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RoosterTales 2010 UL 77, Dan McCulloch, Phoenix, AZ 2009 saw the debut of owner-driver Dan McCulloch and his UL-77 "Coulee Miss". Looking toward the 2010 season from the season opener at Phoenix AZ, McCulloch discusses all that they've learned and all they hope to accomplish. One of the most improved teams in Unlimited Lights racing is geared to run the circuit and attempt to win the national championship. Owner-driver Bob Smets talks out the Smetco.com as he looks toward the 2010 season from the season opener at Phoenix. UL 11, Darren Bartels, Phoenix, AZ
UL-11 team owner Darren Bartels and driver Kevin
Eacret discuss the Power Punch Racing-ROXY Radio 94.5-K&N Engineering
team's offseason work following last year's destruction caused by a
broken propeller.
A major transformation is discussed; the conversion of the UL-9 from
naturally aspirated to supercharged horsepower. In addition, see the
transformation of this craft into one of the best looking hydroplanes on
the Unlimited Lights circuit as team manager-driver "Smokin Joe" Souza
talks about the US Army for which he served, and now for which he races.
The newest owner-driver in Unlimited Lights racing comes to the Pacific Northwest from over 2,000 miles away. Mike Movinski from Wyondotte, Michigan acquired the UL-40 from Chuck Dow and his Thunder Valley Racing Team and this eastern based limited hydroplane driver is now adapting to supercharged UL racing. He's doing so with the team that debuted "blower motors" in Unlimited Lights racing back in 2001. ULHRA In the Alaska Airlines Torchlight Parade The Power Punch presents Graham Trucking Cup at Seafair kicks off in downtown Seattle, Washington with the Alaska Airlines Torchlight Parade where the Unlimited Light Hydroplane Association was there in full force. Nine boats were included in the festivities and if you were there... Hope you had a good time and hope to see you at the races. UL 5 Rod Bourke, Tri Cities, WA Tri Cities WA is a favorite race course for Rod Bourke and the UL-5 Miss Kim. Is it because he always seems to race well there, or is it because he likes to race there, that he always seems to race well in Tri Cities? Judge for yourself as this Pacific NW veteran discusses his team and his involvement in hydroplane racing UL 929, All Black, all the time, Vince Xaudaro
It's been three years in the remaking. The "All
Black, all the time" UL-929 has returned. today it's bigger, and better
than before it was damaged at Silverdale WA in 2007. Owner-driver Vince
"X-Man" Xaudaro discusses the rebuilding of the boat that was leading
the national points when disaster struck in August of 2007, and what
lies ahead for the Xaudaro Racing Team.
2009 Boat Racers Emphasize Safety First Northwest Safety Seminar
On March 28, 2009 the first Northwest Safety Seminar dedicated to addressing safety in power boat racing was held at the Hydroplane and Raceboat Museum in Kent, Washington. All involved in boat racing, inboard or outboard, be they drivers, crew chiefs, spouses, or others are invited and encouraged to attend. Boat racing was at one time considered to be one of the most hazardous occupations on the planet taking the lives of 14 Unlimited drivers between the years of 1951 and 1982. Since the mandatory implementation of the enclosed canopy for the unlimited hydroplanes in 1989, the sport has become increasingly safer. However there is still much room for improvement and many dedicated to the sport are constantly on the look out for advancements and safety innovations. Much of the newest technology originates in the auto racing world, but boat racing has its own peculiar hazards unique to the sport. On March 28th, several of the best in the field of safety advancements gathered at the Hydroplane and Raceboat Museum in Kent, Washington. The museum is a fitting backdrop for discussions of safety as it is dedicated in large part to preserving the memories of drivers who gave their lives to the sport such as Bill Muncey, Ron Musson, Dean Chenowith and so many others.
Hopp Racing takes the time to give back to the community and educate some curious minds. Jerry Hopp, owner and driver of the UL 15 visits Cascade View Elementary School to talk about what it takes to be successful at racing hydroplanes. Bring on the Racing with the UL 89 Business, hard work and lots of play time on the water, is what the UL 89 No-Excuses Racing Team is all about. Driver, Mike Sadlon talks about the exhilarating life of boat racing. A Day Aboard the Victoria Express Travel along on the Victoria Express and view the beautiful Puget Sound. From relaxing on the ocean to whale watching with the family. It is always a perfect day aboard the Victoria Express. UL 72 Team Celebrates Father's Day at Pacific Science Center Watch as the UL 72 Team and Kayleigh Perkins pay tribute to the big kids, Dads. The Pacific Science Center in Seattle Washington opens a new exhibit "Speed" featuring hydroplanes and everything fast. Movin' on up to the Thunderboats. The former UL-17 takes a step up to the big boys. Shockwave Racing, G-17, makes dramatic changes going into the 2008 race season. Learn why they decided to make the leap and what a significant change they will make to the Thunderboat class. Behind the Scenes with Muncey Racing Go behind closed doors to hear about how Muncey Racing and Muncey Marketing have created part of history. It's not just a legendary name, the intense emotion has kept the sport on top. Come join the women in the Hydroplane Racing world at Quest Field in Seattle. See what they have to say about what it is like to be involved with a male dominated sport. In the Spot Light with Graham Trucking See what makes Hydroplane racing successful. Sponsors such as Rob Graham of Graham Trucking have passionately supported the ULHRA and Hydroplane racing to make it become one of the most renown boat racing sports. Unlimited Lights go to Mercer Island
Mercer Island Rotary Half Marathon for Colon
Cancer. Bigger, Faster and Louder with the G 329 What makes a Thunderboat soar above the water? With a combination of size, performance and ego. You can make a Thunderboat fly above all. Step into the shop of the G 329, talk with David Warren (owner and driver) and see what makes this G boat compete. What Can a Propeller Do For You? Visit the Hydroplane and Raceboat Museum in Kent, Washington and be ready for an overwhelming amount of information on propellers. From fundamentals to the design and creation of the hydroplane propeller. See and hear from the drivers and professionals as to what it takes to get one step closer to racing a hydroplane. Drivers, Instructors and Rescue personnel describe the ins and outs of capsule training. So Simple Even Bud McKay Can Do It What do a 6'5" Bud McKay and a 4" gecko have in common? You guessed it, the E-10 Lighter than LIGHTS hydroplane. Rick Stevens of Geico Insurance talks about the contagious enthusiasm in boat racing. The Kayleigh Perkins and Chip Hanauer Sequel Kayleigh Perkins and Chip Hanauer return to the 2008 Seattle Boat show to tie up lose ends. Where hydroplane racing has been and where it should go. In the shop with Five Star Racing Hear how the Five Star Racing Team stay in the race. See what it takes this team to succeed. Drive, passion, dedication, team work and a little fun. 2008 Seattle Boat Show featuring Kayleigh Perkins and Chip Hanauer Listen to Chip and Kayleigh discuss the past and future of boat racing. See what it takes to make boat racing successful. ULHRA 2007 Annual Banquet and Awards Ceremony See the emotions and feel the passion behind the ULHRA. Meet one of the largest families in boat racing, the ULHRA. You have all asked how and why do they do it? Find out just what it takes to flip a hydroplane upside down. Past, Present and Future with Vince Xaudaro Come sit down with John Lynch (the Voice of the ULHRA) and Vince Xaudaro and see what is in store for an exhilarating 2008 Race Season. Let Vince tell you all about the accomplishments and challenges that his team has encountered and what racing means to him.
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