I-75 to West Rd. (Exit 32), go East approx. 3 miles to Jefferson Ave., turn right, and go 3 blocks to Elizabeth Park entrance. Follow road around to back entrance into ramp area.
Best Western 734-676-8000 - Manager is Kathy. Ask for "Boat Race" block. Rooms held until July 1. * * * Holiday Inn Express is next door, 734-362-0933, both at Exit 32.
NOT approved for records.
OPC SST-45: 3/4 mile, 15 or 20 laps, 2 heats per day. * * * OPC SST-120: 1 mile, 15 or 20 laps, 2 heats per day. * * * J Classes, Superlight Tunnel: 3/4 mile, 3-5-8 laps or TBA. Stock Outboard Marathon: 10/20 min. heat each day.
"J" classes to run closed course are JR, JH, and AXSH. SO Marathon both days for all runabouts and AXSR - APBA points for each day.
TYPE OF START - OPC & SLT: Lemans * * * STOCKS & J's: Flag or clock
SST-120 - $7,500, SST-45 - $4,000 - based on 15 entries per class. * * * Stock Outboard Runabouts and AXSR: 1st - $100, 2nd - $60, 3rd - $40 - based on 5 entries. * * * Js and AXSH - as announced at Drivers' Meeting. SLTs: 100% of entry fees. * * * Presentation of awards will take place at Judges Stand following last heat or mailed.
Inspector (53674) LOU HOWARD, 3600 LAKESHORE DR, NEWPORT, MI
Scorer (73236) LAURIE ALLEN, 23161 LORRAINE BLVD #106, BROWNSTOWN, MI
Risk Manager (72067) KAREN DUFFIELD, 924 CLYDE ST, LANSING, MI
UIM Commissioner: Dee Berghauer, 1505 Woodside Ln., Elm Grove, WI 53122-1982. * * *
REGATTA NAME: 58TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CITY "ROAR ON THE RIVER"
SST-45 will run for PTT points, rules (where they do not conflict with APBA/OPC rules) and payout schedule. Both SST-45 and SST-120 run (2) 15 or 20 lap heats each day. Best 3 out of 4 count for the 45's. SST-120 get APBA points for each day of racing. Sunday's winner is the Michigan State Champion. Time Trials determine lineup for 1st heat Saturday. Complete race format available on request from Fred Miller or John Broge (same as last year).
Local sponsorship monies will be available to SST-120 and SST-45 drivers whose entries have been received by 7/10, if criteria is met.
FRIDAY, 7/18 - TESTING FOR SST-120, SST-45, & SLT from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Must register from Noon until 1:30 p.m.
Motorhomes, large trailers will be placed by Pit Manager. No non-tow vehicles allowed in ramp area. * * * All drivers, families, & crew invited to Friday night VIP party. Tickets $15 available at registration from Noon until 3:00 p.m. Only 200 available - first come, first served. * * * SATURDAY NIGHT: Bands and Fireworks! Broge Saturday night feed in pits!!
Golf carts available for rent if reserved by 7/10. To reserve, call Fred at 847-356-2924. During race week, the number to call is 734-675-0266, Ext. 235. Emergency number to call is 734-281-1068 (Laurie Allen).
Rigs can be moved into Park starting Thursday morning.
This Regatta is sanctioned through APBA
An exhibition may be performed at this event pursuant to all APBA General Safety Rules provided that proper waivers and membership forms have been completed. All prizes are the responsibility of the conducting Club. APBA does not guarantee nor is it responsible for payment of prizes. You are advised that this event may be canceled prior to the race due to circumstances beyond the control of this association. If you plan to travel a long distance, it is recommended that you contact the race sponsor prior to your departure to ensure this event will take place.