Shane Bonifay has a amazed fans for years with this daring feats on the wakeboard, and now he has his own board tailored for riders who want to emulate Shane’s aggressive style – the Liquid Force Shane is a dream come true for wakeboarders who love the breathtaking air of big pop and the refreshing spritz of a soft, buttery landing. A double-concave midsection, triple concave tail, and center V design keep choppy water from bogging the board so you can prepare for the oncoming wake, while two molded C-4 canted fins and two CSC side fines keep the Liquid Force Shane breaking the waves and tracking exactly where you want to go. Add in an advanced three-stage rocker and an elevated variable edge and you’ve got an exceptional board that grabs big air, holds for the spin, and yet lands calmly for a smooth air-to-water transition.

Many riders say the Liquid Force Shane rivals another popular Liquid Force board, the Watson, as one of the best wakeboards ever designed. They love that the board has a high-yet-mellow launch so intermediate riders aren’t tossed from the board on pounding wakes. Edging and soft landings are big hits for everyone, especially those who are tired of the pounding their ankles and knees take from harder boards. The Liquid Force Shane’s warped finds are also a big hit among wakeboarders who love to hold a tight edge and seamlessly maneuver between the wake in true daredevil style.

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A lithium 7 foam core is just one feature that makes the Hyperlite Drive one of the fastest boards available today. Engineered for speed whether you’re an edger, leaner, or heal to toe driver, the Hyperlite Drive’s arcing rocker and 10-degree angle fins put you on the right track as you approach the big wake, and the lightweight design helps you propel the wakeboard high above the wake. The Hyperlite Drive features a concave top deck that increases overall responsiveness, while its monocoque construction and layered glass add sound stability and smooth freestyle glide to your wakeboarding pleasure.

Hyperlite Driver riders say that the board gets plenty of attention for great tracking but is often overlooked when it comes to big breaks and spins – two things it can handle equally well. A perfect option for beginners who not only want to learn to stand up against the wake up also land their first 360 or double-up. Smooth landings keep novices on the board, and even intermediate and advanced riders appreciate the Hyperlite Driver’s ability to maneuver fast and pop high. Even better, the Hyperlite Drive is affordably priced so even those who just want to try the sport don’t have to break the bank to do so; and this board also provides an excellent opportunity for old pros to have an exciting second board. As an introduction and education into the fast-paced, high-speed, and incredible big air of wakeboarding, you can’t go wrong with the Hyperlite Drive

Perhaps the most intuitive board for intermediate wakeboarders, the Liquid Force Omega is pure fun on the open water with features that keep riders stable yet help them get the pop and rails they’re thirsting for. A scalloped diamond extended tail actually adds punch to your pops off the top of the wake so you can effortlessly grab air time for those monster spins you’ve been dying to try. Superior grab and handling means you can slap the water while you’re still spinning, lean hard into the variable edges and still come around to accelerate toward the next whitecap – without being bucked from the board. The Liquid Force Omega also features molded canted fins for excellent positioning in the tow, and a gradual three-stage rocker is surprisingly consistent.

Intermediate riders love the Liquid Force Omega for its simplicity, and say it’s one of the most engaging boards on the market. Combine its easy twists and turns with a buttery soft landing and it’s easy to see why so many wakeboarders have endeared themselves to the Liquid Force Omega. Even bigger ‘boarders are stable on the Omega, and though its touted as an intermediate board the intuitive handling and superior comfort make the Liquid Force Omega an exceedingly good choice for beginners – especially those who want to climb the skill levels with jaw-dropping tricks.

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The legendary Shaun Murray created perhaps the most versatile board on the market when he designed the Hyperlite Murray, an intelligent wakeboard that offers the big air of an aggressive three-stage rocker rolled into the stable performance of a continuous rocker. Don’t expect to turn on a dime because this board is engineered to keep intermediate riders from landing in the wake – soft, gradual mechanics and low friction drag mean that the Hyperlite Murray glides over the chop with a high ride and great edging. An ABS sidewall adds strength to this fast-yet-stable wakeboard so that the Hyperlite Murray can withstand years of wake-wall poundings.

Intermediate wakeboarders say the Hyperlite Murray is perfect for the transitional period between beginner and advanced rider because it offers plenty of stability and control combined with enough wake-popping performance to sail high and still land show-stopping tricks. They say the freestyle shape helps them gain confidence because the Hyperlite Murray is both responsive and forgiving. Even many beginner wakeboarders love the Hyperlite Murray, especially newbies that want to learn the aggressive style necessary to ‘land the big ones.’ The Hyperlite Murray also features stunning graphics and each board’s artwork is slightly difference so you can have an exceptional wakeboard that’s as unique as you are.

The Gator Boards Signature represents the next class up from the Gator Boards Classic. This versatile, speedy board was designed by the legendary Gator Lutgert for amazing acceleration, precision pop and hard-line grabbing with edge rails that cut without sinking and a stable continuous rocker that help you get big air every time. Built around an airy, lightweight foam and dividnycell core, the Gator Boards Signature features three removable finds on each end so you can rest assured that the Signature won’t buck and throw. A smooth ride for smooth customers.

The Gator Boards Signature has served as a natural transition from the Gator Boards Classic to more advanced boards; though many riders never get off this one once they try it. They love how easy the Gator Boards Signature pops right out of the water, spins a trick and snags a soft landing before skimming the surface for rapid acceleration in anticipation of the next wake. If you like to land a lot of tricks and stunts fast, the Gator Boards Signature is the wakeboard for you. Excellent tracking and overall quad fins only add to this good-natured board that has no problem shredding an attitude on the open water. Some wakeboarders say this is the most fun board they’ve ever ridden; and they stand by their statement by thrashing heavy competition on the Gator Boards Signature wakeboard.

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You need to thrash the tide with the board many wakeboarders are heralding as the best ever made, the Liquid Force Watson. Designed by industry mainstay Liquid Force in conjunction with legendary ‘boarder Shawn Watson, the Liquid Force Watson is one of the cleanest, most aggressive boards you’ll ever ride. An aggressive three-stage rocker lends lift beyond the norm so you pop straight up off the wake, while a spiral V concave midsection helps you land soft so you can position yourself for the next big wave. Molded fins and an elevated variable edge work together to help you track in the water, spin on a dime, and still hold a hard edge as you’re coming off the back swing. The wide midsection makes the board easy to control and helps cater to riders with different styles – it’s the universal wakeboard! The Liquid Force Watson also features quad vented channels to help you skim the water without being bogged down by choppy waves or when approaching hard wakes for more pop with less effort.

Wakeboarders say they love the Liquid Force Watson for being so light and stable – they say the control they have on the board builds confidence to move through the ranks from intermediate wakeboarder to advanced wakeboarder. Many wakeboarders say the Liquid Force Watson is the best wakeboard they’ve ever been on, bar none. They say the soft landings are easy on the joints yet the board still packs a powerful pop that’ll have everyone in the boat or on shore gaping in amazement.

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If you want speed and response you need to check out Hyperlite’s fastest wave-popping wakeboard, the Hyperlite Marek. You can’t go wrong with a board engineered by Hyperlite under the auspices of the legendary Rusty Malinoski, starting with the lightweight-yet-strong NOVA core – perhaps the most responsive wakeboard core on the market. Monocoque construction lined with layered glass means the Hyperlite Marek is smooth as ice and slices like butter when gliding atop rockin’ wake, while 9 degree angle fins, a two-channel design and an abrupt continuous rocker will have you grabbing big air every time.

Wakeboarders love the way the Hyperlite Marek handles. They say they feel in control on the Marek and it simply skims the water until you dip and pop on the wake. A perfect board for daredevils and tricksters, the Hyperlite Marek features a tip to tail step down rail so you can get it up and land without bruising your ankles and knees. The two P-wing aluminum fins make twists and turns a breeze. Lightweight enough for head-turning flips yet sturdy enough to take a pounding from big wake, the Hyperlite Marek is so easy and comfortable to use you’ll feel like you’re driving the boat. Wakeboarders also love the the new-age design and slick professional sheen – they just hope their jumps look as good as their board. If you’re serious about investing in a killer wakeboard that will bring years of pulse-pounding excitement, give the Hyperlite Marek a try.

For rapid acceleration from wake to wake you can’t beat the Gator Boards Classic wakeboard, designed by the legendary Gator Lutgert himself. This amazing board is an excellent learning board for beginners and still provides a wave-thrashing, exhilarating jaunt for experienced and advanced wakeboarders alike. The Gator Boards Classic features a lightweight foam core for a pristine pop of the top, while a continuous rocker lends grace and stability to any rider. Two fiberglass fins are great for riding hard edges and rocking back into the tow for superb spinnability, while the Gator Boards Classic’s unique shape makes for a velvety-soft landing, even in the chop.

Wakeboarders everywhere love the Gator Boards Classic’s streamlined simplicity. They say it’s the perfect non-competition board for every day all day fun in the surf. Forgiving action only adds to the appeal of such a responsive board that is adaptable to nearly any turn or stance style. Though this isn’t a professional wakeboard, it still packs plenty of bunch to kick the tail out of the wake and even land a few daredevil tricks behind the boat. This quick board does throw some beginners off, but they say they learn how to use it quickly and that the speed is exhilarating and easy to handle once you have it down. From newbies to pros, young or old, big or small – the Gator Boards Classic is one all-around board that everyone loves.

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The Slingshot Response is the intermediate to advanced wakeboarder’s dream because it’s packed with features that let you pop huge air and spin killer tricks no matter what your style is. Featuring Future Response Flex Control Technology and a new shape designed by master wakeboarder Collin Wright himself, the Slingshot Response is primed to become your favorite board – all it takes is one ride. A deep continuous rocker and step down sidewalls let you turn on a time without losing stability or confidence, while a four-hole locking pattern keeps your boots securely on the board with no shimmying or rocking. Customizable to your style, the Slingshot Response incorporates revolutionary bolt-on glass epoxy fin engineering, progressive concave top, and a flat foot area so you’ll be in total control the entire ride.

Did we mention you can grab huge hair with the Slingshot Response? Collin Wright said he waited a decade for a board of this caliber to hit the market, and other wakeboarders agree that this high-concept board epitomizes sleek handling, comfortable control – and killer tricks! Ten pack inserts and PVC core let you put the weight where you need it; while a robust snowboard-like design means the Slingshot Response can take pounding after pounding and still react fast to the oncoming wake. A reliable board that, with all its options, is really ten boards in one; the Slingshot Response can easily accommodate riders up to 260 pounds, and is the go-to board for intermediate riders and skilled pros nationwide.

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Be the scourge of the high seas with the O’Brien Valhalla wakeboard, a revolutionary board with so much attitude it’s broken the rules so many times the Vikings would call it their own. Pillage the wake with enormous pop from this high-caliber board that features four removable aluminum crook fins, a PBT top and a lightweight and airy injection core. Only advanced riders will be able to take advantage of this killer’s variable-beveled edge to tactfully land velvety-smooth on the chop; and their efforts will be well worth it when they turn the O’Brien Valhalla toward the next wake and sway the progressive three-stage rocker for air-assaulting pop. Landings are a breeze thanks to a double concave hull.

Experienced wakeboarders say the Valhalla is a terror on water – and they love it! Fans of the O’Brien Valhalla say that it is suited to a variety of riding styles and that the board practically adjusts to what you want it to do. Want speed? The Valhalla is lightweight and has a sleek finish to skim right over the surface shop. Want airtime? The Valhalla offers intuitive heel-to-toe kick so you come off the whitecaps strong. Want control? The Valhalla’s removable fins let you lean toward your center of gravity for a hard bite that licks the competition. One of the bets competition boards manufactured by legendary wakeboarder Sean O’Brien, the O’Brien Valhalla is set to become a mainstay in the world of competitive wakeboarding.

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