Wave Blasters of Florida 1st Invitational Race

[obrien]

I just emailed my application to you guys.

[Ken Haines]

Hey Jeff, Thanks for the entry, Bud added you today. We had a few more Wave Blasters enter today as well.
This brings our new race total to:
14 racers, 34 boats and still growing
As stated in previous post we still have some addional racers that have told us they were definite, our hope is to grow this event to 20 plus racers.
Thanks, Ken

[Ken Haines]

We now have 16 official entries with 42 boats entered.
We have also surpassed 1200 views about this race spread over 3 forums.
With 3 1/2 weeks to go we expect more racers for this event than were at the 2008 FE Nats. For all those still waiting,
we sure would like you to sign up soon so that we have everything planned. There are only 2 classes still not above the
minimum of 4 boats required. Also we will be making all heat assignments on a random draw the day of the event.
So it does not matter if you wait to sign-up, there is no strategic advantage.
See our web-site for the classes and entries at:
Waveblasters.org then go to the links tab and select the race registration list.
We have a bunch of notable racers now from all over the country.
This really is a race you will not want to miss !!
Thanks, Ken

[hebner]

I just emailed my application to you guys.

[Ken Haines]

Hi Hugh,
We have received your entry it now appears on the web-site registration.
Wecome to the Wave Blasters 1st Invitational Race. I think you will really have a lot of fun.
You also just gave us enough to race Q-Offshore, I'm sure Mike Pags will be very happy to hear that.
Thanks, Ken

[obrien]

Sounds like I am going to get spanked at this event. lol

[Ken Haines]

We now have 17 official entries with 45 boats entered. This race continues to grow, I just had contact with a probable 3 additional racers. This on top of a group of our regular club racers that still has not hit the entry list yet. Maybe 20+ racers !
I will again ask all those still waiting, we sure would like you to sign up soon so that we have everything planned. There is only 1 class (P-spec OPC) still not above the minimum of 4 boats required. On another note, we will be making all heat assignments on a random draw the day of the event. So it does not matter if you wait to sign-up, there is no strategic advantage.
See our web-site for the classes and entries at:
Waveblasters.org then go to the links tab and select the race registration list.
As previously mentioned we have a bunch of notable racers now coming from all over the country.
This really is a race you will not want to miss !!
Thanks, Ken

[Ken Haines]

"We now have 21 official entries with 52 boats entered"
This race continues to grow, I have had contact with a half dozen potential additional racers.
A good number of our regular club racers have now signed up and we also expect a couple more.
I will again ask all those still waiting, please sign up soon so that we can have everything planned.
There is only 1 class (P-spec OPC) still not above the minimum of 4 boats required.
We have been most fortunate so far on the amount of entries, as far as we know this will be the
largest FE race of the year outside of the Nats.
As previously mentioned we have a bunch of notable racers now coming from all over the country.
The newest race addition will remain un-named at this time, but he has close to 50 combined District
and National Championships. I wonder how the Wave Blasters will stack up against all this competition?
This really is a race you will not want to miss !!
See our web-site for the classes and entries at:
Waveblasters.org then go to the links tab and select the race registration list.
Thanks, Ken
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Wave Blasters of Florida
Club Secretary / Treasurer
IMPBA 104.263 mph T-Hydro Record Holder

[Ken Haines]

"We now have 23 official entries with 56 boats entered"
This race continues to grow, I'm still waiting on replies from a few more additional racers.
A good number of our regular club racers have now signed up and we also expect a one more.
I will again ask all those still waiting, please sign up soon so that we can have everything planned.
There is only 1 class (P-spec OPC) still not above the minimum of 4 boats required.
We have been most fortunate so far on the amount of entries, the response has been terrific.
Richie Lind of Rico Racing has paired up to drive a 29" Rico mono for Ron Desmond of Fast Ron Racing.
Richie will be the 11th P-Mono signed up. Richie has dozens of gas district and national championships.
How will he match-up racing FE against Doug Twaits Jr., Mike Pags, Mike Martin, Don & Donnie Wollard,
Ray Rankl, or any of the lesser know very good FE racers ?
This really is a race you will not want to miss !!
Class Entry Totals:
SV Stock= 8
SV Modified= 8
LSH= 13
N-2 Mono= 6
P-Mono= 11
Q-Offshore = 4
P-Spec Hydro = 5
OPC = 1
See our web-site for the classes and entries at:
Waveblasters.org
then go to the links tab and select the race registration list.
If you have any detailed questions please send me a PM
Thanks, Ken

[obrien]

Ken, it looks like I may have an entry of LSH just in time for the race. Will it be a problem to add it in once I know I will be able to run it?

[mike martin]

Ken, it looks like I may have an entry of LSH just in time for the race. Will it be a problem to add it in once I know I will be able to run it?

no it won't be a problem just let us know

[obrien]

thanks

[Ken Haines]

Hey Guys,
We finally have an address to the property just aside of the Wave Blaster's pond site.
This will get you to the race via Map Quest or a GPS navigation system.
Here it is:
4915 Myrtle Drive
Ft Pierce, FL. 34982

The map directions are:
Take I-95 to Ft. Pierce
Exit at Midway Road and head east.
Stay on midway several miles, cross US #1
continue on Midway to Myrtle Drive.
Turn south or right onto Myrtle
Go 3 blocks till you see Palm Lake Park.

Hopefully this helps everyone get there.
Saturday practice will start about 10 am.
Sunday open water starts at 8am.
The Drivers meeting will start at 9 am.

It looks like we will have more than 25 racers and more than 60 boats.
We are still waiting on some late entries. Hopefully we can post these additional racers in the next few days.
More to updates follow,
Ken

[Ken Haines]

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[Ken Haines]

Hey Guys,
Our race is quickly approaching. We will convey any thoughts or details thru this forum.
We will have 120 VAC power available for all attending. We will have tables and a canopy for our non-member guests. We will have tables for those traveling by air. For those traveling by auto, please bring tables as we have limited table space. We will be asking everyone not to pit in our normal club pavillion. As this is a larger race we would like to have that area freed up for the race directors and drivers. There are picinic table / benches under the pavillion for setting you boats etc. just prior to your heat.
We expect moderate temperatures for the race day, they are currently calling for 72 degrees and partly sunny.
We are still sitting at 23 racers and 56 boats. Still waiting on our last minute entries.

Sign-ins start at 8 am / Drivers meeting 9 am.
Our goal will be to start the drivers meeting at 9 am and start racing at 9:30 am in order to be complete with all 3 rounds by 4 to 5 pm. If we are running ahead of schedule we will stop after round 1 for a half hour lunch. Since this is our club's first larger race, I'm sure we have not thought of everything, please be patient as we will quickly resolve and unforseen issues that occur.
On behalf of our club, Mike Martin (president) and I would like to welcome you guys for what looks to be a great weekend. We hope everyone is getting race fever and are really amped up about the event. Also we have had several sponsors voluntarilly step up to the plate. I will announce them on our next race post. Please check this forum every couple of days for any additional updates. As a reminder our web-site is; Waveblasters.org to see the race entry list.
1 more week to go !!!
Thanks, Ken
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[Ken Haines]

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[obrien]

Ken will we need numbers on our boats?

[Ken Haines]

Hi Jeff,
Don't worry about numbers on the boat. I did know one race organization that required it. I'm not sure why it would ever matter, it's not like you could read the number when the boats in the water. Anyway no number required for any class.
If someone reading this post can explain what the number does for the event I'm curious and would like to know. Maybe there is a good reason that we just haven't realized yet. Good question.
See you next weekend,
Ken

[Ken Haines]

We now have 25 racers and 60 boats !!!
See Waveblasters.org click the links tab and select the race registration sheet for racers and classes.

Latest weather Report:
Saturday March 14th- 81 degrees Partly Sunny
Sunday March 15th- 80 degrees Partly Sunny

Can't get much better !!
Ken

[highndry]

I think he was referring to NAMBA member #

[Ken Haines]

Sorry if I misunderstood, but don't worry about a NAMBA member number on the boats either.
Obviously we will check all your NAMBA Member cards at the sign in.
If you do not have one we will need the $10 single event race mebership fee or be able to verify the number prior to the event.
This is a sanctioned event, so we will send those fees to NAMBA immediately following the event.
Thanks, Ken

[sailr]

I'm coming over but don't know if I'll be able to race. Bad back! BUT I will bring some raffle prizes with me!

Jim Slaughter
Mini Cat Racing USA

[sailr]

It's in the NAMBA rules as I recall. But it is a silly requirement in my opinion.

Hi Jeff,
Don't worry about numbers on the boat. I did know one race organization that required it. I'm not sure why it would ever matter, it's not like you could read the number when the boats in the water. Anyway no number required for any class.
If someone reading this post can explain what the number does for the event I'm curious and would like to know. Maybe there is a good reason that we just haven't realized yet. Good question.
See you next weekend,
Ken

[sailr]

I reserved a room at the Best Western for Saturday night. Two beds and only one of me. Willing to share the room if anybody needs one. Split the cost. PM me!

[sailr]

I will be bringing a bunch of props with me to sell. Quite a few sharpened and balanced. Look me up at the race. Prices will be right!

Jim Slaughter

[Ken Haines]

Hi Jim,
We will be glad to have you at the event.
Thanks, Ken

[Ken Haines]

The Wave Blasters would like to sincerely thank the following people and companies for voluntarily stepping up to the plate with very appreciated door prizes to help offset some of the costs of our very first big race. None of them were solicited for this help. They all read about our race on the forums and gave us or Don Wollard a call wanting to know if they could help. What great gestures, this says a lot about the state of our current FE community, especially considering the economy.
Below is a list in alphabetical order;
Astec Models and Electronics: Thanks to Allan Shillitto
Flight Power / Marine Power: Thanks to Steve Rogers
Kintec Racing.com: Thanks to Jan Kinley
Offshore Electrics: Thanks to Steven Vaccaro
Rum Runner Hobbies: Thanks to Doug Twaits
Rum Runner Racing: Thanks to Don Wollard
South River RC: Thanks to Jim Williams

The club would be remise if we did not thank the company’s that helped us have a successful picnic this past fall.
Castle Creations: Thanks to Joe Ford
RC Lipos: Thanks to Pat

Things are really going well as we ready for this event and the weather looks phenomenal. Hopefully everyone is getting their boats tuned and ready as well !!
More updates to follow.
Ken

[RayR]

Ken/Mike,

Next year, gotta rename it the FE SpringNats!

All the best,

Ray

[sailr]

Don't forget us! I left a post earlier saying I would be bringing prizes too!

Mini Cat Racing USA www.minicatracingusa.com

Jim Slaughter

The Wave Blasters would like to sincerely thank the following people and companies for voluntarily stepping up to the plate with very appreciated door prizes to help offset some of the costs of our very first big race. None of them were solicited for this help. They all read about our race on the forums and gave us or Don Wollard a call wanting to know if they could help. What great gestures, this says a lot about the state of our current FE community, especially considering the economy.
Below is a list in alphabetical order;
Astec Models and Electronics: Thanks to Allan Shillitto
Flight Power / Marine Power: Thanks to Steve Rogers
Kintec Racing.com: Thanks to Jan Kinley
Offshore Electrics: Thanks to Steven Vaccaro
Rum Runner Hobbies: Thanks to Doug Twaits
Rum Runner Racing: Thanks to Don Wollard
South River RC: Thanks to Jim Williams

The club would be remise if we did not thank the company’s that helped us have a successful picnic this past fall.
Castle Creations: Thanks to Joe Ford
RC Lipos: Thanks to Pat

Things are really going well as we ready for this event and the weather looks phenomenal. Hopefully everyone is getting their boats tuned and ready as well !!
More updates to follow.
Ken

[sailr]

Thanks Ken. I'm looking forward to it!!

Hi Jim,
We will be glad to have you at the event.
Thanks, Ken