 High
Retail Demand For Tigé '09 Models Contradicts Sagging Marine Market
ABILENE, TX -- Contradicting current negative trends in the marine industry, Tigé Boats today announced that retail sales of its 2009 line of inboard watersport boats has achieved levels significantly higher than previous years.
Introduced in July, the 2009 Tigé line created immediate,
positive customer response significantly higher than previous years,
as indicated by popular third-party web forum content and customer
inquiry levels. Lead generation on the Tigé website also
jumped dramatically in July and has continued at levels significantly
higher than average.
Most notable, however, is that despite high mid-year gas prices
and a weakening economy, retail demand for the new Tigé models
has also been high. Of the total 2009 models Tigé has distributed
since the July introduction, 54% have sold to retail customers as
of October 31.
“I believe this is the highest level of off-season retail
sales in the history of the company,” said Tigé CEO
Charlie Pigeon. “And these new Tigé models have been
selling at healthy margins. It’s a true paradox, considering
the challenging economic situation that has unfolded during recent
months.”
Pigeon attributes the unprecedented response to the dramatic advancements
Tigé introduced in its 2009 product line, including the innovative
Alpha Z tower design, the upgrade to PCM Marine engines plus a complete
reengineering of interiors and graphics.
“These innovations were in the pipeline well before the current
financial crisis hit our industry and affected our market,”
Pigeon said. “In this economy, the companies that create and
market innovative products are the companies that will survive.
Tigé is the only manufacturer in our segment that has totally
reinvented its product this year and it seems to be working in our
favor.”
Like other manufacturers, Tigé builds boats in the third
and fourth quarter primarily to provide its dealerships with inventory
in preparation for first quarter boat shows and the winter/spring
retail season. The unprecedented “off-season” retail
success of the new Tigé line, therefore, is good news for
the company, particularly considering the current slumping market,
tight credit situation and excessive inventories of competitor’s
2008 boats.
“We’ve always believed that in a tough economy, there
are two types of buyers interested in new boats,” Pigeon said.
“There is the buyer who wants to take advantage of fire-sale
pricing on the previous year’s models still on the market.
Then there is the buyer who wants the latest and greatest…the
boat that provides something no one else has. We feel that by presenting
a 2009 product that is truly new and innovative, Tigé is
in the strongest position to attract this ‘latest and greatest’
customer. This is why we are feeling so bullish going into boat
show season.”
Pigeon said the current situation is similar to 1991-92, when Tigé
was founded. Then, the U.S. was in the middle of a deep recession
and the marine business was flat.
“The first Tigé model brought something truly new
to the market,” Pigeon said. “We developed a slalom-only
inboard that delivered something new and better. We had overwhelming
response to the product and, in a down market, sold more than 100
Tigés the first year.”
 Tigé
Boats Gold Coast Poker Run A Hit
Typically beautiful Gold Coast spring weather with a forecast
high of 25 degrees greeted participants at the start of the 2008
Tigé Boats Gold Coast Poker Run in the Broadwater off Southport
on Sunday.
After collecting a set of quiz questions from the Volunteer Coast
Guard patrol boat, participants headed for their first Card Stop
off Paradise Point. Following a course which led inland to Sanctuary
Cove and back out to the Broadwater they continued to answer quiz
questions until reaching Card Stop 2 off Tulleen Island. Here they
collected their second card and quiz sheet before heading inland
again, this time past Jacobs Well to the lunch stop at Meridien
Marina’s Horizon Shores. At this point they collected their
third card and handed in their first two completed quiz sheets before
relaxing over lunch in the sun at the Anchorage Café.
Collecting their third quiz sheet from the Volunteer Coast Guard
Patrol Boat off Cabbage Tree Point, participants headed for Whalleys
Gutter and the Broadwater to find Card Stop 4. Continuing to answer
questions they headed down Tipplers passage and on past Couran until
they located their last check point off the Sovereign Islands. From
here it was a relatively short leg to the finish at the Spit boat
ramp at Muriel Henchman Drive.
The fun of the event did not stop at prize giving with many enjoying
the hospitality at Saks Restaurant and Bar on the water at Marina
Mirage for some considerable time afterwards. The presence of the
two of the iconic Surfers Paradise Meter Maids ensured that this
was another glamorous Gold Coast affair.
The holder of the best hand and winner of the 2008 Tigé Boats
Gold Coast Poker Run with a pair of Threes and a pair of Sevens
in “Frog Licker”, a 330 Hp Lt1 Chevrolet powered Custom
Alloy 6 metre Jet Boat, was Brad Marsden. His prize consisted of
the 2008 Tigé Boats Gold Coast Poker Run Trophy, a 2008 Tigé
Boats Gold Coast Poker Run Framed Award Poster and a 32” /
81cm Integrated Digital Plasma Television.
Second, with a pair of Aces was Mark Gollé in a blue and
white 340Hp 2008 Tigé 22VE, taking home a 2008 Tigé
Boats Gold Coast Poker Run Framed Award Poster and a 21” /
51cm Television. Third in a 6 metre 2005 Four Winns Horizon powered
by a 320Hp Mercruiser, was Steven Prideaux, with a pair of Kings.
Steven won a 2008 Tigé Boats Gold Coast Poker Run framed
award poster and HP All-in-one Printer, Scanner, Copier.
Competition in the quiz was very close, with just 5 points separating
the top four places. The winner, by one point, was Laurie Wadman
in his 340Hp blue and white 2008 Tigé 22VE. Laurie took home
a 21” / 51cm television, a great result as it was his birthday.
Winner of the HP All-in-one Printer, Scanner, Copier, in second
place was Mark Gollé. Brad Marsden, in third place, won an
i-Pod. In fourth place and riding a Sea Doo (the only PWC in the
Tigé Boats Gold Coast Poker Run) were Early Bird Entry Leigh
and Carla Trevaskis, who won a Australia Volunteer Coast Guard Association
associate membership marine assist package.
Considerable interest was generated by the number of Tigé
Boats entered including the stunning newly released 2009 Tigé
22Ve showcasing the new Tigé sixty five function L.C.D. screen
electronic dash and fitted with the Alpha Z tower and a P.C.M. 343Hp
inboard engine.
Those at the prize giving were unanimous in their enjoyment of and
continued support for this fun family event. Stuart Roberts, the
event’s director, confirmed that planning will start shortly
to ensure that this event, which will take place next year on Sunday
20 September 2009, is one not to be missed.
Australian Volunteer Coastguard Flotilla Southport has received
a boost in their fund from a number of Australia Volunteer Coast
Guard Association associate membership marine assist packages sold
to participants at the event briefing and a donation from the organisers.
One of the contestants who signed up with the coastguard on Saturday
night was towed home from Whalley’s Gutter on Sunday after
a cooling system failure. He commented that his Coastguard subscription
was the best $50 he had spent in a long time.
The event would not have been possible without the support of Tigé
Boats, Go Boating Magazine, Bruce Lynton Land Rover, BMW and Mini,
Rent – A –Shed Storage, On the Net, Surfers Paradise
Meter Maids, King Tutt’s Putt Putt, Home Designs, Saks Restaurant
and Bar, Mirage Boat Hire and of course co-operation and help from
Australian Volunteer Coastguard Flotilla Southport, the Gold Coast
City Council, Queensland Transport , Maritime Safety Queensland,
Gold Coast Water Police, Queensland Parks & Wild Life Service
and the Moreton Bay Marine Park.
For further information and Hi resolution images contact: Stuart
Roberts, Event Director, Free Call 1800 233 719, e-mail: concepts@ihug.co.nz.
and visit the Tige Boats Gold Coast Poker Run web site at www.pokerun.com.au
 Tigé
Boats Receives Fourth Straight NMMA Award For Excellence
ABILENE, TEXAS –For the fourth year in a row, Tigé
Boats, Inc. has been recognized for excellence in customer satisfaction
by the Marine Industry CSI Award Program.
An ongoing program conducted by the National Marine Manufacturers
Association (NMMA), the CSI Award Program recognized Tigé
for superior customer service in the “Inboard Watersports
Boat” segment of the industry. The program also recognized
Tigé for its commitment to quality and support of industry
efforts to enhance the consumer boating experience.
“This award is an important, third-party measurement of how
Tigé and our dealer network are doing from the viewpoint
of those who use our product,” said Tigé CEO Charlie
Pigeon. “I’m extremely proud of our manufacturing team
and particularly our dealer network who continue to deliver a high
level of customer service before, during and after the sale.”
The NMMA evaluates customer satisfaction by conducting surveys
of boat buyers of participating manufacturers. Each new buyer receives
a customer satisfaction survey shortly after purchasing their boat.
A second survey is sent to the customer eight to ten months after
the purchase. The NMMA then compiles the results of both surveys
to assess the level of customer satisfaction with the product, dealer
and other CSI related factors.
“We value our customers’ feedback,” Pigeon continued,
“and use it to help continue raising the bar for product quality
and service throughout our organization.”
Tigé manufactures eight inboard models ranging from 20 to
24 feet in length. Each boat features the patented Tigé ConvexV
hull and TAPS2 technology. All are backed by the Tigé LifePlus
Lifetime Replacement Warranty, the only replacement warranty in
the industry. Tigé has more than 80 dealers in 12 countries.
For more information about Tigé and its 2009 line of multi-sport
inboards, visit www.tige.com.
 Malinoski
Claims Third Pro-Am Title in Four Years
Portland, Ore. - After winning in 2005 and 2006, the "Bone
Crusher" Rusty Malinoski (Humboldt, Sask.) claimed his third
Pro-Am title in four years, after taking the top spot in today's
Pro Men finals at the Tigé Pro-Am Wakeboard Championship,
presented by Rockstar Energy Drink at Blue Lake Park in Portland.
The now three-time Pro-Am wakeboard champion took on fellow countryman
Aaron Rathy (Nanaimo, B.C.), two-time wakeboard world champ Andrew
Adkison (Panama City, Fla.) and two-time wakeboard World Series
champion Daniel Watkins (Gold Coast, Australia), who respectively
rounded out the podium, to clinch the win in the finals.
"I'm just so stoked right now, winning three of the last four
Pro-Ams," said Malinoski. "I've been riding well and this
win should give some real momentum going into the next contest."
Bryan Hutton may not have won today, but he didn't leave empty-handed
either. Hutton won the Rockstar Energy Drink Best Trick Award, a
$1,000 bonus for landing the most impressive trick of the contest,
a Backside 360 onto the funbox to Backside 360 boardslide to 270
out.
Fans at Blue Lake Park witnessed history in the making today, as
Nicola Butler, 16, (Cape Town, South Africa) won her fifth consecutive
contest, after taking the top spot in Pro Women's division finals
at the Tigé Pro-Am Wakeboard Championship, presented by Rockstar
Energy Drink. Butler's fifth straight win marks the most consecutive
victories any pro wakeboarder has won in a single season.
To claim her first Pro-Am title, Butler beat out five other talented
female rippers, including former Vans Wakeboarding Pro winner Melissa
Marquardt (Canyon Lake, Calif.) and rookie phenom Raimi Merritt
(Lantana, Fla.), who respectively rounded out the podium.
"It's just been such awesome season so far and it doesn't
get better than being five for five," said Butler. "I'm
going to take things one day at time, but winning the Pro-Am today
will definitely help going into the next contest."
The top-four shredders in the contest battled it out on the water
today (June 22) in the Pro Wakeskate finals. All eyes were on current
wakeskate world champion Reed Hansen (Groveland, Fla.), as the Florida
native was looking to repeat at the contest and become the first
pro wakeskater in history to ride away with two consecutive Tigé
Pro-Am Wakeboard Championship titles.
Hansen looked to be putting on demo with his riding today, but
Stuart Shinn (Bradenton, Fla.) managed to pull-off the upset and
ride away with the win. Hansen finished in second-place, followed
by Brian Grubb (Nashua, N.H.) and Grant Roberts (Alamo, Calif.).
Today's win marks Shinn's first Pro-Am title.
Wakeboarding's future superstars hit the water today for the Jr.
Men's finals, where six young, talented rippers were all vying for
their first Tigé Pro-Am Wakeboard Championship title. Fans
lined the shores today to see if local Oregon rider and Jr. Men's
finalist Alex Scagliotti (Bend, Ore.) would take home the win on
hometown waters.
Scagliotti wasn't able to ride away with the win today, but fans
weren't left too disappointed, as he podiumed in third-place, trailing
Julian Cohen (Windermere, Fla.) in first and Daniel Powers (Orlando,
Fla.) in second. Cohen's win marks his first Pro-Am title.
Cohen's success didn't end with Jr. Men's title today, as the Florida
native won the PCM Amateur Best Trick Award as well. The Award is
$500 bonus for landing the most impressive trick of the contest
by an amateur rider with his Toeside 720.
In the amateur divisions, four riders claimed their first-ever
Pro-Am titles today as well. Tyler Heinze finished in first-place
in the Open Men's Division, Kyle Evans took home the Amateur Boys
title, Danni Patraitis took the top spot in the Amateur Women's
Division, and Tanner Champion captured the Amateur Wakeskate title.
For more information regarding the event, visit www.tige.com
or www.kingofwake.com.
Tigé is the official tow boat for the Tigé Pro-Am
Wakeboard Championships, presented by Rockstar Energy Drink.
Pleasure Craft Marine engines is the official marine engine of
the event. Since 1976, PCM has been the constant innovator of features
and benefits designed specifically to improve water-sports power.
Rockstar is the world's most powerful energy drink. Developed to
improve the recovery time of those who lead active and exhausting
lifestyles, Rockstar Energy Drink is available in 10 flavors - Original,
Sugar Free, Juiced, Zero Carb, Guava, Pomegranate, Punched, Roasted
Mocha, Roasted Vanilla Light and Roasted Latte - at convenience
stores and retail grocery outlets across the United States, Canada,
Mexico, Australia and the United Kingdom.
The Tigé Pro-Am Wakeboard Championships is organized by
World Sports & Marketing of Orlando, Fla. The Pro-Am has the
support of the following: Tigé Boats, Rockstar Energy Drink,
PCM, Mona Vie, Nike 6.0, Oakley HDO, U.S. Air Force, Hyperlite Wakeboards,
Ronix Wakeboards, CWB Wakeboards, Gator Boards, Cire, WakeWorld.com
and theliquidcircus.com.
2009
Tigé Line features dramatic styling, innovative tower design and
PCM marine engines.
Portland, OR – Presenting some of the industry’s most
dramatic styling and technologically advanced developments, Tigé
Boats today unveiled the dramatic 2009 line of Tigé multi-sport
inboards.
The ’09 product line premiered before Tigé dealers,
members of the press and thousands of spectators attending the three-day
Tigé Pro-Am Wakeboarding Championships in Portland, Oregon
June 20-22.
Tigé pulled out all the stops in the development of its
2009 line, which includes bold new graphics, plush interiors, advanced
technology and, most noticeable, the innovative and dramatic new
Tigé Alpha Z tower.
Sculpted to fully integrate with unique Tigé styling, the
Alpha Z clearly sets a new standard in tower design and functionality.
The unique, precision-cast aluminum structure is fully-collapsible
and the most solid, rattle-free tower on the market. An advanced
six-step powder-coating process creates a polished, lustrous finish
to the tower. The Alpha Z tower includes integrated docking lights,
a unique swivel ski pylon/anchor, built in handles to assist passengers
entering or exiting the boat and a full range of options including
swivel board racks and tower speakers.
 Tigé
also announced that all 2009 models will be powered by PCM Marine
engines, the most elite, fuel-efficient and reliable power plants
in the industry. Tigé chose PCM for its proven performance
and superior record of customer satisfaction.
“PCM are clearly the most powerful, quietest, vibration free
and fuel efficient inboard engines available today,” said
Tigé CEO Charlie Pigeon. “Without a doubt, Tigé
and PCM represent a superior, winning combination unmatched by any
other inboard or stern drive.”
 All
’09 Tigé models include the PCM EX343hp 5.7L Multi-port
EFI base engine. PCM power options include the PCM 6.0L ZR409hp
and the PCM ProSport 5.0L. All PCM engines offered by Tigé
are available with the performance-enhancing Catanium catalytic
converter, the most advanced clean emission system in the industry.
Other highlights of the 2009 Tigé line include:
- Enhanced Tigé
SpeedSet cruise control. Standard on all Tigé models, SpeedSet
is more accurate and easy-to-use than ever and this year includes
technically advanced memory settings and other features. Combined
with advanced PCM and Medallion technology, SpeedSet is by far
the most intuitive, user-friendly speed control in the industry.
New dash designs
and technology. Intuitive layout delivers enhanced functionality
and features, including the Medallion 3½” transflective
color display with exclusive Tigé function and systems monitoring
programming.
- Aggressive graphics
and gel coat design options. New graphics and gel coat lines visually
integrate hull, deck and tower while offering customers greater
style options.
 The
2009 Tigé lineup includes eight V-drive and direct-drive
models from 20 to 24 feet in length. Tigé styling is distinctive
and diverse, from the razor-edge RZ and Z series to the flowing
lines of the Vé series. All Tigé models feature the
patented Tigé ConvexV hull and TAPS2 technology, which delivers
full hull trim for outstanding performance, fuel efficiency and
watersports versatility unmatched by any other inboard or stern
drive.
For more information about Tigé and its 2009 line of multi-sport
inboards, visit www.tige.com.
Tigé
adds “$10,080 for a 1080” Contest to Tigé Pro-Am Wakeboard Championships
2008 Tigé Pro–Am, Portland, OR
Portland, Ore. — Tigé Boats has upped the ante at
the 2008 Tigé Pro-Am Wakeboard Championships in Portland
by adding the “Tigé $10,080 for a 1080” contest
to the event. Tigé is offering the lucrative prize for riders
who land the elusive 1080 trick during the contest slated June 20-22.
This challenge marks the largest purse ever offered for landing
the difficult trick, which has never been successfully performed
in competition.
The three-day Tigé Pro-Am Wakeboard Championships will feature
nine divisions, including Pro Men, Pro Women, Jr. Men, Open Men,
Amateur Boys and Amateur Women’s Wakeboarding, as well as
Pro, Amateur and Women’s Wakeskating. The event will be held
at Portland’s Blue Lake Park Friday through Sunday from 9
a.m. to 4 p.m.
For more information, visit www.tige.com
or www.kingofwake.com.
 Tigé
to hold the Gold Coast Poker Run:
It’s not a race - it’s an opportunity to show off
one’s boat and meet a group of like minded people, while enjoying
a great day of safe boating fun. The Gold Coast Poker Run combines
an on the water boating quiz, together with a game of chance.
For further information, view the Gold
Coast Poker Run website here or contact the Event Director email
info@pokerun.com.au or
Free call 1800 233 719
A Classic Concepts Pty Ltd Promotion. ACN 081 022 559.
Action photos by Greg Olesen
For more information contact the event director Stuart Roberts
email concepts@ihug.co.nz
 Tigé
Invites everyone to come and see the new 2008 Tigé Models
at the following shows:
1/ Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show – Gold Coast,
QLD, Thursday 22nd May through to Sunday 25th May 2008
2/ Oceanic Whitsunday Boat and Leisure Show - Airlie Beach Marina,
QLD, Saturday 7th June through to Sunday 8th June 2008
3/ Melbourne Boat Show – City of Melbourne, Victoria, Thursday
3rd July through to Tuesday 8th July 2008
4/ Adelaide Boat Show – Adelaide Convention Centre, S.A 17th
July through to 20th July 2008
5/ Sydney International Boat Show – Sydney Convention and
Exhibition Centre, 2nd August through to 7th August 2008
6/ Perth Boat Show – Perth Exhibition Centre, 21st August
through to 24th August 2008
7/ Brisbane Boat Show – Brisbane Exhibition Centre, 27th
August through to 31st August 2008
Make sure you pick up a new 2008 Brochure & DVD!
 Tigé
Z1 Delivers Cutting-Edge Style, Performance and Value
Calling it the most advanced 21-foot V-drive on the market, Tigé
Boats, Inc. unveiled its latest model, the Tigé Z1, at the
2008 Tigé Dealer Meeting September 20 in Dallas, Texas.
Drawing upon the styling of the Tigé RZ series, the Z1 features
a blend of sharp, edgy lines and smooth contemporary contouring
suggesting the influence of high–end Italian automotive design.
Measuring 21 feet with a 100” beam, the Z1’s balanced
floor plan maximizes overall comfort by enhancing passenger distribution
throughout the roomy interior and full-feature transom activity
center. Interior amenities include deep seating, secure and fully-functional
bow seating and abundant, convenient storage throughout. The transom
activity center boasts full-size seating, small-item storage and
built-in drink holders to serve as a convenient prep area for skiers
and riders while doubling as a comfortable entertainment area for
passengers.
True to the Tigé legacy, the Z1 delivers outstanding overall
performance including an exceptional ride, responsive handling and
superior multi-sport wake characteristics. The patented Tigé
ConvexV hull with TAPS2 technology allows Z1 drivers to transition
from a faint slalom type wake to an ample wakeboarding wake in just
seconds. Tigé is the only boat that can deliver outstanding
wakeboarding wake characteristics without the use of ballast or
drag hardware. For expert riders the Z1 is available with an optional
800-pound advanced factory ballast system.
The Z1 is the latest addition to the Tigé line, which includes
eight V-drive and direct-drive models from 20 to 24-feet in length.
For more information on the new Tigé Z1 or other Tigé
models, visit www.tige.com
and www.tigeboats.com.au
Tigé Z1 SPECIFICATIONS:
Length: 21’
Width: 100”
Seating: 10
Fuel: 38 gal
 TeamTigé's
Chris Rossi Earns Podium at World Championships
TeamTigé Skier Chris Rossi Earns Podium at the
World Championships of Water Skiing.
Abilene, Texas – September 6, 2007 – TeamTigé
skier Chris Rossi continued his success and placed third at the
World Championships on September 2nd in Linz, Austria. Skiers from
42 nations competed at the IWSF World Championships of Water Skiing.
The men’s slalom competition had 65 skiers and out of the
65 Rossi tied for 1st in the qualifying round. Twelve men competed
on Sunday in the finals and Rossi captured 2 buoys at 10.25m securing
his position in the finals. “It is a great feeling to compete
against the best water skiers from different nations around the
world,” said Rossi. The score of 2 buoys at 10.25m forced
him to have a ski off against Jeff Rogers of the USA competing for
number two and three positions. In the end Rossi took home the bronze
medal.
Rossi has performed incredibly this season. When Rossi is not competing
he trains daily behind his Tigé 20i.
Tigé manufactures seven direct drive and sport V inboard
models ranging from 20 to 24 feet in length. Each boat features
the patented Tigé ConvexV hull and TAPS2 technology. All
are backed by the Tigé LifePlus Lifetime Replacement Warranty,
the only replacement warranty in the industry. Tigé has more
than 80 dealers in 12 countries.
 TeamTigé's
Adam Errington is Rookie of the Year
TeamTigé rider Adam Errington has been named Rookie of
the Year for the 2007 Pro Wakeboard Tour.
As a first-year pro rider he ranked in the top 10 among the top
riders in the industry. Adam received a standing ovation from fellow
riders at the Pro Tour awards banquet after he was announced the
Rookie of the Year after the final stop of the Pro Wakeboard Tour
in Portland, Oregon on Sunday, July 22.
Adam took home the Junior Men's title in 2006 and moved up a year
early to ride in the pro division. "I have worked really hard this
year to compete with the best riders in the world," stated Errington.
On Sunday, July 22 Adam finished 3rd in Portland, Oregon at the
final stop of the tour.
Adam has been a TeamTigé rider since 2005. He trains in Orlando,
Florida behind a Tigé 24Ve. He represents Tigé well on and off the
water. We are proud to have Adam Errington as a TeamTigé rider.
Tigé manufactures seven direct drive and sport V inboard models
ranging from 20 to 24 feet in length. Each boat features the patented
Tigé ConvexV hull and TAPS2 technology. All are backed by the Tigé
LifePlus Lifetime Replacement Warranty, the only replacement warranty
in the industry. Tigé has more than 80 dealers in 12 countries.
 Jamie
Breaks World Slalom Record
TeamTigé Skier Jamie Beauchesne Sets New World
Slalom Record.
In an outstanding and historic slalom performance, TeamTigé skier
Jamie Beauchesne broke the world slalom record on Saturday June,
7 in Lacaneau, France.
Beauchesne astonished the crowd as he completed 2 buoys at 43 feet
off, beating the previous world record by ˝ buoy. If approved by
the International Water Ski Federation's Technical Committee, Beauchesne's
stellar performance will eclipse the current record of 1-1/2 buoys
at 43 feet off set by Chris Parrish in 2005.
Competing in the Malibu Open, Beauchesne went on to win the event
Sunday, scoring 2 buoys at 41 feet off. In another outstanding performance,
Tigé teammate Chris Rossi came in second at the event, scoring 1
˝ buoys at 41 feet off.
The two Tigé skiers have been performing at the top of their game
this year. In May Beauchesne won the Masters Waterski Tournament
and Rossi placed an impressive third in the event. At the Waterski
Magazine Pro Slalom Shootout in June, Beauchesne again took first
and Rossi second.
Longtime members of TeamTigé, Beauchesne and Rossi both train behind
the Tigé 20i. "This is a great year for TeamTigé skiers. We have
been training hard and it's paying off," Rossi said.
Tigé manufactures seven direct drive and sport V inboard models
ranging from 20 to 24 feet in length. Each boat features the patented
Tigé ConvexV hull and TAPS2 technology. Tigé has more than 80 dealers
in 12 countries.
 Tigé
Boats Receives Third CSI Award....
For the third year in a row, Tigé Boats, Inc.
has been recognized for excellence in customer satisfaction by the
Marine Industry CSI Award Program.
An ongoing program conducted by the National Marine Manufacturers
Association (NMMA), the CSI Award Program recognized Tigé
for superior customer service in the “Inboard Watersports
Boat” segment of the industry. The program also recognized
Tigé for its commitment to quality and support of industry
efforts to enhance the consumer boating experience.
“We are excited to receive our third straight NMMA Award
for Excellence in customer satisfaction,” Tigé President
Charlie Pigeon said. “The CSI program provides Tigé
with an objective, third-party measurement of how Tigé and
our dealer network are doing from the viewpoint of those who use
our product. Tigé values what our customers think and this
real-world feedback continues to raise the bar for quality and service
throughout our organization.”
The NMMA evaluates customer satisfaction by conducting surveys
of boat buyers of participating manufacturers. Each new buyer receives
a customer satisfaction survey shortly after purchasing their boat.
A second survey is sent to the customer eight to ten months after
the purchase. The NMMA then compiles the results of both surveys
to assess the level of customer satisfaction with the product, dealer
and other CSI related factors.
“I’m extremely proud of our manufacturing team,”
Pigeon continued, “and particularly our dealer network who
continue to deliver a high level of customer service before, during
and after the sale.”
Tigé manufactures seven direct drive and sport V inboard
models ranging from 20 to 24 feet in length. Each boat features
the patented Tigé ConvexV hull and TAPS2 technology. All
are backed by the Tigé LifePlus Lifetime Replacement Warranty,
the only replacement warranty in the industry. Tigé has more
than 80 dealers in 12 countries.
 Tigé
Slalom Team Rules....
Tigé Slalom Team Rules the Waterski Magazine Pro Slalom Shootout.
Abilene, TX- June 15, 2007 – TeamTigé skiers Jamie
Beauchesne and Chris Rossi dominated the 2nd annual Waterski Magazine
Pro Slalom Shootout in Orlando, Florida on June 10th. This event
has become one of the most prestigious events of the summer. Rossi
and Beauchesne stayed on a roll this week by dominating the podium
in all three of the events.
The first day was the traditional slalom event where TeamTigé
skiers Beauchesne and Rossi destroyed the pro slalom field once
again. Beauchesne ran 2.5 buoys @ 41’ off which was just enough
to beat out teammate Rossi who ran 2 buoys @ 41’ off. Jamie
finished 1st with Rossi right on his heels in 2nd.
Next was the spin to win contest. Each skier went out at 38’
off and kept spinning at each end of the slalom course until they
couldn’t run anymore passes. Jamie came out on top once again
with a total of 6 passes at 38’ off. Rossi finished 4th.
The last event of the Shootout was the 39.5’ off cold contest.
Each skier had to come straight off the dock with no warm up and
see how many buoys they could get at 39.5’ off. Jamie’s
winning streak came to an end, but Rossi was right back on the podium
in second place with 3 buoys at 39.5’ off. To the common person
this might not seem like much, but when these skiers are practicing
or in a contest they usually have at least 3 passes of longer line
lengths to warm up for the 39.5’ off pass. So to go straight
off the dock and run 3 buoys is incredible!
In the first three major events of the year TeamTigé has
performed unbelievably! Chris and Jamie both stay on top of the
game by training daily behind their Tigé 20i. Congratulations
guys and keep up the good work.
Tigé manufactures eight direct drive and sport V inboard
models ranging from 20 to 24 feet in length. Each boat features
the patented Tigé ConvexV hull and TAPS2 technology. All
are backed by the Tigé LifePlus Lifetime Replacement Warranty,
the only replacement warranty in the industry. Tigé has more
than 80 dealers in 12 countries.
 TeamTigé
Slalom Skiers Dominate ...
TeamTigé Slalom Skiers Dominate At The 2007 Waterski Masters.
TeamTigé skiers Jamie Beauchesne and Chris Rossi wrapped
up the podium at the 48th Masters Waterski Tournament May 26-27
at Calloway Gardens in Pine Mountain, GA.
The Masters is the most prestigious tournament in the sport of
waterskiing. Beauchesne won his second Masters’ title after
rounding 5 buoys at 39½ off and Rossi placed third with 2½
buoys at 39½ off.
Jamie was expected to do well this weekend, but Rossi’s performance
surprised everyone. Rossi had to run an incredible 3 buoys at 41
off in the qualifier three weeks ago to secure a spot in the Masters.
Jamie was the number one skier on the Elite Skiers list and has
won the Masters before so everyone was gunning for him. Both skiers
advanced out of the semifinals into the finals. Rossi went out second
off the dock in the finals and posted an outstanding score of 2.5
buoys at 39½ off. Rossi was skiing great and could have easily
won the event. He got a great start and looked like he was going
to run the pass, but the water is extremely bouncy at the Masters
and he fell around the third buoy.
Teammate Beauchesne was the number one seed in the finals and knew
he had to more than 3 buoys at 39½ off. After a great start
Beauchesne was about to run the pass when he fell around the 5th
buoy. This score put him solidly in first.
Final standings in Men’s Slalom were Jamie Beauchesne in
first, Wade Cox in second and Chris Rossi in third.
Beauchesne and Rossi each train behind the Tigé 20i (see
story below) and have been members of TeamTigé since 2003.
Tigé
Named Best of Test...
Abilene, TX -- Tigé was named best of test in a head-to-head
evaluation of 20-foot inboards conducted by Boating Magazine
earlier this year.
The Tigé 20i outpaced similar models from Malibu, MasterCraft and
Moomba during Boating's "Ski Boat Roundup". The full comparison
is included in the December issue of Boating, which points to Tigé
versatility, TAPS2 technology and overall performance as key advantages
over the competition. Boating compared the Tigé 20i to the Malibu
Response LXi, the MasterCraft ProStar 197 and the Moomba Outback.
All four boats were 2006 models. "We evaluated everything from the
driver's and skier's perspective," the performance report said,
"to whether the boats had enough space and versatility to serve
as a family boat the other 23 hours of the day. In the end.one did
it best."
The ski boat roundup was conducted in early 2006 by Boating's Jeff
Hemmel, who tested the four tournament-style open-bow boats in Orlando,
Florida with the help of an expert slalom skier. "Although all these
boats are worthy candidates, our vote goes to the versatile Tigé
20i," Hemmel wrote. "The big plus is that while some enjoy the skiing
purist's dream, the rest of the family never feels neglected. Thanks
to the TAPS system, the 20i can readily adapt to wakeboarding. And
it does this quickly, easily and without the hassle of ballast."
Because the Tigé tested was a 2006 model it did not include many
of the improvements introduced for 2007, including advanced electronics
and the enhanced Tigé SpeedSet that features a new heads-up, dash-mounted
digital display and other user-friendly features. The 20i is one
of seven Tigé models that feature the patented ConvexV hull and
TAPS2 technology, the first major advancement in inboard hull technology
in a half-century. This unique hull design dramatically enhances
multi-sport versatility, wake performance and user safety and convenience.
Download the full comparison report HERE.
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Boats Sponsors The Grind Series Rail Jam in Austin, TX
Thousands of spectators gathered in downtown Austin
to watch the second Grind Series hosted by Tigé Boats and
The Ski Dock of Austin, TX.
The Grind Series is an extreme sports and music festival that was
coordinated by the founders from Under360 Wakeboard Club. This incredible
display of extreme sports had thousands of fans gathering for a
dose of great tunes coupled with the shredding of rails in the shadow
of the Lone Star’s capital and next to the University of Texas
campus.
The Ski Dock had a sweet display of the 2007 line of Tigé
boats including a 24Ve and the RZ2. The bands, beer, boards and
bikinis made this event even hotter. The sun came out and brought
a beautiful 1st day of April as local bands rocked the venue while
amateur and pro wake and skate athletes competed for some cash.
In commemoration of the NCAA basketball tournament, both wakeboard
and wakeskate riders had a head–to–head March Madness
style rail jam. Each rider got three hits on the three rail set-up.
Riders were throwing anything from heelside transfers to backlipping
both sections of the box sliders. The wakeboard competition was
heated as local and pro riders were competing for the $1,000 cash
prize at the Tigé sponsored Grind Series.
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Rider Watkins Brings Home The Gold
Team Tigé Pro Rider Daniel Watkins dominated the competition
at the Wake Slam Jam on Australia’s Gold Coast.
Pristine weather conditions ensured a fun finish to the Aussie wakeboarding
season. Watkins brought home the victory proving to be a great end
to Australia’s season and an even better beginning to the
USA’s wakeboarding season.
Watkins had spectators in awe after throwing down huge S-bends,
Pete Roses and a gap 360 over the woopdy slider. This adds to another
“down unda” victory for local Aussie rider D.W.
 Tigé
'In Your Backyard' Wakeboard Tour 2006/7
Clarion presents the Tigé 'In Your Backyard' Wakeboard
Tour - This summer you can ride 'In Your Backyard' with
some of Team Tigé's riders and coaches.
Team Tigé: Daniel Watkins, Wayne Mawer, David Thorpe, Kim
Barrie, Scotty Broome, Dwayne Priestley and Brenton Priestley will
travel to selected locations across the nation spreading the wakeboard
word.
To come ride with the crew and check out some of the best gear in
the industry, please contact your local Tigé or event hosting
watersports dealer.
Tigé
selected as official Tow Boat
In another example of the Tigé product's standing
in the boating community, Tigé has been selected
as the Official Tow Boat for Wakeboard NSW.
This comment came from Wakeboard NSW: "The Riders of Wakeboard NSW
are very excited about competing behind your tournament Wakeboard
boat and just can't stop talking about riding your fantastic wake.
It was with this in mind that we chose Tigé boats to tow
round 5 of the Summer Series."
The round will be held on the Hawkesbury River 16 to 17 December
2006, during which Tigé will unveil the NEW RZ2
- First one In Australia!!
Tigé
Introduces the Revolutionary Vé Series
Gold Coast QLD Australia November 22, 2006 -
The all-new for 2006 Tigé Vé Series is transforming the inboard
industry. The '06 Tigé 22Vé and 24Vé are the essence of style and
substance with a sleek new design, superior inboard performance
and a bold level of user versatility.
When designing the 22Vé and 24Vé, Tigé engineers considered customer
and dealer feedback from previous years. The result is the most
innovative boats in Tigé history.
"First and foremost, our objective when designing the new Vé Series
was to optimize user function with every refinement," remarked Danny
Gutierrez, Tigé senior designer. "We also wanted a styling that's
recognizable and unique to Tigé to accompany the enhanced functionality.
The early returns indicate that we nailed it." More...
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US Pro-Am Makes Waves in Florida Keys
Abilene, TX - November 6, 2006 For the second
year in a row, the Tigé US Pro-Am Wakeboard Championships had another
fan-filled event in Marathon, Florida Keys this past weekend.
Over 4,000 spectators filled Sombrero Beach to partake in the festivities
and watch the top performers in the industry compete. The event
featured eight divisions of water sports: Pro Men, Pro Woman, Junior
Men, Pro Wakeskate, Amateur Wakeskate, Amateur Boys, Amateur Women,
Open Men's division and a skins format for the Pro Men division.
Tigé included the first ever "skins competition" during the 2005
US Pro-Am. This popular tradition continued into this year as well.
In addition to cash prizes awarded to overall contest winners, the
skins format allows riders in the Pro Men's division to win more
money for finishing first in every heat. More...
Excellence
In Customer Satisfaction earns Tigé 2005 CSI Award
Some industry awards carry more substance than
others. That's why Tigé is especially proud to be the recipient
of the 2005 National Marine Manufacturers Association CSI Award
for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction.
A respected industry organisation, NMMA closely monitors customer
satisfaction with product quality, features, dealerships, sservices
and other important factors relating to boat purchases.
While other organisations give CSI awards for everything from refrigerators
to cell phones, the NMMA is focused only on what matters to boating
customers. And when those customers are our customers, Tigé
and our employees consider this prestige award to be even more substantial. |
