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There are a lot of boots specifically made for jet ski riders, though none of them look like the Jettribe RS-15 ones. Basic features: Tough external abrasive resistant Frog Skin for durability, Side panels are close weave flow through mesh for water drainage, yet sand or gravel does not get in, Tripe D ring Velcro straps for added security, Front entry zip, Tri point pivot traction pads along with Gecko Grip knobbies, and Entire sole is adhered by Reactive Process, which melts rubber together and it over-stitched for additional durability. I have been wearing jet ski boots since 1992 and to be honest this is the very first pair I felt so comfortable and confident when I tried them on the race course right away. First day I used it I was riding stand ups for many hours due to the testing procedure and until I got them off, I did not feel tired or any kind of discomfort. When you ride or test ride stand ups you bound to get in to a maximum angle of lean and these are the moments where you need the best grip you can get from your boots. Some riders often put some extra supports in the front-middle part of the tray to enhance grip. Thought, some times those additional supports are dangerous if you fell off. Jettribe RS-15 shoes provide very good grip under the most extreme circumstances. I used them on different mats and the result was excellent. The pre-curved sole with the arch support provides more comfort and the external wrapping secures sides and toes limits the side-to-side movement of the rider’s feet. Another great advantage of those boots is that the 9 mesh flow panels allow water to drain quicker. Those who ride on sandy beaches or beaches with small pebbles will soon realize that they do not get inside those boots. If you have not tried them consider those boots as a very interesting option next time you would go shopping for jet ski boots.

Jettrim is one of the oldest companies in the personal watercraft scene. Though, what makes it special is that they can stitch anything. Knowing for years the impressive quality of its products, the unique design and above all the exceptional durability we decided to order a seat cover of an old Yamaha PW50. Gary Hart took care of it during our stay in Havasu and when we put it back on the bike we were amazed by the overall result. The overall aesthetics of the miniature MX bike were enhanced and also the grip was improved a lot. Therefore, do not hesitate to trust your motorcycle seat cover to the watercraft specialists.

After the World Finals we had the opportunity to test many different triple SX-R’s and two of them (GP Ski winner Valentin Dardillat and Brice Lopez) were equipped with Bullett Racing Gen2 hull. The test of Lopez’s #4 race craft is already featured under the Race Tests section.

The particular PJS mold was found lately in Japan at the Jet Ski Festival. It is obvious that by using it, ride plates for JS550 can be manufactured. Well, who knows if it worth it... But hey, old school jet skis are coming back in to fashion.

Take a look at the fresher parts made my ex IJSBA Pro Freestyle World Champion Masao Fijisawa. Note the special crank, the big bore carburetors as well as the modified pump. Fusisawa’s Freestyle team made a point this year at the IJSBA World Finals.

It is a well known in Japan and it is happening in such a way that looks like a huge bazaar for any kind of things that it is involved in to personal water craft. Companies, riders and pwc enthusiasts are gathered in order to sell or buy parts, crafts, apparel etc. So this is a unique way to find something you need at a reasonable or very low price. This year the famous Jet Ski Festival was held in Odaiba.

Jettribe recently introduced its new goggles which are designed for personal watercraft use. At the moment we do not know yet the specification or the cost of those goggles but we plan to post more news about it soon.