Rusty Malinoski

Wakeboarder

Birthdate

12/17/1983

Hometown

Humboldt, Saskatchewan

Rides behind the

Super Air Nautique G23 Paragon

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WHAT ARE YOUR ESSENTIALS FOR A DAY ON THE WATER

It's quite simple... A good double-up driver!

Favorite Warm-Up Trick

Switch Melon 360

Annual Event Highlight

Masters & Nationals. I love competitions and being able to meet people who share a passion for being on the water. I have a blast interacting with friends and fans who love the sport as much as I do.

Nautique Athlete - Action Shots
Nautique Athlete - Action Shots
Nautique Athlete - Action Shots

Get To Know Rusty

FAVORITE NAUTIQUE ATHLETE TO RIDE/SKI WITH

Shaun Murray, for sure. We have amazing chemistry when we get together! We are like two young kids always goofing around and laughing.

WHAT WAS THE MOST DIFFICULT THING YOU’VE EVER DONE?

The most difficult thing I have ever done on the water was committing to trying a 1080 at every event and costing myself a possible win by falling on that trick. But the day I landed it in competition was incredible. A moment I will never forget!

HOBBIES OUTSIDE OF WATER SPORTS

Working around the house and in the yard, hanging out with the family, golfing, UFC and Motocross.

THE MOST REWARDING PART OF YOUR JOB

The most rewarding part of my job is different now than it used to be. It used to be competing and winning. That was always the best feeling for me. Now, it's spending time with my family and getting new people behind the boat whether it's wakeboarding, wakesurfing, tubing, whatever... seeing that excitement is an amazing feeling!

TOP 3 SONGS TO PLAY IN YOUR NAUTIQUE

Keep the Wolves Away - By Uncle Lucius,
Bury My Bones - By Whiskey Myers,
Somewhere in the Middle - By Cody Jinks

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