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Fountain Valley, CA – December 5, 2011 – Team owner and longtime YAMAHA Factory sponsored PWC racer, Mike Follmer revealed today that he has been honored with a picture and bio for the month of October in the prestigious annual calendar for NGK Spark Plug Corporation. Every year, NGK Spark Plugs produces a special calendar that features twelve of the top racers in a variety of categories that use NGK Spark Plugs in their vehicles. The U.S. division of NGK Spark Plugs, located in Wixom, Michigan, has long been a supporter of racing in the hundreds of different types of vehicles and thousands of racers around the country that use their spark plugs. Because there are so many different types of racing to choose from, narrowing the field down to twelve, or one per month, is a major task, but then selecting just one racer from the hundreds or thousands in each class is truly a daunting task. “I am deeply honored to have been selected to appear in the 2012 NGK Spark Plug calendar because I have been an admirer of the calendar since I was a youngster growing up,” said Mike Follmer. The October photograph features a full color picture of Follmer aboard his YAMAHA R&D Team Follmer supercharged FZR Wave Runner along with a head shot of Mike and a short biography of some of his many accomplishments. “To be included in the same calendar with the likes of Broc Tickle, AMA Supercross Champion; Gary Moyle, 2 time World Champion Snow Mobiler; Ed & Shawn Smith, 3 time Offshore Powerboat Association Class Champions; Duane Shields, Top Alcohol Dragster Champion; and Tom Meents, Monster Jam Champion is a real honor for me,” Follmer said.

Recently we had the opportunity to test three R&D parts specifically designed to enhance the overall performance of Ultra 300X. Initially we tested and made two speed runs of a Kawasaki Ultra 300X and we recorded a top speed of 67.8mph at 7.750rpm (on GPS) although the impeller had a mild damage as well as the one static vein of the pump. Then we replaced the stock ride plate, intake grate with the new R&D ones and additionally we fit an R&D Speed-up module. When we tested the craft we recorded consistently a top speed of 72.7mph at 8.280rpm half an hour after we tested the complete stock craft. The R&D equipped Ultra 300X was faster in acceleration and clocked always 72.7mph at 8.280rpm consistently without keeping the throttle wide open for long time. It is amazing what you can do with a few good bolt-on parts in the first place nowadays. The particular test would have been able to be performed without the valuable help and support of Champions store in Athens, Greece and the cooperation of R&D USA.

Jettribe has designed two different types of leg protectors, one for stand-up riders and one for Runabout riders. The particular ones-JTG 11418- are specifically designed for Runabout racers. They are light weight due to the neoprene and air mesh materials. Also they feature built-in water drain holes to keep water from logging it down. The Reactive Leg Shield front and side impact panels are made of five layers of energy dissipating materials and two honeycomb polycarbonate sheets. Additionally, their construction includes EVA high density energy absorbing foam and all materials are wrapped in 1680D Ballistic nylon. You put them on by adjusting the two main straps around your leg in such a way in order to secure them in the right place without being too tight. You do the same thing on the upper strap which wraps around above the knee. This, third strap should be adjusted a little bit looser according to the rider’s needs so it will not get tighter when the knee is fully bent. During riding or practicing those Jettribe leg protectors do not move around your leg. They remain in their initial position and practically you do not feel them at all. We tested them over two months while practicing or testing Runabouts and we have been impressed with their unique design, fit and comfort. For $89.99 it is a “money well spent” option for any racer.

John Dady, owner of Blowsion is a close friend to British rider Jordan Fielder who made his supereb World Finals debut back in 2004. Fielder had not managed to find a decent sponsorship and he left the sport. Though he made a come back to Blowsion Surf Slam and this year he competed in Pro Stock class on an SX-R that was specifically prepared by Blowsion. John gave us the opportunity to make an exclusive photo shoot of Fielder’s SX-R along with model Danielle. The particular race craft is for sale under a special price. Click the attachment sign to view the spec list. For more info contact Blowsion.

The particular billet aluminum foot pegs are designed for the brand new Sea-Doo RX-X. These are custom made to fit the exact dimensions of the original rubber ones. They are made out of billet aluminum and they have been anodised for obvious reasons. If you want to give a “Factory Look” to your new Sea-Doo Riva has the solution.

Developed and designed in conjunction with the Kommander himself Steve Webster as a Blowsion exclusive offering, our new 2012 one-piece Yamaha Billet Aluminum/CNC Performance cylinder head kit gives you the best of both worlds with excellent horsepower gains, better cooling capacity and a price that is easy on the wallet. These state-of-the-art heads use the same replaceable domes of our popular 2-piece girdled Yamaha heads and utilize an improved squish band design for easy tuning and more compression for pump gas friendly horsepower. Up to 70% better cooling, increased reliability and CAD designed combustion chambers ensure maximum performance and long engine life. Girdle kit available for those looking for maximum cylinder support. Domes sold seperately. Head includes all hardware needed for installation. Please note that domes are sold seperately. Available from Blowsion at $189.95 in four colors (green, blue, red and grey).

Gary Hart, owner of Jettrim is well known not only for his passion for Jet Ski watercrafts but his passion for collecting things. He used to collect Nascar replica miniature cars therefore, we do not found it peculiar when he told us that Jettrim handcrafted the seat of Nascar star Kyle Busch. We have seen in the past Jettrim’s office chairs and seat covers for Side by Side vehicles and to be honest the overall craftsmanship and finish is outstanding. No wonder Kyle Busch trusted Gary to make his race seat.