It’s hard to pull the limelight away from the likes of Dustin Farthing and his sons’ racing efforts, but what name you consistently saw in the Top 5 – if not regularly on the podium – was Camden Powell. The lone Kawasaki racer put up a helluva battle all season long, beating back a field of Sea-Doos and Yamahas, finishing third overall in the P1 AquaX Enduro Class aboard his RIVA-equipped Kawasaki Ultra 310X.

Thankfully, much of the season consisted of big surf and rough conditions, giving the Deep-V Ultra a significant edge. Powell’s #44 Ultra charged hard, earning the racer a spot on RIVA’s Pro Team. RIVA Racing’s President, Dave Bamdas told WCJ, “We are excited to have Camden join our team of supported RIVA racers. He’s very fast and represents us professionally on and off the water.”

For those wondering what made Powell’s P1 Ultra 310 so competitive, Bamdas listed the following mods, which included a handful of prototype and one-off components that very well may be made available to the public:
• RIVA/Maptuner ECU Tuning
• RIVA Powerfilter
• RIVA K3 Supercharger Pulley Kit (new product)
• RIVA Wastegate Block-Off Kit
• RIVA 22+ Ultra Ride Plate (prototype)
• RIVA Ultra Sponsons
• Solas KR-CD-14/18 impeller
• RIVA/Idiartec Steering System (new colab part)
• RIVA 30” Pro Bars
• ODI Ruffian 130mm Grips
• RIVA Billet Grip Ends
• RIVA/Jettrim Ultra Seat Cover

Electric surfboards are fairly new on the market and come with a high price tag. 

Electric jetboards are powered by lithium-ion batteries and motorized jetpacks, which aren’t cheap. This is mainly due to the difficulty in procuring the materials, which are often scarce. 

Depending on the brand and model of jetboard purchased, the cost can vary from a low-end board for $2,000, up to $15,000 for a high end jetboard. 

Radinn builds and sells durable, lightweight premium jetboards, which come with a premium price tag – and as they saying goes, you get what you pay for!

These are high performance jetboards that have faster top end speeds, and the longest battery range out of any other boards on the market. 

Radinn Jetboards are built using top-of-the-line materials, and their technology is the best in the business. If you want something that will last you a long time and can progress with you, then Radinn is for you. And, with software and firmware updates, your board becomes “fresh” again.

The Radinn company also offers a great line of accessories as well. Check out the site for more information on how to make waves with Radinn. 

When you invest in a Radinn, you aren’t just buying an electric surfboard, you’re buying an all-in-one lifestyle that integrates your surfing experience pre, during, and post ride. -Radinn

We’re days away from the grand opening of the new Broward Motorsports of Miami store. With an official launch date of October 14th, the new addition to the Broward Motorsports network of dealerships (bringing the total up to seven now), the new Miami store places Broward right in the middle of the South Florida community.

The new store will offer all of the premium brands, including Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Kodiak, Kayo and Segway among others, choosing from motorcycles, ATVs, personal watercraft, and more. Equally, customers can expect an equally top tier service center staffed with certified technicians able to tackle all maintenance, repairs, and upgrades for all major powersports brands.

Read the full press release below:
Broward Motorsports, a leading name in the powersports industry, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its brand-new location in the vibrant heart of Miami. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to serving the South Florida community with top-quality powersports products and exceptional customer service.

The new Broward Motorsports of Miami location is conveniently situated at 6400 W 20^th Ave Hialeah FL 33016 providing easy access to a diverse range of powersports enthusiasts throughout Miami and the surrounding areas. This state-of-the-art facility boasts a spacious showroom, a dedicated service center, and an extensive inventory of the latest powersports vehicles, parts, and accessories.

“We are extremely excited about the opening of our new location in Miami,” said Anthony Bruno, General Manager at Broward Motorsports of Miami. “This expansion is a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering the best powersports products and services to our valued customers. We’re thrilled to become an integral part of the Miami community, catering to the needs of all powersports enthusiasts.”

The new Broward Motorsports of Miami location will offer a wide range of premium brands, including Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Kodiak, Kayo and Segway among others. Customers can explore an extensive selection of motorcycles, ATVs, personal watercraft, and more, all backed by the expertise and passion of Broward Motorsports’ knowledgeable team.

In addition to its extensive inventory, Broward Motorsports of Miami is committed to providing top-notch service and support. The service center features certified technicians who are well-equipped to handle maintenance, repairs, and upgrades for all major powersports brands.

To celebrate the grand opening, Broward Motorsports of Miami will be hosting a special launch event on 10/14/2023 from 11 am to 3 pm.  Attendees can expect exciting activities, exclusive promotions, and a chance to meet with industry experts. It promises to be an event that no powersports enthusiast should miss.

For more information about Broward Motorsports of Miami and the grand opening of the new location, please visit Browardmotorsportsmiami.com or contact Anthony Bruno at 305-557-1311 or [email protected]

We received a press release from Melbourne, Australia’s Arrowvane about BRP and Australia’s Surf Life Saving program. Surf Life Saving has been in the business of saving lives since 1907.

BRP came on the scene in 2009 and helped them to enhance their lifesaving program with an awesome partnership. The company has provided almost $7 million worth of equipment to clubs and branches through grants and other sources.

“Like Surf Life Saving, BRP is constantly challenging itself in the area of innovation, and the new technologies they bring to the beach have a direct positive impact on our ability to protect and save lives,” said SLSA CEO Adam Weir.

Check out the full press release below:
From humble beginnings in 1907, the Surf Life Saving movement in Australia has grown to become an iconic organisation comprising over 190,000 members, all committed to keeping the beach-going public safe. It is now one of the largest volunteer emergency services groups anywhere in the world.

While the original surf lifesavers had little more than their own skill and determination to help those in trouble, Surf Life Saving has continued to move with the times and allow technology to advance its ability to save lives. This has included traditional patrolling from the beach to the use of rescue watercraft, and even our eyes in the sky, the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopters and drones in use today.

Since 2009, Surf Life Saving Australia’s partnership with Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) has made a difference to countless families with their equipment allowing surf lifesavers to save thousands of lives.

Since the partnership commenced, more than $6.9 million worth of equipment has been provided to clubs and branches as well as the state and territory bodies, much of it via the annual BRP Equipment Grants.

Sea-Doo provides Surf Life Saving with a versatile, responsive rescue water craft that has become a key tool in patrolling the vast coastline and responding quickly in times of need to perform rescues in difficult-to-reach locations.

Can-Am Defenders are a reliable, dependable vehicle which allows surf lifesavers to move across the beach with ease and respond to incidents with essential lifesaving equipment.

The partnership with BRP has enabled Surf Life Saving to be better equipped to respond in times of need by ensuring volunteers on the front line have the right equipment to save lives.

“Like Surf Life Saving, BRP is constantly challenging itself in the area of innovation, and the new technologies they bring to the beach have a direct positive impact on our ability to protect and save lives,” said SLSA CEO Adam Weir.

“Surf Life Saving exists to save lives, create great Australians and build better communities, the support of BRP helps us to achieve our mission.

“Powercraft suited to recreation doesn’t always have the durability and functionality to be successfully used to save lives in a coast environment. BRP equipment allows surf lifesavers to be better equipped to respond in times of need, and in doing so, its equipment is a critical part of the iconic surf lifesaving patrols, and used by volunteer surf lifesavers around the country.

With around two-thirds of all rescues taking place outside the red and yellow flags, the importance of agile, fast watercraft is as important as ever to perform rescues, save lives, keep families whole which ensures a safer environment for the beach-going public.

Since officially launching on November 1st, 2013, The Watercraft Journal has risen to become the world’s most read, most referenced and most reliable resource for personal watercraft reviews; industry news; event and racing coverage; and otherwise all things personal watercraft (ie. PWC, jet ski) content. Together with its YouTube channel, WCJ welcomes a staggering 2.4 million enthusiasts annually, pushing this publication’s audience far beyond any industry title past or present.

From its outset, WCJ has been blessed with incredible staffers and contributors who have all brought their unique perspectives, interests and enthusiasm to the world’s only daily digital PWC magazine. These many voices have given the publication a wonderful “seasoning” that has appealed to a variety of readers. WCJ was never about one solitary voice or point-of-view but bringing in dozens upon dozens of voices to share a wider, more encompassing story about the sport and industry we love.

Today, The Watercraft Journal announces the addition of Jessica Waters to the team. Jessica has lent her talents as both a photographer and journalist to WCJ for several years, providing exceptional event coverage, racer interviews and more.

Her passion for the sport and particularly the people within it has been both her greatest asset and the driving force behind her contributions to WCJ (not to mention her skills as an action photographer and professional journalist).

As of today, Jessica’s role will focus primarily on maintaining The Watercraft Journal’s unbroken thread of providing daily articles pertaining to personal watercraft from around the PWC industry and world.

You will continue to see the same degree of content that has made WCJ the industry leader it is today. If you have inquiries pertaining to future event coverage, feature articles or other editorial or advertising opportunities should be sent to [email protected].

In late June of 2023, The Watercraft Journal published a review of Yamaha Motor’s far-reaching “2050 Environmental Plan” wherein the powersports manufacturer laid out of pathway to cutting 65-percent of total emissions produced by its product line by 2030.

Less than a week later, Yamaha Motor Corp. terminated its half-century-old snowmobile line and engine production. A little over a month later, Yamaha’s marine division revealed its new 1.9L High Output engine that included lead-free bearings and plant-based plastics.

While the new engine didn’t report lower fuel consumption rates – just better efficiency – it did bump base horsepower from 180 to 200, which enthusiasts happily accepted. Many expect a supercharged (SVHO) version of the new 1.9L shortly, although rumors of being non-compliant with several states’ emissions standards are swirling.

Nevertheless, Yamaha Motor Group is marching closer towards fulfilling its first primary objectives outlined in the 2050 Environmental Plan. As part of increasing the company’s ESG score (Environmental, Social & Governance), Yamaha’s “Sustainability Committee” just announced its new “Human Rights Policy.”

This announcement (attached below) does little more than parrot the International Covenant on Economic Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR), and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). These are often referred to as “the International Covenants” – as stated in Section 3 of the Yamaha Motor Group Human Rights Policy – stating it upholds the standards for social contracts and global governance of said standards.

As a consumer of a company’s goods it’s important to know where said company is investing its resources; whether for future product development and improvements, or elsewhere. Ultimately, it’s up to the customer themselves to decide what they value most and if a company parallels similar values.

Here’s the original press release:
This is to inform you that Yamaha Motor Group has adopted a “Human Rights Policy” as of March 22, 2023, which is made available by CLICKING HERE.

Our corporate mission is to be a “Kando Creating Company” and one of our management principles is to fulfill social responsibilities globally. In order to realise these missions and responsibilities, Yamaha Motor Group places importance on sustainable social development through business activities based on our corporate philosophy. Respect for human rights is one of the most important issues for this purpose.

In our Sustainability Basic Policy, which is made available by CLICKING HERE, Yamaha Motor Group has committed that we will “respect human rights, will not discriminate, and will not use child labour or carry out forced labour under any form”. In 2017, Yamaha Motor Group signed on to the UN Global Compact advocated by the United Nations and continues to support the principles related to human rights and labour therein.

Our new “Human Rights Policy” further solidifies our commitment towards human rights and sets out various measures that Yamaha Motor Group will implement, including governance, due diligence, grievance system and corrective actions, education and training, reporting and disclosure, and dialogue with stakeholders. To achieve these commitments and goals, we also ask our business partners to understand and support this policy and its activities.

As part of the implementation phase, for example, Yamaha Motor Group may ask for your cooperation in conducting risk assessment and due diligence, corrective actions, training, and other aspects of this policy. This may also include the newly added Human Rights Clause in our business contract. We thank you for your cooperation in advance.

Yamaha Motor Group is committed to upholding this “Human Rights Policy” and its underlying principles, and thank all of our business partners for your shared commitment in this regard.

Yours sincerely,
Yoshihiro Hidaka
Chief Executive Officer
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

Tom Okamoto
Managing Director
Yamaha Motor Australia Pty. Ltd.