monster Energy will be onsite offering free samplings and Yamaha will also have their demo truck on display for the public to enjoy.

For updates and more information visit: https://p1aquax.com/About the Daytona Beach Area | #LoveDaytonaBeach

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If you caught our recent piece about financing a jet ski, you know the difficulties that can be involved with figuring out the best way to pay for a new PWC. 

Luckily, the good folks over at Yamaha have just announced a promotion that will make it a whole lot easier to get your hands on a top-of-the-line watercraft this spring! 

The “Yamaha WaveRunners Perfect Choice Event” is making PWC purchasing more accessible than ever by offering not only great pricing on a wide array of Yamaha Waverunner models, but a reduced interest rate and free warranty coverage as well.

The main draw of the Yamaha sales event is their offer of reduced APR for their jet ski financing options. For example, they’re offering introductory 4.99% APR financing for the first 36 months, at which point it would raise to 15.99%. If you’d rather take the no down payment route, they’re offering a no payment for 90 days financing route, which only goes up to 10.99% APR for an 84-month period. Another option is to go with a straight 6.99% APR for 60 months.

Along with these helpful APR options, they’re throwing in a free 2-year “Genuine Yamaha Coverage” warranty on any model from the 2024 line.

If, however, you’d rather save even more still, you can opt for a $500 discount on their non-current models. Any way you cut it, these deals give you the opportunity to get your hands on some high-quality watercraft at a fraction of the normal price!

Check out the options for financing your Yamaha Waverunner while this Spring Sale lasts!

For those paying attention, it will feel a little bit like Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA just appointed a new president, but that was just a little less than five years ago. Then president Eigo Konya guided Kawasaki through a global pandemic,which happened to see some of the highest sales in powersports in the last 15 years resulting in the company achieving record retail sales. With this recent announcement, Mr. Konya will return to Kawasaki Motors, LTD. in Japan.

This positions 30-year Kawasaki veteran Naoki Kawaguchi to take the helm as President of Kawasaki’s USA operations. Coming from a successful stint as the Executive Vice President, 4-Wheel Business, Kawaguchi steps into the role immediately, and looks to further expand Kawasaki’s foothold in the motorcycle, side-by-side and watercraft marketplaces.

Here’s the original press release from Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA:
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. welcomes Naoki Kawaguchi to the role of President effective immediately. Mr. Kawaguchi has a long history with Kawasaki most recently serving as the Executive Vice President, 4-Wheel Business at Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. where he oversaw continued sales growth and the highly successful launches of both the Kawasaki Teryx KRX®4 1000 and Kawasaki RIDGE® side x side vehicles.

Mr. Kawaguchi started with Kawasaki 30 years ago as an engineer and has built a diverse background in a variety of roles including Vice President (Factory Manager) at Kawasaki Motors Enterprise Co., LTD in Thailand, various roles within Marketing & Sales as well as Business Planning divisions with Kawasaki Motors, LTD in Japan, and President of Kawasaki Motores do Brazil Ltda. all prior to coming to the United States in 2022.

After leading Kawasaki’s U.S. operations through a global pandemic and helping the company achieve record retail sales, Mr. Eigo Konya will return to Kawasaki Motors, LTD. in Japan where he will serve as Deputy General Manager of Sales & Marketing, Senior Manager of Sales Planning Division, and Manager of Accessories Section.

“This is a very exciting time for Kawasaki,” said Mr. Kawaguchi. “My time dedicated to growing our 4-wheel business culminated with the successful launch of the Kawasaki RIDGE and we have big goals to continue to grow our side x side business along with building on our successful 2-wheel and Jet Ski® heritage. Kawasaki is fortunate to have the best dealer network in the industry and the future is looking very bright.”

If you’ve ever struggled with getting your PWC on and off a pontoon smoothly, you might have wondered what exactly you’re doing wrong. Smoothly executing the transition can require a level of finesse that can seem daunting to beginners, and doing it correctly isn’t just important for looking cool – it’s necessary for yours and your watercraft’s safety. That’s where Jet Tech’s guide to pontoon maneuvering comes in.

Before revving up your engine, consider a few key factors that could affect your strategy. Your weight and the model of the jet ski, as well as conditions such as the presence of currents or other watercraft nearby can all play a role in determining the effort and technique needed, so plan accordingly and take all necessary precautions before attempting this for the first time. 

As detailed in the video, there are a few important steps for putting your jet ski into the water. Firstly, ensure it starts smoothly and that the drain bung is securely in place. Start the jet ski while it’s still on the pontoon, then gently push it back towards the water’s edge, maintaining control without letting it plunge in fully. Once it’s in position, mount the jet ski and clip in, using your body weight to assist in thrusting it backward as you navigate off the pontoon.

As for getting back onto the pontoon, the most important thing is to take it slow. Approach the pontoon from the water, guiding the nose of the jet ski gently onto the platform. With a light acceleration, coax the jet ski onto the pontoon until it’s fully secured. Then power down the engine and prepare for your next adventure.

Mastering the art of getting on and off a pontoon with your jet ski is all about technique and safety. For a visual guide and a comprehensive walkthrough of the process, check out Jet Tech’s YouTube video. With their expert tips, you’ll be navigating pontoon life like a pro in no time.

Few companies have proven their mettle when it comes to troubleshooting, problem solving and offering proven positive results for Kawasaki JetSki owners than Kawi Performance. Within the past dozen years, Steve Ciervo and his team have made huge gains in improving the longevity of these machines – not to mention increasing horsepower, sharpening throttle response and much, much more.

Wanting to demonstrate Kawi Performance’s prowess, Ciervo took to YouTube to announce their latest – and likeliest most ambitious – project yet: a 310-horsepower Ultra-powered base model STX 160. Purchased as a bare shell, the powertrain, fuel system and complete digital engine control system was pilfered for a aluminum mini jet boat, allowing Ciervo to pick up the hollowed JetSki for a song.

Interestingly, Kawi Performance will not be gutting a 2014-and-up Ultra 310, but will start using a previous generation’s 300 motor. Ciervo stated that the 300 will be completely overhauled, fitted with forged internals and updated to match the current 310’s output (if not a tickle more). Below we’ve inserted the first video, but make sure to subscribe as Kawi Performance seeks to update the series weekly.