1973 | Henry E. Lauterbach

Lauterbach started designing and driving limited Inboard hydroplanes in 1947. Since then Lauterbach hulls have won more National and High Point championships than those of any other limited Inboard hydroplane builder.

In the 266 class he won National High Points twice, as well as once each in the 135 and 225 classes. A member of the Gulf Marine Hall of Fame and an early member of the Gulf 100 MPH Club, he proved his own designs on race courses, not only as a designer/builder but also as a driver.