The PWC Race Show podcast and site have been created to help grow the sport of jet ski or pwc racing in the United States by educating new racers and fans.
31
Mar
2009
Last week I heard a rumor that another PWC race promoter was going to leave the APBA and race under the sanctioning of the IJSBA (International Jet Sport Boating Association). This rumor was confirmed today by a post on the IJSBA web site. Read the rest of this entry »
29
Mar
2009
One of the most exciting additions to PWC racing this year is the Sport Spec class. The racers in this new class are excited because the class focuses on the ability of the rider and not the size of the racer’s budget. Although this class will not be eligible for a National High Points Title, it should have some of the best bragging rights. The Sport Modified class has long been one of the most exciting classes to compete in, but the cost of preparing a winning ski has continued to increase over the years. Read the rest of this entry »
08
Mar
2009
For many, February 28th signified the unofficial beginning of the 2009 race season with the running of the fifth annual Mark Hahn 300 memorial race in Lake Havasu Arizona. The race has been held each year in memory of endurance racer Mark Hahn who was tragically killed in a 2004 race accident. The 300 mile race is the longest continuous PWC race and demands a total team effort with many hours of preparation and training. This race is definitely not for the faint of heart. This year the race returned to Crazy Horse Campground’s main beach. Race day found the 6 race classes competing in chilly 35 mile per hour winds and a brutal 4 foot chop on the lake. The 300 mile 30 lap race took its toll on both man and machine with at least a dozen teams unable to complete the race and 3 skis were reported to have sank on the course. Read the rest of this entry »
Are you ready for race season?
Race season is just around the corner so it's time to start training. We'll have some great tips in upcoming shows.
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