Quicksilver & Axis Wake Together on a Lake Near You

Quiksilver (@QuiksilverUSA) is promoting superior wake sport performance and individual expression with their new custom wrapped Axis Wake Research (@AxisWake) A22 wakeboard boat. These two companies have partnered to further their shared objectives of expanding a rider’s skill-set, pride and style regardless of budget. They plan to demonstrate this message by pulling distinctive pro rider Randall “The Vandall” Harris, (@ThisizVandall) behind the industry’s fastest growing value-class big wake boat brand. Next season look to catch a ride with the Quiksilver A22 and The Vandall on the water near you.

Keep up on the latest wake-related Quiksilver news with The Mountain and Wave Blog and check out Quiksilver A22 images on the Axis Wake flickr.com channel.

The Quiksilver/Axis Wake partnership came about the way many great joint ventures do - respected friends suggested the connection. Riding for both Quiksilver and Axis Wake Research, Vandall was informed of Quiksilver’s desire to obtain a performance-centric wakeboard boat that provides a good value. Corey Marotta of Alliance MultiMedia was also aware of Quiksilver’s quest for big wakes and style for a reasonable price. Both suggested the Axis A22 and the rest is history.

“We’re stoked to see these two brands come together and honored to be the conduit. The A22 is one of the best performing values in the wake boat market and with Quiksilver’s reach and brand history, this partnership offers both companies an amazing way to spread each of their messages. And at the center, is Vandall,” explained Marotta.

Adam McCall (@TajMcCall), Managing Director for Axis Wake Research, was excited to associate his new unique wake boat brand with a powerhouse like Quiksilver, but even more intrigued by the similarities in the two companies’ objectives. "Quiksilver and Axis Wake Research share an energy for improving the experiences of the sports we love.” McCall continued, “It's because of this mutual focus, that we look forward to collaborating on many projects within the board sports industry."

As one of the World’s largest boardsport companies, Quiksilver is dedicated to providing the gear that helps riders discover individuality and progress in water sports. Axis Wake Research shares this same commitment while at the same time bringing pride to the entry-level wakeboard boat buyer with big wakes, styling and a low price.

Blake Choate, Quiksilver Wake Team Manager, had this to say about the new Quicksilver/Axis partnership, “I’m super hyped on the partnership between Quiksilver and Axis. Quiksilver being one of the biggest boardsport companies, we were looking to partner up with a boat company with the best value and best wake. Axis was that company. We also share one of the top athletes in wakeboarding, Vandall. This made the marriage of the two companies seamless”.

It is this set of values that Quiksilver plans to demonstrate with Axis A22 and The Vandall on tour next summer. Stay tuned to Quiksilver’s Mountain and Wave Blog for stop dates and details. Or if you can’t wait to test the new Axis A22 wakeboard boat, log on to AxisWake.com and find your nearest dealer for a personal A22 Drive N’ Ride.

Tags: Tags: Axis Wake Research | A22 | Quiksilver | wakeboard boat | wakeboarding | Randall Harris | Vandall | partnership | Quiksilver A22 | Quiksilver wrap | Corey Marotta | Alliance Media | Blake Choate

Quiksilver and Axis A22 at a Lake Near You

Axis Wake Research (@AxisWake) and Quiksilver (@QuiksilverUSA) are bring the new A22 wakeboard boat and Randall "The Vandall" Harris (@ThisizVandall) to a lake near you next season. Read Quiksilver's Moutain Wave Blog post about this new partnership.

Axis Wake Research and Quiksilver are both committed to providing tools for uncovering, expressing and expanding every rider’s personal style. The aim is to foster a sense of individual expression and excitement and with the A22 being Quiksilver’s wake boat of choice, our two brands will be bringing the vibe and Randall "The Vandall" Harris to a lake near you next season.

“I’m super hyped on the partnership between Quiksilver and Axis. Quiksilver being one of the biggest boardsport companies, we were looking to partner up with a boat company with the best value and best wake. Axis was that company. We also share one of the top athletes in wakeboarding, Vandall. This made the marriage of the two companies seamless”. - Blake Choate – Quiksilver Wake Team Manager

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Axis Wakeboard Comp at Lake Hopatcong This Weekend

Axis Wake Research (@AxisWake)is sponsoring a wakeboard competition at Lake Hopatcong State Park in New Jersey this weekend. Ryan Sorensen of Axis Dealer Lake Hopatcong Marine is the man behind this event.

Read more about this event on the DailyRecord.com. Aritlce written by Elllen Wilkowe.

Ryan Sorensen of Lake Hopatcong abides by the philosophy of where there's a will there's a wake — wakeboard, that is.

Come Saturday, Sorenson and 100 other competitive wakeboarders will descend on Hopatcong State Park for the New Jersey Wakeboard Competition to raise adrenaline and funds for the Lake Hopatcong Commission/Lake Hopatcong Alliance.

"Without Lake Hopatcong, the Garden State Wakeoff would not exist so I figured the best thing to do would be to put the money back into the lake," Sorensen said.

Inspired by the boat races held at Hopatcong State Park, Sorensen wanted to bring a wakeboard awakening to the Northeast and provide riders a place to compete. Entry fees are $40 for kids and novices and $50 for more advanced boarders with all proceeds going toward the fundraiser.

Read more about this event on the DailyRecord.com. Aritlce written by Elllen Wilkowe.

Tags: Axis Wake Research | A22 | Lake Hapotcong | wakeboard competition | New Jersey | Axis Dealer | Ryan Sorenson

Axis Wake Towing Collegiate Wakeboard Series

The Axis ( @AxisWake) A22 has been chosen to pull the 2009 Collgiate Wakeboard Series. Axis Wake Research is pulling Wilmington, NC, Atlanta, GA and San Diego, CA stops of the Collegiate Wake Series. These Axis A22s are being provided by Axis Wake Research dealers Pro Marine in North Carolina , Atlanta Inboard in Georgia and Paradise Watersports in California. It's going to be a great series!

The Collegiate Wake Series is another great series created by Empire Wake to bring a new level of wakeboarding center stage. To learn more about the Collegiate Wake Series begining mid-October log on to Facebook and become a fan of the Collegiate Wake Series.

Tags: Axis Wake Research | A22 | Collegiate Wakeboard Series | official tow boat | wakeboard competition | Pro Marine | Atlanta Inboard | Paradise Watersports | college wakeboarding | Empire Wake

Vandall & McCall Invading StokeMeter Friday

Axis Wake's (@AxisWake) Adam McCall (@TajMcCall) and Randall "The Vandall" Harris (@ThisizRandall) coming to you at 9am PST on http://stokemeter.com. Friday, September 25, 2009 stokemeter.com (@stokemeter) will never be the same! The Axis Wake Research boys will be in the house!

The UStream video of Vandall and Adam will be broadcast live at 9am on stokemeter.com. Tune in!

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Axis A22 Pulling Riverfest in October

The Axis Wake Research (@AxisWake) A22 chosen to pull Riverfest in Wilmington, NC for EmpireWake! To register to ride in the wakeboard competition visit EmpireWake.com. Visit the Riverfest Web Site to learn about the events scheduled for downtown Wilimington, NC October 3 & 4, 2009. These events include a rail jam and wakeboarding competition. The wakeboarders competing will ride behind a 2010 Axis Wake Research A22 wakeboard boat provided by North Carolina's Axis Wake Dealer, Pro Marine. See you there!

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New Axis A22 Vandall Edition Package

The new Vandall Edition package from Axis Wake Research contains the options pro rider Randall “The Vandall” Harris runs on his A22 wakeboard boat. From signature Bonez hull graphics to the Plug N’ Play ballast system a Vandall Edition Axis A22 is everything you need to look and perform like a pro without a professional-level price tag.

The Vandall Edition package includes the Bonez wrap and comes complete with every option that Vandall himself chooses to have on his Axis A22. The Vandall package includes the altitude prop, pop up cleats, flip-up driver’s bolster, swivel driver’s seat, the battery isolator switch, the ChillAX seat, docking lights, under-seat lighting with your choice of three color options, a bimini top, a custom cover, swivel wakeboard racks, the new snap-out Tatami Mat, Deck-Trac non-skid pads, an Axis-Sony sound system, the Plug N’ Play Ballast upgrade, the AutoSet Wedge, a depth finder, 2-outlet heater, and a tricked-out BoatMate trailer. This list of options is in addition to the A22’s boatload of standard features and is offered at a discounted price when purchased as a package.

Vandall is known through out the wakeboard industry for his powerful story about an amazing comeback with respect to his career and his life. Vandall is unlike any other pro rider competing today. He has a distinct West Coast style on and off the water; he is shrouded in signature skeleton ink and his big air riding style boarders on insane. Axis Wake Research has captured the spirit of Randall Harris in the new Vandall Edition Package, which is available exclusively on the 2010 Axis A22.

Randall the Vandall Harris was inducted to the Axis Wake family, not for his impressive professional wakeboarding status, but because of his core riding and wakeboard boat ideals. He has always been in search of a ride that is about big wakes and functionality with solid style and a price tag that core riders like he and his friends can afford. This is what brought him to Axis. And this is why he believes the A22, Axis Wake Research, and he are a perfect fit.

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Honoring Axis Wake Research Hero Chad Cooley

Chad Cooley is new to water sports and boating, but he is no stranger to heroics. He probably wouldn't classify himself as a hero, but that is exactly who he is to Axis Wake Research. Chad has served in Iraq/Afghanistan and is currently stationed at Little Rock Air Force Base in Arkansas. He dedicates his talents as a C-130 Flight Engineer Instructor toward grooming students/crews who protect our country with this powerfully versatile aircraft. The C-130 can be used for tasks ranging from troop and medical evacuations to aerial firefighting and without properly trained crews these planes wouldn't get off the ground.

Chad entered the military with dreams of becoming a fighter pilot, but there came a time when he realized that true fulfillment for him and the best service he could offer his country was as a flight engineer instructor. And according to Chad he wouldn't change that decision for the world. He told us excitedly, "I love my job!"

While Chad¹s career is extremely fulfilling for him and we classify him as an Axis Hero, he, like all of us, needs fun time. We all need time with family and friends to forget about work and focus on recreation. Chad is getting his much-deserved share of fun in an all back Tricked-out 2009 Axis A22 wakeboard boat he purchased from our friends at Stuckey and Grimes Xtreme Marine in Cabot, AR.

Chad is new to water sports and boating so we really wanted to know what he likes most about being on the water. When we asked Chad to name his favorite water sport so far, he did not hesitate. "Wakeboarding!" Chad continued, "I used to be a skateboarder when I was younger... I'm learning fast!"

Chad and his son Erik agree, "The lake is a great place to be when you live in Arkansas!" They have been spending a ton of time there this summer learning to wakeboard, hanging out with friends and getting the kind of rest and relaxation all heroes deserve.

One of the last things Chad described was his proudest military moment. His statement was simple, but the image it creates should make us all proud. "My proudest moment was all the people cheering for us at the airport when we arrived home from Iraq." We at Axis Wake Research, wish you that kind of pride and honor everyday, Chad. Thank you for your service!

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