1. ANTIQUE 1950-1979 The antique era of the personal water craft world began in 1950 and ended in 1979. These were the years of discovery, design, testing and wonder. Wondering if these product were going to make it from the curiosity factor to the sales pitch and out the door in the hands of a new enthusiast. Some models are rare, and many only exist in photos and old news articles, and a few are barn finds and have been reconditioned.

2. VINTAGE (Gary Hart Legacy) 1980-1989 An older model personal water craft that was manufactured during the heyday of the product line distribution. Primarily a Kawasaki Jet Ski™, Wet Bike™, Yamaha Waverunner™, Wet Jet™, Thunder Cat™, BRP Sea Doo™ and many others. This was the growth experience of personal water craft. Water ways were strewn with PWC’s and access began to change, racing was increasing with a passionate group of fans.

3. CLASSIC 1990-1998 Older model personal water craft with enough historical interest, no longer produced and worth restoring rather than destroying. This was the era of runabouts. The sit down crazy began to push back on the founding stand up platforms and racing rose and declined during this period. This was also the transitional time of friends, family and touring.

4. HISTORIC Any Year Any year of production, model or make that has made a significant contribution to competition, movie or film work, or creative customization modifications. It may be associated with events that make a significant contribution to the broad patterns of history. Historical vessels may or may not have registration identification numbers displayed on the hull.

This category recognizes official, and original products, garments and performance parts that are identified by key markings, printings and substantiated documentation to prove its historical significance following the 4 Generational definitions 1. Antique 2. Vintage 3. Classic 4. Historic