Pat Helfrick was a rising start who went on the IJSBA National Tour as a 13 year old teenager. He quickly accomplished running from Novice, to Expert to Professional in a few short seasons and then on to a World Championship. His trademarket freestyle trick was to jump 2 of his race boats and 'bunny hop' over them.

Kawasaki Jet Ski, the makings of the X2 and Racing in the 1980's

Guest presenter:  Joe Ballistrea

Welcome to The History of Jet Skis! Where we will share with special guests the memories, races, rescues, industry, triumphs and rides with us as we build your Jetski community to preserve the heritage and legacy for future generations to enjoy. We are constantly added new content, so visit often! We appreciate your participation, together we can chronicle the data from the early years of the sport and industry, so the present generation knows where we came from.  

Host Joe Ballistrea shares his early influences and experiences during the formative years of the jet ski racing scene in Southern California

Host:  Shawn Alladio


Which Generation are you?


1. First Generation-1973-1979

2. Second Generation 1980-1989

3. Third Generation 1990-1999

4. Fourth Generation 2000-2009

5. Fifth Generation 2010+

The History of Jet skis is a program of the Wake of Fame awards.

Kanalu K38 501C(3) educational non-profit

Welcome to The History of Jet Skis! Where we will share with special guests the memories, races, rescues, industry, triumphs and rides with us as we build your Jetski community to preserve the heritage and legacy for future generations to enjoy. We are constantly added new content, so visit often! We appreciate your participation, together we can chronicle the data from the early years of the sport and industry, so the present generation knows where we came from.  

Guest presenter:  Joe Ballistrea

Host Joe Ballistrea shares his early influences and experiences during the formative years of the jet ski racing scene in Southern California

Host:  Shawn Alladio


Which Generation are you?


1. First Generation-1973-1979

2. Second Generation 1980-1989

3. Third Generation 1990-1999

4. Fourth Generation 2000-2009

5. Fifth Generation 2010+

Welcome to The History of Jet Skis! Where we will share with special guests the memories, races, rescues, industry, triumphs and rides with us as we build your Jetski community to preserve the heritage and legacy for future generations to enjoy. We are constantly added new content, so visit often! We appreciate your participation, together we can chronicle the data from the early years of the sport and industry, so the present generation knows where we came from.  

Guest presenter:  Larry 'The Ripper' Rippenkroeger

Larry is an icon not only in our Jet Ski community, but is an incredible stunt double who has an illustrious career in film, and television.  He is a stunt double for Bruce Willis and has worked in over 75 film and televsion stunts.

Host:  Shawn Alladio


Which Generation are you?


1. First Generation-1973-1979

2. Second Generation 1980-1989

3. Third Generation 1990-1999

4. Fourth Generation 2000-2009

5. Fifth Generation 2010+

 

The History of Jet Skis is a part of our Kanalu K38 - WAKE OF FAME Awards

Welcome to The History of Jet Skis! Where we will share with special guests the memories, races, rescues, industry, triumphs and rides with us as we build your Jetski community to preserve the heritage and legacy for future generations to enjoy. We are constantly added new content, so visit often! We appreciate your participation, together we can chronicle the data from the early years of the sport and industry, so the present generation knows where we came from.  

Guest presenter:  Art 'The Ace' Chambers

Host:  Shawn Alladio


Which Generation are you?


1. First Generation-1973-1979

2. Second Generation 1980-1989

3. Third Generation 1990-1999

4. Fourth Generation 2000-2009

5. Fifth Generation 2010+

 

The History of Jet Skis is a part of our Kanalu K38 - WAKE OF FAME Awards

Welcome to The History of Jet Skis! Where we will share with special guests the memories, races, rescues, industry, triumphs and rides with us as we build your Jetski community to preserve the heritage and legacy for future generations to enjoy. We are constantly added new content, so visit often! We appreciate your participation, together we can chronicle the data from the early years of the sport and industry, so the present generation knows where we came from.  

Guest presenter:  Sheldon 'Mr. X-2" Messick

Host:  Shawn Alladio

Which Generation are you?

1. First Generation-1973-1979

2. Second Generation 1980-1989

3. Third Generation 1990-1999

4. Fourth Generation 2000-2009

5. Fifth Generation 2010+

 

The History of Jet Skis is a part of our Kanalu K38 - WAKE OF FAME Awards

Welcome to The History of Jet Skis! Where we will share with special guests the memories, races, rescues, industry, triumphs and rides with us as we build your Jetski community to preserve the heritage and legacy for future generations to enjoy. We are constantly added new content, so visit often! We appreciate your participation, together we can chronicle the data from the early years of the sport and industry, so the present generation knows where we came from.  

The History of Jet Skis is a part of our Kanalu K38 - WAKE OF FAME Awards

Guest presenter:  Celeste (Peterson) Ward

Host:  Shawn Alladio

Which Generation are you?

1. First Generation-1973-1979

2. Second Generation 1980-1989

3. Third Generation 1990-1999

4. Fourth Generation 2000-2009

5. Fifth Generation 2010+

Preserving the History of Jet Skis One Story at a Time

 

Welcome to The History of Jet Skis! Where we will share with special guests the memories, races, rescues, industry, triumphs and rides with us as we build your Jetski community to preserve the heritage and legacy for future generations to enjoy. We are constantly added new content, so visit often! We appreciate your participation, together we can chronicle the data from the early years of the sport and industry, so the present generation knows where we came from.  

The History of Jet Skis is a part of our Kanalu K38 - WAKE OF FAME Awards

Guest presenter:  Brenda Burns Chambers

Host:  Shawn Alladio

Which Generation are you?

1. First Generation-1973-1979

2. Second Generation 1980-1989

3. Third Generation 1990-1999

4. Fourth Generation 2000-2009

5. Fifth Generation 2010+

PHAMOUS BOB PHARES

 

Welcome to The History of Jet Skis! Our episodes will share, memories, races, triumphs and rides as we build your Jetski community to preserve the heritage and legacy for future generations to enjoy. We are constantly added new content, so visit often! We appreciate your participation, together we can chronicle the data from the early years of the sport and industry, so the present generation knows where we came from. 

Which Generation are you?

1. First Generation-1973-1979

2. Second Generation 1980-1989

3. Third Generation 1990-1999

4. Fourth Generation 2000-2009

5. Fifth Generation 2010+

Welcome to The History of Jet Skis! Where we will share with special guests the memories, races, rescues, industry, triumphs and rides with us as we build your Jetski community to preserve the heritage and legacy for future generations to enjoy. We are constantly added new content, so visit often! We appreciate your participation, together we can chronicle the data from the early years of the sport and industry, so the present generation knows where we came from.  

The History of Jet Skis is a part of our Kanalu K38 - WAKE OF FAME Awards

Guest presenter:  Bad Brad Southworth aka 'Rude'

Host:  Shawn Alladio

Which Generation are you?

1. First Generation-1973-1979

2. Second Generation 1980-1989

3. Third Generation 1990-1999

4. Fourth Generation 2000-2009

5. Fifth Generation 2010+