Acworth to Kick Off Wakeboard Tour

An estimated 8,000 spectators will flock to in Acworth on May 18-19 to watch some of the world's best wakeboarders compete in the 21st season of the . The newest boat MasterCraft XStar, which has been a staple of the wakeboarding scene since 1996, will also debut at the Acworth stop.

The 2013 XStar comes in weighing nearly 1000 pounds more than its award-winning predecessor and sucks in up to 2600 pounds of ballast. For the riders chasing the coveted PWT crown, all those numbers simply mean they will come face-to-face with one of the largest wakes ever produced, giving them the opportunity to again write history in the heart of Georgia.

“Year-in-and-year-out, Acworth is always one of the most electric venues on tour,” said Chris Bischoff, Pro Wakeboard Tour competition director.

Following the final rounds of action on Saturday, fans can stay and witness two exhibition events –the Double Up Contest and a Big-Air Kicker Contest. Both events will feature top athletes performing exciting and innovative new tricks that are not typically attempted in a traditional contest setting.

In addition to all the action on the water; on land, fans can enjoy plenty of great food, athlete autograph signings, chances to win freebies, product sampling, and shopping at the most cutting-edge stores for water-sports equipment. At the Pro Tour’s entertainment stage, guests can catch athlete interviews, color commentators and interactive live music. 

The first day of action in Acworth will feature qualifying rounds and is free to the public. Saturday will be a ticketed event beginning at 10:30 a.m. Tickets are available at the gate: $13 (adult); $5 (ages 6-12); free (ages 5 and under); or $7 (adult) if purchased online. Click here for more information.