BOLTE DAYTONA RE-CAP:
We left DC on Tue after receiving your awesome care package and drove thru 39* rain and heavy traffic to Durham NC to hang with a good friend, wish him happy birthday and break up the drive. Traveling was much better the next day and we arrived in Daytona Wednesday to welcome 80* sunshine. We got checked in cruised around the Grand seas resort to get a feel for the new venue… Much nicer than the Makai… and met up with other riders arriving from all over the globe. Had some drinks and swapped stories with everyone as we all were anticipating the fun weekend ahead.

Photo by: Michelle Stuart-Thompson (Skat-Track)

Woke up Thursday to some small but fun looking surf and got down on the beach to claim a prime spot. Got unpacked and was stoked to ride my new rickter Evo for the first time in the surf. All went well and I was super happy with my new ride. I could tell it was going to elevate my riding with a bit of time on the H2O. After the ride people kept pouring in and then the Liquid Militia gear started flying out of the box! I can tell you that they were all happy with the cool stuff they received.

Bolte's new Ride

Friday brought some heavy NE winds and growing but gnarly surf conditions that made for some hard core sessions and big air and crashes. That night the party got even better as more and more Freeriders arrived. The conditions kept up for Saturdays 1st annual speed and style surf contest where it made it tough for the competitors and the judges for sure. Gomez killed it and won hands down. I rode next and had some ok moves but got cut off a couple times by a unknowing rider… oh well that happens but I had fun anyway. After the contest we (Gomez, Cuong, Zack and Brandon) went out for a ride and were pumping each other by ripping it up. I got stoked and went for it and pulled my 1st back flip in the surf! I guess it was pretty huge as I was awarded the cherry buster trophy sponsored by The Rad Dudes!

Photo By: Suzy Q

Photo by: Michelle Stuart-Thompson (Skat-Track)

Sunday the wind calmed down and the surf was still good. We all rode, swapped skis and checked out some different rides and setups and enjoyed good times with good friends! Most people went to the Ocean Deck for dinner and we took over the top floor. Hot tub party followed as we soaked sore bodies, lubricated and told tales of how much fun was had as we winded down the weekend…. Another Daytona freeride in the books. Hope you can make it next year…we missed you!

Thanks again for all you do! Jeff Bolte
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SON DAYTONA RE-CAP:
People really missed you guys in Daytona this year. I promised them that you guys will be there in 2014. I did not get a chance to take any pictures. I only have a few from random people. I had a great time this year and as always already looking forward to next year.

Cuong Son getting a little boost

Photo By: Alex Nikolis

Thanks again for all the support.
Cuong Son
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GOMEZ DAYTONA RE-CAP:

Last weekend I flew to Daytona Beach Florida for my 5th year attending the annual Daytona Beach Freeride. The event was hosted at a new hotel venue the Grand seas resort. With the support of Kommander Industries, I was able to get my Trinity Matrix freeride hull to the event this year.

I was able to ride some killer and expensive freestyle skis at the flat water Friday event.

Saturday I competed in the Moto Option sponsored “Surf & Style” event. Which was a contest only judged on 3 minutes of a riders pure surfing ability. I ended up taking first place in that contest next to some other great surf riders!

Mark Gomez takes 1st place in the surf & Style Contest

Thanks, Mark Gomez
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BRIGHT DAYTONA RE-CAP:

Zack Bright Hotel Room View

Explicit Material in this video watch with caution, Liquid Militia hold absolutely no responsibility for the content in this video.

I had a blast at this years Daytona Freeride always a good time. Got to meet some new people and check out some new set-up’s.
Zack Bright

Since Liquid Militia is not going to be attending the 2013 Daytona Freeride this year (I know so sad) we have decided to let our team riders run the show. We have outfitted each Liquid Militia Team Rider who is attending ( Jeff Bolte , Cuong Son , Zack Bright , Chris Anyzeski , and Mark Gomez ) with T-Shirts, Sticker Packs, and Koozies.

Below is a taste of what you could possibly score!!

LM rider Mike Petro's Give out Pile

All anyone has to do who is attending the Daytona Freeride is hit up any one of our Team Rider and ask them for something for FREE. That’s right 100% FREE. We provided a total of 58 T-Shirts + 14 to Nick Foederer (the event planner) making that a grand total of 72 t-shirts and well over 100 sticker packs. So we are asking people to not be greedy and only take one per person to spread the LM love around.

LM rider Mark Gomez care package

Mark Gomez has everything he need for Daytona all packed up awaiting his flight….

LM rider Cuong Son's Care Package

LM rider Mark Gomez Give out Box

IF you get anything out of this deal please tag us in the pictures!! We want to see what you guy’s get!!

LM rider zack Bright's Give out Stash

The Official Web Site for the 2013 Daytona Freeride

Message from PRO Freerider Zack Bright, who recently finished the last stop of the IFWA world tour, in Brazil.

Zack wrote: “Still here in Brazil but finally got some Internet, being on a private island made reception impossible. So when the dust cleared from Jetwaves, I finished 2nd in the IFWA World Tour, and #1 in USA for Freeriding. I’m pretty stoked to say the least. I’d like to thank my Fiancé, my family, and my friends for their support. I’m very lucky to have you all in my life. I’d like to also thank my sponsors; Burn Industries, Light-Weight, Blowsion, Cold-Fusion, Dasa Racing, Liquid-Militia, Hydro-Turf, Jet Lift, Kal-Gard Oil, and Skat-Trak. Without you all I wouldn’t be here. I’d also like to thank Maxi from Jetmotion and my Argentinean family for building me such a sick BOB and going above and beyond to make it all happen. Mucho gracias amigos! Also Derrick SR, JR, and my man Van Beek for hooking me up with a practice bob. Thanks to Ludo of Fullgaz, Daniel of DP Productions, Luciano of Casco, Pro Rider, WetRacer, and Photojetski for all the great images,video, and articles to come. I’d like to congratulate Pierre on his 7th world title and Jake on his 3rd place on the tour. So amped to have you guys here pushing the sport and most of all, being my best buds. Love you too Cedric! I’d like to thank everyone in the IFWA. CarolAnne, Tchello, and Mark. Also Congrats to Mark on his new venture of being the president of the IFWA. PHEW! Stoked to get home and keep on pushing. I’m just getting started…! Braaaaap!”

Event Name: Grayland Open Freeride August 17th-19th 2012.
Event Location: Grayland Beach, Washington

- Rider Tanner Thomas will be competing in Amateur Freeride at this event.

- Zack Bright will be Judging and teaching a class on Friday.

For more information on this event click here.

Liquid Militia riders Mark Gomez & Zack Bright are heading to this event.

Zack Bright at the Grayland Open 2011

- ZACK BRIGHT -

LM- Type of ski you are going to be on?
ZB- A prototype Super Jet built by Maxi at Jetmotion.

LM- Thoughts going into this event on the performance and caliber of the event participants?
ZB- It should be a great event! My friend Mariano Riva will be there and he is a good rider. I think the event is going to be really great.

LM- What do you know about the potential waters there, good size?
ZB- It looks be ok size for what we do.. The ski I will be riding is really short so I’ll be able to make things happen.

LM- Do you anticipate crowds to show, what will they be looking for?
ZB- Yes, I’m pretty sure there will be BMX and Freestyle motocross at the event as well, so there will be a lot of people attending and supporting a great venue.

LM- What do you expect of yourself at this event?
ZB- Well, #1 is making sure my ankle is going to be ok. Other than that, I’ll just throw it down like I usually do!

LM- Have you been here before, if so, note a memorable moment:
ZB- It’s my first time to Argentina so every part will be memorable!

Applause:
I want to thank all my sponsors for their support; Cold-Fusion, Blowsion,Light-Weight.de, Liquid Militia Clothing, Hydro-Turf, Kal-Gard Oil, Powder and Sun Ride shop, Go-Pro, and Premier Lath & Plaster. also thank you to Daniel Paddu, Pablo Wolf, and Daniel Pertovt for inviting me over for this and making it a reality!

To check out Zack Brights Rider Profile: Bright

Mark Gomez at the Pismo Freeride 2011

- MARK GOMEZ -

LM- Type of ski you are going to be on?
MG- I will be riding a custom built Yamaha Superjet from my friends at Radical Jet ski in Argentina. My friends Rodry Duran, Mai Adams, Luis Hernan Corti, and Leonardo Gomez have all been working away at building it for the last 3-4 months. These guys are great friends who are really going out of their way to make me something really cool. I can’t wait to see them and ride this ski.
LM- Yeah, I remember reading your post on facebook about the new build! That’s fantastic!

LM- Thoughts going into this event on performance and caliber of the event participants?
MG- From what I understand and have seen in years past with Ross/Pierre. Zack and I will be going to do more of a series of Pro Rider expeditions for the fans at the event. This event is Argentina’s Freeride Nationals so there will no doubt be some serious talent there throwing down to win the Freeride title of their country. I look forward to meeting and riding with these pilots and all of the local fans of Freeride.

LM- What do you know about the potential waters there, good size?
MG- From what I have seen and heard from friends the water can be a little brown which is interesting but much easier to not think about sharks in muddy waters. Also the surf seems to be often Inconsistent and kind of rough. No doubt they were the conditions we had the first day this year in Oregon but in the end they still provide possibilities for big air tricks. Clean consistent surf riding is what I fear might be tough to accomplish and or get a rhythm for in the rough water. I hope for the best conditions and plan to do the best I can regardless.

LM- Do you anticipate crowds to show, what will they be looking for?
MG- From the photos of last year’s participation and the fact it is the countries finals for freeride, I can only imagine that there will be tons of people. I am honestly not going to be sure until I get there but I fear it may be overwhelming. Only because the people of Argentina are %110 more stoked on Freeride right now than any other country in the world I feel. This makes me a little bit nervous because I know they will be looking for a damn good show being that Pierre Maixent was just in town the other week throwing down for the crowds at another Argentine beach location.

LM- What do you expect of yourself at this event?
MG- I expect to be able to give back the most I can to the generous people and fans who have invited me there. I hope to be able to communicate and reach out to as many fans as I can to connect and pass on a positive message for the sport and my sponsors that have helped me get to the level which brought me opportunities like this. I also plan to step up my riding to the next level with my aerials and start dancing in the tray doing variations while I’m upside down like Zack and Pierre.

LM- Have you been here before, if so, share a memorable moment:
MG- I have never been there before but my girlfriend Bianca’s entire family is from Argentina and I have heard so much I cannot wait to experience and soak up all the new culture with her.

Applause:
I want to thank everyone who has supported me as I have been pushing to reach toward new goals and opportunities. You can follow me on facebook here: Mark Gomez and my website blog Here to stay updated with what I am up to and for my post event recaps. Thank you again for your support! To check out Mark Gomez Rider Profile: Gomez

USA Riders Mark Gomez & Zack Bright Attending.

Liquid Militia is stoked to announce that we will be attending the 2012 Daytona Freeride.
The dates for this even are set for January 12-15, 2012 (Friday-Monday). This event is free to spectators and anyone who want to come & hang out and watch some seriously skilled riders including some of our team. Liquid Militia will have a small booth set up with “Daytona Freeride” specials for anyone who want’s to score some sweet deals on some of our products.

Photo Left to Right: Mike Petro, Derek Fuoco, Ian Roberts, Mark Gomez, Brock Austin, Jeff Bolte, Mate Juarez, Jake Zier, Ryan Decker

Riders Allegedly Attending are:
Zack Bright
Mark Gomez
Cuong Son
Mike Petro
Chris Anyzeski
Jeff Bolte
Derik Kantz
For all the details you need to know please visit the official web site for this event:
Daytona Freeride Official Web Site
We will be updating this event as soon as we have more info to add to it, so make sure to check back to see whats going to go down. Liquid Militia

Random clips of our rider Zack Bright doing some surf riding at Pismo Beach, CA. This is a quick video of clips we tossed together, a little insight on why Zack likes to ride Pismo, who he looks up to, and who he riders with.

Zack Bright  is your 2011 IFWA 3rd Place World Champion Pro Class.

Zack Bright at 2011 World Freeride Championship

Catching up with Liquid Militia Team Rider Zack Bright On The IFWA Freeride World Championship, on his rookie year.

Name of the event you attended?
JET WAVES WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – IFWA FREERIDE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2011

Date of this event?
it was October 21st through the 23rd, 2011

Location of comp?
Picarras, Santa Catarina, Brazil

Class?
Pro

Your overall placing at this event?
I placed 5th.

Your overall placing for the IFWA world tour?
3rd Place.

How do you feel you did at this final round?
Im not totally happy with 5th. The worst thing in any contest is to get knocked out of it. knowing you didn’t get to ride to your full potential. I had really high hopes and it just didn’t work out.

How did you like riding the ski you had to ride? Since it was not your own personal ski?
The ski was actually a decent ski, it was an old Lenzi hull that was shortened and had lowered gunwales. I’m pretty good at adapting to different skis but Jake Montandon and I couldn’t dial in the steering quite right on it so that made things hard. in my critical heat against Tiago the ski died after a roll and i couldn’t get it started for like 35 seconds. i waved recue in and they were about to tow me in, i decided id try to start it again and the ski fired right up. they untied me and i went at it again, did a flip, the ski died again…. wouldn’t start for another 25 seconds, i was punching the ski and the bars in frustration because i knew it was over. my mind was messed up at that point. i lost the heat and then lost my LCQ round…. it was hard for me. the ski never had that problem again…

What or would you have done anything differently if you could go back for this last round in Brazil?
I don’t know. the things that happened were out of my hands. i guess rode my LCQ round like i rode the big air event after i found out i was out of the contest. i had no more stress at that point and Lenzi stomped a double barrel roll so i knew i couldn’t win the big air. i only had 2 mins and did all but 2 tricks i know how to do and even almost landed a barrel roll re-entry…I need to not stress out so much and just ride like i always do.

How does it feel to have actually made the trek to three different countries and competed for the 1st time in your career?
Its a cool feeling. it was my rookie year and i had a plan to go for it. my goal was to get top 3. i succeeded and im happy about that. it had its ups and downs but i wouldn’t trade it for the world. i went to 3 different countries this year that i have never been to all because i ride a jet ski…. when you sit back and think, thats pretty frekin cool.

Do you have any plans to do the tour next year?
For sure. this is who i am. Possible 5 stop tour next year. Bring it.

Do you feel like you are a top competitor in the world of Professional Freeriding?
I do. Ive really pushed to get to this point and im no where near done.

You seem to have stepped it up real quick this year, how did that happen so fast?
My career in this sport has had more downs than ups for me since i started. I take anger and frustration and turn it into motivation to be a better rider. what we do in this sport is gnarly and to step up fast… you kinda need to not care what happens to you… its kinda reckless but that my style. either im going to make that trick, or im going to eat shit hard. I want this. ill do whatever it takes to get it.

3rd place overall for the IFWA overall how does the sound of that make you feel?
It feels awesome. definitely has a ring to it hahaha. im stoked. I hope my sponsors who have been there since the beginning are too.

Anything you would like to add about this event that might be interesting?
This event had a double elimination. there were two LCQs. you could lose both heats but still win your LCQs and advance as a wildcard. i think that really should be introduced to every stop. we spend a lot of time and money to go to these places and its nice that it doesn’t have to be over right off the bat.

We think you did a awesome job and want to applaud you for the accomplishments you have made this year, we are proud to have you on our team.
Thanks guys, Means a lot! thanks for your guys’s support over the years.

Check out Zack’s profile here Zack Bright.

(Zack Bright getting in a little practice riding before he left for Brazil)

Liquid Militia Rider Zack Bright is heading to the final event of the IFWA Freeride World Championships in Brazil.  Zack has been ramping up his tricks this past season in preparation to bring home a world championship title.  Liquid Militia caught up with Zack just before he took off for Brazil, here are a few Q&A’s we hit him up about.

LM: This will be your 3^rd comp toward the IFWA how might that play out bringing home an overall title for 2011?

ZB: Yep, 3rd and Final competition. Currently I am sitting in 3rd position behind Ross Champion in 1st place and Pierre Maixent in 2^nd.  But Ross is not coming this year and it’s still unsure if Pierre will be there… no one knows?   If he is there than it will be tough to win the tour, because he’s solid on the airs, but if he is not then I have a very good chance of walking away with a World Title.  Just have to get through Alexander Lenzi… which will not be easy at all either.  I’m just going to try my hardest and throw it down and have a great time doing it.

LM:  What were your results at the other two International competitions earlier this year?

ZB: The first stop was France where I got 3rd place..  The second was Pacific city, Oregon where I blew it and got 5^th, all part of the International Tour. This round I really hope to win. I’m hungry for a 1st place so I’m going to go all in.

LM: What ski are you riding at the World Championships?

ZB: That is slightly up in the air at this point. I was supposed to ride a Jetmotion prepared boat but sadly they are not going to make it this year. I’ll probably ride a boat from Tchello Brando. It’s difficult because getting a solid boat in Brazil is huge and can make or break your performance. Kinda stressful, but this is what a lot of competitors struggle with, ‘man and machine’.

LM: Do you have any plans for busting out any new tricks at this comp?

ZB: Ummmm we will see. I have a pretty big bag o’ tricks at this point but there are a few things Ive been thinking about. Let’s see what my ride gives up.

LM:  Exposed?

ZB: Well, first off participating in this event generates exposure for the sport and my sponsors. Secondly, I really hope to gain additional support from current or future sponsors to help offset the ‘pay out of pocket’ effect and I’ve paid some heavy dues.  To sustain a level off commitment requires additional funds and that generates product exposure in return for my endorsements.

LM:  Final Words?

ZB: Thanks to all my freeride friends for their support and help this past season. It’s been a really good year and It’s cool getting some high fives from fellow riders and the guys I have looked up to. I want to thank my family and my Girlfirend Kristen. If it wasn’t for them I wouldn’t be on the tour rounds. To all  my sponsors for hooking me up: Light-Weight.de, Cold-Fusion, Blowsion, Hydro-Turf, Liquid Militia, Kal-Gard Oil, Premier Lath & Plaster, and Go-Pro.  I’ve had a good Rookie year on the tour gaining experience and exposure and I’m looking down the line years ahead. I want to step up the pace and draw attention to the best sport in the watercraft community, we have it all!

Check out Zack’s profile here Zack Bright.

Event Info// Jet Waves

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Mark Gomez left, Christian Young Right

Liquid Militia Team Riders take home top placings at the 2011 Blowsion Surf Slam. Christian Young is the amateur Freeride champion, and
Mark Gomez got 9th in pro freeride and 1st in the Pro Motosurf Race. Tanner Thomas had an injury and did not finish. Zack Bright I’m not sure how he did yet. Congradulaions to our riders this weekend on your victorys!!

So far in the mix attending, representing, for Liquid Militia will be//
1. Zack Bright- Pro Freeride
2. Stanton High- Pro Freeride
3. Mark Gomez- Pro Freeride
3. Christian Young- Am Freeride
4. Tanner Thomas- Am Freeride & Moto Surf Racing

 
For more information on this event please visit the official site

www.blowsionsurfslam.com

. From Left to Right Christian Young, Jake Bright, Mark Gomez, Zack Bright, and Tanner Thomas .

Where do we start? How about with the Grayland Open Freeride Competition top winners!  Days before the event our team riders were making their convoy preparations.

ZACK ATTACK 

Liquid Militia Team Rider Zack Bright packed up his war “Bright’s” black and yellow machine.  Zack’s father, Jack Bright and up and comer free rider lil’ brother Jake Bright made it a family caravan.  Heading up from Southern California to Grayland Open for the hours long and thousand plus mile trip, heading into the competition fringe.  It pays to stick together, the edge is a place of reckoning and Zack pressurized blasts stop hits off of steep walls.

TEEN SENSATION

Fellow Liquid Militia rider Chrstian Young who is only 13 years old from Oceanside California had his father Mike Young bring him and his ride up to Washington. The Young’s stopped off and picked up Mark Gomez.  Making this trip a ‘Triple Threat’ road trip of a Liquid Militia Force Multiplier by the end of the journey!

TANNER TIME

Liquid Militia’s newest addition to the 2011 team is Tanner Thomas.  Tanner definitely has one of the crazy travel adventures.  Tanner hails from Alaska and had to load his truck and jet skis, put them on a barge to cross the ocean.  Landing in Seattle, Washington Tanner flies into Seattle and has to pick up his vehicle delivery from AML.  Tanner then drives down to Washington to get onboard the Grayland Open Liquid Militia Express!  Lucky for Tanner AML is a coveted sponsor of his, and not only support Tanner, but by doing so, they support Freeride.

FANTASTIC FOUR

The meet and greet of Liquid Militia Team riders is finalized Thursday in Washington and from there, only history awaits performance. And in their own words, we step aside.

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Tanner-

“Yes I was run absolutely ragged.   I competed in Amateur Freeride, Pro Moto Surf, Sit Down Freeride and the Big Air Comp. I went out and hucked a backflip for the Big Air comp. First flip of the year on my new ski. I had some water ingestion issues and didn’t get to ride to my full potential on the semi-final round, but I had an absolute blast and it was the perfect way to kick off my Summer tour! The Grayland Open is a very important event as an amateur freerider.  I am so thankful for all the people who make that event happen, it was a great success, I appreciate my sponsors support.”

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Zack-

“I hurt my ankle during a flat landing on the Madonna Flip during the Big Air Event. My foot stayed in the foothold and my right knee bent left and almost touched the Hydro-Turf while my hip remained straight soooo…. pop goes the weasel! I thought it was ok until i tried to put weight on it and then I knew it was bad. It really sucked because I wanted to put on a show for everyone but sometimes things don’t go the way you want them.  But hey, at least it is not broken and I snagged the win.”

“I just want to say how proud I am of Christian Young.  And my Brother Jake Bright. The amount of skills these 2 have put together in such a short amount of time is amazing. What’s really cool is how these 2 have become good friends and are always pushing each other to the next level. I’m also stoked on Tanner Thomas from good ole Alaska.  This kid hasn’t rode surf since Surf Slam. He comes to Grayland and walks away with 3 trophies!  The kid has skills and I can’t wait to see what he, Christian, and Jake bring to the table come the 2011 Surf Slam.’

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Mark-

“I played Mike Young and Mc’ed the entire event to call tricks for the judges but ended up turning into being the full event MC. It was a great event to be at. That really brought us together in the spirit of Freeride. It wasn’t about us; it was about giving our freeride groms the best competition and most positive experience that they could get.  Just seeing the level of amplitude and intensity that came out of Christian Young and Jake Bright in this contest, made the entire trip worth it. I am so proud of our little McNugget Christian for literally almost going for broke. There may have been no prize money or incentive to make it out there but just the entire atmosphere that was around that event ,was what will most likely bring riders like Zack Bright and myself back out next year.”

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Christian-
“Grayland was an awesome experience for me. I had a great time! I ended up hurting my ankle in the final heat up against Jake Bright fighting for first place. I did what felt like a Bright back flip and I came down really flat on the landing.  When I landed I fell off the back of the tray and I tweaked it ‘just right’. The E.M.T. said that I sprained it really bad but I am now on the way to recovery fast and I am ready for Surf Slam! I ended up taking second and I’m proud of my performance.’

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LIQUID MILITIA TEAM RIDERS OVERALL RESULTS:

1. Zack Bright// 1st place big air competition.

2. Mark Gomez// 1st place Pro motosurf race, and 2nd place big air competition.

3. Christian Young// 2nd place Amateur Freeride.

4. Tanners Results// 4th place Amateur Freeride, 2nd place Runabout, 4th place big air competition open, and 3rd place Pro motosurf race.

VIDEO CLIPS FROM THE CONTEST: 

Zack’s Big Air video
http://www.youtube.com/v/qqhuHje9POs
Gomez Big Air video
http://www.youtube.com/v/5SU5hDY5umg

Mike Young got bomb photos, but what did you expect?

LIQUID MILITIA TEAM RIDERS

1. Mark Gomez- Rider Profile

2. Zack Bright-  Rider Profile

3. Christian Young

4. Tanner Thomas- Rider Profile

THE COMPANY:

Liquid Militia is a legit and well-established apparel brand. http://www.LiquidMilitia.com

Here is what we ended up sending to the Grayland Open. Donation for the freeride competition, big air comp, and motosurf racing event.

The Grayland Open is Aug 6th and 7th, 2011. This year is going to be bigger and badder. Not only will the Freeride competition continue again this year, we are also happy to announce we will be holding a big air competition, as well as motosurf racing.

Liquid Miltiia Riders who are attending: Zack Bright, Mark gomez and Tanner Thomas, and Christian Young.

- Zack Bright is competing in the BIG Air Comp, he will also be a judge for the AM freeride contest, and he will be doing a freeride clinic.

- Mark Gomez is competing in Pro motosurf, and the BIG air contest.

- Tanner Thomas is competing in AM freeride, Pro moto surf, and sit down freeride if a friends ski makes it. Any a Maybe on the BIG air comp.

- Christian Young is competing in AM freeride.

For more information on this event please go to: http://www.graylandopen.com/

For Immediate Release, May 27^th 2011

“So it’s on. I’m going to France to give the World tour a go at Jet Jump Extreme 2011’.  Zack Bright is the first Liquid Militia Team Rider on the Tour WOOT WOOOOT!  Zack is a highly accomplished Big Air rider, taking top honors in the 2010 Blowsion Big Air Contest.  Something Zack does instinctively is pushing the roof on his stylized Rickter Freeride stand-up. 

Zack Bright//Pismo Beach, CA

Zack will be competing in France on a “Revolution” model LightWeight.de hull, Using a ski that’s not his own once again like he did at the 2011 Peruvian International Freeride Championship. Zack competed on a fully stock Super jet at the Peruvian event and stomped a solid 2nd place. No matter what type of ski Zack is on he’s a first class competitor and earns top ranking. One skill that most can’t touch with this type of versatility, a keen nature for winning drives Zack.

“I leave the 29th this month and I won’t be back until the 7^th of June. It’s like a 2 in 1 contest. It’s the Jet Jump Extreme for the French tour and then the IFWA 1st stop”, states Zack.

“If you qualified top 10 in IFWA last year you don’t have to ride the JJE and just ride the IFWA but since I didn’t place in the top 10 there, the JJE is like qualifying for the IFWA…. its kinda confusing but basically I will be in 2 contests if all goes well. Anyone can win the JJE and someone else can win the 1st round. Hell yea lets blow this sh*t up baby!  Looking forward to doing big things over there, big air and fun times, supporting Freeride!”, says Bright.

Zack is an US Ambassador for Freeride and for living the Liquid Militia lifestyle, here and abroad.  We define our limits and open boundaries in the pursuit of having fun, challenging creative pursuits and taking no prisoners. Liquid Militia rides to the top.  Can’t wait to hear ‘Back from Zack’ when the French assault is underway and complete.  Check it out: www.LiquidMilitia.com and define your next move.

Zack Bright//Blowsion Surf Slam 2010

2011 IFWA World Tour

The beginning round of the IFWA world tour will begin in France as part of the Jet Jump Extreme event in June 2, 2011.Jet Jump will be the French National event and will judged and scored as per the French Federation rules 

The top 8 pilots from the French National event will qualify to compete in the IFWA World tour opening competition held on Sunday, June 5th against the top 8 IFWA pilots from last season’s ranking. Sundays event will be scored as defined by IFWA rules and be matched head to head. The Top 8 pilots from 2010 automatically qualify for the opening 2011IFWA round. Participation in the French competition is optional.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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IFWA HISTORY-International Freeride Watercraft Association

http://www.ifwa.com.br/ing/history.htm

The Company

Liquid Militia is a legit and well-established apparel brand. We are here to support the action sports underground, just as we have been doing since the beginning. Liquid Militia also supports mainstream sports like every other up and coming clothing company. Liquid Militia means something different to everyone and we are not going to define it for you. Liquid Militia is what you want it to be.

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2011 Peruvian International Freeride Championship

Lima, Peru

Asociacion Peruana De Motos Acuaticas – APMA – It’s Freeride Time!

Liquid Militia is once again proud to announce two of our team riders will be competing at the January 29^th event. Zach Bright who recently took top honors for the Blowsion Surf Slam ‘Big Air; Contest will be on the roster. Liquid Militia team mate Jared Aljouny will join him on the trek to South America. A host of international talent will round out the invitational only event.

Zack Bright//Photo taken at the 2010 Bloswion Surf Slam

This is the second annual Peruvian Free Ride Championship. The South American season is opposite of North America so they are enjoying their late summer months and weather patterns, while we are deep in winter.

The Peruvian beach front will be full of spectators attending this happening event. The competition Yamaha Super Jets are provided by Yamaha of Peru.

First thought about Peru

With Zack Bright? ‘I’m super excited, should be a good time, it’s my first time traveling to South America. They have stock, (really stock) super jets. We can bring parts for Yamahas if we have them and their mechanics will install them. I don’t have any, so I’ll be on a ‘really stock’ one. Nobody has an advantage, everybody is just riding stock boats; it should be good. A lot of surf riding, that’s going to be the good thing.’

Is your passport ready? ‘Yeah, but I just realized I should figure if I have a VISA. I am flying ‘Aero Mexico’ to Peru. Jared is flying out of San Francisco, and I’m flying out of LAX. Hasta Luego!’

Que Pasa? ‘I know nothing about Lima, I’m going in blind, so I don’t know what to expect, I’m excited to go; Freeriding is taking me places!’

Your Invite? ‘Ross Champion gave me the spot, and that means a lot to me. The Champion called so I got to go represent for Ross, should be good! I’m stokked, can’t wait to go and promote our team, American and the sport of Freeride. We arrive on the 26^th, Press

Conference is on the 27^th, ride Peruvian surf, see Lima and leave the 30^th. I saw pictures from last year and the waves look good!’

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We headed up the 2010 Blowsion Surf Slam located in Pacific City, OR. In support of our Freeride-Jet Ski team riders; Stanton High, Cuong Son, Mark Gomez, Zack Bright, Jared Ajlouny, and Christian Young. This is a little video we threw together highlighting the “Best of” our team riders during their heats. Music By//Logical Terror. A Music band we are also sponsoring. Check them out on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/LOGICALTERROR

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September 10-12, 2010, Pacific City, Oregon USA
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Team Liquid Militia arrived from Southern California by caravan, air and land. Trucks, rental cars, trailers and competition boats descended early on the morning of Friday the 10th for qualifying positions in gloomy weather. Saturday preliminaries and Sunday’s finals shone in perfect conditions and closed with fog. The LM team set up a Liquid Militia Team House a typical of our ‘KOABFD’ way of life. Good Times!

Liquid Militia’s Zack Bright takes the spotlight with an overall win in the K&S Kuwait Big Air Showdown! Zack pulled off the biggest solo trick on 3 runs and earned himself $500.00. This was Zack’s first time competing on his brand new Freeride Rickter boat, an impressive debut.

Mark Gomez was not only battling in the Surf Slam, but exhaustion from driving 24 hours straight up the Western Coastline from California, an arduous 1200 mile trek. Mark was throwing decent no handed barrel rolls one after the other on his ‘Black Pearl’ Yamaha Super Jet.

Cuong Son scoped up the wild card for the finals on his Rickter. ‘King Cuong’ was picking off the set waves and did his reverse foot aerials. Cuong was going big and hitting one hand and foot nose stabs. Cuong was hitting big air Nor Cal Style, and is getting used to his new Rickter.

Stanton High was riding his newly acquired Yamaha Super Jet and bombing huge re-entries and low tucks. He has his own style unique to himself and not like any other riders. He really stands out in the surf with his fluid and laid back but aggressive rides.

Jared Ajlouny wanted to do a double back flip for the Big Air show but never captured a worthy wave in his heat. He was hoping for better surf conditions but they never arrived. Jared pulled off a single back flip with the water that was delivered on his yellow hull.

The Liquid Militia Team was ‘Team Yellow’ this past weekend, with most of our riders on yellow stand up. We are very proud to be working with some of the finest talent in the PWC community.

LM Team Placings
1st Place in the K&S Kuwait Big Air taken by Zack Bright. Mark Gomez, Stanton High and Maxime Baroero all ‘tied’ for fifth place in the Pro Freeride Competition. Zach Bright placed 9th ‘tied’ with Bruno Jacob, Chris Rosner, Jerry Jones, Cuong Son, Tiago Geitens, and Jerry Brandon.

Cold Fusion, Hydro Turf, Premier Lath & Plaster, Liquid Militia, Powder & Sun Ride Shop

Cuong Son-Pro Freeride

Blowsion, Rickter, X-Scream, Liquid Militia, Slippery, Riva Yamaha, Hydro Turf

Mark Gomez-Pro Freeride/Big Air

Liquid Militia, Jet ski Solutions, Hydro Turf, Pacific Motorsports, LEHR Performance Watercraft, Wamiltons Customs, Leg Drag, Pacseal Hydraulics, Performance Fiberglass, AC Racing, Cold Fusion.

Stanton High-Pro Freeride

Roaring Lion, TC Freeride, Liquid Militia

Jared Ajlouny-Big Air

Liquid Militia, Kali Helmets

- Your Name?

Zack Bright

- When did you decide to do the Grayland Freeride comp?

It kina just fell into my lap, Mark Gomez had plans in motion to go but had another opportunity come up and hooked me up on the ticket!

- Your ride for the comp?

I’m pretty sure Matt_e’s sweet super jet.

- When do you have lift off for the Grayland Open? and what do you think about that?

i leave Thursday at 6:30 which means i have to be on the road at 4AM and I’m not to stoked about it…. im not a morning person so its gonna suck but who cares I’m going to Grayland! W00T!

- How long will you be gone for?

I’ll be gone until Monday.

- Do you have any tricks up your sleeve?

not really, maybe a couple new variations but other than that just surfing.

- Have you ever been to WA?

no so im pretty stoked. jet ski’s have taken me to some cool places for sure.

- Will this be your 1st comp for 2010?

No, i went out to Gold Coast, Australia to compete in the Monster Australian open. I did terrible, the ski i borrowed didn’t help either, but overall it was a great experience I’ll never forget. Oz is paradise.

- How do you think your going to do?

I hope to do well. we’ll see what happens

- One thing your not going to for get to take with you?

Bilge pumps…. and motor mounts…

- Who are your sponsors?

Sponsors are ; Premire Lath & Plaster, Cold-Fusion Billit, Hydro-Turf, Kal-Gard Oil, Powder And Sun Rideshop, and Liquid Militia.

- What’s one thing you hope to take away from doing this event?

Experience and progression, that’s what I’m shooting for. Two things lol.

- After Grayland what’s next for you?

Next is try and get ready for Blowsion Surf Slam, I’ve had ski trouble all summer so i need to get back on my ski and go.

Those are a few quick Q&A’s about what’s about to go down this coming weekend straight form Zack. We will keep you posted!

Zack’s Facebook page:

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