What’s up with the Dragon?
Coming from a creative background, I’ve always had a thing for themes. The Yamaha EX’s body style looked like a dragon and then it hit me: riding a jet ski isn’t so different from riding a dragon, right? And dragons are badass, thus, Water Dragon Racing was born!
It’s also fitting as many of my personal philosophies align with Eastern practices and beliefs. The dragon holds significant cultural importance in the Chinese culture, symbolizing power, strength, and good fortune. So when 2024, the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac, rolled around, it felt like destiny had a hand in it all. 🐉 I have plans to add more “dragons” to my fleet someday, because who wouldn’t want to ride into the waves with a touch of mythical flair?
The Racer: Megan Cox
From: Orfordville, WI
Riding Since: 2022
Age: 35
Weekday Occupation: Chief Technology Officer
# Years Racing: 2
Main Circuit: Great Lakes Watercross
Main Class: Amateur Rec Lites
Boat: 2019 Yamaha EX Sport
Boat # 118
Favorite Race Site: The Lure – Nekoosa WI
Horoscope Sign: Aries
Favorite Book: Zen and the Art of Happiness by Chris Prentiss
Favorite Food: Crab legs or any kind of seafood really
Favorite Music Artist: A tie between Rufus Du Sol and Britney Spears
Life Goal: To reside in FL or somewhere on a beach and be healthy enough to race jet skis into my 60s
2024 Race Goal:I’ve dedicated consistent effort to my gym routine in preparation for the upcoming season, aiming to increase weight, strength and edurance. I want to focus on improving my riding skills and technique, specifically when it comes to positioning around bouys.
I’d like to consistently place in the middle of my pack this year and have at least 2 races where I place 4th or above in any single race.
The Crew: Aka my family
Carson: Line Holder, Master of Snacks, Do you have an iphone charger? His phone is most definitely almost dead
Ashley: Designated Toyhauler Driver, Pit Mama, Everything else Megan doesn’t do
Without the support of my wife and son, there would be no racing. They give up many of thier summer weekends supporting me and most of time that requires an ungodly amount of physcial energy!
Make sure to follow us on Instagram this season: It never fails, every race we are faced with some unexpected challenge to overcome! But whether it be a popped trailer tire, a dead jet ski battery, or a sprained neck we never let that deter us and we just keep coming back for more!