Pete Zernik

Name: Pete Zernik

Nick Name: Casper

Sport: Jet Ski Racing

Sponsors:  OGIO, Oneal, Hydro turf, Slippery, Skat Trak, Gold Club SF, Riva, Fly, LIQUID MILITIA FOR EVER.

Race number: 149

Home Town: Sacramento, Ca

Age: 33

How long have you been riding for? Started with my Dad and Uncle Robby when the 440's and 550's were out, then bought my own Kaw in 2004.

IJSBA or APBA? Both APBA National Tour, IJSBA for World Finals, DJSA Local Tour.

How long have you been competing for? 4yrs

How many skis do you own? 4 total. KAW SXR Limited, KAW SXR Stock race boat, Hydrospace Limited, Hydrospace Stock.

If you could do 1 thing for Personal Watercraft Racing to bring it to the main stream so more people would get involved with the sport in a positive way what would you do? If I could do one thing it would be to get a major race in the San Francisco Bay. Near the Bay Bridge there's so much history there and potential for viewers.

Coffee or Tea? Tea

What is your dream ski set up? A full Blown OPEN SXR 800 with all the goodies....

What’s something you think the average person does not know about Personal Watercraft Racers? I believe that the average person doesn't understand how much training and planning goes into riding and competing.

Besides you, who is the best racer right now as of Feb/1/09?  Chris MacClugage.

What kind of car do you drive? 2006 350 Z

What’s the craziest thing you have done or seen on tour/or at any random PWC event-races? Last years National Tour in Myrtle Beach Mac, was coming down the straight along the shore with a hard left turn in the surf when he hit a roller and flew (FLEW ) over the guy in front to gain 1st position... That Was The sickest thing i've ever seen.

What sort of gear do you wear when competing? Full suit or shorts depending on the weather... Slippery, Fly

Spot you practice the most? This year Sherman Island, last year Salt Springs Reservoir..

Ever had any nasty crashes while racing? I've had my share of crashes and even was took out in parker one year...that's one of those things you just want to forget.

What do you like best about Liquid Militia? Kyla and Ryan...who you both are and how you represent the sport, and the clothing line is sick.

Rough water or calm water? Rough

How did you get started in racing jet ski’s? A buddy from Wet Pleasures Boat rental at lake berryessa told me about the circuit, and after that i was hooked. Went to season opener where I met Erik Hewitt and its been on since.

How fast are some of the fastest stand ups going on the race course? I've heard stand ups as fast as 72 mph...

Bar or Club? Bar

Are you a member of the AWA? YES

Ever blew a motor? NO

Has you ski ever fallen off the trailer while on the freeway? So far never, and lets pray it stays that way..

Anything you want to add? 

 Say the first thing that comes to your mind:

Painting: Coop
Italian food: Garlic
Helmet: FLY
Stickers: Liquid Militia
Fork: Knife
Disneyland: Strip Club
Shatter: Baseball
Rain:
Skulls: Richard Sanchez( impatientyouth.com)
Mac: Computer