A different Breed of boaters...

[ravencrew]

Okay get a load of these guys. They run a closed race course with saftey boats, sheriff patrol boats, and emt boats with divers. These guys will hit some serious speeds while running in sometimes just inches of water(6 inches to be exact) The speeds are well over 100 MPH. Their called whitewater jet boat racers;Take a look:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Gxl1YZQk5Q

 

[dave11]

Re: A different Breed of boaters...

Definately a different breed.

 

[mark mcj]

Re: A different Breed of boaters...

If you have time, search for "Jet Boat Racing the Salmon River 2009" on youtube.
Very interesting.

 

[Snobike Mike]

Re: A different Breed of boaters...

Looks like fun!

 

[timmyjoebob]

Re: A different Breed of boaters...

I hope they had someone scout the river ahead of them. Not much reaction time for Billy-Bob floating in a tube.

 

[arks]

Re: A different Breed of boaters...

If you like that stuff, Google 'Sprint boats' - and enjoy!

 

[ravencrew]

Re: A different Breed of boaters...

I hope they had someone scout the river ahead of them. Not much reaction time for Billy-Bob floating in a tube.

The course is swept prior to racing and the river is closed to all boating and water traffic until the race is completed.

 

[HappierWet]

Re: A different Breed of boaters...

Looks like a Bad-@$$ ride. I'd try it .( in their ride ) Wonder how far they went in four minutes?

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: A different Breed of boaters...

total was of $. no rod holders, no ski hook. can't hear honeydoo, say what a nice private cove to anchor in.