PWC OFFSHORE

Purple Heart Patriots Challenge- 135 Mile PWC Ride

2011-12-03T08:59:00.000-08:00

PPF Color banner

2011-11-11T20:41:00.001-08:00

PPF Color banner, a photo by K38 Rescue on Flickr.

Purple Hearts

2011-11-11T19:59:00.001-08:00

Purple Hearts, a photo by K38 Rescue on Flickr.

PWCoffshore Racing

2011-04-21T13:28:00.001-07:00

PWCoffshore Racing, a group on Flickr.

American Watercraft Association PWC Clubs

2011-04-21T13:25:00.001-07:00

American Watercraft Association PWC Clubs, a group on Flickr.

2010 LB2CAT 652

2010-07-21T12:11:00.001-07:00

2010 LB2CAT 652
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Kim Bushong takes the 2010 LB2CAT Overall win and the Vet Masters Category. Congratulations Ironman!

www.PWCoffshore.com

2010 LB2CAT 314

2010-07-21T12:10:00.001-07:00

2010 LB2CAT 314
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Robert Carreon off the PWCOFFSHORE race team hits his stride during the 2010 LB2CAT National Championships

www.PWCoffshore.com

2010 LB2CAT 115

2010-07-21T12:09:00.001-07:00

2010 LB2CAT 115
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

The legendary Mike Murphy finishes his second LB2CAT PWC National Championship on July 18, 2010

Mark Hahn 2010 300 Mile Memorial PWC Race

2010-01-03T14:43:00.001-08:00

000_hahnposter2010_1f
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Are you ready?

www.apbaracing.com

DanaPointToOceansideRace09494

2010-01-03T14:42:00.001-08:00

DanaPointToOceansideRace09494
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Gunz Racer Warren Frank at the finish line!

www.pwcoffshore.com

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2010-01-03T14:40:00.001-08:00

DanaPointToOceansideRace09952a
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Team Photo after the race!

www.pwcoffshore.com

Farthing_RACE2

2009-09-18T19:15:00.001-07:00

Farthing_RACE2
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

UWSF PWC Freedom Ride (14)

2009-09-14T13:29:00.001-07:00

UWSF PWC Freedom Ride (14)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

www.UWSF.org

Mike Follmer (4)

2009-08-23T00:57:00.001-07:00

Mike Follmer (4)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Erica 3 (19)

2009-08-23T00:52:00.001-07:00

Erica 3 (19)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Erica Davis offshore training!

Erica 3 (16)

2009-08-23T00:51:00.003-07:00

Erica 3 (16)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Shawn and Erica training on Aug 21

Andy Wise

2009-08-23T00:51:00.001-07:00

Andy Wise
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

LB2CAT Pre race

2009-08-23T00:50:00.005-07:00

LB2CAT Pre race
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

LB2CAT Pre race

2009-08-23T00:50:00.003-07:00

LB2CAT Pre race
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Rider Risk

2009-08-23T00:50:00.001-07:00

Rider Risk
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Shawn driving broken race boat LB2CAT

2009-08-22T21:38:00.001-07:00

Shawn driving broken race boat LB2CAT
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Bringing home my broken race boat, steering from the nozzle...

Hypnotic Films

2009-08-22T21:37:00.001-07:00

Hypnotic Films
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Hypnotic Films

2009-08-22T21:28:00.001-07:00

Hypnotic Films
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

PWCoffshore.com

2009-08-22T17:05:00.001-07:00

PWCoffshore.com
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Mark Gerner and Shawn Alladio at the LB2CAT 2009 race meeting

JIM WALKER

2009-07-27T13:23:00.001-07:00

IMG_1302 (2)
Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

ian Settlemire

2009-07-27T13:21:00.001-07:00

ian
Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

SEAN CONNER

2009-07-26T23:35:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

PWCoffshore.com GUNZ Racer at the LB2CAT 2009

Robertcarreon2009lb2cat

2009-07-26T21:44:00.005-07:00

Robertcarreon2009lb2cat
Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

Warner2009lb2cat

2009-07-26T21:44:00.003-07:00

Warner2009lb2cat
Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

gernerfly

2009-07-26T21:44:00.001-07:00

gernerfly
Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

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2009-07-26T21:43:00.001-07:00

IMG_0992
Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

#11

2009-07-26T21:28:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

Carlos Thomas, PWC offshore Racer @ the LB2CAT 2009

My Technical Director

2009-07-26T21:24:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

Aaron Cress, the man who takes care of my race boat!
www.PWCoffshore.com

LB2CAT Looter Pro Team

2009-07-24T01:29:00.001-07:00

LB2CLooterProTeam
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Looter Pro PWC Race Team @ the Long Beach To Catalina & Back 2009 event.

Friebe Award

2009-07-23T22:19:00.001-07:00

Friebe Award
Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

Steve Friebe awarded the "PWCOFFSHORE.com For Excellence" for 2009

Dana Point 2 Oceanside & Back

2009-07-20T01:12:00.001-07:00

final
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

LB2CAT 2009 (154)

2009-07-19T01:06:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT 2009 (154)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Vanick 3, Warner 1and Gerner 2 top awards winners at the 2009 LB2CAT

LB2CAT 2009 (102)

2009-07-19T01:04:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT 2009 (102)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Kim Bushong takes the National Vet Master Title at the 2009 LB2CAT!

LB2CAT 2009 (107)

2009-07-19T00:57:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT 2009 (107)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

One of My fav's Mr. Jim Walker!

What a great person! Not to mention a tenacious racer!

LB2CAT 2009 RECOGNITION!

2009-07-18T21:15:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT 2009 (120)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Mark Gerner of PWCoffshore.com reconigzes the efforts of hte PWCoffshore.com Race Team Technical advsiories and mechanics.

Aaron Cress and the infamous Friebe who have made vast contributions to our team race craft as well as other amazing athletes.

These men are the ones who give us the ability through thier skill and knowledge of PWC mechanicals to push the enevelope we so want to open!

Congrats to Friebe and Cress!

Gunz-Sean Conner

2009-07-18T20:11:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT 2009 (363)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Sean pictured with Mark Gerner and Ahmed Hamade at the 2009 LB2CAT AWards Program

LB2CAT 2009 (336)

2009-07-18T19:54:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT 2009 (336)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Ryan Levinson took 2nd place Nationally ranked in the 2009 LB2CAT PWC offshore PWC race in the Challenged Athletes Divsion.
He is standing next to his race boat named after his grandmother:

NAOMA

LB2CAT 2009 (399)

2009-07-18T19:15:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT 2009 (399)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

2nd Overall Mark Gerner on the podium flanked by fellow PWCoffshore.com racer Kim Bushong

LB2CAT 2009 (386)

2009-07-18T19:13:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT 2009 (386)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Craig Warner sets a record again! Warner wins the 2009 LB2CAT aboard a Kawasaki Ultra!
Unbelievable riding!
Well done Warner!

LB2CAT 2009 (440)

2009-07-18T19:08:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT 2009 (440)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Congratulations to David Fekete!

3rd place National Champion in the newly formed Challenged Athletes Division! Way to go David, we are so very proud of your efforts!

LB2CAT 2009 (412)

2009-07-18T19:01:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT 2009 (412)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Russell Libby recieves his second place in the New Military Racing Division
Semper Fi!

LB2CAT 2009 Challenged Athletes

2009-07-18T13:01:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT 2009 (40)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

The LB2CAT Challenged Athletes division podium winners:
1. Frank
2. Levinson
3. Fekete

LB2CAT 2009

2009-07-18T00:09:00.001-07:00

IMG_0823
Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

Russel, Ahmed , Warren, Robert , John , Mike and Mark

Steve Friebe

2009-07-05T14:51:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

PWC Guru Technician and Retired Champion PWC Racer Mr. Steve Friebe

June 27th PWCoffshore.com Catalina

2009-06-28T12:34:00.001-07:00

June 27th PWCoffshore.com Catalina
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Water Demon says good bye to Mike Murhpy after our training ride to Catalina Island

www.PWCoffshore.com 6-27-09 (10)

2009-06-28T11:59:00.001-07:00

www.PWCoffshore.com 6-27-09 (10)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Warren Frank after his first ride to Catalina island and back!

www.PWCoffshore.com 6-27-09 (9)

2009-06-28T11:58:00.003-07:00

www.PWCoffshore.com 6-27-09 (9)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Teamwork. We help each other out when a tow is needed.
Alladio on the line....

www.PWCoffshore.com 6-27-09 (2)

2009-06-28T11:58:00.001-07:00

www.PWCoffshore.com 6-27-09 (2)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Our beloved DUBZ on his training boat off of Catalina island

www.PWCoffshore.com 6-27-09 (3)

2009-06-28T11:57:00.001-07:00

www.PWCoffshore.com 6-27-09 (3)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

60 year old Mike Murphy on a Catalina training run with us on Saturday. Mike ran the LB2CAT on water ski in the late 60's, a real legend and creator of the Air Chair foil.

www.PWCoffshore.com 6-27-09 (4)

2009-06-28T11:56:00.001-07:00

www.PWCoffshore.com 6-27-09 (4)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Russel Libby heading to Catalina

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2009-06-27T22:08:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by WaterDemon

Gerner's other job, PWCoffshore Photography! LOL

Final details of 2009 LB2CAT PWC Offshore Endurance Race

2009-06-21T22:49:00.001-07:00

Press Release from R.P.M. Racing Enterprises

CONTACT: Ross Wallach - (310) 318-4012
rossdbos26@yahoo.com

REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA – May 18, 2009 -

RPM Racing Enterprises released today the final details, plans and schedule for the 2009 APBA Offshore National Championship Long Beach 2 Catalina & Back PWC Race presented by Sea-Doo. Four separate racing events will comprise the Long Beach Power Fest which will take place over the weekend of July 11th & 12th, and are an integral part of the City of Long Beach’s summer long Sea Festival. In addition to the very fast Personal Water Crafts on Sunday morning the Long Beach Power Fest will feature the 61st Annual Long Beach to Catalina Water Ski Race on Saturday morning, and the 98th Annual Offshore Power Boat Challenge on Sunday. Just added for this year’s event is tunnel boat racing action as Round # 2 of the Western Formula Light Series (WFLS) makes its debut stop during Power Fest. These highly maneuverable 14’ long tunnel boats (cousins to the larger Formula One Tunnel boats) can literally “turn on the dime” and pull 4-6 g’s around the tight 7/8 mile course. The WFLS tunnel boats will race just outside of Rainbow Harbor (adjacent to Parker’s Lighthouse).

Ross Wallach, president of RPM Racing Enterprises said, “We’re very excited to bring these events; the world famous Long Beach to Catalina Ski Race, the famed Long Beach to Catalina & back PWC Offshore National Championship presented by Sea-Doo, the Western Formula Lights Series and the Pacific Offshore Racing Association’s Power Boat “Rum Run” Challenge, and being able to work with everyone involved to make this unbelievable event become a reality. The combining of forces offers a plethora of new opportunities to make this entire weekend an overwhelming success”.

Five classes of personal water craft including the “sportsman” first time racer class and the “manufacturer’s stock” classes to entice the average PWC enthusiast to participate are expected to swell the field to over 75 boats as the news of the weekend of racing stirs interest in the entire personal water craft community to enter and be a part of this momentous weekend. Offshore PWC racers from across the country are clamoring to get their entries in and compete with the elite West Coast group of offshore endurance experts try to break the new records in every class set last year for the challenging channel crossing.

The 2008 overall winner, Craig Warner, Corona, CA will be back again to defend his title on a Kawasaki Ultra 250X. Among the early entries are Mike Follmer, Newport Beach, CA on a Yamaha FZR, Mark Gerner, Aliso Viejo, CA on a Kawasaki ULTRA250X and Nick Vanis, Los Alamitos, CA on his factory Honda.
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This race for the APBA Offshore National Championship will start off with a “rolling start” in Los Alamitos Bay near the Queen Mary in Long Beach at 8:00 AM by a flagman on an official vessel anchored in the harbor. The PWC’s will proceed from the start out through the Queens Gate entrance to the Los Angeles Harbor into the Pacific Ocean on a straight line across the channel to Catalina Island. Navigation always plays a large part in any offshore race but particularly here where racers lose sight of land and all fixed reference points at some time going in both directions. PWC racers are required to have a GPS system, compass, radio, cell phone and numerous other safety items in order to make the potentially dangerous crossing as safe as possible. When the PWC’s arrive at Catalina, they will have to negotiate around a three masted schooner with a large marker flying overhead that will be anchored one mile offshore and have race officials on board documenting their passage. With helicopters overhead guiding and filming the event, the fleet of PWC’s will proceed back to Long Beach along the same route they just traversed the channel on to reach the finish line just off the stern of the start/finish vessel. The entire event, as well as the other two events this Long Beach Offshore Power Fest weekend will be filmed for later editing and broadcast on the new, national Water Channel. The race is also expected to garner the largest and most diversified media coverage ever for boat racing because of the popularity of the three completely different types of races being run and the importance the City of Long Beach is placing on this weekend of events.

The renewed national interest in PWC racing and the emergence of the American Power Boat Association (APBA) as the sanctioning body and driving force in PWC racing have contributed to the promoter’s expectation that over 75 riders will be vying for titles in this race. In addition to the safety equipment required by the APBA rule book, several additional safety items will be required of the racers to insure a safe trip across the channel to Catalina and back, and the United States Coast Guard (USCG) and Long Beach Lifeguards will be providing support for the events. An announcement will be made soon regarding which emergency water service has been contracted with to provide racers with towing and on the water emergency service, as well as the announcement of a host hotel that will serve as race headquarters.

Promoter Ross Wallach said, “I can guarantee everyone involved that I intend to raise the bar even higher with this event after what we learned from last year to ensure that every racer, fan and sponsor carries away enough memories to last them until next year along with some fantastic trophies for overall and class winners”. Race specifics and entry forms are forthcoming so be ready to enter soon because there will be no race day entries accepted.

All the components are converging to make this weekend of events the most talked about and must participate in extravaganzas of all time. Come to the Long Beach Sea Festival, Long Beach Power Fest, and race in the 2009 APBA Offshore National Championship Long Beach 2 Catalina & Back PWC Race presented by Sea-Doo and create your own memories.

For more information on the race and the weekend, please visit www.pwcoffshore.com or www.apbaracing.com. Ross Wallach can be reached at (310) 318-4012

K38 Poland

2009-06-21T22:40:00.001-07:00

K38 Poland
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

...more than 500 kilometers in two days the river Wis³a, from Warszawa to Gdañsk via Personal Watercraft June 2009

K38 Poland (2)

2009-06-21T22:39:00.001-07:00

K38 Poland (2)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

...more than 500 kilometers in two days the river Wis³a, from Warszawa to Gdañsk via Personal Watercraft June 2009

Fathers and B Day Pendleton (16)

2009-06-21T19:43:00.001-07:00

Fathers and B Day Pendleton (16)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Pwcoffshore,com fathers day ride...

2009 United Warrior Personal Watercraft Freedom Ride

2009-06-17T10:19:00.001-07:00

2009 United Warrior Personal Watercraft Freedom Ride

PWC Freedom Riders raise funds on behalf of the United Warrior Survivor Foundation

Dates: September 11-12, 2009

Locations: Los Angeles Port, to San Diego Harbor, California USA

On behalf of United Warrior Survivor Foundation, the United Warrior PWC Freedom Riders will launch from Cabrillo Beach, San Pedro and ride south to the Naval Amphibious base located on Coronado Island, California, and back again. The open ocean ride of 280 miles along the California Coastline will be a memorial fundraiser on behalf of UWSF surviving spouses of our fallen Special Operations Warriors since 9-11.

The United Warrior PWC Freedom Ride commences on September 11, 2009. On the anniversary of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks against our nation. We Will Never Forget.

The United Warrior PWC Freedom Riders on September 11th will complete the final course and safety checks in Los Angeles, CA at Cabrillo Beach. Freedom Riders on personal watercraft (PWC) will make the trek on September 12th at 6:30am departing the safety of the Angel’s Gate from the Los Angles Port heading offshore into the Pacific Ocean. Refueling stops will be tasked at select marinas along the southern coastal route. Support teams will be at select checkpoints. The ride can be tracked online throughout the day.

The United Warrior PWC Freedom Ride will stop at the Glorietta Bay boat launch deep inside the San Diego Harbor in the early afternoon. The group will then refuel and head back to San Pedro California. The turnaround point under the blue steel support beams of the Coronado Bay Bridge will symbolize the memorial ride. The Coronado Bay bridge arched supports is a local landmark off the Naval Amphibious base where Special Forces warriors train. K38 Water Safety first began training USMC Recon Marines here in 1996 and enjoys this honor to date with other divisions.

The United Warrior PWC Freedom Riders are American Watercraft Association (AWA) H2O Responder Members. These UWSF supporters are experienced PWCoffshore Endurance Riders. Each rider and vessel is fitted with safety equipment. They have extensive navigational skills operating in the Southern California coastal waters in all seasonal conditions. Their fundraising efforts begin on June 18th. These riders support their individual expenses and pilot their own Personal Watercraft. The initial fundraiser campaign has launched with a $2,000 charitable contribution to UWSF. Please support us in our goal of reaching $25,000 on behalf of those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.

How can you support the UWSF PWC Freedom Ride?

Sponsor a charitable donation on behalf of the PWC Freedom Riders by making a financial contribution to the non-profit UWSF. Follow this link: http://www.UWSF.org

About the United Warrior Survivor Foundation (UWSF)

The United Warrior Survivor Foundation is the only organization exclusively dedicated to serving the needs of the surviving spouses of Navy, Army, Air Force and Marine Corps Special Operations personnel killed in the line of duty since September 11, 2001.

About the United Warrior PWC Freedom Riders

Russell Libby

Former United States Marine Corps LCPL, HMM-268 39th MAG, 3rd MAW. 1986-1990. It’s an honor to have the opportunity to show my support on behalf of the United Warrior Survivor Foundation on our PWC Freedom Ride. ‘You have not been forgotten, and we will never forget.’

Mark Gerner

Mark is founder of the PWCoffshore.com Endurance Champions Race team. A former United States Marine Corps Infantry Officer (0302), Veteran of Operation Desert Shield & Storm and highly skilled endurance champion racer.

Shawn Alladio

Personal Watercraft Boating Instructor for public safety agencies and special waterborne divisions of the US Army, USMC, USAF, US Navy and USCG. Founder of the K38 Way of Training that is represented in 14 countries worldwide. AWA H2O Responder program director, NSBC Instructor and Professional PWC Racer since 1989.

United Warrior PWC Freedom Rider Main Supporters

K38 Water Safety provides boating safety instruction to agencies such as fire rescue, law enforcement, lifesaving and special waterborne divisions of our nation’s military services. www.K38WaterSafety.com

American Watercraft Association (AWA)

National associate body for personal watercraft enthusiasts, members receive the award winning RIDE Magazine. Home of the AWA H2O Responders: www.AWAhq.org

Liquid Militia Clothing action sports apparel for active water sports enthusiasts: www.LiquidMilitia.com

PWCoffshore.com home of the Pro endurance race team and Gunz Racers for PWC offshore racing

CONTACTS:

UWSF Contact: Kelly Chott - UWSF Executive Director

(619) 437-1137 Office

(413) 677-1143 Fax

Kelly@UWSF.org

Homepage: http://www.UWSF.org Twitter: http://twitter.com/UWSF Blogger: http://uwsf.blogspot.com

2009 UWSF PWC Freedom Rider Supporters: PWCoffshore.com, AWA, Kawasaki Motors Corporation USA, Liquid Militia Clothing, OTB Boots, Mustang Survival, Hydro Turf, K38 GEAR, quakeysense, Yamaha Motors Corporation USA, SocalWatercraftclub.com, Watercraft World Magazine, IJSBA, RIDE Magazine, www.K38WaterSafety.com, www.DavidPuu.com , Fly Racing, R&D, Bombardier Sea Doo, Hot Products USA, K38 rescue

Mark Gerner-Pro Endurance PWC Racer

2009-06-17T08:27:00.001-07:00

MARK GERNER
Pro Racer

California resident

Mechanic: Aaron Cress

Race Boats: 2007 Kawasaki Ultra 250X and 2007 SeaDoo RXT. Too many modifications to address

Your Best Race?
2009 Mark Hahn 300 Mile Memorial PWC Race

What do you like best about endurance racing?
I enjoy offshore racing, it's intense. There is nothing like pushing the envelope at 70 mph in three to four foot chop while fifteen miles offshore.

Pit Crew-Supporters?
Aaron Cress, Zack, Russell Libby

2009 Sponsors:
PWCOFFSHORE.com, R&D Racing Products, Hydro-Turf, OTB Boots, Liquid Militia Clothing, Fly Racing

How many years riding? (not racing)
13 years

2009 Race goals?
Win the annual LB2CAT Offshore National Championship

Class you race under:
Pro/Am Race Boat #58

Most important lesson learned?
Never attempt to predict sea state, never.

Career Highlights?
Best win is the 2009 Mark Hahn 300 mile National Championship with race partner Robert Carreon

Favorite Quote?
"Strength and Honor"

Helmet and goggles?
Fly Racing Platinum, Oakley

Lifejacket?
Slippery

Wetsuit-bootes-gloves?
OTB Boots, Fly Racing Glove gloves

GPS Story? (global positioning system)
My GPS locked up one year during the annual LB2CAT race. I ended up next to a shark fishing boat in the middle of the channel, the shark boat had just dumped chum in the water. They were rather panicked when I rode up next to them to ask for directions (HA!)

Editor Note: There is an annual Mako Shark Fishing contest in the Channel

Favorite Dealership?
Dana Point Jet Ski and Clawson's in Fresno, Ca

Advice for anyone interested in offshore?
Ride as many hours as you can on rough water (never alone). But also train cardio off the water. NEVER ride alone in the ocean and always have the appropriate safety and communications gear.

Most important piece of equipment?
For racing, 'Lifter Wedges' made by HYDRO-TURF. They help keep your feet placement planted securely in the foot tray. And for Safety, a Marine Radio and GPS.

Ocean or Lake?
I never ride on lakes. I only ride the ocean. The ocean can throw multiple challenges at you at the same time, not to mention 8 foot seas. I love the intensity of riding hard in the ocean.

Who is your mentor/hero?
Ronald Reagan and Colonel Wesley Fox, United States Marine Corps (MOH)

Tell us about your mechanics focus for your race boat?
Speed AND reliability. Many boats can scream across the water at 80 mph, but will they stay together? The key for endurance racing is having a very fast but also a very reliable craft with exceptional hookup. The question is finding that point of diminishing return between 'speed and reliability'.

Ryan - Warren - Challenged Athletes (52)

2009-06-04T01:58:00.001-07:00

Ryan - Warren - Challenged Athletes (52)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Warren and Ryan are working on the Dstep drill and nailing it. Very impressive actually. Their range and movements were stellar. I think a lot of thier success has to deal with the fact they are constantly multi tasking in terms of body movement and becuase of this they are more tuned into their body mechanics than any able bodied person I know of, myself first in line. I'm very honored to be riding with them.

Ryan - Warren - Challenged Athletes (24)

2009-06-04T01:51:00.001-07:00

Ryan - Warren - Challenged Athletes (24)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Warren Frank has his rig set up to take care of everything. He's got it all sorted and dilaed in, everything is organized and his van is set up for adventure. He'll have plenty of that on July 12 @ the LB2CAT!

Ryan - Warren - Challenged Athletes (63)

2009-06-04T01:49:00.001-07:00

Ryan - Warren - Challenged Athletes (63)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Warren Frank washing his PPE kit and taking care of his replacement foot. I think we learned something on this ride about the valve he uses which proved invaluable for the future trainings but most importantl the LB2CAT race itself. Training always pays off!

Ryan - Warren - Challenged Athletes (55)

2009-06-04T00:38:00.001-07:00

Ryan - Warren - Challenged Athletes (55)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Challenged athletes, Warren Frank and Ryan Levinson in training for their first LB2CAT personal watercraft offshore race. They are the first athletes in the PWC community to race under the new 'challenged athlete' division and will be racing from Long Beach to Catalina Island and back on July 12, 2009. A 60 mile transit through the open waters of the channel islands. Inspiring, courageous and driven, these men are changing the world around us, ask me how I know?

Warren is an amputee and Ryan has muscular dystrophy, no two finer characters have I ever rode with! Training day with RXTUSMC out of Camp Pendleton, CA

Mike Alpha and Ms. Levinson thank you for the photos

Warren-Shawn-Ryan -- Challenged Athletes (20)

2009-06-04T00:33:00.001-07:00

Ryan - Warren - Challenged Athletes (20)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Ryan Levinson - Challenged Athlete & Endurance PWC Racer

2009-06-03T03:22:00.000-07:00

Ryan Levinson-A challenged Athletes Story

AWA H2O Responder Member will be competing at this year's 2009 LB2CAT under the Challenged Athlete Category

When people first meet Ryan Levinson they often do not realize he is a challenged athlete. He is not missing a limb, using a wheelchair, or racing with a guide to help him see. Instead, this world-class triathlete is the first person in history to compete at a championship level despite being ravaged by FSHMD (Muscular Dystrophy), a progressive degenerative muscle wasting disease.

Ryan was diagnosed with MD in 1996 when he noticed some of his muscles rapidly disappearing. Since then, his disease has progressed to the point where he can now no longer hold his arms above his head, do a sit-up, pull-up, or push-up. He has lost major muscles in his chest, arms, back, abdominals, and legs. As his disease progresses, he may become too weak to even close his eyes or move his lips into a smile.

There is no treatment and no cure. No matter how hard Ryan trains he will continue to loose strength and ability. Yet rather than give up, Ryan continues to race with passion and he thrives on inspiring other people to do the same. His motto says it best, “You can’t always choose what happens to you, but you can choose what you do about it.”

This year alone Ryan helped develop and implement the new physically challenged divisions for off-road triathlons. He is the current chair of USA Triathlon’s Physically Challenged Rules and Logistics Subcommittee and serves as the XTERRA Physically Challenged “Ambassador.” He acts as a spokesperson for the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) and even makes his living as the first disabled Emergency Medical Technician to run 911 emergency calls with the San Diego Fire Department.

Over the past two years, Ryan has competed in more than 20 triathlons and bike races with 15 podium finishes. He was the 2006 XTERRA USA Champion and has twice placed 2nd at the World Championships. All the while he has lost nearly 15 pounds of muscle due to his degenerative disease. Even still, Ryan remains competitive to test himself, have fun, and demonstrate to the world that even if you have a disability that is not immediately obvious, there is a place for you in triathlon.

Ryan plans to continue racing and promoting triathlon while also helping spearhead CAF’s new efforts to increase opportunities for challenged athletes in surfing and other action sports.

Watch his 2007 Paul Mitchell Spirit Award Winner Fox Sports piece here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZB4ipo5tDA0

Visit Ryan's Homepage
www.RyanLevinson.com

LB2CAT 2009 - 45 days and counting

2009-06-02T21:38:00.000-07:00

Approx. 45 days until the LB2CAT! Assuming we have sponsors, PWCOFFSHORE intends to create another DVD for the 2009 LB2CAT! We have already incurred the cost to hire a helicopter and film crew so we will generate the footage and then take it from there!

We are hearing that there will be a number of huge names there! This is such an epic race, there are no better offshore races in the United States - this is the Daddy of them all. Legends like PWCOFFSHORE Hall of Famer Billy Womack has won this race multiple times and his legacy is sound. Will Craig Warner and Kawasaki win again? Will Honda and Vanis take it this year? Will there be a new name that takes us all by surprise? Will Shawn Alladio be the first woman competitor to cross the finish line yet again? Rough water or flat, this will be another historic race with a winner that will go down in history as one of the revered "Platinum Club" of LB2CAT winners.

This year we will all be inspired with a number of Challenged Athletes that will compete in this race across the channel. When you meet these warriors, you will be inspired, I guarantee it. More information to follow on this topic in the near future.

Sportsman, the new bone stock class, pro, vet master - get those entry forms in!

We can't wait to see everyone!

entry forms are available via www.pwcoffshore.com

LB2CAT 2009 offers new Challenged Athlete and Military Racing Divisions

2009-05-28T14:08:00.000-07:00

For Immediate Release:

RPM Racing Enterprises has created 2 new Racer Categories for the 2009 LB2CAT!

RPM Racing Enterprises makes history with the induction of 2 new racing categories for the PWC endurance competition format! Introducing the Inaugural New 2009 LB2CAT Divisions:

1. Challenged Athlete
2. Military

The LB2CAT (Long Beach to Catalina and Back) PWC Offshore Endurance race has been the crown jewel of endurance racing for over 2 decades. Endurance racing is growing the Personal Watercraft competition with great enthusiasm of racer support in 2009, with 4 premiere events.

The LB2CAT is approximately 60 miles of Wide Open Throttle (WOT) from the California mainland at the starting line in Long Beach, out across the Channel to the beautiful island of Catalina off of Avalon and back to the finish line in front of the historic Queen Mary Cruise ship anchorage. Join us at the Queensway Launch on Sundday, July 12th, 2009 at 7:00am. All registered competitors will be required to abide by the terms and conditions of the race requirements.

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CHALLENGED ATHLETE DIVISION - Open Class, 3 seater

Racing Statement from the words of competitor Ryan Levinson: "Raising awareness for competitive opportunities for challenged athletes, camaraderie and inspiration, whereas positive change comes from challenges". Inspired words from someone who walks that walk every day and will be competing in this years LB2CAT.

This is a unisex division open to those 16 years of age or older and for those who are physically capable of handling a Personal Watercraft at sustained speeds and distances. A courtesy chase boat will follow the last place rider, with a rescue board in case of assistance needed.

Registration Fee: $150.00USD

MILITARY DIVISION - Open Class, 3 seater
Racing Statement: 'On this day we shall stand and race united and remember those brave servicemen and women who have given all. They are now ahead of us. Out on point or patrol. They are not forgotten" Words spoken by RXTUSMC competing on Boat #71.

Open to all divisions of military personnel active or retired who have 'proof of Military ID'. This is a unisex division. (Open Class to the following United States: Navy, Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, Coast Guard). Athletes will run their 'colors' on their race boat, a sticker commemorating their branch of service.

Registration Fee: $150.00 USD

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Both Divisions will have trophy awards from 1st through 3rd place, and additional donated industry prizes.

APBA Competition license required: http://www.apbaracing.com/membership.html

You will need a confirmed Race # to run on your vessel. please follow the links for advice and suggestions.

http://pwcoffshore.com/LB2CAT_Race_Page.html LB2CAT Information Page

http://pwcoffshore.com/Home_Page.html Additional Information

SCSC/RPM RACING ENTERPRISES
1803 Morgan Lane
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Phone (310) 318-4012
Fax (310) 372-7427

puu-3626

2009-05-28T12:18:00.001-07:00

puu-3626
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Gerner's vision

pic by David Puu

DUBZ

2009-05-28T11:03:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

One Stogie.

Pic by David Puu of Robert Carreon

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2009-05-28T10:37:00.001-07:00

puu-3589
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Memorial Weekend 2009

David Puu

2009-05-27T22:50:00.001-07:00

puu-3624
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Photo of PWCoffshore Pro racers:
Dubz, Gerner, Alladio and Carreon

David Puu Photographer

2009-05-27T22:47:00.001-07:00

puu-3641
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

David Puu came to Rancho Dos Pueblos and took photos of the PWCoffshore.com Pro Race Team. Pictured here over the Memorial weekend are from l-r:
Shawn Alladio
Kim 'Ironman' Bushong
Mark Gerner
Robert 'Dubz' Carreon

Robert DUBZ Carreon

2009-05-26T17:03:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

PWCoffshore.com Pro racer

Liquid Militia Team Camp Out Memorial weekend

2009-05-26T16:58:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

Memorial Liquid Militia Team Camp Out

2009-05-26T16:51:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by PWCOFFSHORE

L-R
Kim Bushong, Robert Carreon, Shawn Alladio and Mark Gerner

Camp Pendleton offshore training May (5)

2009-05-20T00:02:00.001-07:00

Camp Pendleton offshore training May (5)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Shawn Alladio and Mike Arnold getting prepped for Jet Ski offshore training. One of 2 sessions this week. Prming for a 60 mile transit in July. One hot trot across the channel from Long Beach to Catalina and Back. Mike is picking up the pace, 'Nice and Tight'.

LB2CAT Again 1 001

2009-05-18T23:51:00.003-07:00

LB2CAT Again 1 001
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

LB2CAT Again 2 001

2009-05-18T23:51:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT Again 2 001
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

LB2CAT Again 3 001

2009-05-18T23:50:00.001-07:00

LB2CAT Again 3 001
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Pohaku 001

2009-05-18T23:29:00.005-07:00

Pohaku 001
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Bruised and broken 1 001

2009-05-18T23:29:00.003-07:00

Bruised and broken 1 001
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Bruised and Broken 2 001

2009-05-18T23:29:00.001-07:00

Bruised and Broken 2 001
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Bruised and Broken 3 001

2009-05-18T23:28:00.005-07:00

Bruised and Broken 3 001
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Bruised and Broken 4 001

2009-05-18T23:28:00.003-07:00

Bruised and Broken 4 001
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Bruised and Broken 5 001

2009-05-18T23:28:00.001-07:00

Bruised and Broken 5 001
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

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2009-05-18T23:27:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

New Zealand

2009-05-18T23:26:00.001-07:00

New Zealand
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

USMC Recon (3)

2009-05-14T12:27:00.001-07:00

USMC Recon (3)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Mike Arnold and Fabre as we get ready to train off of Camp Pendleton on the Kawasaki STX F15's. Mikes first offshore run on the little hot boats, he did really well!

APBA Propeller Magazine

2009-04-13T15:56:00.001-07:00

APBA Propeller Magazine
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

APBA Race Association publication article featured in Propeller Magazine of PWCoffshore.com Pro endurance racer Shawn Alladio

www.apbaracing.com

Mark Hahn 300 2009 -watercraftworld magazine 1

2009-04-13T15:53:00.003-07:00

watercraftworld magazine 1
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Article on the Mark Hahn 200 in the April issue of Watercraft World. Featuring PWCoffshore.com Pro Race Team Members

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Mark Hahn 300 -watercraft world magazine 2

2009-04-13T15:53:00.001-07:00

watercraft world magazine 2
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Article on the Mark Hahn 200 in the April issue of Watercraft World. Featuring PWCoffshore.com Pro Race Team members

Page 1 of 2

DP2AL start-PirScr

2009-04-06T16:22:00.001-07:00

DP2AL start-PirScr
Originally uploaded by davidtew@sbcglobal.net

PIRATE on the start fo the Dana Point to Catalina PWC offshore Sprint Race

Dana Point Sprint (6)

2009-04-04T21:52:00.001-07:00

Dana Point Sprint (6)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

PWCoffshore.com Race Time!

Mark Gerner, Sean Conner, Maya and Ahmed, and Mike Arnold hit the tech inspection for one day minus to green race go!

Dana Point Sprint (19)

2009-04-04T21:50:00.001-07:00

Dana Point Sprint (19)
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Tech inspection, tomorrow early am on Sunday the 5th of April is race time!

R & D Sponsor

2009-03-31T15:45:00.001-07:00

R & D Sponsor
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

PWC offshore team riders at the Mark Hahn 300 thank sponsor R&D for thier support

Sean Conner, Kim Bushong, Mark Gerner and Carreon

PWCoffshore training!

2009-03-29T12:20:00.003-07:00

PWCoffshore training!
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

Mike Golf getting his race training Ultra rigged for our Saturday Dana Point training run for the Catalina Sprint on April 5 2009

PWCoffshore training!

2009-03-29T12:20:00.001-07:00

PWCoffshore training!
Originally uploaded by K38 Rescue

At the Dana Point boat ramp meeting up with RXTUSMC and Socalwatercraft club/pwcoffshore.com bro's...one week out of the Sprint race