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    Thumbs up Long Beach Sprint Nationals

    Sprint Boats Return
    To Marine Stadium On
    August 6 & 7, 2011


    Long Beach, California – June 2011- Since the late ‘40’s, the Southern California Speedboat Club (SCSC) has been conducting races at the “birthplace” of powerboat racing on the West Coast, Long Beach Marine Stadium. Once a year, in August, the Southern California Speedboat Club stages the annual Long Beach Sprint Nationals weekend of American Power Boat Association (APBA) National Championships for sprint boat racing featuring ten classes of the fastest flatbottom, V-Bottom, Tunnel, Jet Boats and PWC’s from around the nation competing for bragging rights, titles and their share of prize money.

    The Lucas Oil Long Beach Sprint Nationals presented by ARP, Rex Marine, LV Construction, Frank Marrone & Son’s Plumbing, Ahern Rentals and Sea-Tow. The real beneficiaries however, are the thousands of spectators who turn out to experience the best high powered boat racing in the world.

    There will be ten separate and very different classes of boats competing, from the nimble SST-45 Tunnel boats with their enclosed capsules and outboard motors that turn extremely hard (3-4 g’s) and seem to literally fly down the course with most of the boat out of the water led by local favorite and current Western Formula Light Series points leader Steven Dawe #22 “Trafficade Barricade” sponsored entry from Indio, CA against the defending Lucas Oil Long Beach Sprint Nationals presented by ARP Champion, #10 Jason Williams, Alta Loma, to the water pounding K Racing Runabouts (K Boats) led by the fully encapsulated K-69- “Freedom Child owned by Gordon Jennings & Dave Rankin with their blown alcohol flat bottoms that are guaranteed to have the entire crowd at the waters edge to marvel at their awesome power and speed and stare in wonder at how the drivers managed to keep their craft under control, most of the time.
    Just as old as the SCSC, the Crackerbox class with their unique configuration of flatbottom boat with a driver and rider sitting behind the 314 cubic inch V8’s makes this class the perennial crowd favorite as they thrash their 15.5 foot length hulls around the course racing rail to rail with everyone holding on for dear life. The Super Stock Flatbottoms and Pro Stock Flatbottoms each capable of reaching speeds over 120 mph down the straights will see some tremendous competition. Dave Rankin’s, Hacienda Heights, CA SS #80, appropriately named “Wild Child” will defend their title for the 4th year in a row against a tough field of competitors. Rob Devine #47, Ontario, CA driving the “Transgo” will try to defend his National Championship title in the Grand National “V-Bottom” class. From the drop of the flag to the last lap the GN’s are sure to keep the crowd on their feet. Also on the schedule are the Comp Jets. Legendary jet boat racer and Harold Bruce #313 Cerritos, CA will be on hand to defend his Long Beach Sprint Nationals win in 2010 but he’ll be challenged by a group of talented Jet racers. The Personal Water Craft (PWC) racers will be back to show how 300+ horsepower rockets are not the same PWC in your backyard!

    Once again in 2011 the Long Beach Sprint Nationals will hold historic significance because there will be six (6) separate APBA National Championships at stake in the Pro-Stock, Super Stock, Cracker Box, K Racing Runabout as well as the Grand Nationals and Comp Jets. The SST-45 (Formula Lights) will be racing for a 2011 North American Championship! With all of these Championships at stake, the racing is guaranteed to be World Class as boats from all over the country will be arriving to join the over 100 boat armada assembling to wow the Long Beach crowds.

    There will also be a vendor midway that will feature everything from souvenirs to food and beverage booths as well as a beer garden. The racing pits are also open to everyone and fans are encouraged to get a close up look at the boats and talk to the drivers and their crews, many of whom have hero cards that they will gladly autograph. Bring your family and friends and share the legacy that is Southern California Speedboat Club Sprint Boat racing at Marine Stadium. Gates open at 8:00 a.m. racing starts at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $15.00 per adult and children under 10 are free. Military with active I.D. are also free! Parking is $10.00/vehicle/day and $30/RV/Day. Please note that RV Parking on the North Side of the Stadium Only. RV/Motorhome move in is on Saturday morning - 8:00 a.m., first come, first served. RV/Motorhome parking on the grass area only, nose in (perpendicular to the race course) and spectators must pre-pay for both days- $30/day plus $15/adult- children under 10 free, active military ID free. Move out is Sunday night after the races.. Coolers will be inspected as there is NO Alcohol permitted, there is a beer garden on-site.
    For More Information please visit www.scscracing.com or call (310) 318-4012.

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    Would a guarantee of 6 COR boats "buy" their way into the August race at Long Beach? Sounds like a great race! We sure hate to miss playing on our "home court". Rod

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    Any 120's ????????????????

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    Default c hydro's

    would 4 c hydros get us on the schedule or is the program already set

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    Default AXSH and ASH are on, no 120's

    AXSH and ASH are on the schedule. The sanction is done and out. It boils down to enough room in the small pit area and a majority of AXSH are also ASH.

    Scott, I don't know what to say about the 120's. We (SCSC) have had them on the schedule at Thanksgiving and their Western Divisionals at Parker and both times a no show. I would love to see a great 120 show but realize with the economy and other considerations maybe next year, I hope.

    Sincerely,

    Ross Wallach, Race Director SCSC

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    Default To All Race Teams:

    Good Afternoon Race Teams:

    We are finalizing details for the 2011 Lucas Oil Long Beach Sprint Nationals presented by ARP on August 6 & 7 at famed Long Beach Marine Stadium. Below is some important information:

    1.) Please click on link for The Lucas Oil Long Beach Sprint Nationals sanction:
    http://www.apba-racing.com/internal/...p?EditID=10996
    Please note: Mandatory Pre-Registration is due by 8/3/2011
    You can go to www.scscracing.com and click on the "forms" page to download an entry form and print and either fax or mail it to Jeannie Doidge (see sanction for all info) you may pay with credit card, again fill out and sign the credit card authorization form and send with your registration to Jeannie Doidge on before August 3, 2011.

    2.) Hotel reservations: The host hotel is the Best Western Golden Sails and rooms are limited and the room rate discount bloc is almost filled and over so please make your reservations asap before it's too late. (see the information on the sanction above).

    3.) If you are participating in the LBSN's this year and wish to be in the program, you need to confirm with Mike Follmer mfollmer@aol.com the following: Your name (correct spelling, class and boat #, hometown and boat name) so it will be in the program correctly. If you don't respond to this email before Friday, July 15th your info may not be in the program.

    4.) Advertisement in the program and event booth's: I have attached the rate sheet for advertising in the program and booth rates for your business, sponsors, etc. Half of all monies raised in advertising goes right back to your class directly (can be used for prize money or tow money or both) so this benefits you directly. Again, anyone that is interested in advertising in the program please contact Mike Follmer and let him know your name and class and boat # and which businesses that you represent for advertising credit.
    Vendor Booth: Again, credit goes back to your class for any vendor space sold (see rate sheet) - if your vendor is selling I have attached the Vendor temporary business license (around $50 for the weekend) that must be purchased prior to the race. Vendor booth set up will be on Friday all day (first come, first serve basis) and all vendors must be in by 7:00 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. No vendors will be let in after 7:00 a.m. on race weekend.

    5.) Move in: Friday, August 5th at 8:00 a.m. Please don't line up before 8:00 a.m. as we don't wish to annoy the homeowners on Appian Way. Do NOT park yourself in the pits. The Pit Manager will be there to bring you to your pit stall. All race teams to have a minimum of 1 fire extinguisher in each pit stall (per LB FD) and all fuel must be stowed correctly. If you wish to pre-order race fuel, contact Brian Busby at Amber Racing Services at 949- 870-5773 bbusby@amberracingservices.com let him know it is for the Lucas Oil Long Beach Sprint Nationals to receive the discount.

    6.) Motorhome parking: Northside (opposite of pit side) of the stadium only. Move in is Saturday morning 8:00 a.m. and move out is Sunday right after the races end. $30/motorhome/day or $60 for the weekend plus $15/adult, children under 10 are free. Lights out policy 10:00 p.m. sharp!

    If you want to race in front of 10,000+ screaming fans, this is the place to do it!!! We are looking forward to another safe and successful race!

    Any race questions, please email or call me at your convenience. Any registration questions please contact Jeannie Doidge at jdsjmom@aol.com or (818) 894-3759

    Sincerely,

    Ross Wallach, Race Director
    SCSC
    1803 Morgan Lane
    Redondo Beach, CA 90278
    Phone (310) 318-4012
    Fax (310) 372-7427

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    The COR class has 7 boats committed to run at Long Beach. For those of you unfamiliar with the Classic Outboard Runabouts (COR): The COR class is a relatively new class with growing numbers. It was designed for the racer who does not want to compete in the fast and expensive classes of today. A typical COR boat with engine and trailer can be purchased for around 5000 dollars. IN FACT, I KNOW WHERE A COMPLETE COR RIG INCLUDING TRAILER CAN BE PURCHASED FOR UNDER 4000 BUCKS!!! The COR class is for the "racer" who would like to own a raceboat at a relatively low cost. A boat that can double as a family boat when not racing. The COR 2.0 (2.0 referring to the engine size of approximately 150 hp engines) can be discribed as a "throwback" to the very popular utility classes of the 50's, 60's, and 70s', The boats run in the 75 to 85 mph range. They are extremely reliable. As an example, my boat has run for 3 years including three 300 mile Enduros and the engine has not been touched, it is the #88 boat and will be running Aug. 6th and 7th at Long Beach. For those of you who may be interested, please join us in the pits at Long Beach. You will be welcomed by any of the COR racers or their representatives. Rules for this class can be found on the APBA web site under Special Events, or by calling the COR Chairman Rod Zapf (310) 488-3563

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    ttt In an effort to help keep the guys "on track" for the upcoming LONG BEACH MARINE STADIUM RACE.

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    Nuther boat for Long Beach, We now have a full field of 8 COR boats. Just received word of an STV powered by Merc XR-2 nearly ready for Long Beach. We welcome #30 Mike Quindazzi. This will be Mike's first race and we are looking forward to many more. This COR class is catching on! See you all on Friday morning! For more information on COR (Classic Outboard Runabout) call Rod Zapf COR Chairman (310) 488-3563 RD

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    Talking Nostalgia Flat roll call for LB

    Roll Call for Nostalgia Flat 80mph & 95mph classes, sound off now!
    Waters for racing, Asphalt & Dirt are for put'n it in!

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