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Introducing the all-new 2021 Syndicate PRO. A new shape to take on the impossible. The new 2021 Syndicate PRO features a Narrower Width, from tip to tail. This allows the ski to roll on to a higher edge angle to drop into the turn more naturally while holding more direction into the wakes. We took the proven, rock solid stable Omega rockerline and increased it’s maneuverability by replacing the flat spot with a Continuous Radius Rocker. The 2021 PRO employs a rounder, larger bevel package that allows the ski to roll on edge better with increased stability. See the video to learn more or come check it out in person in the HO/Syndicate booth at US Nationals.

For 2021 we've updated the Syndicate Hardshell system with clutch improvements. Visit https://www.hosports.com/product/waterski-boots-syndicate-hardshell to learn more, get yours and step into the future!

The HO Venom Boot was a favorite in the early 2000s as a soft compliment to the best-selling Animal Boot Collection. Skiers enjoyed the softer feel of the Venom as a rear boot to compliment a stiff front boot. For 2021, we’ve taken that vision of optimized back boot performance, and developed it further. We employed a Soft Natural Rubber toe and heel and combined it with a Thin Natural Rubber overlay. Furthermore, we designed a Low Drag Wrap Configuration, with tucked away connection points, thereby virtually eliminating where the back boot traditionally catches on the water. The result is a sleek rear slalom boot that doesn’t catch on the water, allowing skiers to better maintain speed in the course.

Width is Lift. Omega Max is a wider variant of the Omega design, created to increase acceleration from turn to wakes allowing for the early, tight line skiing skiers’ dream of. For 2021, we’ve taken the highly successful Syndicate Omega design and increased width, providing more surface area for stability in the course, while retaining quicker turning properties. The Syndicate Omega Max also features an Updated Bevel Package. Its rounder, larger bevel allows ski to roll on edge better with increased stability. In addition, we’ve given the ski a round “squash” tail shape, allowing for quicker, smoother turns while maintaining speed through the finish. The Omega Max’s 4-stage rocker line with a true flat spot located under the skiers front foot, moves through the wakes and outbound better than any Syndicate ski to date. A reduction in concave volume, compared to other Syndicates, allows Omega skis to maintain skier speed more easily for improved efficiency with less skier effort. The Syndicate Omega Max features an all new “Green Ski” Construction, containing a new Recycled Thermoplastic Core and 35% Natural Glycerin Resin, a by-product of biodiesel production. These new materials enhance ski performance and reduce environmental impact of ski manufacture! The result is a more dynamic and responsive flex, making it easier to get wider with less effort. The combination of the core & resin amplifies the lighter feel with quicker rebounding than ever before. The Omega’s 4-stage rocker line with a true flat spot located under the skiers front foot, moves through the wakes and outbound better than any Syndicate ski to date. A reduction in concave volume, compared to other Syndicates, allows the Omega to maintain skier speed more easily for improved efficiency and less skier effort.

For 2021 we're introducing 2 all new Syndicate ski models and a new boot, to be unveiled tomorrow at the US Nationals in Louisiana. https://www.facebook.com/HOSports https://www.instagram.com/hoskis/

NCWSA All-Stars 2020 CanceledAt the July 30th, 2020 NCWSA Board of Directors meeting, the NCWSA decided to cancel the 2020 NCWSA All-Stars tournament. The topmost influences in the Board’s decision were COVID-19 related restrictions by many universities and drastically low attendance numbers of skiers due to COVID-19 and university restrictions. Previously, in May, the NCWSA postponed the 2020 NCWSA All-Stars tournament due to COVID-19 restrictions and concerns. After JAWS Lake could no longer host the event had been relocated to the Stevenson Ski Ranch and rescheduled for August 29-30, 2020. ncwsa.com/ncwsa-all-stars-2020-canceled

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The non profit - Worldwaterskiers.com is launching the Water Ski Games. A revolutionary approach to water ski tournaments! With inspiration from other successful sports such as Crossfit and the pressure to find a way to keep people competing through COVID-19 times, the team has pulled out all the stops to come up with a great way to do this. Relative to today’s top scores, slalom tolerances are quite lax. -10 cm for rope and handle -23 cm for the width of the slalom course -20 cm for the boat path -4 cm for the buoy’s diameter Most people don’t realize it, but a tournament can still follow World Record tolerances and transform a 39 off/10.75m into a 38 off/11.25m! The team at WorldWaterSkiers has come up with a cheaper, simpler and more versatile way to certify slalom scores, especially in this unfortunate global health crisis. No judges, no official drivers… skiers can simply record a 360 video of their performance and upload it on the new Water Ski Games platform to participate in a great world-wide leaderboard. Single skiers, ski schools and ski clubs can now organize their own record tournaments with zero bureaucracy. The 360 camera allows the team at WorldWaterSkiers to calculate how much the skier advances relative to the boat. Adding that value (in degrees) to the skiers reach we can calculate whether all tolerances were followed* What if you don’t have a 360 camera yet? Worldwaterskiers.com will launch its Water Ski Games platform in two steps. On the 1st of August only C-class tournaments will be available. There will be no need for a 360 camera at this stage. Just sign up for free, follow the instructions, record a simple video with your smartphone and upload it on the platform. Your performance will immediately appear on the world-wide Leaderboard and you will be able to see all scores and videos in one place. You can filter them by country, age division, ski and boat used! Later this summer, once people and ski-clubs/ski-schools will be familiar with the platform we will launch our Record Tournaments. Get on worldwaterskiers.com and get your profile ready for the 1st of August! *For people who might be interested in how all tolerances are checked: rope length, course width and boat path will be evaluated with the angle, relative to the pylon, the skier reaches at the buoy. The skier’s height and reach will be mandatory info at tournament entry. Providing false information will lead to automatic disqualification. Boat speed and slalom course length will be checked both by showing the zero off screen at the end of the pass and by analyzing the videos metadata and frame count. No record tournament today is being so thoroughly analyzed!

http://www.thewaterskipodcast.com/podcast/files/ep44-ski-talk-with-daniel-zimmerman.php

We know we said we are paying for 10 first-time Juniors' GOODE Nationals entry fees, but 13 signed up so we're paying for them all!Congrats to these first-time Nationals skiers and see you in Louisiana! Lexie Adamczyk, Girls 4 - Lake Lotawana, MO Loren Adamczyk, Girls 3 - Lake Lotawana, MO Jacob Bucher, Boys 1 - Syracuse, IN Joy Bucher, Girls 1 - Syracuse, IN Rhett Bucher, Boys 1 - Milford, IN Eliza Denninger, Girls 2 - Windermere, FL Adah Hardin, Girls 1 - Louisville, KY Jack Herzog, Boys 3 - Thorndale, TX Connor Johnston, Boys 1 - Rossville, TN Charlie Rose Jones, Girls 1 - Mequon, WI Aaron Parr, Boys 3 - Newberry, SC Camryn Reese Waters, Girls 3 - Lady Lake, FL Clara Wilson, Girls 3 - Montpelier, VT #DoGoodeBeGoodeSkiGoode #SkiForDave

https://anchor.fm/spraymakers/embed/episodes/Recurring-Themes-egsh5r

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One of the highlights of Dave Goode's year was handing out awards at the Nationals Junior banquet. He loved seeing the sport's up-and-coming skiers and appreciated the opportunity to reward them for their hard work and dedication. As a way to honor Dave's memory and encourage the sport's next generation, GOODE Skis is paying the entry fee for 10 Juniors competing in their first-ever Nationals at this year's 2020 GOODE Water Ski Nationals Championships in Zachary, La. If you know a first-time Junior competitor who'd like to receive a free entry fee, view the details here. https://goode.com/blog/company-general/goode-skis-to-pay-nationals-entry-for-10-first-time-juniors/

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This week the boys jump in to handle control and what a big impact that has on your overall skiing. https://anchor.fm/spraymakers/embed/episodes/Handle-Control-eg7glp

Counter Rotation was all the rage a few years back but we hear less about it these days, listen as the boys describe it and how it is incorporated into your skiing.

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Terminate @Dirt

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2CAkHMGDqYAWAxEEfCtHPX?t=0 https://open.spotify.com/episode/6oWwEJlOGqlWIUz6r74BOP

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