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Cable Parks 2010: Western Oasis Wakeplace

Carson City/Minden, Nevada

wowwakeplace.com

775-267-9738

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Western Oasis Wakeplace is a dream come true for Sesitec System 2.0 fans. Featuring a whopping four two-tower setups, there is plenty to blow anyone’s mind. Beginners and those seeking to learn air tricks will love the obstacle-free cable. Those who want to slay rails, boost off kickers and get their jib on will love the diversity of obstacles on the other three cables; one of which features a 4-foot step-down pool, where you can ride rails and other obstacles to the lower pool and then back up — the first of its kind in North America.

Located just 30 miles from Reno, Nevada, and 15 minutes from Lake Tahoe, Western Oasis Wakeplace’s vicinity offers no shortage of exciting things to do or beautiful things to see. You can find gambling, shopping, night life, dining and just about every outdoor activity imaginable just around the corner. If you’re looking to ride the boat too, you’re in luck because there’s plenty of glassy water to be had behind the MasterCraft X-Star. Three of the cables have been open since late June; the fourth (with the step-down pool) is set to open in mid-July. You may be thinking “wow” about the park’s four Sesitec System 2.0s, but if you can believe it, Western Oasis Wakeplace has even greater things in store — including a full-size six-tower setup due to open in spring 2011.

Park Stats

Season: May to October

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Rates: Visit the website for information on rates, camps, lessons and gear rentals

Local Pros: Keaton Bowlby

Water Temperature: Board shorts in summer, wetsuit in spring and fall

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Pro Shop: Coming in 2011, rentals available

Food: Snacks and sodas

Closest Airport: Reno-Tahoe International Airport

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Local Knowledge: Don’t miss all the great activities and dining in Lake Tahoe, Virginia City and Caron City

Other On-Site Activities: Wakeboarding (behind a boat) and water skiing

Accommodations: Available for camp students, otherwise, there are many hotels, motels and casinos nearby

Events: Stay tuned to wowwakeplace.com

Obstacle-Free Setup

Towers: 2 (straight line)

Ability Level: Beginner to advanced

Speed: Variable

Obstacles: None

Two Setups With Obstacles

Towers: 2 (straight line)

Ability Level: Beginner to advanced

Speed: Variable

Obstacles: 2 (1 two-way kicker, 1 box) and 1 (1 A-frame rail)

Step-Down Cable

Towers: 2 (straight line)

Ability Level: Intermediate to advanced

Speed: Variable

Obstacles: Step-down rails and a lot more

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