In case you missed this, the information below was taken directly from the APBA official website. The OPC Commission concluded the vote on a motion to clarify OPC Safety Rule 2A.The rule now reads:Head and neck restraint systems will be required in all reinforced cockpit driver restraint boats. A support collar (aka donut collar) cannot be used in lieu of a …
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Breaking: APBA HQ eyeing move to the sunshine state pending official contract negotiations
Looks like it’s Florida or bust! this is a developing story, check back for more news after the break. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI – Pending official contract negotiations, the APBA Board of Directors has unanimously voted to approve the new home of APBA National Headquarters to be in Polk County, Florida. With the help of Polk County Tourism and …
Read More »Inboard fans rejoice! SIRA will host the Jet Chevrolet / Business Elite – Run for the Records this weekend
It’s that time again inboard racing fans! Seattle Inboard Racing Association will be holding the Jet Chevrolet / Business Elite – RUN FOR THE RECORDS this weekend on Lake Lawrence in Yelm, WA. Seattle Inboard Racing Association Full sanction cab found here Regatta: Jet Chevrolet / Business Elite – RUN FOR THE RECORDS Event Date:4/23/2022 – 4/24/2022 Conducting Club: SEATTLE …
Read More »Racing returns to Laurel lake, Millville NJ this weekend
Stock Outboard teams from all around the Northeast region will converge on the picturesque lake for the annual Spring regatta this weekend. During the day Friday, drivers will begin to arrive, and racing is scheduled through Sunday. Racing on the Lake dates back to 60s. Full sanction can be found here Regatta: Spring Millville Regatta Event Date: 4/23/2022 – 4/24/2022 Conducting …
Read More »Pacific Northwest drivers in route to Moses Lake for a weekend test session
Across the Northwest region, drivers from Stock, Mod, Pro, and J classes are en route to Moses Lake WA for the annual test and tune scheduled for this weekend, which runs from 4/16-17. Temperatures are predicted in the mid-40s during the day and in the 30s at night, so expect a chilly weekend of testing. Photo credit Jason Diamond View …
Read More »Breaking: Springfield OH, OPC Nationals to run in conjunction with an F1 Powerboat Championship series event
Breaking News, update to our 2022 Calendar! In conjunction with Champions Park, thanks to Dana Potts the APBA OPC Nationals in Springfield Ohio added as a series event. This event will also include the Tri Hull division for the first time. Cover photo credit: Holly Jones
Read More »Scary Jerry Rinker is your Tri-Hull winner Sunday at Highlands, TX
Congratulations Jerry, 79 years young and still winning. Stop by TODAY at Baytown Boat Club in Highlands, TX, and witness history … another RINKER joining the ‘Rinker Racing’ Team … Mason Rinker!! Mason is joining the Tri-Hull Series with brother Tanner and Gramps ‘Scary Jerry Rinker’. How exciting and it promises to be some good racing! Starts around noon.Via Carrie …
Read More »Video: Kathie Alvarez Boatwright was back behind the lens again on Saturday in Jesup, GA, where she captured several heats
Saturday dawned on Lake Lindsay Grace in Jesup, GA and Kathie was rolling again, below are a few of the heats she captured, racing concludes on Sunday. Directions: GPS Location: 908 Griffis Rd, Screven, GA 31560 Accommodations: Days Inn – 1096 Express Ln, Jesup GA, 31546 ~ (866) 539-8430Quality Inn – 205 N US Hwy 301, Jesup GA, 31545 ~ …
Read More »Video: Kathie Alvarez Boatwright was on hand Friday at Jesup, GA, and captured several heats
The 2022 Jesup Championships began on Friday at Lake Lindsay Grace in Jesup, Georgia. Teams from all over the country competed on day one of the event. Racing continues on Saturday and runs through Sunday. Directions: GPS Location: 908 Griffis Rd, Screven, GA 31560 Accommodations: Days Inn – 1096 Express Ln, Jesup GA, 31546 ~ (866) 539-8430Quality Inn – 205 …
Read More »OPC Boats converge on the San Jacinto River in Highlands TX this weekend
There will be a flurry of tunnel boats and Tri-Hulls on hand this weekend for the season opener of the Sport Racing LLC series at Highland Texas. Regatta:Highlands SpringClassic Event Date:4/3/2022 – 4/3/2022 Conducting Club: SPORT RACING LLC Place: HIGHLANDS, TX San Jacinto River Directions: From I-10:Exit Crosby/Lynchburg, turn north on S Main St.In 2 miles, turn left onto Clear …
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