UK PWC News

UK Personal Watercraft News

26th November : Jets Marivent Appoints New Scottish Dealer.
Sole UK and Eire distributor of Bombardier Recreational Products, Jets Marivent, has announced the appointment of a new dealer in Scotland, Jetski Ecosse.
Based in Irvine, and founded in 1985, Jetski Ecosse are already firmly established as a leading dealer in a wide range of personal watercraft.
A trained engineer, John Wilson, MD of Jetski Ecosse has 20 years experience in watersports and PWCs, having competed in numerous PWC championships across the UK.
Having formerly worked with Polaris and Kawasaki, Jetski Ecosse has vast experience in the sale and service of recreational products, including, PWCs and ATVs.
With 6 highly experienced and knowledgeable staff Jetski Ecosse offer unrivalled sales advice, customer and aftersales service.
The additional dealer in Scotland signals yet further expansion and enhancement of the Jets Marivent UK network. The Sole UK and Eire distributor of Bombardier Recreational Products already boasts one of the UK's largest PWC distribution networks, with over 20 dealers across the country.
The increasing network of dedicated Seadoo® dealers further confirms it as one of the leading PWC brands in the UK.
Sales and Product Manager, Mark Rowley commented, "it is great to have Jetski Ecosse on board and we are confident this will be a long term and successful relationship. We look forward to working with them and their vast experience means that we have every faith they will be able to provide a top quality service to new and existing Seadoo® customers across the region".
For further information about Jets Marivent, visit www.jetsmarivent.com
www.jetskiecosse.co.uk

23rd November : RNLI launches interactive sea safety website.
The three million Britons who use the sea for boating and other watersports* can now access a wealth of sea safety advice via the RNLI's new interactive website at www.rnli.org.uk/seasafety.
The brand new website is packed with information and resources to ensure that free safety advice is available in one easily accessible location for all sea users, from sailors and surfers to divers and power boaters.
Peter Chennell, RNLI Sea Safety Manager, says:
'Our new interactive website means that it's now easier than ever for sea users to get their hands on the latest safety advice. It's easy to navigate and offers sea users instant access a wealth of crucial safety news and information.
'Log on now to see how the RNLI can help you to stay safe and enjoy yourself on the water.'
From booking a free flare or sea survival demonstration online to downloading any of the RNLI's safety publications or browsing the latest safety news, the new website provides a one-stop shop for everyone who wants to stay safe while enjoying themselves on the water.
For boat owners, a free SEA Check by a local RNLI sea safety coordinator can be arranged online at a time and place to suit.
For those who prefer to receive a paper version of any of the RNLI's free safety publications covering subjects including diving, kitesurfing and dinghy sailing, copies can ordered online.
The easy to use site also provides region-by-region listings of events where the RNLI's Sea Safety team will be on hand to offer advice and demos.
The RNLI's acclaimed interactive Sea Safety CD-ROM is available on the website, giving the chance to learn about topics such as the rules of the road, buoys and markers and navigation lights. For extreme watersports fans, the RNLI's Extreme Sea Safety Advice DVD is also available via the site.
According to British Marine Federation statistics, approximately three million people in the UK participate in boating and watersports. (Source BMF:2003)
The RNLI has been providing free sea safety advice for the last ten years.
SEA Check is a free face-to-face safety advice service that takes place onboard the owner's craft. The advice is provided by highly trained volunteers and is free of charge.
The RNLI is a charity that relies on public contributions to provides a 24/7 search and rescue service up to 100 nautical miles from the coast of the UK and Republic of Ireland.
www.rnli.org.uk/seasafety

23rd November : Police Trace Jetski Theft Gang.
Officers believe thieves who stole £200,000 worth of boats and jet skis may be trying to smuggle the haul out of the country.
The gang of seven stole the boats from Russell Watersports in Eversley, Hampshire, escaping in a BMW and two stolen Ford vans.
They used trailers to tow the craft away in the early hours of 17 November. Police are extending their appeal countrywide, asking anyone who comes across the craft to contact them.
One of the items was a blue and white 'Sea-Doo 200 Speedster' worth £27,000 and one of only five of its type in the country.
The thieves, who were spotted on CCTV, also took 15 jet skis.
All of the craft belonged to customers who were storing them at the boatyard.
Items of clothing and buoyancy aids were also taken along with the keys to about fifty jet skis.
From BBC NEWS
For detail on the missing craft check out the Stolen Directory

22nd November : 2005 IJSBA World Finals.
Set for October 11-16
IJSBA confirms World Finals to be held in Lake Havasu City, Ariz.
The IJSBA announced today that the dates for the 24th IJSBA World Finals is set for October 11-16, 2005. After an extremely successful 2004 event, the International Jet Sports Boating Association also confirmed the 2005 IJSBA World Finals for Novice, Expert and Pro racers to be held in Lake Havasu City, Ariz.
With nearly 1,200 entries from 36 nations, the premier personal watercraft racing extravaganza in the world completed its eight-day event last month. The massive special event was held for the 23nd consecutive year in Lake Havasu City and for the sixth straight year the race site was the purpose-built Aqua Stadium on the Crazy Horse RV Resort and Campgrounds. It was held in the shadow of the original London Bridge on the offshoot waters of the Colorado River.
Sanctioned under rules of the IJSBA, of Costa Mesa, Calif. the IJSBA World Finals is one of the world's most unique and spectacular sporting championships.
"The IJSBA look forward to continued development and improvement of this exciting and special event and to be able to offer Novice, Expert and Pro racers from across the world, and the enthusiasts, an even better event next year," said Biorn Tangeland, IJSBA Managing Director.
www.ijsba.com

22nd November : Queenford New Years Day Bash.

Queenford Jetski will be holding their 6th annual New Years Day Bash on you've guessed it January 1st 2005.

Over the past five years this has always been good for a laugh and a proven "Kill or Cure" for the effects of the night before.

Day launch is free if you turn up and ski in fancy dress for at least 5 minutes or until your costume falls apart.

www.queenfordjetski.co.uk 01865 343737 nyd@queenfordjetski.co.uk

19th November : Jetskier & Personal Watercraft Magazine.
The December Edition of JS&PW is on sale from all the usual stockists priced £2.95.
This special Anniversary issue celebrates 15 years of JS&PW.
Don't forget to check out Jetmans Web News
Get Yours Now!

19th November : British Waterways Jetsport Challenge.
Make a date in your Diary!
Don't miss Sky Sports coverage of The British Waterways Jetsport Challenge, filmed from The Barrage at Stockton on Tees.
Included in the footage is jam packed action from both the Runabout and Ski classes, plus fantastic Freestyle that makes you want to get out and ride!
Wednesday	24th November	5.00pm	SKYSPORTS 3
Wednesday	24th November	8.00pm	SKYSPORTS 3
Thursday	25th November	00.30am	SKYSPORTS 1
Thursday	25th November	noon	SKYSPORTS 3
Thursday	25th November	3.00pm	SKYSPORTS 3
Sunday	28th November	6.00am	SKYSPORTS 2
Sunday	28th November	9.00am	SKYSPORTS 2
Sunday	28th November	1.00pm	SKYSPORTS 3
Sunday	28th November	5.00pm	SKYSPORTS 3
Sunday	28th November	10.00pm	SKYSPORTS 3
www.jsra.co.uk

18th November : Motor Meets Marine.
Picture the scene – some of the world’s most prolific motor sport giants gathered in Ibiza to battle it out on the water for the title of king of kings.
The result was 2 days of non-stop adrenaline fuelled performances both on and off the water.
Jets Marivent and BRP Europe collaborated with Red Bull and foundation Wings for Life to put on the incredible event on the 1st and 2nd November. Under the direction of Heinz Kinigadner, professional racers from Formula 1, Moto GP, Motocross and Rally World put their riding skills to the test, but this time on water.
The 7 teams comprised some of the world’s leading riders such as Nani Roma, Dakar Rally winner, Max Biaggi, Moto GP World Champion, Mattias Ekström, DTM Champion, Yves Demaria, 2004 MX3 World Motocross Champion, Adam Raga, Marc Coma and special guest Niki Lauder.
Over the two days, the riders demonstrated their skills not only on ATVs, hovercrafts and offroad buggies, but on a number of BRP PWCs, including the new SeaDoo® 3D with its three different riding positions.
Competition was fierce, but it was World Motocross Champion, Yves Demaria who delivered the most impressive performance, mastering all the unfamiliar craft with incredible ease and taking home the title.
The event was held to raise money for the Wings for Life Foundation, which runs and supports research in the field of the central nervous system. The foundation was created after the tragic accident of Hannes Kinigadner (son of two-time Motocross World Champion, Heinz Kinigadner) in which he suffered severe spinal injuries.
www.jetsmarivent.com

16th November : Watersports World Content and Broadcast times.
Sailing - Windsurfing - Aquabiking on Watersports World
We've a good variety of top watersports action this week, starting with the final of the pro sailing Swedish Match Tour, where the likes of Russell Coutts and Peter Gilmour scrap for a chunk the whopping 150,000 euro prize pot.
Then to the UK windsurfing circuit and programme 2 of the Triple Crown from Bigbury in Devon.
And finally, round 5 of the UIM Aquabike world tour from pretty Lake Lagano, an Italian outpost in the Swiss Alps.
Something for everybody.
SKY SPORTS (UK, Ireland)
Wednesday	November 17th	7.00pm	SKY SPORTS 2
Wednesday	November 17th	10.00pm	SKY SPORTS 2
Thursday	November 18th	1.00am	SKY SPORTS 2
Thursday	November 18th	8.00am	SKY SPORTS 2
Thursday	November 18th	noon	SKY SPORTS 3
Thursday	November 18th	4.00pm	SKY SPORTS 3
Sunday	November 21st	6.00am	SKY SPORTS 2
Sunday	November 21st	8.00am	SKY SPORTS 3
Monday	November 22nd	1.30am	SKY SPORTS 2

16th November : 2nd Hand Units Online.
Jets Marivent, the Sole UK distributor of Bombardier Recreational Products has further enhanced its website with the launch of a new 2nd-hand unit section.
The Jets Marivent website now includes full 2nd-hand listings for all recreational products, including PWCs, Sportsboats, outboard motors & ATVs.
Visitors to the site will now be able to search for pre-owned units across the UK along with parts and accessories, making it even easier for owners to find a wide range of products from dealers in their area.
Paul Francis, General Manager commented, "This is a great addition to the Jets Marivent site and many dealers have already started using the facility. The website is an important tool for our customers and this facility is designed to offer them even more choice whilst making the process of searching for units a lot easier".
The Jets Marivent website already offers a comprehensive guide to all Bombardier Recreational Products, including full specifications and images along with dealer listings for all product ranges.
www.jetsmarivent.com

15th November : UIM Aquabike Grand Prix.
The UIM Aquabike Class Pro Grand Prix of Singapore took place at the weekend at the Sentosa Island Resort.
Representing the UK in the freestyle division was Chesterfields Lee Stone.
Lee placed second to Allesander Lenzi from a field of 10 international competitors.
Well Done Lee!
www.aquabike.net

13th November : European Tour Dates.
News Just In!
The six rounds of the 2005 European Tour have been confirmed.
May 6th-8th	Murcia, Spain
May 27th-29th	Worther See, Austria
June 24th-26th	Imperia, Italy
July 22nd-24th	Mirandela, Portugal
August 19th-21st	Dinant, Belgium
September 9th-11th	Paris, France

13th November : European Championship 2005.
SIX ROUNDS PLANNED FOR 2005 EURO TOUR.
After a successful five round tour of Europe in 2004, Yves Van Heers has confirmed plans to extend the Corona Extra Pro-Tour to 6 rounds in 2005.
Although, dates haven’t been set Yves expects the tour to kick off in early May in Spain, followed by two rounds at the end of May and June in either Austria or Italy, which way round these two venue will sit hasn’t been confirmed yet. The Tour will then head west to Portugal in July and Belgium in August - coming to a close at Euro Disney, France in September.
Keep your diaries clear because it sounds like it’s going to be a busy summer!!

13th November : JSRA Leg Protection Update.
FULL LEG PROTECTION FOR RUNABOUT RIDERS WILL BE COMPULSORY FOR 2005.
In 2004 the wearing of full leg protectors in the European Championships were made compulsory for all Runabout riders.
After assessing the positive feedback from UK riders competing at European level it has been agreed that full leg protection will also be made compulsory in the UK from January 1st.
This means you will not be able to compete in a JSRA sanctioned closed course event unless you have the correct safety gear.
We believe this is an important safety update, which comes with the increased numbers on the line and the speed of skis.
Currently the type of leg protectors being used in Europe are manufactured by a French company, however the JSRA have agreed with this company to buy a bulk order.
The full leg protectors incorporates padded protection for the entire leg so lower leg protectors are no longer necessary. For those of you who aren’t familiar with these protectors Jeremy Hoyland will be modelling a pair at the AGM on the 20th of November.
At this moment in time these are the only full leg protectors that the JSRA recognise so please don’t got out and purchase anything until you have checked with Dr Jolley’s that they are suitable.
The protectors will cost £125.00 and must be ordered by the 26th of November if you want the JSRA to organise the buying and shipping of them for you.
Otherwise, you will need to contact the company direct via email to audreydujardin@aol.com. But please remember if you want to compete at the first round of the winter series you must have a set of full leg protectors.
There will be no exceptions!!
For more info visit www.jsra.co.uk

13th November : JSRA Winter Series.
2005 JSRA WINTER SERIES DATES CONFIRMED.
The Jetsport Racing Association have now confirmed dates and some venues for the 2005 winter series.
The first round will kick off at Tyram lakes Nr Doncaster on the 23rd January.
However, the JSRA have organised an official JSRA training day on Saturday 22nd of January.
The training day will be open to all licence holders, but beginner licence holders are especially encouraged to take part.
The day will include practical advice and general race information to help new racers on their way.
Beginner Licence applications and entry forms are available for download on the JSRA website.
*Please note all Beginner licences/membership applications must be in before Christmas if you want to compete at the opening round and receive all the relevant information in time.
For more info visit www.jsra.co.uk

10th November : Record Breaking Seadoo Dealer Conference.
Jets Marivent, the sole UK and Eire distributor of Bombardier Recreational Products has held its most successful annual Seadoo® PWC and Sportsboat Dealer meeting to date.
The conference took place in Castelldefels, Barcelona at the end of last month and saw an unprecedented number of dealers in attendance. With Castelldefels the location of the very first Jets Marivent premises, it seemed appropriate that the theme of this year’s conference be ‘From small beginnings come great things’.
Jets Marivent took the opportunity to brief its dealers on a wide range of topics including the 2005 product range, Sales and Marketing, Parts and Accessories as well as a review of the growth and performance of the company over the last 12 months.
The conference also offered Jets Marivent the opportunity to recognise those dealers who have performed particularly well over the past 12 months.
During a Dealer Awards Dinner, Jets Marivent presented prizes to 6 of its best performing dealers. The award categories included, Best PWC sales, Best SportsBoat Sales, Best Marketing, Best Administration, Best After Sales Service and of course the Dealer of the Year Award, which this year was won by Robert Owen Marine.
Jets Marivent Managing Director Paul Francis commented,
"This annual conference is a crucial event for us which we look forward to every year. It is our opportunity to personally meet and thank all our dealers who work so hard to make the Seadoo® brand the success that it is. This year’s conference was unprecedented in terms of attendance and demonstrates the strong commitment of all our dealers to the Seadoo® brand. This conference and the awards are a way to acknowledge this dedication and hard work".
www.jetsmarivent.com

10th November : Lincolnshire Junior Sportsman 2004.

After his fantastic performances this year winning both the British and European Junior Titles Lincolnshire resident Chris Wilkinson has been nominated and subsequently awarded another title of Junior Sportsman in the recent 2004 Lincolnshire Sports Awards.

Hundreds of people joined Lincolnshire Sports Partnership and BBC Radio Lincolnshire at the Lawn in Lincoln on Friday at the first ever Lincolnshire Sports Awards. People came from across the county to celebrate the huge wealth of talent and commitment displayed across a wide range of sports.

The Awards were presented in 16 categories recognising all levels of involvement in sport from grass roots sports, coaching and clubs to achievement on the world stage.

Chris has now been put forward for the Sport England East Midlands Award Categories for Junior Sportsman.

www.lincolnshiresports.com

10th November : New Products.
New products from ADA, Jet Pilot and Hydroturf have just arrived and are available now from Line One.
ADA Kawasaki Drive Coupler Set The ADA Crew have just produced a Billet Aluminum Drive Coupler Set for the Kawasaki 800SXR. Superior Strength & Durability. Will also run on the Kawasaki 750 with 20mm threaded shaft. RRP £ 59.95
Escape 3 Gear Bag Telescopic Tote handle, Detachable Back Pack, Super Smooth Wheels, Detachable Padded Shoulder Strap, Outer Side, Top & End Pockets, Inside Wet/Dry Pocket, Silk Screened & Rubber JetPilot Logos throughout. RRP £ 59.00
Escape BackPack Features Neoprene Pouch w/inner key loop that fits CD/MP3 Player & has eyelet for earphone cord, Inside divider with padded laptop compartment, Padded Sunglass pocket on side, Zippered waterbottle pocket with velco tabs, Silk Screened & Rubber JP Logos throughout. RRP £ 34.00
RIDE JP Jacket High End waterproof jacket built for PWC Riding & Casual wear, Constructed with water-tight nylon, 100% heat tape sealed, Adjustable wrist seals with tabs, Waist & Torso drawstring cinch-cables, attached hood that hides away within collar, Velcro shield closure over entire front zipper, Fleece lined zipper pockets, Designed and used this year by Rick Roy & Joe Kenney. RRP £ 99.00
2005 Hydro-Turf Calendar Enjoy 2005 with 12 Months of the Hydro-Turf Girls! Makes a great stocking filler! RRP £ 8.95
For any further details on the above products please don't hesitate in contacting the Line1 Team.
www.lineonedist.co.uk

8th November : End of Season Bash Update.

With less than a week to the end of season bash there's still time to get yourself along.

This weekend sees the coming together of Freestylers, Racers and Recreational riders for one last blast before winter sets in.

Saturday starts with free launching at Six Hills (stand ups only, insurance must be shown) before moving on to the nearby Six Hills Hotel in the evening where the action really begins.

Ten Quid (children £5) gets you:

Buffet, Exclusive Premier of the Xtreme Action Weekend DVD plus a newly released Extreme Film before moving into the club with Live music and DJ's till late.

Sunday sees more free water time at Six Hills or get along to Formula One Karting and enter your team in the Karting Grand Prix!

£29 gets you on the grid in the 2.5 hour competition for teams of up to seven drivers.

www.sixhills-jetski.co.uk

www.f1k.co.uk

For more information contact Paul Hughes on 07879 461803

4th November : New Seadoo Packages.
Sole UK and Eire distributor of Bombardier Recreational Products, Jets Marivent has announced the launch of a new ‘on-the-water’ package for Seadoo® Personal Watercraft.
The long-awaited new package has been designed to offer a complete ‘start-up’ kit, which is ideal for first-time riders and includes insurance, training and data tag registration. The exclusive package will be available with all 2 and 3-seater 2005 models and is worth up to £750.
A key feature of the new package is the comprehensive insurance cover called Jet Guard, provided by Mardon Insurance and exclusive to Seadoo®. Other features of the new package include a free RYA training voucher worth £50, an RYA training video, a free operators guide and a free data tag registration kit.
Seadoo® Product & Sales Manager, Mark Rowley commented,
"There is a clear demand for a complete package which allows customers to get onto the water almost immediately. Of course, this package will be particularly attractive to entry-level riders, but we anticipate that all customers will benefit from substantial savings through this package".
In addition to the comprehensive packages available, all Seadoo® PWCs come with a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty to offer Seadoo owners yet further peace of mind.
For more information about Jets Marivent or the new packages,
visit www.jetsmarivent.com or call 01202 856380.

4th November : Kawasaki 2005 Online.
Fun, adventure and independence meet power, performance and style - if it's not a Kawasaki, it's not a JET SKI® watercraft.
From sleek, three-passenger sit-down models to a super-athletic stand-up, Kawasaki's 2005 JET SKI watercraft line offers exhilaration on the water. You don't even need to check under the hull to see this years latest improvements as they introduce new and exciting colors, including Candy Gold Spark for the popular STX®-12F and Candy Thunder Blue for the industry-leading STX-15F. Check out the entire 2005 watercraft line-up.
www.kawasaki.com/watercraft