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Racing with the Sea-Doo X-TEAM – Paul Green

24 Tuesday Feb 2015

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NAME: Paul Green
AGE: 48 years old
PORT: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
FAMILY: Single

Where did you grow up and how was your competitive spirit developed?

Paul – Growing up in Toronto Canada, I spent my childhood summers on Georgian Bay enjoying various watersports and outdoor activities. My father got me into amateur boxing at a young age, which taught me how to be mentally strong and compete

What do you do away from the water to stay on the water? What’s your profession?

Paul – I currently own a private investigation business in Toronto, and I’m a Certified Fraud Examiner CFE.

Being self – employed and having a flexible work schedule, allows me to travel and pursue my racing career. The experience I’ve gained through running my own business, has helped me manage my racing career.

How were you introduced to watersports?

Paul – My first introduction into watersports was waterskiing at our cottage as a child. That would lead to working as a lifeguard and later teaching competitive swimming to youths. My first PWC was a Wet Jet 432 that handled like a tank!   

Since you began competing what are some of your accolades?

Paul – My first season competing on a runabout was 2014. I raced the CWA Watercross Tour in the newly formed Runabout Rec Lights Class. I was dominant in the class and won the overall title. I also won the Master Ski Stock overall title.

Picture 1What is it about the Sea-Doo SPARK that enticed you to race this new model?

Paul – Initially, I purchased the SPARK as a fun boat for the weekends. After spending sometime on the boat, I realized the boats potential as a viable race craft. I began working on the machine and started promoting it within the watercraft community. Not long after, SPARKs began showing up at the races and a new class was born.

What kind of support team do you have behind you and what does it entail?

Paul – I am lucky to have Riva Racing, Sea-Doo X-TEAM, and Solas as sponsors. I have been testing with Riva and assisting them in developing new performance products for the SPARK. My girlfriend, Rachel Thomas, has also been instrumental in my success on and off the water. No one wins titles by themselves.

Your accomplishments riding watercraft have opened the doors for other action opportunities. What “extra” perks have you enjoyed from being a pro racer?

Paul – I have traveled extensively with the sport and have enjoyed the experience greatly. This past summer, I had the opportunity to take up wake surfing thanks to my family which is a blast. I also try to attend as many Monster Energy Supercross races as I can each season. Getting the recognition as an X-Team member is a thrill.

Where is your favorite PWC race site?

Paul – I enjoy the Ocean race sites, particularly the Florida stops with the warm water and ever changing surf. Racing surf forces the rider to use all their skills in order to be successful. The Ocean levels out the playing field.

What is it about PWC racing that keeps you coming back?

Paul – I started racing PWC’s in the late 80’s and have enjoyed competing both as a privateer and as a factory backed rider in the 90’s. The thing that keeps me coming back to the sport is the constant innovations to the watercraft. I find the technology fuels my passion and I’m constantly being forced to learn new things. The clean burning 4 strokes of today are superior to the 2 stroke technologies of yesterday.

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Where is your favorite non-racing, riding location?

Paul – I really enjoy riding in South Florida and the Florida Keys. The natural beauty of the area can’t be beat. Surf riding at the Sebastian Inlet in Florida is always eventful too! Watching Dolphins and Sharks share the water as you ride is an awesome sight to see.

What is or has been YOUR favorite part of being part of the Sea-Doo X-TEAM

Paul – My favorite part of being on the Sea-Doo X-Team is being part of a professional group of racers who have similar focus and goals. The comradery and friendships formed are the best part of the team. The opportunity to showcase my riding skills with other high level athletes is great.

Picture 9What are you racing right now and what are looking forward to, and who is supporting your 2015 efforts?

Paul – I plan to ride a 2015 Sea-Doo SPARK and defend my CWA title in the Runabout Rec Lights class. I’m also exploring the possibility of racing a Sea-Doo RXP-X in the Pro Am Runabout Stock class. Riva Racing, Sea-Doo and Solas will be my key sponsors for 2015. I’m looking forward to continued success in 2015 aboard Sea-Doo watercraft!

BRP thanks Paul Green for his time and dedication to the pursuit of PWC racing glory aboard Sea-Doo. You can follow Paul; on his Facebook page, www.facebook.com/paul.green.10004

BRP LAUNCHES 2015 SEA-DOO RACE SUPPORT WITH 2015 SEA-DOO X-TEAM BOUNTY AND SUPPORT PROGRAMS

17 Tuesday Feb 2015

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bountyValcourt, QC, CANADA– February, 17, 2015 – BRP announces an unmatched level of race support in North America for those competing on modern Sea-Doo watercraft through the 2015 Sea-Doo X-TEAM Bounty racer contingency program and Sea-Doo X-TEAM event support program.

BRP has set the benchmark in watercraft runabout racing over the past 20-plus years, with an unprecedented run of Pro World Championships since the introduction of the Sea-Doo RXP-X 260 with Ergolock and T3 hull. The 2015 Sea-Doo X-TEAM Bounty program contributes more contingency money than any other program in the industry and makes it available to all Sea-Doo riders competing in the various disciplines of watercraft racing in North America. BRP also ensures there are more race events across North America through the Sea-Doo Promoter support program.

BRP’s Sea-Doo X-TEAM Bounty is open to ALL racers competing only on modern Sea-Doo models in designated classes. The Sea-Doo X-TEAM contingency is essentially an, “open-sponsorship”. In addition to the glory that comes with winning on Sea-Doo watercraft, comes the opportunity for extra prize money. The Sea-Doo events team will also present the Sea-Doo X-TEAM Pro Pit Lounge at various race events where friends and family of Sea-Doo racers can enjoy special BRP hospitality and a VIP experience.

The Sea-Doo X-TEAM Event Support program provides event promoters sponsorship to help them produce additional, high-quality, fun events. BRP works with promoters to ensure Sea-Doo performance enthusiasts have a place to ride and compete in an organized manner, providing another fun aspect of owning a Sea-Doo watercraft.

“BRP markets the best in performance watercraft with the Sea-Doo X models and supports those winning races on them with the strongest contingency program in the industry, the Sea-Doo X-TEAM Bounty,” says Tim McKercher, of Sea-Doo watercraft competition management. “BRP takes the lead in supporting the sport, ensuring watercraft owners have more,,good events to participate in. The Sea-Doo X-TEAM event support program helps promoters produce even more higher quality events.

BRP does more for the sport of watercraft racing than any other company. For 2015, Sea-Doo X-TEAM program support begins at the 11th annual Mark Hahn Memorial 300 endurance race taking place in Lake Havasu, Arizona February 28th.

The Sea-Doo Promoter Support program will include sponsorship of the following North American watercraft racing series:

IJSBA World Finals – Lake Havasu City, AZ

P1 AquaX Series – Florida

Surf & Turf Tour – South-East United States

GreenHulk.net HydroDrags – South-East United States (Drag Racing)

Canadian Watercross Tour – Ontario, Canada

Mark Hahn Memorial 300 – Lake Havasu City, AZ (endurance)

Click for complete 2015 Sea-Doo X-TEAM Bounty details. 

Click for information on the Word Championship winning Sea-Doo watercraft performance models.

2015 Sea-Doo X-TEAM Bounty Program

17 Tuesday Feb 2015

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2015 SEA-DOO X-TEAM BOUNTY PAYOUT

Sea-Doo Watercraft Racer Contingency Program

Regular 2015 Season Program – Includes ALL IJSBA Sanctioned closed course races in the United States and Canada

Finish Position Amateur Rec Lites SPARK Runabout 1000 Superstock° Expert Runabout OPEN
1st $100.00 $100.00 $100.00
2nd $50.00 $50.00 $50.00
Finish Position Expert Runabout STOCK Pro-Am Runabout LIMITED
1st $100.00 $200.00
2nd $50.00 $100.00
Finish Position Pro-Am Runabout STOCK Pro-Am Runabout OPEN
1st $350.00 $350.00
2nd $200.00 $200.00

P1 AQUAX US

Finish Position 200 CLASS 250 CLASS 300 CLASS
1st $300.00 $500.00 $750.00
2nd $100.00 $200.00 $300.00
3rd $50.00 $100.00 $100.00
Championship Bonus $500.00 $2,000.00 $3,000.00

PRO WATERCROSS TOUR

Finish Position Runabout <1000 cc Womens Runabout Pro-Am Runabout Superstock
1st $200.00 $200.00 $200.00
2nd $100.00 $100.00 $100.00
3rd $50.00 $50.00
Finish Position Pro-Am Runabout STOCK Pro-Am Runabout OPEN
1st $700.00 $700.00
2nd $300.00 $300.00
3rd $200.00 $200.00
Championship Bonus $3,000.00 $3,000.00

IJSBA World Championship in October, 2015

Finish Position Novice Runabout Stock Novice Runabout Limited Amateur Rec Lites & 1000 Superstock°
Champion $150.00 $150.00 $200.00
2nd $100.00
Finish Position Expert Runabout OPEN Expert Runabout Limited Pro Woman Runabout
Champion $260.00 $260.00 $1,000.00
2nd $150.00 $150.00 $400.00
3rd $260.00
Finish Position Pro Am Runabout LIMITED Pro-AM Runabout STOCK
Champion $1,000.00 $4,000.00
2nd $500.00 $1,000.00
3rd $260.00 $260.00
Finish Position Pro GP Runabout Pro Runabout OPEN
Champion $2,600.00 $5,000.00
2nd $500.00 $1,000.00
3rd $260.00 $500.00

HYDRODRAG SERIES (Drag Race)

Finish Position Hydro Stock Hydro Limited Hydro Superstock Hydro Unlimited
1st $200.00 $150.00 $200.00 $300.00

Offshore/Endurance Events – for Overall Finishing Position

Finish Position Mark Hahn Memorial 300 Long Beach 2 Catalina
1st $750.00 $500.00
2nd $250.00 $250.00

2015 SEA-DOO X-TEAM BOUNTY Eligibility Rules:

READ ALL APPLICABLE RULES BELOW TO QUALIFY

  1. To be eligible for the Sea-Doo X-TEAM Bounty contingency, racer must compete on an IJSBA or Pro Watercross eligible Sea-Doo watercraft in the specified class(es) described in the rules and contingency tables within the United States or Canada. Race events offering the Sea-Doo X-TEAM Bounty are all those in North America sanctioned by either the IJSBA or Pro Watercross on the Pro Watercross tour.
  2. ONLY racers competing on 4-TEC or ACE engine powered Sea-Doo watercraft qualify.
  3. Racer must list “SEA-DOO” as the brand of watercraft raced and “SEA‑DOO X TEAM” as a sponsor on all entries.
  4. The SEA-DOO X-TEAM BOUNTY logo decal must be clearly visible and legible on watercraft forward of the handlebars and above the waterline. Sea-Doo LOGO decals must be clearly visible on both sides of the watercraft on the hull gunnel – minimum of two (2”) inch tall lettering. Sea-Doo Bounty logo decal supplied by promoter or write to info@look-marketing.com.
  5. Racer is eligible for as many contingency payments as earned during an event.
  6. *To be eligible for the Pro Watercross and AquaX Championship bonuses, racer must have competed solely on a Sea-Doo watercraft in scheduled runabout heats, LCQs, motos, etc. no matter the class while meeting all above criteria for every racing instance.
  7. Racer MUST compete against a MINIMUM OF FIVE (5) finalists in the class to qualify for contingency.
  8. HydroDrag contingency is available for drag racing event only – to be eligible for Unlimited Bounty the PWC must be a modern Sea-Doo configuration top deck and utilize a Rotax 4-TEC or ACE engine.
  9. Contingency prizes will be paid for overall closed-course racing only. Slalom does not apply. In IJSBA World Finals contingency, only Overall Titles will be paid.
  10. For the 2015 race season, all claims must be sent in by the racer, within 10 days of the event, and postmarked no later than July 10, 2015 (for races taking place between February 21, 2015-July 5, 2015) September 11, 2015 (for races between July 11, 2015 – September 20, 2015) and October 19, 2015 (for the World Finals). Claims postmarked after these dates will not be honored.
  11. Contingency payments will be issued to racers from BRP only after the IJSBA and BRP have verified official results.
  12. All claims must be signed by an event or sanctioning body official, if not, payment will not be made. Racers have the responsibility to have the claim properly completed (providing all requested information) and mailed to the address above. Please allow 6-8 weeks for processing of checks after the July 10, 2015, September 20, 2015, and October 19, 2015 cut-off dates.
  13. Racer MUST provide a signed W-9 Tax form and supply images of the Sea-Doo watercraft raced WITH FIRST redemption submission, before any payments will be made by BRP.
  14. BRP reserves the right to reject a claim not properly or fraudulently filed and reserves the right to cancel this program at any time.
  15. BRP will NOT accept ANY responsibility for any DAMAGES or INJURIES, including DEATH that may occur during the above-described events.
  16. Racers grant BRP the unlimited rights to utilize their name, their photograph, their person, and their performance in advertising and promotional efforts with out limit.

Best Valentine Gift Ideas For The Sea-Doo Lover In Your Life

05 Thursday Feb 2015

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heartValentine’s Day is the perfect moment to share some extra love with your significant other and treat them to what makes their heart sing. With spring right around the corner, give the one you share the exciting Sea-Doo Life with something they will appreciate and enjoy.

The Sea-Doo team has put together a, “Best His and Hers Valentine Gifts” for your favorite Sea-Doo lover. We provide you some ideas to be more comfortable on the water and to extend that lifestyle and passion with him or her between rides. The perfect gift for your one and only is right at your fingertips. You can’t go wrong with one of the following Sea-Doo items.

Best Sea-Doo lover Valentines gifts for her.

Ladies’ Airflow PFD – Show her how secure she’s going to feel in this new Sea-Doo PFD during that long weekend Sea-Doo trip you’ve got planned.

Splash Bikini top and Pulse Boardshorts – This swimwear combo will provide her maximum comfort and support during everyday rides with you.

Sea-Doo_PAC_2015_Sportswear_1200_cb_tifSea-Doo Breeze Dress – The Breeze dress is a perfect cover up during that trip to your favorite waterfront restaurant, dipping your toes in the water, or lounging on the dock or beach to admire the sunset.

 

 

Best Sea-Doo lover Valentines gifts for him.

Sea-Doo_PAC_2015_TrendBoards_0155_AC_tifMen’s Freedom PFD – Sometimes you simply have to help dress your man to ensure he is looking his best. Give him a fresh, proper fitting Freedom PFD to start the riding season knowing he is good looking while being protected.

Sea-Doo Sandals – As spring approaches he will appreciate to let his toes breath in the Sea-Doo Sandals while prepping your Sea-Doo for the new riding season.

Sea-Doo_PAC_2015_Sportswear_1121_cb_tifChill Hoody – He will love the comfort of the Chill Hoody while hooking up the Sea-Doo trailer in the morning for your ride together. And, at the end of your day during the drive home, he’ll love it even more as you snuggle up beside him for a bit more warmth.