When are the Tri-Cities Water Follies?
The weekend is almost here! Tri-Cities Water Follies are kicking of Friday, July 29 to Sunday July 31. Although the temperatures are quickly going up, you should still be extra careful out near the water. Staying hydrated is very important.
How do I contact the Tri City Water Follies?
Press Release Contact: Kathy Powell, Event DirectorPhone: (509) 783-4675Email: water.follies@gmail.com KENNEWICK, May 21, 2021 – The Tri City Water Follies Board of Directors is proud to announce that the Tri-City...
When is Lake Guntersville Hydrofest 2022?
Guntersville Lake Hydrofest will be this summer’s biggest event at the lake, with three classes of hydroplanes, racing at speeds of up to 200 mph. The 2022 event, set for June 25-26th, also will celebrate the 60th anniversary of Roy Duby setting the World Speed Record of 200.419 MPH at Lake Guntersville in 1962.
When do tickets go on sale for the 2022 Madison Regatta?
Tickets will go on sale April 1, 2022. All prices can be found on our website www.guntersvillelakehydrofest.com. Stay tuned for more information in the upcoming months! The Madison Regatta has been held annually for 72 years. We host one of the largest hydroplane races in the United States.
Do they still have unlimited hydroplane races?
Make your way down to Genesee Park in Seattle to witness the World's Most Spectacular Race Boats go head to head on the largest stage H1 Unlimited Hydroplane drivers will race on all season. Immense crowds, live streaming coverage online and live radio broadcast of the races make this an event not to miss!
What day is the hydroplane races?
The Tri-City Water Follies is delighted to announce that the HAPO Columbia Cup/Over the River Air Show will welcome back the 5-liter class hydroplanes to its lineup of exciting boat racing on the Columbia River on July 29-31, 2022.
What happened to unlimited hydroplane racing?
History. The unlimited hydroplane racing series was founded in 1946 when the unlimited class of boats was allowed to compete following World War II and the subsequent availability of surplus aircraft engines. It had been disbanded in 1922 in favor of the newly introduced "Gold Cup Class."
Will there be hydroplane races in Detroit this year?
Covid19 cancelled the 2020 Detroit hydroplane race and there are still questions about 2021. Monday morning, DREI Board Member Doug Bernstein was interviewed by Guy Gordon on WJR 760 to talk about the… More.
Will the 2022 Seafair hydroplane races be televised?
Culminating the iconic, summer-long Seattle Celebration and known and loved as an unofficial Puget Sound holiday, this is the most anticipated event of the summer! LiveAirShowTV will be producing coverage for Seattle's KINGTV, and CarbonTV Sunday, August 7 from 4-8pm ET.
Will there be a Seafair 2022?
Now through 8/7/2022 | Genesee Park and Playfield Known and loved as an unofficial Seattle holiday, Seafair Weekend Festival is one of the largest boating events, airshows, and festivals all rolled into one.
How fast is the Miss Budweiser boat?
Dave Villwock and the Miss Budweiser team shattered the kilometer (Kilo) World Speed Record by 22.323 mph for an Unlimited Hydroplane boat on March 13th on the Thermalito Afterbay, Oroville, California, setting a new world record of 220.493 mph for a kilometer run, breaking the previous record of 198.17 mph which had ...
How fast does an unlimited hydroplane go?
200 mphTHE BOATS: A modern Unlimited Hydroplane is the world's fastest racing boat, capable of speeds in excess of 200 mph.
Who won the 2022 Seafair hydroplane races?
The weekend of hydroplane racing will continue tomorrow with the 2022 HomeStreet Bank Cup. Shane, 36, of San Antonio, Texas, took the victory by leading from start to finish in the final heat of an event that used a new match-race format.
How many hydroplanes does Seafair 2022 have?
But there are only five unlimited hydroplanes racing this weekend on Lake Washington, along with four vintage hydroplanes running exhibitions.
Who drove the Miss Budweiser hydroplane?
MISS BUDWEISER (Griffon-2) was nothing short of sensational in 1981. Driver Dean Chenoweth won six out of eight races, including the Gold Cup in Seattle and the World Cup in Acapulco, Mexico.
What channel are the hydroplanes on?
H1 Unlimited Hydroplane Series » H1 Unlimited Debuts On CBS Sports Spectacular! Home of the H1 Unlimited Hydroplane Series.
How many hydroplanes does Seafair 2022 have?
But there are only five unlimited hydroplanes racing this weekend on Lake Washington, along with four vintage hydroplanes running exhibitions.
Does Seattle still have hydroplane races?
The Emerald City has hosted the Unlimiteds every year from 1951 to 2019. In 2020 and 2021, the event was cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The next unlimited hydroplane race in Seattle is planned for 2022.
What time are the hydro races in Seattle?
Friday marks the official start of the 2022 Seafair Weekend Festival, from the sea to the air, expect to hear and see the roar of engines across Puget Sound. Seafair Weekend Festival runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
How fast do the Unlimited Hydroplanes go?
200 mphTHE BOATS: A modern Unlimited Hydroplane is the world's fastest racing boat, capable of speeds in excess of 200 mph.
Tri -City Water Follies Announces Resumption of 2021 Columbia Cup
Press Release Contact: Kathy Powell, Event DirectorPhone: (509) 783-4675Email: water.follies@gmail.com KENNEWICK, May 21, 2021 – The Tri City Water Follies Board of Directors is proud to announce that the Tri-City...
Tri-City Water Follies Drive-In Air Show is a Go for September 4-6
Press Release Contact: Kathy Powell, Event DirectorPhone: (509) 783-4675Email: water.follies@gmail.com KENNEWICK, August 7, 2020 – Working in partnership with Tri-Cities leadership and the Benton Franklin Health District, the Tri-City Water...
When will Seafair be released in 2021?
On April 21, 2021, Seafair officials announced changes to the 2021 festival. You can find the full release here, but this is the Unlimited Hydroplane details. (Watch for more information soon.)
Is there a hydroplane racing in 2020?
Hydroplane Racing with E-League! (Nothing’s cooking at the moment, but the following is from 2020.) Yes! There is racing. Read about H1 Unlimited’s new E-League, using a virtual gaming platform. Courtesy H1 Unlimited and HydroSim E-League. There are two racing “flavors” taking place the rest of the 2020 season.
