Race Report – Justin Smith Race Director: “Round 1 of the Jettribe Mid America WaterX Championship kicked off this past weekend at Branched Oak Lake. Racers from across the USA came together for an action-packed weekend of world championship qualifying. The race site was located near the historical Kawasaki factory that originally produced the first stand-up jet ski. From here they decided to go to market with the first model and sell through the dealerships. Fast-Forward 50 years or so, and Jettribe comes together with Nauti Water Racing to put on a race that had everyone thrilled to be back racing on the water. 

Racers tested their skills on the rough waters that had 2-3 foot swells constantly blowing through the race course. There was a great turnout in the Junior and Beginner Classes, and this contributes to the sports growth. A solid core group of Region 9 Racers returned to battle it out on the “nauti-water” and see old friends after 18 months of being separated. The weather called for sunscreen and smiles, and the positive atmosphere contributed to great racing environment all weekend long.” 

Race Results are posted on www.jettribe.com/mid-america-waterx-opening-round/