Our newest video project, “The Way” has been an amazing project to work on and is finally for sale IN STORES! There are so many aspects that make this video like no other; like Rhett Whatley’s exclusive soundtrack, two versions to choose to watch on one DVD (A Trip Version and a Riding Only Version), and all of the wild things these riders did along the way. We made this video to show what it’s like to be on a professional wakeboard trip and these riders didn’t disappoint with amazing riding and incredible adventures. This video will make you want to get out and take a trip of your own! Don’t just take my word for it, this is what the riders had to say about their favorite parts of the trip…

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This Saturday, April 11 is the world premiere of Scratch Films new wake video “The Way.” The premiere will be held at The Liquid Lime in Kirkland, WA. There will be a $5 cover and the venue is open for ages 21 and older.

Raffles, giveaways, and also gear from Northwest Riders Clothing Company will be available…so bring your wallets!

Northwest Film Makers Sean Kilgus of BFY Productions (DRIVE), Jared Eygabroad of Scratch Films (GodSpeed), and Spencer Norris of WIT Productions (One Eye Shut) have all released NEW Wakeboard Videos for this 2008 Wake Season. WakeboardNorthwest.com has covered the filming process of each video over the last year. We will be posting interviews with each of the film makers, many of the riders within the videos, as well as photo galleries from our on location travels and documentary.

If you have not picked up a copy of these Wakeboard Video titles we encourage you to stop by your local pro shop and do so today. We’ve posted direct links to order a copy online, just click through the post.

What we want from you, OUR READERS, is to REVIEW these Wakeboard Videos. Comment below. Tell us what you thought of the individual films, compare them to previous releases by each film maker, and highlight the riding sections that you thought were the best in each video for DRIVE, GodSpeed, and One Eye Shut. Your opinion, feedback, and comments matter to us…. so let us know…

Again, we’ve posted links to the teasers of video and links to purchase them

It’s here! Scratch Films fourth release, “Godspeed,” is now available at premier board shops everywhere. There are still some upcoming video premieres (including one at Central Washington University on Friday, April 4th). Go out and grab a copy now. The film was shot at multiple locations from multiple trips around Washington, Georgia, Idaho, and elsewhere. The film stars: Nick Ennen, Robby Carter, Jimmy Wolfe, Brett Lee, Chris Craig, Brandon Lee, Rhett Whatley, Mike Cardoza, Sean O’Brien, Thomas Olson, and Travis Propst.

Read more … after the jump.

Scratch Films new flick “Godspeed” is set to Premiere tonight (Friday, March 21). The party will go down in Kirkland, WA and is sure to be a good time. There are some great giveaways and a ton of Northwest wakers will be on hand.

All the information … after the jump.

Scratch Films new flick “Godspeed” is set to release soon. To set off the occasion, there will be multiple premieres over the next few months. “Godspeed” is the follow up to “Evergreen,” “The Good Times,” and “The Good Times 2.” The video is getting plenty of coverage and should feature the same great riding and fun times in wake as prior releases.

Take a look at the details … after the jump.

As you may or may not have already heard, Northwest staple Chris Craig recently took the “initiation” many a wakeboarder does with the first major injury of his career. He did a number on his knee that ended his season back in October. We asked Chris about the knee and where he goes from here. Have a read … after the jump.

Rob Carter is arguably one of the most stylish riders to be grown out of the Northwest. He is also one of the most under recognized riders by the rest of the wake industry media outlets. Throughout the summer Carter has been busy filming with Jared Eygabroad of Scratch Films and Spencer Norris of WIT Productions. You’ll be impressed by his riding when you watch his sections in both films set to release in late December and Spring ‘08.

This Central Oregon native deserves more support across the board from the other media outlets and sponsors. I know we will continue to lobby for it.

Check out Rob Carter’s photo gallery from a recent filming trip with WIT Productions after the jump.

Even though the weather has been taking a turn as of late and feels like winter already there is still wakeboarding going on here in the Northwest. If you don’t have plans this weekend you should make the trip to Koppert Lake for the AWS Fall Classic Wakeboard Tournament this Sunday. Riders from around area are planning to attend and ride in what is the “last” wakeboard comp of the season.

Saturday I know Slingshot will be at Koppert Lake so venture down there to demo their new gear. The on lake pro-shop has other industry brands to demo including Liquid Force.

The Fall Classic flyer and all the event details you need to know are posted after the jump.

Another summer is coming to an end. The water is getting a little colder and the days are becoming shorter. For most, this is a time of sadness. For others, it may mean a great snow season is to come. I hope with however you feel, you feel a sense of accomplishment, have little disappointment, and are leaving this summer with some really great memories. This summer for me was filled full of great times, good people, and memories that will last a lifetime. As usual the annual trip out to Idaho is always my favorite and I know everyone there was excited to end the last month of summer with a bang.

Read more on Scratch Film’s video shoot for “Godspeed” in Idaho … after the jump.