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Menomonie Wi. drag boat races 2012

UMPBA will be hosting 1/4 drags on Lake Menomon located in Menomonie WI. This is located 1hr East of Minn/St Paul MN just off I-94. and the races will take place at Wauconda Park. This a great venue and will be our first year here and want to make this a great event. The city of Menomonie is excited to have us and gonna help in making this a great event. There is a campground close by but I'm not sure what is available for that weekend. There are many hotels but we have worked out a deal with the Super 8 to give racer discounts and provide extra parking just for boats. We have chosen this location hoping to encourage some new faces to join us or just attend. Menomonie has alot to offer, many bars and resturaunts within walking distance of hotels as well as this is the weekend of the Dunn County Fair. There will be stock car races Fri night and NTPA tractor pulls on Sat night. We are looking forward to everyone joining us and helping us make this an annual event. You can check out our web site at UMPBA.org

Whats the date? Classes? Payouts?

JULY 28th 2012 the payout I don't know as I am just passing this on to help promote it. You can check the web site and contact someone if you have more questions I am sure they can help you out.Classes and RequirementsLake Racer* 65 mph or less* Life Jacket* Ignition kill switch* DOT approved helmetLake Racer 1* 66 - 75 mph* Life Jacket* Ignition kill switch* DOT approved helmetLake Racer 2* 76 - 85 mph* Life Jacket* Ignition kill switch* Fuel kill switch (if so equipped w/external fuel pump)* Life Jacket w/legs straps* Foot throttle's only* DOT approved helmetLake Racer 3* 86 - 95 mph* Life Jacket* Ignition kill switch* Fuel kill switch (if so equipped w/external fuel pump)* Life Jacket w/leg straps* Foot throttle's only* DOT approved helmetLake Racer 4* 96 - 115 mph* Life Jacket, Lifeline or SRP* Ignition kill switch* Fuel kill switch* Ballistic shorts (lifeline, SRP or Deist)* Foot throttle's only* Helmet restraint system w/neck donut* Dot approved helmetUnlimited* 116 mph and faster* Life Jacket, Lifeline or SRP* Ignition kill switch* Fuel kill switch* Ballistic shorts (lifeline, SRP or Deist)* Foot throttle's only* Helmet restraint system w/neck donut* Dot approved helmetHow a race is ran:* Boats are set up into the five classes shown above. Anything over 2mph over your class is an automatic disqualification.* All types of watercraft are encouraged to participate. Therefore special classes may be added to the race if needed in an effort not to eliminate anyone (i.e. jet skis, family runabouts).* Boats are paired up randomly for each class in double elimination heats.* Race pairs are lined up at a starting line (course set up with anchored buoys).* Race heats are official after starting flag is raised by starter.* During a race heat, boats must not cross the finish line on the "wrong" side of the center line buoy. Boat "A" must not enter boat "B's" lane, or visa versa or go outside any marked lanes doing so will result in a loss for that heat.* The "Black Flag" will be used to clearly identify any racer that does not comply with the rules and regulations set forth by the UMPBA. You will get one warning, the next infraction and your done racing.* Finish line video equipment can be used to help the finish line judge determine the winner of each race heat.* All decisions made by the starting/finish line judge are final.* The Awards ceremony will be after the race course has been picked up and brought in, we would like as much participation as possible as the winner's deserve the recognition.

Originally Posted by mcderns

Whats the date? Classes? Payouts?

Ron, there are no payouts, no politics, to keep it fun for all. All the classes are MPH based, lake racer 65-75, lake racer I 75-85, lake racer II 85-95, lake racer III 96-105, lake racer IV 105-115, and then unlimited. There are a few boats running in the 140's, all classes are competitive, and fun. Boats are paired at the positioning bouys, and started any time they are evenly paired in between and approaching the start bouys. You may be paired with any type boat in your class, hydro, flat, jet, or O/B.

Are you running Chuck? What class? Im sure its a blast, but idk if its worth it for us...

Ron, we're running lake racer III last event got bumped to lake racer IV. There speeds were dropped by 5mph at the last event, so I should be back in Lake racer III again. I know its a long haul, I'm in it for the fun of it, and could care less if I win. Being competitive is the main goal, We some great video of the past events, and learning from each run. If time permits, they have a few grudge races between classes, while they ready the boats. There are some wicked fast flats, and jets running, amongst the outboards. These outboard guys are pretty serious about there performance, as they are not limited on their engines or weight. Like I said it's fun and competitive, everyone is on adrenelin overload for the weekend. Lots of folks make a three day weekend out of it, testing friday afternoon, and Saturday morning, then head out on Sunday, that works best for the long haul guys. This being a new venue, they hope to draw more local boats from Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois. The last event drew guys from MO, NB, IA, MN, SD, IL, WS, and KS. They would love to have some Island racers join up too.

I'll think about it. It'll be tough to get the old man to go without any payouts. I just wanna come race you Chuck!

"That would be awsome" another jet boat in the mix. Lots of outboard guys gunning for the car motor boats.

Originally Posted by vdrive502

JULY 28th 2012 the payout I don't know as I am just passing this on to help promote it. You can check the web site and contact someone if you have more questions I am sure they can help you out.Classes and RequirementsLake Racer* 65 mph or less* Life Jacket* Ignition kill switch* DOT approved helmetLake Racer 1* 66 - 75 mph* Life Jacket* Ignition kill switch* DOT approved helmetLake Racer 2* 76 - 85 mph* Life Jacket* Ignition kill switch* Fuel kill switch (if so equipped w/external fuel pump)* Life Jacket w/legs straps* Foot throttle's only* DOT approved helmetLake Racer 3* 86 - 95 mph* Life Jacket* Ignition kill switch* Fuel kill switch (if so equipped w/external fuel pump)* Life Jacket w/leg straps* Foot throttle's only* DOT approved helmetLake Racer 4* 96 - 115 mph* Life Jacket, Lifeline or SRP* Ignition kill switch* Fuel kill switch* Ballistic shorts (lifeline, SRP or Deist)* Foot throttle's only* Helmet restraint system w/neck donut* Dot approved helmetUnlimited* 116 mph and faster* Life Jacket, Lifeline or SRP* Ignition kill switch* Fuel kill switch* Ballistic shorts (lifeline, SRP or Deist)* Foot throttle's only* Helmet restraint system w/neck donut* Dot approved helmetHow a race is ran:* Boats are set up into the five classes shown above. Anything over 2mph over your class is an automatic disqualification.* All types of watercraft are encouraged to participate. Therefore special classes may be added to the race if needed in an effort not to eliminate anyone (i.e. jet skis, family runabouts).* Boats are paired up randomly for each class in double elimination heats.* Race pairs are lined up at a starting line (course set up with anchored buoys).* Race heats are official after starting flag is raised by starter.* During a race heat, boats must not cross the finish line on the "wrong" side of the center line buoy. Boat "A" must not enter boat "B's" lane, or visa versa or go outside any marked lanes doing so will result in a loss for that heat.* The "Black Flag" will be used to clearly identify any racer that does not comply with the rules and regulations set forth by the UMPBA. You will get one warning, the next infraction and your done racing.* Finish line video equipment can be used to help the finish line judge determine the winner of each race heat.* All decisions made by the starting/finish line judge are final.* The Awards ceremony will be after the race course has been picked up and brought in, we would like as much participation as possible as the winner's deserve the recognition.

One week till race day Whose ready to go Lots of Detroit Iron I hope

Just a few days left to ready your boats.

UMPBA will be hosting 1/4 drags on Lake Menomon located in Menomonie WI. This is located 1hr East of Minn/St Paul MN just off I-94. and the races will take place at Wauconda Park. This a great venue and will be our first year here and want to make this a great event. The city of Menomonie is excited to have us and gonna help in making this a great event. There is a campground close by but I'm not sure what is available for that weekend. There are many hotels but we have worked out a deal with the Super 8 to give racer discounts and provide extra parking just for boats. We have chosen this location hoping to encourage some new faces to join us or just attend. Menomonie has alot to offer, many bars and resturaunts within walking distance of hotels as well as this is the weekend of the Dunn County Fair. There will be stock car races Fri night and NTPA tractor pulls on Sat night. We are looking forward to everyone joining us and helping us make this an annual event. You can check out our web site at UMPBA.org but we have changed a few rules and classes from last update so you can contact myself, Samari(Chet Olson),Scott in MN(Scott Kalash)for current info

I forgot I have a big car show in Palatine Im in this weekend. Maybe next time...

Originally Posted by mcderns

I forgot I have a big car show in Palatine Im in this weekend. Maybe next time...

Shit! I just did all the polished stuff, in hopes you made it up! Next time for sure

A good showing of boat Saturday, lots of no shows too!


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