Bombardier Recreational Products, or BRP, Inc. added more hardware to their trophy shelf earlier this month as the Sea-Doo parent company added two more industry awards.

The Sea-Doo Explorer Pro was awarded both the 2023 Good Design Award Japan and the 2023 Good Design Award Australia. 

“The Sea-Doo Explorer Pro is a personal watercraft (PWC) designed specifically for people seeking adventure and discovery on the water. It is the most adventure ready, out-of-the-box PWC,” stated the BRP press release announcing the awards. “The design team focused on ergonomics, protection from the elements, storage and efficiency on board.”

BRP, Inc. also won the 2023 Good Design Award Australia for the Quintrex Freestyler X, the company’s family leisure/fishing crossover boat. 

This year’s Good Design awards are far from a freshman experience for the company, as BRP, Inc has amassed more than 60 design awards. 

The 2022 Sea-Doo FishPro Trophy was the winner of a Good Design Australia and a Good Design Japan award, and in May of this year, the company’s design and innovation expertise was recognized with four new Red Dot Awards, including one for the Sea-Doo Explorer. 

BRP Inc. announced the Red Dot Award for the Explorer by saying that the vessel is the “first watercraft designed specifically for people seeking adventure and discovery on the water,” adding that the “design team focused on ergonomics, protection from the elements, storage and efficiency on board. The removable windshield, an industry first, and the bumper add a touch of originality to the boat’s traditional look and functionality.

BRP Inc started off the decade with a ​​2020 Good Design USA win for the Sea-Doo GTI 

See below to read the full press release from BRP:

Valcourt, Quebec, November 1, 2023 – BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO; NASDAQ:DOOO), a global leader in the world of powersports and marine products, is riding a wave of recognition as it sees two of its watercrafts receive coveted awards from Good Design Awards contests. The personal watercraft Sea-Doo Explorer Pro and the Quintrex Freestyler X boat are both recipients of this prestigious award,  a testimonial to BRP’s commitment to ingenuity and excellence in its designs, to ensure the very best experience for riders. These latest honors bring BRP’s impressive collection to more than 165 design awards.

Denys Lapointe, BRP’s Chief Design Officer, was in Tokyo to receive the Good Design Awards Japan: “Our design teams in Canada, the United States and Europe are inspired by nature and motivated by a desire to enable exploration and discovery. In the past few years, we have been driven to design crafts that democratize access to recreational activities, allowing a wider range of people to discover or rediscover nature near and far, maximizing their time and enjoyment with family and friends.”

About our award-winning products

Sea-Doo Explorer Pro – winner of both Good Design Awards Japan and Australia: The Sea-Doo Explorer Pro is a personal watercraft (PWC) designed specifically for people seeking adventure and discovery on the water. It is the most adventure ready, out-of-the-box PWC. The design team focused on ergonomics, protection from the elements, storage and efficiency on board. The PWC’s traditional look and functionality have been updated and the padded seat, knee pads and adjustable handlebars allow adventurers unparalleled comfort and a pleasant ride in a variety of positions. Also, adventure seekers can ride as a multi-day, self contained exploration package with its massive storage capabilities, fuel efficient load hauling power, and unmatched stability.

Quintrex Freestyler X – winner of the Good Design Awards Australia: The Quintrex Freestyler X was designed for boaters of all experience levels at a more accessible price, and is a case study in optimization, technology and expression. Its holistic design, derived from BRP’s proprietary Stretch forming aluminum transformation process, provides a distinctive look and feel. Ergonomics were improved from bow to stern with special attention paid to the helm. With its revolutionary and paradigm-shifting design, the Rotax S engine is positioned horizontally, tucked away out-of-sight of boaters, opening the stern and giving boaters an additional 2.75 m2 of usable recreation space on deck and a 360-degree line of sight around the boat. The Freestyler X’s safety and environmental pedigrees give family peace-of-mind, while allowing them to adventure together.

Good Design Awards Japan is the only comprehensive design evaluation and promotion mechanism in Japan. Together with G Mark, it has been recognized by design experts and the general public in Japan for more than 60 years, and has continued its activities to make people’s lives and society better through design.

The Good Design Awards Australia showcase the very best in design and innovation to a worldwide audience. Originally established in 1958 under the banner of the Industrial Design Council of Australia, the Awards have been setting the international standard for good design for more than six decades.

Those of you already getting set to do your Christmas Shopping may be jumping the gun a bit – after all, it isn’t even Thanksgiving yet. But at Broward Motorsports of Ft. Lauderdale, all that means is, it’s time to be thankful for some early Christmas shopping deals.

The flagship BMS Store has tapped five personal watercraft models for their current Managers Special promotion, ranging from rec-ride comfort to outdoor utility to speed and agility. 

Taking from the Broward Motorsports of Ft. Lauderdale website, here is their rundown of the current personal watercraft Manager Specials: 

First up is the 2022 Sea-Doo Fish Pro™ Scout 130 that not only serves as a base of operations for some pretty impressive “on that got away” tales, but is versatile enough to be a part of any family outdoor adventure. The 130 HP Fish Pro platform offers a lower center of gravity for stability and confidence whether at speed, or standing still – perfect for fishing, either seated or standing. The FishPro Scout 130 comes with abundant cargo room, Garmin navigation and fish finder, iDF Intelligent Debris-Free Pump System, a cooler, rod holders and trolling modes and more; and yet, the FishPro Scout 130 is lightweight and ultra-responsive – all for $13,899. Learn more about the 2022 Sea-Doo Fish Pro Scout 130

Next on the list is a 2022 Sea-Doo GTI™ SE 130 iBR, iDF with Audio. The GTI SE is where family fun goes bigger and better with more comfort and convenience. Standard features include boarding ladder, touring seat, variable trim and an optional 100 watts of Bluetooth premium audio, plus the convenience of the Industry’s first and most intuitive on-water brake and reverse, and at a cut price of $12,299 

The 2022 Sea-Doo GTX 300 iBR with Audio, next on the BMS Ft. Lauderdale Manager’s List, was created to be the perfect blend of comfort, performance and just a bit of swagger. Whether you’re cruising the waves offshore, anchored out in a cove or simply boarding from the side, the wider hull offers industry-leading stability thanks to a low center of gravity, and the model featured the largest swim platform of the industry in the model year, for $16,899.

Then we have a 2022 Sea-Doo RXP®-X® 300 iBR & Audio Millenium for $17,299, marketed as re-establishing the entire high-performance watercraft segment with breathtaking acceleration, uncompromised high-speed handling and an “it” factor that sets it apart from all others on the water.  Supercharged with an external intercooler, the Advanced Combustion Efficiency (ACE) technology delivers high efficiency and factory-produced acceleration from 0-50 mph in less than 3 seconds.

Last, but definitely not least on the BMW Ft. Lauderdale Manager’s Special, is a 2022 Sea-Doo Wake™ 170 iBR, marketed as the easiest way to enjoy tow sports, whether it’s board, ski or skate, with three exclusive features including the retractable LinQ ski pylon, ski mode, and wakeboard rack.The Manager’s Special price on this one is $12,499. 

Visit the Fort Lauderdale Broward Motorsports store on Sunrise Boulevard, or online at browardmotorsportsftlauderdale.com, to learn more about these Manager Special watercraft deal, as well as Manager Special offers on motorcycles, scooters, utility vehicles and ATVs.

Farthing Racing may be focused on Thailand right now, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t getting a head start on the 2024 race season.

In a recent post on his personal Facebook page, Dustin Farthing announced Farthing Racing’s continued partnership with Yamaha, saying that the team would be the factory Yamaha race team for 2024.

“We are excited to announce our partnership with @yamahboating for 2024,” Dustin announced, adding, “This upcoming season, we will compete aboard the 2024 Yamaha FX SVHO, GP 1800R and SuperJet while expanding into new classes and additional race series.”

Dustin also mentioned, in his Facebook post, that the team may be taking part in some rec ride events in 2024. 

While the post carried the feel of an official announcement, Dustin had already let the news slip about the team’s continued, and expanded, relationship with Yamaha when he spent more than an hour chatting with WCJ Editor-in-Chief, Kevin Shaw on The Watercraft Journal IRL podcast last month. 

“Yamaha was my first OEM manufacturer sponsor in 1992, and they are now Deven and Talan’s first OEM sponsor as well,” Dustin said during the podcast. “We wanted to build that partnership and Yamaha was on board to do that as well.” 

In addition to the relationship between Yamaha and Farthing Racing on the racetrack, the two have also partnered in the Farthing Racing YouTube Series, with the channel serving as a marketing branch for Yamaha. 

Check out the full The Watercraft Journal IRL podcast with guest Dustin Farthing attached below:

If you’re looking to get into off-road terrestrial action, RIVA Motorsports Miami has some deals for you! They have the 2022 Polaris RZR XP 4 1000 High Lifter marked way down. It is priced at $24,988, which is $6,500 off the regular price. These can be purchased with $5,000 down at 10.99% APR for 84 months. 

These things are cool, and the Manager’s Special deal includes a roof, half windshield and cooler, so you can get out there and be somewhat protected when you’re slinging mud. This ride has a 15” ground clearance to let you power through ruts. The Polaris RZR is available in a bad-ass red and black, with a heavy-duty winch on the front and powered by a 999cc 4-stroke DOHC Twin Cylinder engine. 

If you prefer even more power, the 2023 Polaris RZR Pro XP 4 Ultimate is in stock and priced at $34,988. That is a savings of $4,200. It comes with mirrors, a roof, and windshield. It is billed as Polaris’s most versatile 64” RZR with its ability to take on just about anything you throw at it. The RZR Pro XP 4 is equipped with a 4-stroke 925cc twin cylinder turbocharged engine. 

RIVA Motorsports Miami has several models of the 2023 Can-Am Defender’s in stock and on special as well. These vehicles are built to be workhorses on or off the job. A cool feature on them is the LinQ Storage System, which gives you the ability to add more tools and cargo. They also have a nice HVAC system so you can cruise in comfort. 

Check out these specials and more online or in the RIVA Motorsports shop!

The WPG#1 Waterjet World Cup, set to kick off on December 12 at Jomtein Beach, Pattaya City, Thailand, will feature racing in 25 classes, five of which are Junior Classes.

Last week, WPG#1 World Cup officials released an official announcement regarding age regulations for the Junior classes. For all five of the junior classes, the date upon which age is based will be the opening day of the World Cup, December 12. 

According to the announcement, the age regulations are as follows:

For category/class #21 – Junior 14-15 Ski 4-Stroke Lites

1. Concerning the accumulated points system of WGP#1 Waterjet World Series tournament, the rider who has raced in this category since Round One in Poland and is not older than 15 years and 364 days can compete in this category of  WGP#1 Waterjet World Cup to collect the points.
2. For the rider who would like to race in this category at WGP#1 WaterJet World Cup, he/she must be (at least) 14 years old and not older than 15 years and 364 days. The age calculation will use the starting date of the tournament, which is December 12, 2023.

For category/class #22-25, Junior 1-lap slalom number 22 to number 25 Junior one lap slalom categories 

1. For the rider who would like to race in categories 22-25 at WGP#1 WaterJet World Cup, he/she must be (at least) 8 years old and not older than 13 years and 364 days. The age calculation will use the starting date of the tournament, which is December 12, 2023. 

Categories #22-25 are as follows:
#22 – Junior 1-Lap Slalom 8-13 Ski 1100 Standard
#23 – Junior 1-Lap Slalom 8-13 Women’s Ski 1100 Standard
#24 – Junior 1-Lap Slalom 8-13 Spark Standard
#25 – Junior 1-Lap Slalom 8-13 Women’s Spark Standard

It is noted in the category/class roster, that, for Junior 14-15 classes, all riders must pass the consideration of qualifications. The organizer reserves all the right to reject any application from the riders who are considered not having enough race experience or without sufficient information. 

WGP#1 Waterjet World CupWorld Cup officials also released the World Rankings in the Series for all 25 classes, According the World Rankings released by the Jet Ski World Cup Grand Prix on October 16, as of the end of the first three rounds of the series, and headed into the 4th and final Grand Prix in Thailand.

After the completion of 3 rounds of the 4-round series, the leaders each Category in WGP#1 (Pro/Pro-Am) are:

• Pro Ski Grand Prix: #1 Jeremy Poret (France); #2 Quinten Bossche (Belgium) ; #3 Mickael Poret (France)
• Pro Sport GP: #1 Simon Belcher (UK); #2 James Bushell (UK); #3 Talan Farthing (USA)
• Pro Runabout 1100 Open: #1 Louie Buhisan (Phillipines); #2 Kasidlt Teeraprateep (Thailand); #3 Oumouet Saly (Cambodia)
• Pro Runabout Grand Prix: #1 Mohammed Albaaz (Kuwait); #2 Mohammed Burbayea (Kuwait); #3 Jeremy Perez (France)
• Pro Am Endurance Open: #1 Jean-Bruno Pastorello (France); #2 Tory Snyder (USA); #3 Mickael Le Gall (France)
• Pro-AmGrand Prix: Women Ski:  #1 Jasmlin Ypraus (Estonia); #2 River Varner (USA); #3 Emma-Nellie Ordendahl (Sweden)
• Pro-Am Ski Stock: #1 Mattias Reinaas (Estonia); #2 Emma-Neliie Ortendahl (Sweden); #3 Salem Al Mutawa (Kuwait)
• Pro-Am Ski 4-Stroke Lites: #1 Mattias Reinaas (Estonia); #2 Lauri Ander-Hubert (Estonia); #3 Deven Farthing (USA)
• Pro-Am Ski 2-Stroke Lites: #1 Mattias Reinaas (Estonia); #2 Berny Gueniau (France): #3 Jonathan Renier (Belgium)
• Pro-Am Runabout Stock: #1 Waleed Alsharshani (Qatar); #2 Linus Lindberg (Sweden); #3 Tory Snyder (USA)
• Pro-Am Runabout Superstock: #1 Lunus Lindburg (Sweden): #2 Khalid Almohannadi (Qatar) #3 Zsolt Cseke (Hungary) 

For Category/Class #21 – Junior 14-15 Ski 4-Stroke Lites –  #1 Sam Wilson (UK); #2 Salf Alshuwaihi (UAE); #3 Nattanan Keenapan (Thailand)

(Rankings provided by WPG#1 Waterjet World Cup website)

The 2023 Sea-Doo GTX Limited 300 in Metallic Sage is on the RIVA Motorsports Miami featured inventory list. This machine is in stock and can be yours for 20% down and $405 a month with your excellent credit. The payment is based on 10.99% APR for 60 months. You can trade in your old watercraft as well. 

The GTX Limited 300 is powered by 300 supercharged Rotax horsepower. This watercraft will move! It is loaded with tech features that keep you connected. The full color 7.8-inch display is easy to read, and when integrated with BRP Connect, you have access to music, weather, navigation, and much more. 

The ST3 Hull will keep you stable and upright in rough water; it also provides room for you to move around on deck. Take a break and chill and the large swim platform or add accessories with the LinQ setup. 

If the Sea-Doo GTX Limited 300 isn’t for you and you’re looking for a better deal, check out the clearance inventory at RIVA Motorsports Miami. They have the 2022 Sea-Doo RXP-X 300 iBR & Audio in Premium Triple Black and Millennium Yellow. Both are loaded with features and the millennium yellow one can be yours for 20% down, $327 a month for 60 months with 4.99 APR. The premium triple black is available for $180 a month at 4.99% APR for 60 months with 20% down. 

The 2022 Sea-Doo Spark Trixx are available in 2-up and 3-up models. 

For all the Yamaha riders, the 2023 GP1800 R SVHO with Audio are available for $17,299, giving you a savings of $1,311. The 2023 Yamaha WaveRunners FX Cruiser SVHO with sound, comes in at $19,399. That is a savings of $1,411 off the retail price. 

Check out the RIVA Motorsports Miami website for more deals and other powersports vehicles. They have a large selection of vehicles for land and sea. 

Creating memories that last forever, exploring places few have seen before, going the extra mile to experience the unique, the rare…the next-to-impossible.

That’s what adventure is about, and for photographer and adventurer Chris Burkard, it is a key part of both his profession, and his personality. 

And for his latest adventure, Sea-Doo was an integral part of each of those components.

Burkard, and friend and fellow photographer Elli Thor Magnusson, had a goal in mind – to explore areas of Iceland that logistics, physics, and mother nature made tricky to visit … unless you had the right vehicle.

For Burkard and Magnusson, Sea-Doo provided exactly that – the solution to the extremely shallow reef passes and the highest tides in Iceland that mark West Iceland’s remote, beautiful, and for many – impossible to reach islands, inlets and hidden coastlines of Breidafjordur Bay near Stykkishólmur.

“You have these super shallow reef passes that go between Islands in Iceland, and when you pair that with the biggest tides in Iceland, you know, meters and meters and meters, it can be really complex. Utilizing something that’s got the ability to kind of peak around and sneak around this unique area is something you really couldn’t do with any other type of vehicle but the Sea-Doo,” Burkard explains in this Sea-Doo Adventure video of his exploration of some of  West Iceland’s most inaccessible, and most beautiful landscapes. 

With some navigational advice from local fisherman, sailor and captain Kristjan Lar Gunnarsson, Burkard takes advantage of the SeaDoo Explorer Pro’s stability, technology, storage, range and maneuverability to check one more “once-in-a-lifetime” adventure off of his bucket list. 

“So the beauty of an experience like this is, this really comes down to the self-sufficiency. I mean, for me, the thing that is really so exciting about any type of experience or adventure is not having to rely on a support vehicle or some big infrastructure,” Burkard says.

“Being able to just open up the hatch – my camera gear, my drone, everything I need is right there. Food’s in the back, I’ve got all the gear I need, extra fuel, fishing rods. You could be off the grid for a couple days.”

Visit the Sea-Doo Life: Adventure playlist to get inspired for your own next Sea-Doo adventure, and be sure to check out the Sea-Doo YouTube channel or search for #SeaDooLife for an extended selection of Sea-Doo how-too videos and feature clips on each of the vessels in Sea-Doo’ lineup.