05/07/2026
The Virtual Freestyle Championships 2026 are proud to announce Rickter-RRP as the official sponsor of the 1200cc Class for the 2026 season. In addition to supporting the category, Rickter RRP will once again contribute a cast Rickter RRP handle pole, which will be included in the championship prize draw during the live results show on Saturday 19 September.
Rickter RRP (Rick Roy Products) are widely regarded as one of the most influential brands in stand‑up personal watercraft performance, with a legacy rooted in freestyle, freeride, and racing innovation. Founded by former professional rider Rick Roy, the brand pioneered the adjustable handle pole concept and has continued to shape the evolution of freestyle equipment through race‑proven components built for high‑performance riding and competition use.
A long‑standing supporter of the Virtual Freestyle Championships, Rickter RRP have backed the platform year on year, playing a key role in helping sustain and grow digital freestyle competition. Their continued commitment to the 1200cc Class reflects a shared passion for progression, rider development, and celebrating the technical skill and creativity that define modern freestyle riding.
The 1200cc Class remains a cornerstone of the Virtual Freestyle Championships, highlighting powerful, technically demanding performances from riders pushing larger‑displacement machines to their limits. With Rickter RRP’s support in 2026, the class will once again benefit from strong industry backing aligned with the roots and future of freestyle competition.
Virtual Freestyle continues to redefine accessibility within personal watercraft competition, allowing riders anywhere in the world to submit unedited filmed routines for judging. The renewed partnership with Rickter RRP strengthens the championship’s global support network and underscores the importance of brands that are deeply embedded in the freestyle and racing community.
Further details on the 1200cc Class, judging criteria, and submission guidelines will be released ahead of the opening of rider registration.
Virtual Freestyle 2026 dates
Registration window: 15 Jul – 14 Aug
Filming window: 15 Aug – 6 Sept
Screening & live results show: Sat 19 Sept