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Sea-Doo‘s European champion, France’s X-Team Racer Cyrille Lemoine had an outstanding year and here is a recap of his season. This 10x World Champion is widely recognized on the European circuit and a proud Sea-Doo racer. For more about Cyrille click here.
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BIO
NAME: Chris Kringle
SPORT: Reindeer Racing, Snow Cross, Curling, Wake Sports
AGE: Timeless
PORT: North Pole
FAMILY: Married
Chris Kringle is not known for his prowess on the water but he does have wake skills worthy of being an honorary X-TEAM rider. His balance and speed are immeasurable yet fitness is never a concern. His XXXXL PFD holds in that belly of jelly. While he makes his rounds aboard a Sea-Doo GTI SE 155, red of course, he always makes time to read each and every letter from his fans from around the world.
Most people don’t know much about the big man other than he works diligently all year and leads an army of small-in-stature craftsmen. He is a master of logistics and delivers fun to all that are good. His transportation of choice is out-of-this-world but does perform better in cooler climates. This is where Sea-Doo watercraft have come to his rescue during the past 25 years.
Kringle is able to provide his delivery crew a few milliseconds of rest time in the water bound areas, making waterfront deliveries via dockside delivery. As of 
late his delivery time has become substantially more efficient with the innovation of BRP’s Intelligent Brake and Reverse (iBR). The new technology provides him greater control to quickly and quietly pull up to docks and when managing his bag of gifts, starting in Neutral allows him to leave as quiet as a mouse.
Lets get to know Chris Kringle a bit better through his own words. . .
OnBoard - Chris, where did you grow up and how was your competitive spirit developed?
Kringle – I grew up in a magical part of the world few have ever seen. It isn’t the easiest place to get to, but we do have a fleet of Ski-Doo Snowmobiles for the work force and I utilize my custom sleigh and trusty reindeer. When I venture to the tropics we have Sea-Doo watercraft at various ports around the world. As far as competition, our operation is continually challenged and we must cover more area and visit more homes. We push ourselves to be better and more efficient. That new Sea-Doo ECO Mode helps out too as we can go longer without stopping.
OnBoard – What do you do away from the water to stay on the water? What’s your profession?
Kringle – We spend most of our time at the production facility away from the water but a handful of times a year we visit our watersports R&D facility at a secret spot in the Caribbean. On the WAKE side we work with the talents of the NIKE wake team of Nick Taylor, Ben Horan, Andrew Pastura, and Kevin Henshaw. On the performance side, we work with racers James Bushell, Troy Snyder, Brian Baldwin, Claude Clayton, Erminio Iantosca, James Mastersons, Jared Moore, and Chris MacClugage. They are all really good, ho ho ho.
OnBoard – Chris, How were you introduced to watersports?
Kringle – In our business we travel over all areas of this beautiful world. My parents taught me to appreciate the sea and waterways of the world and taught me how important these waterways are to everything living and that Sea-Doo watercraft are the best vehicles to be connected to that life. Sea-Doo watercraft are the ultimate vehicles to be connected with water top nature.
OnBoard – Since you began travelling what are some of your accolades?
Kringle – Lets just say I have been in the double diamond skymiles club every year for the past ….. many years, and have done so all in one night.
OnBoard – Chris, Where is your favorite PWC riding location?
Kringle – Ho ho ho, golly, there are so many, Bora Bora, Queensland, Traverse City, South Beach, Lake Powell, Marseille, Van Ryneveld, Perth, so so many.
OnBoard – What is it about PWC riding that keeps you coming back?
Kringle – Sea-Doo watercraft offer the perfect melding of function and fashion. Sea-Doo watercraft have a look that sets them apart and while holding onto the reins the handling is so instinctual, and they are built to last over 10 years, while operating in the most harsh conditions of any motorized vehicle.
OnBoard – How was your experience doing a quick photo shoot with the Sea-Doo team in Florida?
Kringle - If there was one word to describe the Sea-Doo crew it would be Passion. I have the utmost respect for people who follow their dreams and live for what they do. That was very enjoyable. It was difficult to get an extra hour this time of year but they were very professional and did their job with passion. They share many of the same qualities of our organization. They bring people fun and happiness. If you love what you do it isn’t work and that is how that team thinks.
BRP thanks Chris Kringle for his time and dedication to the pursuit of spreading joy around the world. You can look at the details of his favorite water sleigh and follow Kringle’s upcoming adventure on his trip tracker.
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Kings Cup Pro Run About Open Grand Prix Winners, from Left to Right: (4) Jared Moore, (2) James Bushell, (1) Veerapong Maneechom, (3) Chaowalit Kuajaroon, (5) Aero Aswar
Sea-Doo X-TEAM riders continue to dominate personal watercraft racing with a record setting effort at the recent 2012 PWC KING’S CUP GRAND PRIX in Pattaya City Thailand. The King’s Cup is the last major PWC race of the year, as the top riders from around the world close out their competitive year following October’s IJSBA World Championship. For the past eight years many of the top riders have converged at the Kings Cup to battle for one last chance at a title during the calendar year.
In the premier Pro Runabout Open class Veerapong Maneechom (Thailand), James Bushell (United Kingdom) and Chaowalit Kuajaroon (Thailand) showed the world once again that it takes the all-new Sea-Doo RXP-X 260 to claim a podium spot this year. James Bushell after winning runabout world titles in both Pro Open and GP tied overall winner Maneechom in points at the end of the weekend, but it came down to a tiebreaker the final moto. Maneechom separated himself from the pack during his final moto victory, and the event ended with Maneechom standing on the winners spot at this years King Cup. Not only did Sea-Doo riders fill the podium, Sea-Doo X-TEAM riders in the Pro Runabout Open class took spots one through seven, and eight of the top ten racers were riding Sea-Doo RXP-X watercraft.
After the dominating performances at the IJSBA World Finals the X-TEAM momentum continues. The fastest riders in the world are choosing to ride Sea-Doo watercraft. These numbers continue to grow since the Sea-Doo RXP-X has arrived on the market; lets take a look…
- Of the 134 racers in the runabout category at the Kings Cup, 103 of them were riding Sea-Doo watercraft, an impressive 77%.
- There were 27 podium spots available, 23 of them were claimed by a Sea-Doo.
- Nine class championships were available, eight of those were won by a racer on a Sea-Doo watercraft.
Pro Am Runabout stock class shared a familiar theme with the Pro Runabout Open class. Once again Sea-Doo took the top three positions with Terra Settura from Thailand taking the top honors. Settura won two of the four motos. Runner up Omude Salee from Cambodia put up a challenge by also winning two motos, but Settura’s combined moto scores bested Salee’s for the 2012 title. Rounding out the podium was Thanaphan Phungjunan from Thailand.
As race season comes to an end and plans are made for 2013, one can’t help but wonder how many racers will be aboard Sea-Doo watercraft next season. Congratulations to all of the new Kings Cup Champions and to all racers who chose Sea-Doo as their watercraft of choice at this years PWC Kings Cup – World Cup Grand Prix
For full results visit:
http://www.ijsba.com/pdfs/2012/kingscup_results3.pdf
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Competitors around the world will be vying for The King’s Cup title at the Jet Ski King’s Cup 2012 World Cup Grand Prix, Dec. 5-9 in Pattaya City, Thailand. This high intensity race event will pit riders from all over including our own Sea-Doo X-Team riders.
This is the 15th year of the competition that originally attracted riders from the Asia Pacific region and has now grown to include racers from all over the world. In 2008, the World Cup Grand Prix system was introduced and sanctioned by the International Jet Sport Boating Association (IJSBA) to allow equal opportunities to racers worldwide. In each of the Pro categories, each nation is allowed to only send 4 riders to compete in this fast paced, complex race.
Representing Sea-Doo in the King’s Cup World Cup Grand Prix will be:
James Bushell, King’s Cup 2011
Good luck to all the Sea-Doo X-Team riders!
Here are some useful links for additional information on the King’s Cup:
Link to event schedule: http://www.jetski-worldcup.com/2012event-schedule.html
King’s Cup Competitors List: http://www.jetski-worldcup.com/racer&library.html
If you are lucky enough to live in the Asia zone, ESPN Starport will be airing the races. Follow this link to airtimes and channels: http://www.jetski-worldcup.com/news/news12_06.html
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BRP’s award winning Sea-Doo RXP-X 260 leads the strongest high-performance line-up in watercraft history. BRP invented the performance watercraft in 1991 and has led the industry in this segment ever since. The 2013 Sea-Doo high-performance family includes five models led by the RXP-X 260, the decorated, world championship-winning model that changed the definition of watercraft in this segment. The RXP-X 260 offers a T3 hull and Ergolock system, empowering riders to ride like pros with less effort. This high-performance family includes the Sea-Doo RXP-X 260, RXT-X aS 260, RXT-X 260, RXT 260 and the popular GTR 215.
2013 Sea-Doo RXP-X 260 
BRP’s Sea-Doo RXP-X 260 became the new standard in the high-performance arena by winning the IJSBA Pro Open & GP racing World Championships, and the European tour Pro Stock and GP Championships. The RXP-X is also the recipient of the prestigious National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Innovation Award, the Red Dot Design Award, and was named 2012 “PWC of the Year” by PWCToday.com.
The 2013 RXP-X 260 enters its second year of setting new performance standards with an ominous visual appeal, ingenious hull design and reinvented ergonomics that allows riders to realize 100% of their riding potential. The T3 hull design allows the RXP-X 260 to aggressively lean into corners and penetrate chop better than any of its two-seater counterparts. T3 stands for “tight-turning t-hull” and uses an advanced, dual surface hull design with a unique combination of soft and hard chines, dual axis adjustable rear sponsons and performance trim tabs. This allows the rider to turn tighter and faster, leaving the competition green with envy.
The revolutionary Ergolock system integrates a narrowing, body-molded racing seat, Adjustable Ergonomic Steering (A.E.S.) system and angled footwell wedges, all complementing the aggressive, lean-in characteristics. With the A.E.S. system, the rider can adjust the handlebar width and grip angle for a perfect upper body connection. The unique RXP-X 260 seat form-fits the rider’s lower body, alleviating upper body strain in hard turns, connecting the rider to the machine, and ultimately the water, better than any other two-seater. Following the dominating World Championship-winning performance of Sea-Doo X-TEAM rider, James Bushell, aboard the T3 hull, the racing community has turned to the RXP-X 260 as the new standard on race-circuits worldwide. With over a year of aftermarket performance parts development, the RXP-X 260 can be customized to fit any enthusiasts’ desires. BRP’s Intelligent Brake and Reverse (iBR) and Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) systems make the 2013 RXP-X 260 the most feature and technology rich two-seater in high-performance watercraft history.
2013 Sea-Doo RXT-X aS 260 
The Sea-Doo RXT-X aS 260 features a high output, supercharged Rotax 4-TEC engine with intercooler and race-inspired features, making this open water runner the ultimate offshore watercraft. The exclusive Sea-Doo iControl technologies provide rough water riders more comfort to push performance with full rider suspension calibrated for heavy offshore conditions. The adjustable suspension system (aS) features a compression-adjustable FOX damper and mechanical spring preload adjustment mechanism. The RXT-X aS 260 model boasts heavy sea condition enhancements including: adjustable rear sponsons, adjustable trim tabs and bow stabilizers integrated with the wave penetrating S3 hull design to give the rider greater stability and control at speed. Sea-Doo X-series watercraft are the only models equipped with standard race-inspired features including: custom steering system with A.E.S., grip, groove seat, X-series traction mats and digital infocenter with boost indicator and lap timer. The RXT-X aS 260 model also comes equipped with BRP’s exclusive iBR and iTC systems with ECO mode.
2013 Sea-Doo RXT-X 260 
BRP’s 2013 Sea-Doo RXT-X 260 is equipped with advanced X-TEAM racing components that put this model in a class of its own. The non-suspended RXT-X 260 model integrates the precise turning S3 hull with adjustable rear sponsons. The RXT-X 260 watercraft is equipped with standard race specific features including: steering system with A.E.S grip, groove seat, digital infocenter with integrated lap timer and boost indicator, X-Series traction mats, and high-performance variable trim system (VTS). It also features iBR and iTC systems with ECO mode and quick-set Sport/Touring modes.
2013 Sea-Doo RXT 260
BRP’s 2013 Sea-Doo RXT 260 is fully equipped with a high output, supercharged Rotax 4-TEC engine with intercooler and all of the benefits of the Sea-Doo exclusive iControl technologies. The RXT 260 model comes equipped with iBR and iTC with customizable power delivery modes including ECO mode. The RXT 260 features a S3 hull for improved handling and stability, touring and sport mode calibrations for linear power delivery or more aggressive acceleration, tilt steering with integrated digital infocenter, high-performance VTS, hinged seat for easy engine access, watertight removable storage bin and fuel consumption displays among many more.
2013 Sea-Doo GTR 215
BRP’s 2013 Sea-Doo GTR 215 is based on the playful yet predictable handling of the GTI platform while offering more power from its supercharged Rotax 4-TEC marine engine. The GTR 215 carries the Sea-Doo performance heritage with strong 
acceleration and handling prowess. It’s easily tunable with aftermarket accessories. The GTR 215 is also fully equipped with the Sea-Doo iControl technologies including iTC and award-winning iBR system, allowing the rider to stop up to 100 feet sooner than any other watercraft*. The Sea-Doo GTR 215 features: integrated infocenter, high-performance VTS, 116 liters (30.5 US gallons) of storage and grip and groove seat.
The 2013 Sea-Doo performance family includes the right model for every high-performance enthusiast. IJSBA racers worldwide have made the Sea-Doo RXP-X 260 the new standard in closed course racing, led by World Champions James Bushell (UK) and Chris MacClugage (USA). The Sea-Doo RXT 260 platform is the offshore World Championship watercraft of France’s Cyrille Lemoine, and the Sea-Doo GTR 215 is the ideal combination of playfulness and performance for racers worldwide. High-performance enthusiasts turn to Sea-Doo for a pro-caliber, world championship worthy watercraft to dominate their local waters.
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The 2012 RIVA Racing HydroDrag Fall Nationals, sponsored by BRP Sea-Doo, will be held at the USA Water Ski Complex in Polk County, Fla., November 2-4. The event attracts racers from across the USA vying for a share of the cash and prize purse, USA National Titles the prestigious International Title, the Drag Racing World Cup, as recognized by the International Jet Sports Boating Association (IJSBA).
The event kicks off on Friday and activities and races are scheduled through Friday evening. The event schedule is listed below, but we also recommend visiting the event website in case of any late schedule changes.
| Friday, Nov 2nd | |
| 9am ~ 12pm | Late Registration / Check-in |
| 12pm | Safety Meeting and Orientation |
| 1pm ~ 3pm | X-Scream Launch Pad Practice – All Classes |
| 3pm ~ 5pm | Slalom Competition |
| 7pm ~ 8pm | Racers Welcome Party – Hooters/Lakeland |
| Saturday, Nov 3rd | |
| 9am | Hydro Stock Qualifying and Semi Finals |
| 11am | Hydro Limited Qualifying and Semi Finals |
| 1pm ~ 2pm | Freestyle Demo |
| Lunch Break | |
| 2pm | Miss HydroDrag Bikini Contest |
| 2:30pm ~ 4:30pm | Hydro Superstock Qualifying and Semi Finals |
| 4:30pm ~ 5:30pm | Speed Alley – All Classes |
| Sunday, Nov 4th | |
| 9am ~ 11am | Hydro Unlimited Qualifying and Semi Finals |
| 11am ~ 12pm | Lunch |
| 12pm ~ 1pm | Flat Water Freestyle Championships |
| 1pm | Hydro Stock Finals |
| 1:30pm | Hydro Limited Finals |
| 2pm | Hydro Superstock Finals |
| 3pm | Hydro Unliminted Finals |
| 4pm | Pro Hydro-X Tour Ramp Jump Demo |
| 5pm | Awards |
For more event information click HERE to be redirected to the Riva Hyrdodrag website.
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BRP Sea-Doo X-TEAM racer, James Bushell of the UK continued to build upon his legacy and that of the Sea-Doo RXP-X watercraft by repeating as Pro GP and Pro Open World Champion at the recent 2012 IJSBA World Finals.
Bushell’s Championship success on the T3 hull design at the 2011 event was magnified at the 2012 event as starting lines were filled with black and yellow Sea-Doo RXP-X models. Sea-Doo PWC riders won 16 of the available 21 titles and filled 47 of the 63 available podium positions at the 2012 World Finals. Bushell’s performance in both the Pro GP and Pro Open class were easily the most dominating performances in recent history, further building the new racing legacy of BRP’s Sea-Doo RXP-X watercraft.
“The popularity of our Sea-Doo RXP-X on the starting lines and accompanying victories proves to the world this watercraft has reset the high-performance benchmark,” said Yves Leduc, vice president – general manager, North America division. “BRP strives to be the best in every category we compete in and James Bushell and the Sea-Doo RXP-X once again proved to be the best on the most prestigious stage in the world of personal watercraft racing.”
World Champion, James Bushell
Bushell’s precision on the race track was astounding but equally as impressive was the two additional podium finishers riding Sea-Doo RXP-X models in Pro Open; Jared Moore of South Africa finishing second and third place finisher Chokuthit Molee of Thailand. Sea-Doo Centre backed RXP-X rider Kylie Elmers of Australia also added to her collection of World titles by nearly lapping the field on the way to the 2012 Pro Women Championship. All of these champions were assisted by the tuning skills of Les Cooke of the Sea-Doo Centre in Australia who has mastered the ability to expand on BRP’s Sea-Doo RXP-X out of the box racing capabilities to put these riders ahead of all other challengers.
The Sea-Doo RXP-X is equipped with designs and technologies that make every rider a better rider. The exclusive Sea-Doo T3 hull design tracks straighter through choppy conditions and combined with the Ergolock system, allows the rider to turn tighter with less effort. These exclusive BRP designs and the power of the Rotax 4-TEC Supercharged HO marine engine give the rider a clear performance advantage. Riders can utilize the power more efficiently in all areas of high performance riding minimizing fatigue, cornering faster and seemingly shortening the racetrack compared to the competition.
“BRP remains a trendsetter and continues to maintain its status as the industry leader in performance”, added Chris Dawson, vice-president and general manager, International division. “This result shows that Sea-Doo personal watercraft popularity is truly global”.
The 2013 Sea-Doo RXP-X watercraft will start being available in BRP dealerships October 2013. For a more detailed look at the new T3 hull, Ergolock system and stunning flowing facet design, visit www.sea-doo.com.
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BRP supports the watercraft racing community more than any other manufacturer through the Sea-Doo x-TEAM Bounty racer contingency program and Promoter support program. Every year BRP selects the top Sea-Doo watercraft racers to compete in a special invitational event at the World Finals. These 10 racers are given the chance to post their fastest single lap on the same production Sea-Doo X-series watercraft. The top three advance to the Sunday final to post their fastest lap in front of the Pro day crowd.
Chris MacClugage was the top qualifier and although James Bushell bested him in the final it is always fun to watch one of the best riders in the world put together a perfect lap. Note MacClugages throttle finger, on the Sea-Doo RXP-X he is able to utilize the full 260 hp all the way around the track.
NOTE: Chris MacClugage is a professional rider and this video was filmed on a closed course. Do not attempt if this is over you riding ability and always wear protective riding gear.
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The headline of this X-TEAM TUESDAY could be expected to be of Sea-Doo X-TEAM rider James Bushell defending BOTH his Pro GP and Pro Open World Championships, a feat never before accomplished, or the fact the Sea-Doo RXP-X has officially planted itself as the best racing hull in history, but one story that many may not hear is of five year old local Lake Havasu City, Arizona resident Zack Lugo and the love he received from some elite racers.
The IJSBA World Finals is the epicenter of the personal watercraft world for one week in October every year. The best personal watercraft riders from around the world train and prepare all year for their one shot at competition immortality. One of these racers is Chris MacClugage who has already proven his racing immortality over the past 20+ years and 15+ championships.
MacClugage is a new father and has certainly realized the true meaning of what unconditional love really means, as only a parent could understand. This is where Zack comes in. MacClugage with his wife Rachel were introduced to the fragility of mortality when they learned of a local child in the race of his life against a rare form of cancer. On a day that began with hundreds of Lake Havasu residents participating in a “pink” march to the London Bridge in recognition of Breast Cancer, the MacClugages treated Zack and his family to a VIP race experience.
BRP has made it a tradition at the World Finals to do something special for the year’s best Sea-Doo watercraft racers through the Sea-Doo X-TEAM Bounty Invitational challenge. A select number of riders compete to post there best, single lap time on a stock Sea-Doo X-model with the winner taking home $1000 from BRP. The event has become known as the richest lap in PWC racing.
L>R James Bushell, Lugos, Zack Lugo, Tim McKercher, Mike Young, Steve Bushell, Troy Snyder, Chris MacClugage, Scott Frazier
It didn’t end there, unpromoted, Dave Bamdas (president of RIVA), Scott Frazier (Director of the IJSBA), and Steve Bushell (James’ father and owner of 158 Performance) had a side wager with each donating $500 in support of their selected rider. The Sea-Doo racing management also doubled the Sea-Doo Bounty prize to $2000.
Between the first and second motos the X-TEAM riders put in their respective fast laps with Bushell posting the fastest time but the three riders and the racing community came together to tell the Lugo family they were receiving $3500. All three riders, with tears in their eyes and egos aside, let Zack know their efforts were to help him win his race.
OnBoard will be giving the epic World Finals coverage in an upcoming article and videos but today…Long live the Sea-Doo LIFE Zack.
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The only buoy that matters
Every year the best and fastest personal watercraft riders in the world converge in the middle of the Arizona desert in the oasis named Lake Havasu City, Arizona. This man made lake is part of the Colorado River and has been home to to the IJSBA (International Jet Sports Boating Association) World Finals for 31 years and in 2012 BRP’s Sea-Doo X-TEAM comes in with high expectations after a stellar 2011 event. Last October UK’s James Bushell shocked the racing world by dominating the PRO runabout classes in a manner never before seen on the new T3 hull. With a full year of the new RXP-X in the field, the starting lines at this years event are plastered with the black and yellow of Sea-Doo RXP-X models.
MACC Racing’s Chris MacClugage.
The premier class – and the biggest of the weekend – is the Pro Stock class where Chris MacClugage is the favorite after switching to Sea-Doo for the first time in his 20+ year storied career but will be chased by other X-TEAM riders Troy Snyder, Erminio Iantosca, Cody Hawkins, James Bushell (racing three classes) and a host of International riders. Pro Stock runs Today (Friday, Oct 5) and we will supply results right here.
You can watch the racing live on the Hot Products Webcast at www.ijsba.com
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