Tunnel Hull boats 2 SMBC Regatta July 29

Second video of the Tunnel hull boats, really powerful race boats running a demonstration.  These boats can drive over 100 mph.  They are all vintage boats owned by the Southern Maryland Boat Club members at the Leonardtown Wharf.  This was the third club Regatta, where the owners and drivers could show off their boats to the public in a much safer situation than a race.  There were no winners, just happy club members.

Southern Maryland Boat Club Regatta July 30th 2017

The weather on Sunday was beautiful and sunny for the 2017 Southern Maryland Boat Club Summer Regatta. The day began with a mandatory driver and crew meeting, followed by Karen singing National Anthems.  Each boat was in a morning and afternoon demo run, with 2 parade laps and 5 laps to show off their skills.  There were no winners, since the purpose of the regatta was to have fun and show off your antique boat in a safe manner.   Food was provided and visitors could visit "the Pits" during lunch and after the race to meet the participants.  The club members had a blast!

Jim and the Rocket getting trailered into the water

 Driver Crew Meeting

 Karen singing the National Anthem and the Canadian Anthem.

Our boat was parked next to this one, which ran with the Switzer boats.  I liked the words on the side of the boat. " Get In, Sit Down, Shut Up & Hang On"

 Recreational vintage boats on display

 Jim

 Patrol boat to the rescue.  These guys were fairly busy.  Vintage boats engines are sometimes unreliable.

 Parade Lap

 Buoys

 Signal Flag shadow

 Tunnel Hulls

 The Crowd

 I didn't know this guy's name, but he sure worked hard putting the boats in!

 Photos by Jim Macaulay from here to the end.

 T  Class Switzer Wings