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The IJSBA has just received news that amounts to the biggest thing to World Finals and the sport of pwc racing since, perhaps, the whole thing started. Former World and National Champion (and Hall of Famer as well as Hollywood stunt man, pioneer of the sport, and all around seriously awesome person), Larry Rippenkroeger has had his dream come true with his long conceived movie about pwc racing now picked up and starting into production. If it isn’t enough that Hollywood is making a feature film about pwc racing, they are going to start shooting this year at the 2010 World Finals. Spectators, shopping crowds in the vendor alley, pit activity, and racing will all be captured by the camera lens for use in the movie. Additionally, competitors and their pwc are planned to be picked to stage some starts, turns, and race scenes. Larry Rippenkroeger and producing partners, Kyle Collinsworth and Greg Pellerito will be attending this year’s World Finals accompanied by a film crew shooting footage to be used in a feature film entitled “Hot Water”. Larry Rippenkroeger was one of the pioneers of the sport and possibly the first rider to produce a video tape of how to do freestyle tricks. It is good news that he is bringing Hollywood in to the sport that is decaying in a fast mode...

Hey racers and PWC enthusiasts, Jettribe's new and much anticipated RS-15 Race Series Boots are finally available. Our new boot is unlike any other shoe out on the market that you've tried before. The unique design that Jettribe has created ensures that, when it comes to your riding footwear, all of your needs are met. Jettribe boots are now available for $89.99 and come in sizes 6-11. For more information check out Jettribe website.

Our Boost Clamp will allow you to run up to 17psi of boost pressure in your Yamaha SHO engine when used with RIVA Fuel Pressure Regulator Kit and stock ECU. Device controls communication between stock MAP sensor and stock ECU to allow for higher boost levels and more power. The Boost Clamp is an integral part of RIVA Stage 2 SHO Engine Kit producing 260hp when combined with our recommended components. Installs quickly & easily with integrated waterproof connectors. It costs $199.95 and it is available from Riva.

Presenting the ultimate performance supercharger for Sea-Doo 215/255/260 engines! The all new RIVA XXX-Charger is a complete supercharger assembly featuring a sophisticated, lightweight 140mm Vortech impeller that is precision balanced to deliver smooth operation, a billet spacer, machined front & rear housings and RIVA Heavy Duty Clutch Washers. Increased interior volume produces huge performance gains delivering 15.5psi @ 8,500rpm. Each XXX-Charger is hand assembled in-house using Genuine BRP shaft, bearings & hardware. Installs quickly in place of OEM supercharger. Requires RIVA Pro-Series ECU, RIVA Pro-Series Fuel Injectors (50lb) & RIVA Fuel Pressure Regulator Kit for correct calibration. Includes detailed installation instructions. Applications: 215/255/260 Sea-Doo Models 14psi @ 8,100rpm, 15.5psi @ 8,500rpm

R&D’s new RC2 Racing Camshaft kit offers a serious boost in horsepower for the racer who wants as much lift and duration that can be safely “Bolted In” without valve guide or spring base machining. The R&D RC2 Cam lobe profile has all of the same features in concept and design as our RC1 recreational lobe, accept for the increased lift and duration. The secret to the R&D cam lobe is in the precision grind finish on the cams base circle and duration at .050”. R&D maintains strict specifications in this area of the cam lobe which is the key to having strong vacuum, a great idle tune, and clean acceleration performance. Overall lobe Lift and Durations are increased to allow as much lift as possible and still run O.E.M. “uncut” valve guides. R&D has improved the lobe profile with “state of the art” technologies that will reduce valve lifter friction and improve valve lifter wear. The R&D “boost friendly” lobe profiles increased lift and duration will produce a noticeable horsepower gain and can also be tuned to custom LSA (lobe separation angles) when using R&D “Pro Tune” Cam Gears (Pt. # 612-93008). The R&D RC2 will produce noticeable horsepower gains over R&D RC1 recreational cams with improved gains from idle to wide open throttle. The RC2 Cam Kit really goes to work adding top end pulling power in the 8500-9500 rpm zone. R&D custom cams can be installed easily and shimmed with basic hand tools and the O.E.M. service manual. R&D High Rev Valve Spring and shim kit parts are required for the RC2 Cam Kit to work properly without coil bind damage. Call R&D today for further details and specifications for all your camshaft and valve train upgrades. NOTE: The R&D RC2 requires the installation of R&D’s High Performance Valve Spring kit as the O.E.M. valve springs will run into coil bind with the added lift on the RC2 lobe profile. The RC2 will also require the use of a stand alone ECU system such as a MoTeC M400 to custom tune the fuel and ignition for optimum performance. Features: Aggressive throttle response, increased overall horsepower, Increased rpm performance ( RPM range increased to 9500), Increased CFM airflow, Horsepower increase gain ( with R&D Cam Gears), Aftermarket ignition is required for custom tuning, Works well with R&D Valve Spring Kit upgrades (Required), Easy installation, Bolt on 25+ Horsepower Upgrade. PART # 612-93010-cost: $749.95

R&D’s RC1 Recreational/Racing Camshaft kit offers a great boost in horsepower for the recreational rider/racer who wants as much lift and duration that can be “Bolted In” without valve spring changes or valve guide machining. The R&D RC1 will install and work well with O.E.M. valve springs and retainers. The RC1 is a great choice for recreational and offshore riding or racing targeting the 7500-8500 RPM range for top end power while also improving low and mid range performance. The secret to the R&D cam lobe is in the precision grind finish on the cams base circle and duration at .050”. R&D maintains strict specifications in this area of the cam lobe which is the key to having strong vacuum, a great idle tune, and clean acceleration performance. Overall lobe Lift and Durations are increased to allow as much lift as possible and still run O.E.M. “uncut” valve guides. R&D has improved the lobe profile with “state-of-the-art” technologies that will reduce valve lifter friction and improve valve lifter wear. The R&D “boost friendly” lobe profiles increased lift and duration will produce a noticeable horsepower increases and work well with C1, C3, and C5 Monster Wheels and also work well with R&D R1, R2, and R3 ECU Reprogramming Services. R&D RC1 custom cams can be installed easily and shimmed with basic hand tools and the O.E.M. service manual in as little as two hours without the removal of the head, or any valve spring or retainer parts. Call R&D today for further details and specifications for all your camshaft and valve train upgrades. Features: Aggressive throttle response, increased overall horsepower, Increased rpm performance (150-200 RPM Gain), Increased lift and duration (.368” lift and 6° degrees more duration), LC and LSA tunable (with R&D Cam Gears) 10-15 Bolt on Horsepower up grade, R&D R1, R2 and R3 ECU Compatible Works well with R&D Valve Spring Kit upgrades, Easy installation. PART # 612-93009 – cost:$749,95

Rumors say that personal watercraft manufacturers plan to make substantial changes and crucial updates for the upcoming season. Horsepower will be increased to 300hp basically from Kawasaki and Sea Doo. Green Team will release a 2000cc power plant whilst Sea Doo will add one more cylinder to the three-cylinder motor. Yamaha plans to release a more powerful version of the FZR. Additionally, rumors speak about an electric power pwc hitting the market in 2011. Stay tuned...