Summer’s here and it’s time to get your Campion Boat loaded up and ready to hit open water for some fun in the sun. Perhaps you’re already an avid water skier but looking to change things up a bit or new to watersports altogether. We recommend trying your hand at wakeboarding! Many experts say out of all the watersports, wakeboarding is the quickest to learn.
We’ve put together a brief guide on wakeboarding including tips and what you’ll need to get started.
Equipment You’ll Need
The first step to a successful wakeboarding trip is making sure you have the right boat. Boats designed for watersports featuring a built-in bowrider, such as the highly anticipated 2021 Campion Muskoka high-performance boat, are ideal for elevating the tow point making it easier for the wakeboarder to get up and stay up in the water. It’s recommended beginners use a shorter tow rope at first – about 65 feet. A shorter rope combined with slower speed will create wider and bigger wakes making it easier for you to jump them.
If you’re confident enough to create a bigger wake, you can add weight in back of the boat. The more weight you place in the back, the higher and shorter the wake will be. As a beginner wakeboarder keep in mind you may want to start off with shorter wakes until you get more comfortable.
Now that your boat is configured, it’s time to gather your wakeboarding equipment. Look for a local sporting goods store that offers board and equipment rentals so you can determine if you want to invest in your own down the road. Most likely, you’ll be able to rent everything you need to get started with expert guidance.
There are a couple things to consider when selecting a wakeboard, board type and your own body. There are three types of wakeboards; hybrid, surf, and skim style boards. As a beginner, select a surf-style board designed to make it easier to learn from.
Next, pick your board based on your weight. Reference the chart as seen on discoverboating.com to determine the best board for you. You can also ask an expert to help you find the right board for your body and skill level.
Wakeboard bindings are boots that are anchored to your wakeboard, allowing you to maintain your balance, ride waves and perform fancy tricks. Bindings should be snug but not so tight they’re painful. Most bindings are designed to fit a range of shoe sizes, while some higher-end boots are single sizes. With so many options such as closed toe, open toe, and various closure systems, it’s best to ask an expert to help you decide which is best and most comfortable for you.
It’s critical, especially as a beginner, to stay safe while wakeboarding which is why life jackets are so important. Wakeboard life jackets are designed to keep your head above water and provide buoyancy if something should go wrong. These jackets are lightweight and flexible enough to allow for movement and are more comfortable than traditional life jackets.
Once you have all the recommended equipment, the last step is to hit the water! Here are some things to keep in mind:
For beginner tips on how to get up and stay up on a wakeboard, you can visit Boating Magazine’s “How to Get Up on a Wakeboard” and you’ll be wakeboarding like a pro in no time at all.
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With new creative approaches to boat design, it’s no surprise traditional materials used for elements within boats are also seeing a surge in new options. Flooring, for example, has traditionally consisted of carpeting or wood. While there are benefits to both, neither particularly go well with water.
Although carpet can be visually appealing and soft on bare feet, it’s quick to absorb water and even after a day in the sun, can begin to mold and mildew over time creating a not so pleasant odor. Wood flooring, if not properly cared for, can begin to warp and fade over time before needing to be replaced.
Neil Gilbert, Campion’s world class boat designer, uses fiberglass to optimize the shape and features of every Campion boat. Every single piece of tooling is CNC cut providing unparalleled precision.
While researching flooring options for Campion’s latest multispecies fishing boat, the RAGE R22, the team wanted an option to further elevate the aesthetics and functionality of the boat. The material needed to be durable, stain resistant, and non-slip in order to withstand years of hard-core fishing, plus look as great as the boat itself.
They ultimately decided upon UltraDeck®, a line of synthetic marine flooring manufactured by a company right here in British Columbia.
UltraDeck is “a unique premium blend of closed cell, high quality PE foam produced for the harsh marine environment. It has very high UV resistance, it’s UV tested to over triple the best marine upholstery vinyl with no fade. Being that it is closed cell, it does not absorb, so it will never smell and is stain resistant and cleans up very easy. It provides an excellent shock absorbent, sounds deadening, non-slip, customizable surface for any vessel. The product is backed with the thickest, highest grade acrylic-based 3M pressure sensitive adhesive providing a simple yet durable installation.” ultradeck.ca
UltraDeck flooring is the ideal choice for Campion Boats. The interior of the RAGE is covered with UltraDeck including the full-length swim platform providing a safe, non-slip surface for swimmers coming and going from the water. Plus, fishermen will enjoy the fish ruler built right into the flooring, making it easy to measure a big catch.
Designed for form and function with every detail top of mind from the structural grid, quality of the hinges to the durable yet stylish flooring. UltraDeck flooring, like the RAGE, is a game-changer that any boating enthusiast could get onboard with.
Get in touch with a product specialist to help answer any questions you may have.
With new creative approaches to boat design, it’s no surprise traditional materials used for elements within boats are also seeing a surge in new options. Flooring, for example, has traditionally consisted of carpeting or wood. While there are benefits to both, neither particularly go well with water.
Although carpet can be visually appealing and soft on bare feet, it’s quick to absorb water and even after a day in the sun, can begin to mold and mildew over time creating a not so pleasant odor. Wood flooring, if not properly cared for, can begin to warp and fade over time before needing to be replaced.
Neil Gilbert, Campion’s world class boat designer, uses fiberglass to optimize the shape and features of every Campion boat. Every single piece of tooling is CNC cut providing unparalleled precision.
While researching flooring options for Campion’s latest multispecies fishing boat, the RAGE R22, the team wanted an option to further elevate the aesthetics and functionality of the boat. The material needed to be durable, stain resistant, and non-slip in order to withstand years of hard-core fishing, plus look as great as the boat itself.
They ultimately decided upon UltraDeck®, a line of synthetic marine flooring manufactured by a company right here in British Columbia.
UltraDeck is “a unique premium blend of closed cell, high quality PE foam produced for the harsh marine environment. It has very high UV resistance, it’s UV tested to over triple the best marine upholstery vinyl with no fade. Being that it is closed cell, it does not absorb, so it will never smell and is stain resistant and cleans up very easy. It provides an excellent shock absorbent, sounds deadening, non-slip, customizable surface for any vessel. The product is backed with the thickest, highest grade acrylic-based 3M pressure sensitive adhesive providing a simple yet durable installation.” ultradeck.ca
UltraDeck flooring is the ideal choice for Campion Boats. The interior of the RAGE is covered with UltraDeck including the full-length swim platform providing a safe, non-slip surface for swimmers coming and going from the water. Plus, fishermen will enjoy the fish ruler built right into the flooring, making it easy to measure a big catch.
Designed for form and function with every detail top of mind from the structural grid, quality of the hinges to the durable yet stylish flooring. UltraDeck flooring, like the RAGE, is a game-changer that any boating enthusiast could get onboard with.
Get in touch with a product specialist to help answer any questions you may have.
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