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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG

2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG
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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG

Product catalog summary
Delta Base Technology: Chevron-shaped channels in the board's tip and tail reduce drag, enhancing speed and edge release.
Flex Technology: Specific layups provide optimal flex for explosive water performance and soft landings.
Impact Base: High-density polyethylene base for durability against rails and obstacles.
Fusion Core: Combines wood stringers with Feather Core foam for enhanced durability and performance.
Feather Core: Reduces swing weight for better midair control and maximum pop.
Wood Core: Paulownia wood ensures lightweight durability and an organic feel.
6mm Inserts: Standard inserts for easy bolt replacement.
Durarail Sidewalls: Urethane rail protects the board's core from impacts.
Surf and Skim Styles: Different fin and rail designs for surf-inspired or skate-like water experiences.
Concave Tunnel and Molded Fins: Enhance speed and tracking with quad molded fins.
Carbon Fiber Layup: Aerospace-grade material for superior strength-to-weight ratio.
Biolite: Eco-friendly material for life jackets, free of rubber foam and VOCs.
Inflatable SUP: Lightweight, durable, and easy to store with a dual-action pump.
Rocker Types: Various rocker designs (Continuous, Press-Pass, Progressive, 5-Stage, 3-Stage) offer different performance characteristics for pop and control.
Product Lines: Includes park boards, boat boards, wakesurfers, SUPs, slalom skis, and more, each with specific features for different riding styles and skill levels.
Pro Models: Signature boards designed with input from professional riders for optimized performance.
Valhalla Series: Offers a reliable shape with a thickness profile and molded fins for excellent edge control. Features a Progressive Rocker and Delta Base for smooth pop off the wake, enhancing rider control and confidence. Available in lengths of 133cm, 138cm, and 143cm, with weight limits ranging from 80-250lbs.
Hooky Series: Designed for younger riders, providing maneuverability and easy edging with its forgiving shape and Feather Core. Includes a Progressive Rocker for a good kick off the wake and is durable enough for cable parks. Lengths range from 111cm to 128cm, supporting weights from 40-150lbs.
Pixel Series: Ideal for beginners and intermediates, offering reduced drag and longer water time for progression. Features long molded fins for smooth transitions and a Progressive Rocker for consistent pop. Available in 132cm and 137cm lengths, with weight limits of 80-210lbs.
Sprite Series: A beginner-friendly board with a Continuous Rocker for stability and predictability. Includes dual channels and center-mounted fins for easy tracking and edging. Lengths are 119cm and 124cm, supporting weights from 40-140lbs.
System Series: Offers affordability and performance, featuring a Continuous Rocker and dual channels for stability and easy edging. Suitable for beginners and available in lengths from 119cm to 140cm, with weight limits of 40-230lbs.
Siren Series: Similar to the System, offering stability with a Continuous Rocker and dual channels. Available in a 135cm length, supporting weights from 100-180lbs.
Bindings: Feature a canted chassis for natural alignment, reducing stress on knees and ankles. Offer various sizes and configurations, including closed and open toe designs, with features like dual lace zones and orthotic footbeds for comfort and support.
Censor Series: A high-performance skim style board available in 50”, 55”, and 60” lengths. Constructed from carbon fiber and epoxy for durability and responsiveness, featuring a diamond shape for stability and reduced swing weight.
HZ2, FX1, VR2 Series: Surf series boards offering various features for different riding styles, including wide midsections for speed and stability, and multiple fin setups for customization. Designed for both beginners and experienced riders.
Microwave Series: A skim-style board with extra width in the tail for push and speed. Features a color-coded pad for teaching and is suitable for advanced riders with its tri-fin setup.
Panama Series: A soft-top surfer designed for affordability and ease of use, suitable for all skill levels.
Product Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and features of various water skis and kneeboards designed for different skill levels and purposes. It includes information on slalom skis, trick skis, sport series skis, performance series skis, and trainer series skis, as well as kneeboards.
Slalom Skis:
  • Pro Tour: Available in sizes 68”, 64”, and 58”, designed for beginners to intermediate skiers. Features include a heavy rocker, narrow tunnel, and 45-degree bevels.
  • Impulse: Sizes 64” and 66”, with a stable shape and softer flex, suitable for female skiers.
  • World Team: Sizes 64”, 66”, and 68”, known for its wide fore-body and deep tunnel, ideal for learning and progression.
Trick Skis:
  • Pro Trac: Size 42”, features tapered bevels and symmetrical rocker for stability and ease of use.
Bindings:
  • Lasted Construction: Designed for left and right specific bindings.
  • Low Pro Chassis: Offers a low center of gravity for better control and performance.
  • Dual Stretch Zone: Provides comfort and support with two release zones.
  • Binding Sizing: Available in various sizes, with specific recommendations for closed and open toe bindings.
Performance Series Skis:
  • Performer: Features X-8 bindings and is suitable for both slalom and combo skiing.
  • Reactor: Traditional skis with a narrower profile for maneuverability.
  • Celebrity: Versatile combo pair with easy adjustability and great fit.
Trainer Series Skis:
  • All Star: Includes a stabilizer bar and trainer rope, suitable for weights up to 85 lbs.
  • Simple Trainer: Inflatable combo trainer designed for children, with a maximum speed of 8 mph.
Kneeboards:
  • SoZo: Pro series kneeboard with a fusion core and sandwich construction for optimal performance.
  • Enforcer: Park series kneeboard designed for all-terrain use with impact base and dura-rail construction.
  • Ion: Flex series kneeboard with sandwich technology for lightweight and control.
Key Features and Recommendations:
  • Bindings are available in various sizes and styles, with specific recommendations for fit and performance.
  • Trainer series skis are designed for beginners and children, with features to aid in learning and safety.
  • Kneeboards are available in different series, each offering unique features for specific performance needs.
Product Specifications and Features:
Inflatable Tubes:
  • Materials and Construction: Made from 840/420 D nylon with EVA knuckle guards on handles. Bladders are typically 24 to 30 gauge.
  • Capacity: Varies from 1 to 8 riders, with weight limits ranging from 170 lbs to 340 lbs.
  • Valves and Tow Hooks: Equipped with lightning and eco valves, and quick connect tow hooks.
  • Warranty: One to two-year limited warranty.
  • Tow Rope Requirements: Tensile strength requirements range from 1500 lbs to 3350 lbs.
Inflators:
  • Types: Includes 12V, High HP, and 110V inflators.
  • Features: Heavy-duty construction, various nozzle options, and different PSI capabilities for quick inflation/deflation.
Foam and Mats:
  • Water Carpets: Available in various sizes and foam layers, offering different densities for comfort.
  • Yoga Mats: Inflatable with drop stitch technology, designed for stability and core engagement on water.
Life Vests:
  • Materials: Made from Biolite and Neoprene, offering lightweight and breathable options.
  • Approval: Most vests are U.S. Coast Guard Approved, with specific models for infants, children, and adults.
  • Features: Include zip closures, belts for security, and wide armholes for comfort.
Ropes and Handles:
  • Construction: Rigid frames with comfortable grips, anti-roll control arms, and zero-stretch lines.
  • Line Lengths: Adjustable sections for various lengths, typically 65’ to 80’.
Product Overview: The document provides a comprehensive overview of various watersports equipment, including ropes, handles, gloves, bags, and accessories. Each product is described with specifications, intended use, and available options.
Ropes and Handles:
  • Pro Waterski Mainline: 10-section, 75’ to 45’ off, made of USA Waterski approved 1/4” Polypro rope.
  • Pro Ski Handle: 13” wide, 1.08” diameter, with 4-rope construction.
  • Surf Ropes: Various lengths and grips for wakesurfing, including multi-loop sections for fine-tuning.
  • Tube Ropes: Available for 2, 4, and 6-person tubes, with varying break strengths and lengths.
  • Combo Ropes: Multiple section options for skiing, wakeboarding, and kneeboarding, made of high-quality polypropylene.
Gloves:
  • Pro Skin and Ski Skin: Full-fingered and 3/4 finger designs with Amara construction for wear resistance and pre-curved fingers for reduced fatigue.
  • Competitor X Grip: Features sticky fingers palm for enhanced grip and neoprene backhand for comfort.
Bags and Cases:
  • Quaker Backpack: Slim design with felt-lined pockets for electronics.
  • Board Cases: Options for kneeboards, wakeboards, and slalom skis, with features like padding, ventilation, and rolling wheels.
Accessories:
  • Includes items like banners, coasters, stickers, and apparel such as hoodies and tees.
  • Additional items like a boat blanket, bottle opener, and beach towel are also available.
Key Features:
  • Durability and versatility are emphasized across products, with many items featuring adjustable sections and high-strength materials.
  • Products are available in various colors and sizes to suit different preferences and needs.
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Catalog excerpts

2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-2

TABLE OF CONTENTS PRO TEAM PRODUCT TECH DELTA BASE TECHNOLOGY “Chevron” shaped channels molded into the tip and tail of the board reduce drag for faster edging and a cleaner release off the wake. SIGNATURE WAKE FLEX TECHNOLOGY Specific layups designed to flex in just the right places, giving you a board that explodes off the water, softens landings, and presses features with ease. COBE MIKACICH CORY TEUNISSEN JEFF LANGLEY SEAN O'BRIEN TARAH MIKACICH PRO WAKE PARKER SIEGLE ROBBY HOLIHAN DAVID O'CAOIMH GUNNAR SHULER MAX VAN HELVOORT GUNNER DAFT DANNY BURNSTEIN DANIEL MILES DARYZNEBEL JOE BATTLEDAY JACK...

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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-3

TEAM RIDER: MAX VAN HELVOORT

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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-4

BOARD TECH PARK SERIES WOOD CORE construction 4Printed Topsheet The Fade was designed to make you a better park rider! Our exclusive Press Pass rocker makes pressing a breeze with extended flat spots to help lock you in over the nose or tail. This rocker line, combined with our 100% Paulownia Wood Core explodes off kickers, so get ready to get booted. With its Wood Core, Durarail sidewalls, and Impact Base, the Fade was built with durability in mind and will keep you charging season after season. 4Our lightest, strongest fiberglass top layer 4 DuraRail board edges & fin insert reinforcements...

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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-5

The S.O.B may be the most versatile board on the market. Initially designed to appeal to the needs of the hard-charging cable crowd, the S.O.B. has it all; Impact Base, Durarail sidewalls, Fusion Core, minimal channeling and a concave hull. Its refined flex pattern feels snappy under your feet allowing for huge ollies, explosive pop off kickers, effortless pressing and smooth landings. What's even more impressive is that this “park board” excels behind the boat as well. Sean swears that it's the best board he has ever ridden behind the boat and based on how he's riding and how much fun he's been...

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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-6

PARK SERIES PARK SERIES Affordable and durable, the Fremont is the perfect board to get you started in the park. Its ultra light Feather Core provides a firm platform between the bindings and a soft, forgiving flex in the tip and tail. This gives the board a smooth, freeride feel on the water and plenty of performance on rails and kickers. It’s featureless base and removable fins promote proper edge control for beginner and intermediate riders, so there’s no cheating here. From day one, this board will help you learn to ride the proper way and ultimately allow you to take your riding to whatever...

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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-7

PRO RIDER: CORY TEUNISSEN

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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-8

PRO BOAT SERIES Looking to get booted like Jeff Langley? The Rome is a great place to start. This super stiff board utilizes a wider profile and a 5-Stage Rocker to maximize lift off the wake. Normally you’d have to worry about the repercussions of going too high, but with the Rome’s center spine, hard landings are a thing of the past. With its width, floaty Feather Core, Delta Base and bottom channeling, the Rome is a perfect board for intermediate to advanced riders looking for the ultimate relaxed, freeride feel. For 2018, Cory Teunissen decided it was time to upgrade his pro model board and...

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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-9

LENGTH WIDTH ROCKER STANCE WEIGHT LIMIT FIN SET-UP SPARKPRO BOAT SERIES FORMATBOAT SERIES Tarah Mikacich's incessant desire for fun on the water has met its match with the fun-filled ride of the Spark. With its thinned out Feather Core, 3-Stage Rocker and full step-down rail, the Spark sits a little deeper in the water; delivering effortless edge control and a predictable, punchy pop off the wake that will bring a smile to anyone's face. With a triple concave hull and a Delta Base, the Spark has everything a pro rider wants, but is also the perfect choice for anyone looking for a stable platform...

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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-10

BOAT SERIES BOAT SERIES The Valhalla keeps delivering a ride that everyone loves. Its new contouring and balanced thickness profile have taken an easy to ride board and made it even more forgiving to benefit beginner and intermediate riders. Its Feather Core, new thickness profile and molded fins give the Valhalla tons of control from edge to edge making it an ultra reliable shape. The new contouring, along with its Progressive Rocker and Delta Base, generates a smooth, controlled pop off the wake; allowing the rider to maintain control in the air and build confidence in their riding. Behind...

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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-11

BOAT SERIES BOAT SERIES The Sprite is a great first board for kids just getting into the sport or the perfect board to keep on your boat for any friends who want to try their hand at wakeboarding. Its Continuous Rocker keeps the board stable on the water and predictable off the wake. The Sprite uses dual channels at the tip and tail and center mounted Flank Fins to ensure predictable tracking and easy edging. The Sprite has an extra buoyant foam core making it easy to get up and out of the water. The Pixel is the perfect board for beginner and intermediate riders looking to progress their boat...

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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-12

BOAT SERIES BOAT SERIES Like the System, The Siren’s Continuous Rocker keeps the board stable on the water and predictable off the wake. The Siren also uses the same dual channels at the tip and tail and center mounted Flank Fins to ensure predictable tracking and easy edging. The System offers performance at an affordable price. Its Continuous Rocker keeps the board stable on the water and predictable off the wake. The System also uses dual channels at the tip and tail and center mounted Flank Fins to ensure predictable tracking and easy edging. To top it off, its extra buoyant foam core makes...

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2018 O’BRIEN CATALOG-13

binding TECH LASTED CONSTRUCTION Shaped to the contours of a foot to make a left and right specific binding. POWER ARCH • Provides more arch support during normal riding conditions. • Minimizes the amount your foot rolls inward on hard landings, reducing stress on your knees. OFF AXIS ROTATION SYSTEM Equal heel & toe leverage while achieving perfect alignment. INDUSTRY FIRST CANTED CHASSIS The chassis is canted 2.5 degrees inward generating a more natural alignment and leg position when riding. • More support to the outside of the foot provides improved control. • Reduces stress and fatigue on...

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