Raph Derome, une icône du wakeboard, tire sa révérence avec le film “Au Revoir”, disponible en intégralité et gratuitement sur Red Bull TV. Ce documentaire poignant revient sur la carrière exceptionnelle de ce champion, un voyage marqué par un héritage familial compétitif et une rivalité fraternelle qui a sans cesse alimenté son ascension vers les sommets de ce sport.

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Né dans une famille où le wakeboard est bien plus qu’un simple loisir, Raph Derome a grandi avec la pression de la performance et l’excellence comme normes. Son frère aîné, Oli Derome, lui-même un talentueux wakeboarder, a été à la fois son plus grand rival et son plus grand allié. Cette dynamique familiale a forgé le caractère et la détermination de Raph, le poussant à repousser constamment ses limites et à se perfectionner.

Le film “Au Revoir” retrace les moments marquants de la carrière de Raph, depuis ses débuts sur l’eau jusqu’à ses triomphes dans les compétitions internationales. Mais au-delà des victoires et des trophées, ce documentaire met en lumière l’homme derrière le champion. On y découvre ses doutes, ses sacrifices, et la quête incessante de liberté et d’authenticité qui l’a guidé tout au long de sa carrière.

Ce Film  souligne la modestie de Raph Derome, malgré ses nombreux succès. Bien qu’il ait souvent été sous les projecteurs, Raph est resté une figure discrète et humble, préférant laisser parler ses performances sur l’eau. Son retrait de la compétition marque la fin d’une ère pour le wakeboard, mais son influence perdurera à travers ceux qu’il a inspirés et les records qu’il a établis.

“Au Revoir” n’est pas seulement un film sur le sport, c’est un hommage à un athlète exceptionnel et à sa passion inébranlable pour le wakeboard. C’est aussi un rappel de l’importance de suivre ses rêves, peu importe les obstacles. Pour les fans de wakeboard et les novices, ce film est une invitation à plonger dans l’univers d’un des plus grands wakeboarders de tous les temps et à célébrer la carrière d’un champion qui a marqué son époque.

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UN ÉTÉ DÉCALÉ

Même si la météo ne le laisse pas transparaître, le wakeboarder Jules Charraud sonne l’arrivée de l’été en Bretagne ! Vêtu de son ciré jaune, le prodige toulousain de 24 ans sillonne les côtes bretonnes avec sa planche, en reprenant toutes les activités estivales que l’on peut faire en vacances (snorkling, chateaux de sable, char à voile, visite des parcs à huîtres…). Sur la mer, sous l’eau, sur la plage, sur un chalutier… rien n’arrête Jules et son wake dans leur exploration décalée du littoral armoricain. Grâce à son treuil portable, il transforme chaque étendue en un espace de performance incroyable, avec comme maîtres mots : technique et créativité.TOUR D’HORIZON BRETOND’un chalutier à Plougrescant aux rochers de Porz Hir Plage, en passant par la piscine emblématique de Saint-Malo, Jules explore une large partie des côtes bretonnes. Le Toulousain termine son escapade sur la plage de Plestin-les-Grèves, survolant un immense château de sable, façonné pour l’occasion par l’artiste Stephen Lozza, champion de France de sculpture sur sable. 40 tonnes de sable auront été nécessaires pour la réalisation de cette œuvre d’art éphémère.

TOUR D’HORIZON BRETON

D’un chalutier à Plougrescant aux rochers de Porz Hir Plage, en passant par la piscine emblématique de Saint-Malo, Jules explore une large partie des côtes bretonnes. Le Toulousain termine son escapade sur la plage de Plestin-les-Grèves, survolant un immense château de sable, façonné pour l’occasion par l’artiste Stephen Lozza, champion de France de sculpture sur sable. 40 tonnes de sable auront été nécessaires pour la réalisation de cette œuvre d’art éphémère. Un tour d’horizon des côtes bretonnes invitant à l’aventure et à la créativité pour commencer l’été de la meilleure manière qui soit.

A PROPOS DE JULES CHARAUD

Jules Charraud a commencé le wakeboard à 10 ans, dans le Val-d’Oise, à Cergy. Quatorze ans plus tard, il est adoubé par James Windsor, triple Champion du Monde et légende de la discipline : « Jules fait partie des riders qui ont le plus de potentiel sur cette planète. Il a une technique de ride super complète. ». Plus qu’une discipline, un mode de vie, que le désormais toulousain n’incarne pas que sur sa planche. Passionné de design et de tatouage, ce guitariste amateur qui vit dans son camion aménagé au TNG wakepark de l’isle Jourdain, près de Toulouse, incarne parfaitement l’esprit wakeboard. Côté carrière, Jules Charraud veut prendre son temps, mais avec un objectif clair en tête : « Je souhaite continuer de développer mon approche du wakeboard et continuer de jouer sur l’aspect créatif de cette pratique ».

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Red Bull Wake Duel 2024 : Strap in, close the doors, and brace yourselves for a thrilling descent! Get ready for the adrenaline-pumping action of the Red Bull WakeDuel 2024, streaming live from 313 Cable Park starting at 1:30 PM CEST on Saturday, June 8.

During the Wednesday qualifying rounds, competitors will vie for a spot alongside the pre-qualified riders to compete for victory and a major portion of the prize money come Saturday. The lineup features some top-tier talent ready to hit the water.

This year’s event includes a new broadcasting schedule: the women’s finals will air starting from the Round of 8, and the men’s finals from the Round of 16. Tune into the live stream beginning in the afternoon at 13:30 Central European Summer Time (CEST).

For international wakeboard enthusiasts, here’s when you can catch the action:

Broadcast Times by Time Zone:

• 2:30 PM — Lithuania (Local Time)
• 1:30 PM — Germany
• 7:30 AM — Florida
• 6:30 PM — Bangkok
• 9:30 PM — Sydney

Event Schedule:

• 1:30 PM: Start of Live Stream
• 2:00 PM: Pro Women Round 8 & 4
• 3:00 PM: Pro Men Round 16, 8 & 4
• 5:00 PM: Pro Women Final
• 5:15 PM: Pro Men Final
• 6:00 PM: Award Ceremony

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This is a must-watch event for every wakeboarding fan around the globe!

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Felix, Dom, Tobi, and Sam recently embarked on an unforgettable adventure to Raf’s family’s private island in Indonesia. The invitation promised a week of pure excitement and adrenaline as they geared up to conquer the insane System2.0 park nestled on the island.

Set against the backdrop of pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters, the secluded island provided the perfect playground for these pro wakeboarders. With nothing but the sound of the waves and the thrill of the ride, they wasted no time in pushing the limits of their skills.

Raf, Manu, and Jamal played gracious hosts, opening up their stunning island paradise for this exclusive filming opportunity. Their hospitality and generosity made the experience even more memorable for the riders, who soaked in every moment of their time on the island.

As the cameras rolled and the boards hit the water, Felix, Dom, Tobi, and Sam showcased their mastery of the sport, executing jaw-dropping tricks and gravity-defying stunts. Each jump and twist was a testament to their dedication and passion for wakeboarding.

With the support of their hosts and the breathtaking surroundings fueling their adrenaline, the riders embraced the challenge of Raf’s System2.0 park with enthusiasm and skill. From sunrise sessions to sunset rides, they made the most of every opportunity to shred and explore the possibilities of the park.

As the week came to a close, the memories created on Raf’s private island will linger on for Felix, Dom, Tobi, and Sam. It was more than just a wakeboarding adventure—it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that brought together friends, adrenaline, and the beauty of Indonesia’s natural wonders.

Thanks to Raf, Manu, and Jamal for opening their doors and allowing these pro wakeboarders to share in the magic of their private island paradise. Until next time, the thrill of the ride and the camaraderie forged on this unforgettable journey will continue to inspire and motivate.

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Guenther Oka Takes Wakeboarding to New Extremes in the Florida Everglades

The thrill of wakeboarding takes a wild turn in the latest adventure featuring professional wakeboarder Guenther Oka. Known for pushing the boundaries of the sport, Oka’s newest escapade sees him exploring the expansive wetlands of the Florida Everglades, towed not by a typical boat, but by a roaring airboat. This exhilarating ride, set in a region where over 30% of Florida’s area is made up of wetlands, offers a fresh and thrilling perspective on both wakeboarding and this unique natural habitat.

The Florida Everglades, a vast and sprawling ecosystem, presents the perfect backdrop for this high-octane adventure. The airboat, a vehicle synonymous with the Everglades due to its ability to navigate shallow, vegetation-rich waters, proves to be an exceptional partner in crime for Oka. It provides the necessary speed and power to create the perfect wake for boarding, all while manoeuvring through narrow waterways and dense foliage that are inaccessible to most other boats.

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Guenther Oka’s journey through these wild wetlands is not just a test of his wakeboarding prowess but also an opportunity to interact with one of the most unique ecosystems on the planet. As Oka skims across the water, he is surrounded by the rich biodiversity of the Everglades. From herons taking flight at the water’s edge to alligators lurking beneath the surface, the natural inhabitants of this area add an element of awe and unpredictability to the experience.

The video capturing this journey is nothing short of spectacular. It showcases Oka performing incredible tricks and jumps against the lush, untamed backdrop of the Everglades. The footage is interspersed with breathtaking shots of the scenery and wildlife, highlighting the stark contrast between the aggressive athleticism of wakeboarding and the serene natural beauty of the surroundings.

This wakeboarding session goes beyond conventional sporting videos by integrating the elements of speed, nature, and adrenaline-fueled excitement. The airboat’s powerful engine echoes through the wetlands, creating a symphony of nature and machine that adds to the rawness of the adventure. The viewer is left with a palpable sense of the speed and skill involved, as Oka masters the unpredictable waters whipped up by the airboat.

Moreover, the video serves as a vivid reminder of the Everglades’ fragility and the importance of conserving such unique environments. It juxtaposes human innovation and nature’s grandeur, inviting viewers to consider the impact of their recreational activities on the world’s natural wonders.

Guenther Oka’s airboat-towed ride through the Everglades is not just a showcase of wakeboarding talent but a bold statement on the fusion of sport and environment. For enthusiasts and novices alike, this video is a call to explore and appreciate the wild spaces around us in new and exciting ways. It challenges the conventions of water sports, making us rethink what is possible on a wakeboard while prompting us to keep an eye out for the gators lurking below.

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Raw wakeboarding :Experience the adrenaline rush as Red Bull athlete Claudia Pagnini and wakeboarding pro Victor Salmon hit Thai Wake Park! In this action-packed video, watch these elite wakeboarders execute jaw-dropping stunts and tricks, all captured with the new GoPro Hero 12. Get up close and personal with raw laps, breathtaking jumps, and high-flying tricks. Whether you’re a wakeboarding enthusiast or just love extreme sports, this video is packed with high-octane action. Don’t miss out on the latest GoPro footage showcasing wakeboarding like you’ve never seen before! Hit that subscribe button for more thrilling content, and let us know your favorite stunts in the comments below!

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates – December 4, 2023: Brian Grubb, the American Wakeskating pioneer and three-time world champion, has accomplished an unprecedented feat in an innovative project that merged drone Wakeskating and BASE jumping. Perched atop the sky bridge at Dubai’s Address Beach Resort, the Guinness World Record-holding infinity pool sits an astonishing 294 meters above sea level.

Grubb’s audacious journey commenced with a 94-meter wakeskating glide across the rooftop pool, towed by a drone, followed by a leap over the pool’s edge. This seamlessly transitioned into a thrilling 77-story BASE jump, culminating in a successful landing at the beach below. This groundbreaking achievement, known as “WakeBASE,” brought Grubb’s seven-year-old dream to fruition, marking a historic milestone. Here’s a comprehensive overview:

1. Unparalleled Challenge: The WakeBASE project presented an unparalleled challenge for Brian Grubb, renowned for wakeskating in unique locations worldwide, including Jordan’s Wadi al-Hidan canyon, Cape Cod’s icebergs, and Türkiye’s Cleopatra Pool. The combination of Wakeskating and BASE jumping had never been attempted before, and Grubb was determined to be the pioneer.
2. Seven-Year Dream: Grubb expressed his motivation, stating, “I wanted to be the first person to do a combination of Wakeskating switch into BASE jump and push myself to the highest level in my sports. I’ve had this idea for seven years, and not a day goes by when I’m not thinking about it.”
3. Meticulous Preparation: Grubb enlisted the expertise of Miles Daisher, a renowned BASE jump legend, to design a rigorous training program. With over 4,500 BASE jumps to his name, Daisher focused on building Grubb’s skills, recognizing the need for extensive training due to Grubb’s limited 26 BASE jumps by December 2022.
4. Training Locations: The duo trained at Daisher’s facility in Idaho, USA, mastering exit points ranging from 106m to 121m. Subsequently, they moved to Lauterbrunen, Switzerland, known for being a BASE jump haven, tackling exit points, including the challenging High Ultimate at 305m. Grubb accrued 106 BASE jumps under Daisher’s guidance.
5. Partnership with Prada: In collaboration with Prada, Grubb donned custom Prada Linea Rossa performance gear, specially optimized for both Wakeskating and BASE jumping. The gear included shoes designed for optimal grip on the custom Prada Linea Rossa Wake Skate.
6. Drone Development: Drone developer Sebastian Stare and his team custom-engineered a drone tailored for WakeBASE. Stare explained that the drone’s unique features, from hardware components to software, were designed to enhance flight behavior for Wakeskate moves, with insights from Brian himself.
7. Culmination of Passion: Grubb’s WakeBASE project represents the culmination of over 20 years of Wakeskating and 15 years of skydiving, blending his two greatest passions seamlessly.
8. Ideal Location: Grubb highlighted the significance of the chosen location, the Address Beach Resort in Dubai, with the world’s highest invisible edge pool. The building’s setup, pool curvature, and expansive beach landing area perfectly suited the unique requirements of the project.

– On the unique location, Grubb concluded: “When we got this idea we looked for high water and there’s not much out there. Then we saw the Address Beach Resort in Dubai with the highest invisible edge pool in the world and we had to come take a look at it. The building is set up for us, the way the pool curves is perfect for me as I’m right foot forward and the shape is what we needed for the ramp and then there’s this nice big landing area on the beach. As soon as we got eyes on it in person, we knew it was on and that’s when the real mission started.”

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Save the date: Sept  16th

Top pro wakeboarders from around the world return to compete in Orlando on Sept. 16, free admission for all spectators at Gaston Edwards Park 

Red Bull Double or Nothing powered by Mastercraft brings the top wakeboarders in the world to Orlando in a winner-take-all, best trick competition behind the legendary MasterCraft XStar S. The competition pushes the sport’s best athletes to redefine what’s possible on a wakeboard.

Parks Bonifay is the creator of Red Bull Double or Nothing and a certified legend in the sport. He’s recruited the best of the best from around the world to compete on Saturday, September 16. Every year the world’s top wakeboarder’s attempt huge, never-done-before, history-making tricks at Red Bull Double or Nothing, and this year will be no exception.

The event gets its name from the “double-up”, which is the moment when two wakes combine into one, growing more than three times the size of a usual wake. This allows the pros to get massive air, allowing for huge tricks, and risking huge crashes.

Parks, an Orlando resident, is stoked to bring the world’s best back to his hometown crowd to compete; “Red Bull Double or Nothing is the most progressive wakeboard contest to date. As a rider in the event, one of the things I’m super pumped about is having a packed shore line full of people cheering and pushing us to land a trick that’s possibly never been done before. With $10,000 on the line, who knows, we might see the first ever triple flip! Gonna be a wild day, come down to Lake Ivanhoe and join the vibe!”

For the first time in the event’s history, two of the best women in the sport will be participating in a double-up exhibition on Saturday afternoon. Meagan Ethell is a 7 time World Champion living in Orlando. Jamie Lopino is also a World Champion and former Rider of the Year. Each will showcase their world-class talent and get in on the action, going bigger than either ever have ever before and  attempting their own double-ups.

Australia’s Sam Brown won last year’s event by nailing a Switch Double Moab (double backflip with a full 360), earning him the winner-take-all $10,000 prize. Sam will be returning this year and has plans to land that first ever triple flip.  Other stars of the sport that will be vying for that prize purse include Cory Teunissen, Steel Lafferty, Shota Tezuka and Luca Kidd.  Judges include 2020 winner Guenther Oka and veteran pro Jimmy LaRiche.

Last year the event introduced two wild card spots, saved for boarders in the general public who submit a video for a chance to be selected by Parks to compete. This proved to be a massive success, with twin Argentinian brothers Ulf and Kai Distch securing those spots, and then absolutely crushing it at the competition. They will both return as invited riders this year, with two new wildcard spots open. The submission phase is open as of August 18th and will close on September 1st. Tag @parxxx on Instagram with hashtag #doubleornothingwildcard before then send in your submission!

To see Parks and company send it on Lake Ivanhoe in person, head to Gaston Edwards Park on Saturday, Sept. 16^th from 9am-5pm. The day will be complete with food trucks, family-friendly games, and an open area for some of the best views of the lake to see a spectacle unlike any other in wakeboarding.

For anyone that can’t attend, all the action will be streamed live. Tune in to Send It Official’s YouTube Page on the 16th!

Red Bull Double or Nothing Athlete Roster

Parks Bonifay

Cory Teunissen

Shota Tezuka

Steel Lafferty

Danny Harf

Sam Brown

Luca Kidd

Tyler Higham

Rusty Malinoski 

Thomas Herman

Kai Distch

Ulf Distch

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YS4 Valdosta was  the  wakeboard Event to be , what can we said about the Valdosta Yardsale , Wakeboard and Wakeskate event  , Woodstock spirit , flower power and camper vans , Pro-rider from all over the world, the best filmmaker and photographer at the same time in the same place ….

Zeb Powell one of famous Redbull snowboarder come to meet the whole Space Mob team there , and to discover the spot to try to get  the same feeling on the setup than on snow in the mountains  when he ride there the new guns of Slingshot  ..

 YS4 Valdosta and Zeb Powell

News about the Winner of YS4 Valdosta : The Best Trick award this year  for men went to Quinn Silvernale, for the women to Anna Nikstad. Pedro Caldas delivered the Best Line, and Dary Znebel took Best Overall.

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Red Bull Wake Duel 2022 ,The french Speaking Livestream : Let’s get the Highlight of this First Wakeboard Red Bull event of this year with our 2 french Pro rider , Xavier Garni and Pierre Atruz

Enjoy this livestream and the highlights

Full results: Men’s category:

🥇 Trent Stuckey

🥈 Timo Kapl

🥉 Liam Brearly

Women’s category

🥇 Claudia Pagnini

🥈 Jaimie Lopina

🥉 Julia Rick

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