Sattelyte Wakeskate Company Sattelyte Wakeskates, the very first Canadian wakeskate company, has debuted their first official line this year, featuring boards made of hardrock Canadian maple. The co-founders of Sattelyte Wakeskates have long histories with board sports, and have poured their energy into bring wakeskating to the masses.
"We really wanted to create a product that everybody at all skill levels could enjoy, but was also durable and strong enough for riders to achieve their goals," says Sattelyte co-owner Emily Pattison. "Our boards are made from Canadian hardrock maple-giving Sattelyte riders a consistent, stylish product to enjoy," adds Garry Munce, co-owner of Sattelyte.
Founded in 2003, Sattelyte Wakeskate co-owner Pattison has been a figure on the wakeboarding scene for years, while Munce's background is in snowboarding and skating. Both draw from their experience to make their wakeskates accessible to people from all sports backgrounds. "We want to bring wakeskating to everyone," says Munce, "it's fun."
Pattison and Munce are currently working on the 2005 model line, which will include innovative designs such as an urban model, "Mr. Stubbs," for city use and the Sattelyte Concave. There is a clothing line, which currently carries tees and sweatshirts, but will be expanded to include a ladies' line for 2005. All goods can be viewed on the website at www.sattelyte.com/goods.html.
In recent news, Sattelyte Wakeskates has signed on Stef Tor as their first pro rider. She is based out of Orlando and has her own model and bio, viewable on the website (www.sattelyte.com/team.html). Mark Rennie, based on Ontario has signed on as Sattelyte's first amateur rider. Sattelyte supports professional and amateur Canadian riders.
Sattelyte Wakeskates is developing ground-breaking products with solid
style, pioneering the way forward in the Canadian wakeskating community. If you would like to demo a board, send an email to info@sattelyte.com.
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