Did we get ripped on the guestbook today by number 34? Or is he right? ........(10/30/00)
On the 1 litre list and the inboard list, the topic of the week is regarding the prize money distributed at the races. I hope you jump in with some opinions as it is a subject that we are dead in the middle. ........(10/30/00)
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Dave Sutton reports:
A circular for the region 5 fall meeting has been mailed out to ALL region 5 APBA members. It will be held at the Christina Park in Lakeland Florida on November 12th starting at 9:30am according to region 5 chairman "Bud Gann". At 2pm there will be a covered dish luncheon.
The water is always great in Florida, and it being a pool, Sharks won't bother you either. ........(10/25/00)
Patti Hayes reports that Kenny and Kristen McMullen had a baby boy on Saturday. His name is Tyler (I hope) and he weighed 9lbs. 11 ozs. Mom and baby are doing fine. Congratulations!!........(10/23/00)
Russ Dodge reports about 2 new records:
October 14, 2000
Left Seattle Friday afternoon on a cool and cloudy morning. It rained lightly on and off for most of the trip with wind that was unacceptable for speed runs. We were in search of some calm wind and air density so thick you could cut it with a knife. Up at O-dark thirty on Saturday morning, we ran to finish setting up the scanners and getting things running for the kilo event. Wind? No wind. Air? Thick with dew and I saw one air density meter that read 107 percent. As Jim Codling said, "One foot below sea level."
The quiet outboards ran first until 10:00. Then the picked sequence of boats kicked in and I was 14th on the list. I guessing that there were around 20+ boats. The Outboards were breaking records one after another. The first run of all the boats were done under ideal conditions. But the wind picked up and we continued the program. The Inboards can handle wind a little better than the Outboards to a point and it became the concern of all of us as the day progressed. The wind died around 5:00 but most everyone had their fill of trying to go fast. One accident marred the day when Einar Glasius in his National Modified went for the world record flip with a near 3 rotation full gainer. Not quite enough height. Landing upside down, Einar escaped by himself quickly having only bitten his tongue and bruised his right knee. The sound at the pits was shocking as the motor RPM was eclipsing 10,000 and then 0.
The following is the speeds of the 1.5 Litre boats that ran.
Lincoln City, Oregon
D Lake KilometersRobert Wilson * George Kennedy driving
MPH
92.857
Average 92.993
93.128
Average 93.032
92.935
Average 93.541 - New record
94.147
90.638
Average 88.992
87.346
Mike Johnson
83.437
Average 86.891
90.345
Russ Dodge
98.025
Average 96.851
95.677
96.753
Average 98.963
101.173
Average 99.902
98.636
Average 100.178 - New record
101.725
My only modification for running the Kilo was to remove the skid fin after the first set. This seemed to settle the boat down some telling me that I have had it miss aligned for the whole year. I ran the same prop that I ran at the Nationals. I thought that 100 MPH was possible but much faster than that without a good kite string and tail would put me in the same position as Einar. I am well aware that this is slower than many others who have gone before me. I reached my goal and thought that with some more work on the motor, mods to the boat, and a bigger prop I might be able to another 6 MPH. Still for the first year for the 2-stroke, my team and sponsor was very happy.
Russ ........(10/16/00)
Rick Falcinelli wants me to mention and remind everyone about the Region 6 Fall meeting. The date is October 28 and 29. This is an opportunity to get involved to discuss the new APBA 2000 plan and take that cell dunk test you put off. I did not get a circular so more details as they happen. Other regions want to send me info and I will post it also........(10/16/00)
I know I am not the sharpest knife in the drawer sometimes, but there is a capsule training in Florida in November. Why?
November 19, 2000 City of Eustis - Pool On Bay Street, across from Florida Hospital - Waterman Starting time 1:00 (must leave the pool area at 3:00 P.M.) Organizing agency: Water Rescue Response Team of Central Florida, Inc. Organizer Contact and Instructor: Bill Frodl 352-343-0766 (h) emsone@hotmail.com participants are required to bring racing suits, helmets, and........(10/16/00)
other personal protection equipment as required at a sanctioned APBA race
Patti Kennedy-Hayes brings us this information regarding the upcoming Prop Riders Banquet.....
The Marine Prop Riders banquet will be held November 4th. I need to know if any of you are planning to attend. While we do not require payment ahead of time we do need a count to give to Pennas. If you are planning on attending please email me at MPRNewsletter@aol.com or call me at (248)393-1982 to let me know so that I can add you to the list of attendees. If you would like to reserve a table we require that you have 10 people. Don't forget for all of you not from the area, if you are an MPR member you are eligible for awards if you either raced 5 days of racing in Region 6 or attended 2 club meetings!! If you would like to attend and need information let me know. I can also assist with hotel reservations. Thanks! Patti Kennedy-Hayes"
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A new APBA plan to increase boat numbers and enhance racing....the link is a PDF file so you will need acrobat reader to see the entire 19 page plan. A few opinions already on the 1.5 and inboard lists....
APBA Announces Plan for New Structure
Aimed at the Growth of Power Boat Racing
Eastpointe, Michigan, October 5, 2000:
The American Powerboat Association (APBA), the sanctioning body for powerboat racing in the USA from outboards to offshore to unlimited hydroplanes, announced today a comprehensive restructuring plan. Named "APBA Plan 2000", it features paid professional motor sports management and increased involvement of the local regions and members.
"'APBA Plan 2000' is the result of years of discussions, a concentrated effort by the APBA Board over the last several months, and the input of many dedicated APBA members. The plan will allow APBA to function more like a business and provide improved region and member involvement. The plan will position APBA to take advantage of the growth and popularity of motor sports in the coming decades," commented APBA President Mike Jones.
"For much of it's rich 97-year history, APBA has been built on the dedicated efforts of volunteers coordinated by a headquarters and administrative staff. The new structure will position the Association to promote and grow the sport of power boat racing through a professional executive team," added Jones.
"APBA Plan 2000" was unanimously approved in concept by the APBA Board of Directors at its meeting in Seattle, Washington, September 29-30. The plan comes in the wake of new business partnerships of some of the Association's more visible categories of racing. Recently long-term lease arrangements were established with private business partners for the operation of the Association's Offshore and Unlimited Categories. "The lease arrangements provide a predictable revenue stream which gives APBA the ability to fund a paid motor sports executive and promotion team," said Senior VP Don Allen, Sr.
The new executive team will be comprised of a Chief Operating Officer and President, a Promotions Director, and three Competition Directors. An Executive Search Task Force headed by APBA Director Charles Strang has been formed and has begun seeking candidates for the Chief Operating Officer position. A Director for Life of APBA, Strang is also the National Commissioner for NASCAR. "Finding the right individual will be key to the success of the plan," commented Strang. "We are starting immediately and will leave no stone unturned in this effort to find the best qualified individuals to lead our Association."
"Three other task force groups have been formed. These task force groups are designed to work on transition issues, communication issues, and to focus membership input," announced Jones. "The Transition Task Force will be headed by APBA Sr. VP Don Allen, Sr., the Communications Task Force by APBA Director Fred Hauestein, Jr., and the Review Task Force, focusing membership input, by APBA Director Ernie Dawe."
"Prior to Board approval, 'APBA Plan 2000' was reviewed by Category Chairmen, Region Chairmen, and members of Council, in addition to the Board of Directors," commented APBA Senior VP Don Allen, who headed the committee that developed the plan. "We appreciate the valuable comments we received from all those who contributed."
President Mike Jones, summarizing the new plan said, "This is the beginning of a new chapter in APBA's long history. The world of motor sports has become increasingly competitive. Today there are many alternatives for sponsorship dollars, participants, and motor sports fans. Both the Board and I believe that implementing the plan will position APBA for a bright and successful future."
The Association made the complete text of the 19-page "APBA Plan 2000" available to all interested parties via a link from the Association's web site: "www.apba.org", Click Here to get the "APBA Plan 2000" Report.. Input and comment can be directed to the Review Task Force via email to APBA Director Ernie Dawe. Dawe can be reached at erniedawe@apba.org
I talked with Russ on his cell phone on the way home last night and needless to say they were a very excited race team. Thanks to Terry Anderson for updates as Russ did enough to get his 12 races and points. They had 4 hulls in Moses Lake and Russ won both qualifiers. Jackie Turner took the win on Saturday and Jesse Robertson scored his first career win on Sunday! Congratulations to Russ for his first National High Points Championship
Terry Anderson wrote....."Another great day for racing in Eastern Washington. First heat of 1.5 Mod's had excitement leading to the white flag as y 11 had trouble starting. A swim by Chas Dodge got Russ going before the white flag went up. Y 11 was first, with Y 143 second and Y 18 third. The Wamsley's had trouble and a DNF. Milfoil covered many boat water pickup tubes all day and played into the 1.5 final. All four boats started but Russ had to shut down when the temperature went high. Jesse Robertson lead everyone to the line and took over the lead when Russ shut off. Russ restarted and put on a show of how fast his boat can really run. Caught Wamsley and was going after Turner. Final order was Robertson, Turner, Dodge, and Wamsley"
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Well the last race of the season is at Moses Lake, Washington and it will decide the Natioanl High Point Champion. We hope to get updates Sunday night so we will pass along anything we hear.........(10/6/00)
Here again are UNofficial results from the MACH but we hope these are closer
Bt# Boat Name Owner Points ====== ==================== ================= ====== 1 T&Y155 TAZ'S TOY RICK FALCINELLI 735 2 Y43 BAD INFLUENCE ROBERT THORNE 720 3 Y41 K.T. SPECIAL TERRY COLLINS 700 4 Y37 SONIC SPEED WILLIAM McCOWEN 700 5 Y1 MISS ZANDY ALICIA CHEEZUM 675 6 Y17 TOP TICKET SCOTT BUTLER 673 7 Y107 HYDRO FREAK RICH NEWMAN 595 8 Y54 PINK PANTHER II VALERIE LIDDYCOAT 455 9 T80 OUTLAW ROBERT WILSON 400 10 T23 DIXON RACING JAMES DIXON 365 11 Y141 LIL DEBT CAL PHIPPS 350 12 T1 HOSTILE TAKEOVER KEN McMULLEN 190 13 T25 KENNEDY RACING GEORGE KENNEDY JR 185 14 T74 TOADWART SCOTT MANN 160 15 Y26 CHEEZUM RACING CHEEZUM 135 16 Y55 JENNeration Xtreme RICK FALCINELLI 110 17 Y93 STORM WARNING JACK FISCHL 110 18 T14 HIJACKER ROBIN SHANE 110 CLASS = 1.5 LITRE, 18 teams...........(10/6/00)
We are hearing that the T-80 in already on its way west for the Kilo in Oregon. They ceratinly have a good chance to challenge the record and what a year they have had. Good luck guys. Anyone else going?..........(10/4/00)
I had a laptop meltdown yesterday and I am scrambling a little to reacquire information and e-mail addresses. I hope not to miss too much on the site..........(10/4/00)
Despite the efforts of Tony Stalder to create a late season race, the Huntington WV race scheduled for this weekend has been cancelled until next season. Too bad as a late season event would have fit some racers well. Hope this works next season..........(10/2/00)
Russ shot a quick results to us regarding the race last Saturday out west. He said the weather was lame; windy and rainy. Here are the results:
Spanaway First Heat 1 11 2 3 3 18 4 143 Second Heat 1 18 2 143 3 3 dns 11Could Bob Thorne be headed west now??...........(10/2/00)
Dan Kanfoush has put together a new e-mail list for all hydro racers. It is on egroups (like ours) and you can sign up at inboardhydros or use the full address HERE. Dan adds; "Warning: I set this list up to be unmoderated, what that means is I have no control over what people post, I have no interest in being a censor." .........(10/2/00)