2011 FE Nationals Announcement

[Ken Haines]

"2011 NAMBA FE Nationals" Hosted by: The Wave Blasters of Florida
Sonsored by: Offshore Electrics & Rum Runner Racing / Hobbies

Hey Everyone,
Finally after all the meetings, forum replies, and dozens of phone calls,
we "The Wave Blasters of Florida" are now ready to officially announce the dates for the 2011 FE Nationals.
The Race will be held;
June 1st - 5th , Wednesday thru Sunday with Wednesday being the practice day.

Please do not beat us up about the dates as this was difficult enough trying to canvas the country to find the best
possible dates taking all suggestions and criticisms into consideration.
We have gotten these dates approved by the NAMBA board who checked additionally with all the District directors
and there were no objections.

Obviously there are dozens of issues that our club will deciding on in the weeks to follow. Be patient with your
questions, as we do expect there will be many. We will try to answer all of them in time.

Preliminarily we have discussed the classes and we plan to run everything requested as long as we get enough
boats to make it a class. That number still to be determined, but will most likely be either a 3 or 4 boat minimum.

We have contacted ME Time RC and hopefully we will have this event either live on the internet or at least filmed
and available on DVD.

As mentioned there are many details yet to be decided on ie; entry fees, sponsorships, race schedules, etc. we
will announce them as these details are decided on. We are all pretty excited about hosting our first Nationals,
hopefully we will have a record attendance too. By making this announcement our hope is that you can start
making your travel plans.

The following is a list of our board of directors, they are all good people and along with plenty of outside help we
all intend to make this a great and really special event.
Bill Plevik, Terry Cowger, Bud Johansen, Rick Workman, Mackey Rogers, & Ken Haines

From all of the Wave Blasters members,
we hope to see all of you in Ft Pierce, Florida at the event.
More details to follow !!
Thanks,
Ken

[Ken Haines]

"2011 NAMBA FE Nationals" Hosted by: The Wave Blasters of Florida
Sonsored by: Offshore Electrics & Rum Runner Racing / Hobbies

Hello FE Racers,
The 2011 NMBA FE Nationals registration is now open !
The link is;

WWW.RCRacingEvents.com

You will find it easy to sign up, just click on the "On-Line Race Entry" tab.
Then click on the "2011 NAMBA FE Nationals" sign up.

You can make your payment immediately via pay-pal thru this site,
or mail in your payment after you have completed the on-line entry information requested.

The early registration fee is $11 and $9 per class until March 15th.
After March 15th it will go to the normal registration fee of $15 and $10 per class.
Our thinking is to encourage as many early sign-ups as possible to start the snowball effect. We do realize plans can change, so to relieve any reservations about committing early, we will make refunds on all cancellations received prior to May 25th.

If there are any classes that you do not see listed that you believe there would be enough to make a class please contact us as we are open to all class ideas.

Contact myself or Terry Cowger Sr. for more info.
Ken_Haines@Hotmail.com
Cowger1@Bellsouth.net

OK guys lets make this make this a huge FE Nationals !!
The Wave Blasters and I look forward to seeing all of you there !!
Good Luck,
Ken Haines

[Ken Haines]

Hey Racers,
We did secure a very good rate on the nearby Best Western !
It will be $59.00 per night.
You should mention the "FE Nationals Hosted by the Wave Blasters"
to get this rate.
Their phone number is 772-878-7600

They are located at:
7900 S US Highway 1 · Port Saint Lucie, Florida

This hotel is about 5 minutes drive from the pond site.
It is a very nice hotel, all small suites, with a nice pool area.
Not the Ritz-Carlton but very nice.
Hope this helps,
Ken

[Ken Haines]

13 Racers, 84 Boats !

Just another reminder about the early entry discount
for the 2011 Nat's that expires March 15th.

Really want to make this a huge event, so help us out,
sign up now to keep this snowball growing !!

See:
www.RCRacingEvents.com

Thanks from all the Wave Blasters !

[Ken Haines]

Final Reminder the "Early Entry Discount Ends March 15th !

You have heard my spiel before.
So help us and yourself out, enter by tomorrow and save !!

We now have "16 Racers and 103 Boats"

Thanks, Ken

[Ken Haines]

"24 Racers / 141 Boats" and counting !

This event is starting to look like a big one !
Looks like a race you won't want to miss.
Sign up now at:

www.RCRacingEvents.com

Come down and enjoy our great weather and
beautiful pond site.
Hope to see you there,
Ken

[sailr]

uh-oh. Looks like my competition is heatin' up!

[D. Newland]

That is fantastic, Ken! Nice work organizing this event. You're going to give Michigan a run for their money with regards to the biggest FE Nat's ever.

[obrien]

how many racers and boats were there in Michigan?

[Ken Haines]

how many racers and boats were there in Michigan?

Hey Dave Newland,
Not sure, but I wondered if you knew the past Nat's attendance numbers.
I do not know how many years you would have records for, but that would be interesting information.
We are having a very good early start to this 2011 FE Nat's, how that will
all add up is just speculation at this point. As we all know until racers are
actually signed up and paid for you can only hope that they do.
We do have our collective fingers crossed, time will tell !
Thanks, Ken

[Ken Haines]

We are now taking orders for
2011 NAMBA FE Nationals
----------T-Shirts----------
See: www.RCRacingEvents.com
Click on "Online Entry"
Scroll down to "2011 NAMBA FE Nationals"
Select "Tickets & Tees"
The initial order deadline is May 1st.
We will take additional orders thru June 10th.
They are available with and without pockets
in 3 colors- White, Ash Gray, & Cream (Natural)
They are also available in sizes:
Sm, Med, Lg, XL, 2XL & 3XL
The cost will be $16 each (shipping not included)
For you guys coming to the race they will be
available for pick-up with your entry package.
Thanks to "Jake" of Jake Lettering (Denver, NC)
We have a really sharp logo.
Check out the attachment, I think you will agree.
This logo will be on the back of the 100% Cotton Tee
Our Club "Wave Blasters of Florida" emblem will
be on the front pocket area.
Go onto the racing events web-site and order today.
The proceeds from these shirts will go to the Wave Blasters
to support the 2011 NAMBA FE Nationals
Presented by Offshore Electrics & Rum Runner Racing / Hobbies
Thanks For Your Support, :D
"The Wave Blasters of Florida"

[T.C.]

The T shirts will look something like this !
T.C.

[D. Newland]

Ken-I'll let Davis give the exact figures regarding the Michigan Nat's that had the highest turnout too date. Nothing compares to it at this point in time.

I believe the 2nd largest was Colorado last year at 34 per my sheet. Most others were in the mid 20's in attendance. Not sure on boat count.

You've got a tiger by the tail.

Put me down for an XL shirt and I'll have Dick pick it up for me at the race.

[sailr]

Awrighty Then! Just order 2 tees. See you at the races!

[Hydromaniac]

Ken-I'll let Davis give the exact figures regarding the Michigan Nat's that had the highest turnout too date. Nothing compares to it at this point in time.

I believe the 2nd largest was Colorado last year at 34 per my sheet. Most others were in the mid 20's in attendance. Not sure on boat count.

You've got a tiger by the tail.

Put me down for an XL shirt and I'll have Dick pick it up for me at the race.

Dave I think you missed a few I just went through the sheets we had 41 drivers 310 boats I''ll recount when I get freed up.

[D. Newland]

Thanks Rod. Let me know what you find out difinitively and I'll document it in my files. I was going off of my High Points sheet and a few racers with lower class numbers may not have made the list.

[Ken Haines]

Here you go guys !!
2011 FE Nationals "Class Sponsorships Now Available"
This is the FE communities premier event of each year !!
We are now looking for class sponsors for this year's Nat's.

The Classes are $75 per class

Note-$100 for the high point classes:
-P-Limited Sport Hydro (AKA. LSH)
-P-Limited Offshore (AKA. LSO)
-P-Limited Outboard Tunnel (AKA.OPC)
-P-Limited Hydro (AKA. P-Spec Hydro)
-P-Mono

Other Sponsorships Available Too !!! (See the Attachment)

This Class Sponsorship will come with the following:
-Listing on the 3 class awards
-Announcement of the Class Sponsor prior to each heat of that class
-Class Sponsor listing on the Race Program
-General sponsor listing on the sponsor bulletin board at the event

If you would like to be a class sponsor please contact us
and tell us which class you would like.
Our club and this year's Nat's entries all appreciate your sponsor help.
See the attached for available sponsorship classes.
These will all be available on a first come first serve basis.
Thanks,
The Wave Blasters of Florida

[sailr]

Ken, is the $75 fee the same for all the other non-class items such as pit tent, etc.?

[sailr]

Ken, we would like to sponsor LSH!

[Ken Haines]

Hi Jim,
Thanks so much for your help.
You are the LSH class sponsor.

Your support is very appreciated,
"The Wave Blasters of Florida"

[Ken Haines]

2011 NAMBA FE Nationals - Hosted by the Wave Blasters of Florida
Presented by Offshore Electrics & Rummrunner Racing / Hobbies

2011 FE Nat's T-Shirts
The first order deadline is May 1st.
Please log onto
www.RCRacingEvents.com
select online race entries
and the Tickets / Tees icon to place your order.
(Local pick-up only unless other arrangements are made)

Thanks, Ken

[BILL OXIDEAN]

Ken, you're doing a great job on this race.

[D. Newland]

Ken-Please put down "Az Winter Warmups" for P-Ltd Offshore (LSO) sponsorship.

[Ken Haines]

Ken-Please put down "Az Winter Warmups" for P-Ltd Offshore (LSO) sponsorship.

Hello Dave,
Thanks so much, for your clubs support.
Have I mentioned that "Your the Best" lately ! lol
We will try to have the class sponsor Jpeg updated
very soon. I believe that puts us with 9 of the 25
classes sponsored !

Thanks Again,
Ken & "The Wave Blasters of Florida"

[obrien]

Just wanted to let everyone know that we are planning another Test n tune day a the wave blaster's lake on Saturday May 14. We will start running around 10 am

[Ken Haines]

2011 NAMBA FE Nationals - Hosted by the Wave Blasters of Florida
Presented by Offshore Electrics & Rummrunner Racing / Hobbies

Just wanted to let everyone know that we are planning another Test n tune day a the wave blaster's lake on Saturday May 14. We will start running around 10 am

Like Jeff posted earlier, the last official open practice day at the club before the actual race week will be Saturday May 14th.
We will have the rescue boat available from approximately 10 am till 3 pm.
Should be a good final tune-up for those who choose to attend.

Still need some class sponsors to fill the event, take a look at the
attached "Class Sponsor List" & contact us if you are interested !

We currently have 34 Racers and 205 Boats registered with 20 days left to enter.
We are still hoping for 40 racers, time will tell.

Hope to see everyone very soon,
Thanks,
Ken

[Steven Vaccaro]

Stevie, Anthony and I are getting ready, I got my tickets booked a few days ago. Ken as we spoke about, all I ask is for 2 tables and 3 chairs. :-) on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. If that's doable put me down for sponsoring LSO.

[Ken Haines]

Stevie, Anthony and I are getting ready, I got my tickets booked a few days ago. Ken as we spoke about, all I ask is for 2 tables and 3 chairs. :-) on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. If that's doable put me down for sponsoring LSO.

Hi Steve,
Great to hear. 2 tables, 3 chairs, no problem you got it !
We will also mark you down for the LSO class sponsor.
That is by the way a $100 class as it is one of the 5 highest
participated classes. There will be at least 3 heats each round for LSO !
Spec Hydro and P-mono are the only $100 classes remaining.
The other remaining classes are all $75 each.

Do you want that class to read:
Sponsored by Offshore Electrics or Sponsored by Steve Vaccaro ?
Please advise.

Thanks Again for all your continued support,
Ken &
The Wave Blasters of Florida

[Steven Vaccaro]

Sponsored by OffshoreElectrics is fine.

[ron1950]

see ya down there steven