APBA/NSBC Partner to Promote Safety
American Power Boat Association joins National Safe Boating Council in waterway well-being unity Announced ahead of observance month, partnership reinforces organizations' commitments to safety.
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Friends in a Storm: Desert Storm at 159
Somehow, still images don’t quite convey the atmosphere of a poker run. My last post, just after Desert Storm, (and Rick Mackie’s just before) described the breadth of the activities. We posted some photos of the new boats, both on display and in the water. Nevertheless, there’s nothing quite like going on board and feeling the vibe — especially with friends.
Boiling Water in the Desert
Gary Williams' M31 DCB challenges the "big power" and full race boats. Dave Hemmingson enjoys being the first boat brand to the card stop.
Starting 2012 race season off with a band, and a world record
Oakwood’s Grant Hearn dominated the Junior Hydroplane Class at the American Powerboat Association’s Winter National Championship, held March 30 through April 1, in Lakeland, Fla. As a 13 year-old student at Oakwood Junior High School, Hearn swept all four heats of competition in the class giving him a big jump on the 2012 season point’s battle.
2012 APBA Vintage Rules
The 2012 Vintage Rules are attached.
Ethanol and Older Outboards
Damage to a boat engine carburetor as a result of ethanol at 10% (E10). Photo courtesy BoatUS.
Ethanol and Older Outboards
Damage to a boat engine carburetor as a result of ethanol at 10% (E10). Photo courtesy BoatUS.
APBA Board of Director's Meeting--April 12, 2012
The agenda for the April 12, 2012 APBA BOD meeting is attached.
APBA Board of Director's Meeting--April 12, 2012
The agenda for the April 12, 2012 APBA BOD meeting is attached.
Hi-Performance Boat Operation – Part 3: Prep & Drive
Pre-run inspection of a 700 SCi powered DCB catamaran. Photo credit: Tres Martin's Performance Boat School.
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