Hydroplanes

Many people are familiar with the term “hydroplane” from seeing the famous Miss Budweiser Unlimited Hydroplane on TV or in commercials. While the basic design is the same we race a scaled down outboard powered version. They are virtually an aerodynamic wing which floats just off the water surface. This requires precise balance and quick reflexes from the driver.

Runabouts

The Runabout category has the same engine classes as the Hydroplanes but the boat design differs because it has a completely flat bottom. Driving these boats takes a different set of skills from driving a hydroplane boat. Their speeds are slightly less than the hydroplane but that does not make for any decrease in their excitement.

Motors

Because the motors are basically just like their fishing boat cousins, they are not overly loud but have just the right sound to get everyone on shore revved up. The greater speed that these drivers obtain is due to their lightweight boats and special racing propellers. The trick of racing these boats is not just how fast they go, but how the driver has to maneuver them through the corners with other boats all around and mastering the flying clock start.

Intro to Hydroplanes