NBRA in Alexandria, Louisiana (At Tunk's!) May 4th-5th, 2013 ROLL CALL

[thetrailergod]

John, We didnt elimanate any classes in the RBTs, we just planed on combining them with weight breaks, to build the classes, if there are enough to run a stong class by them selves then we will, but this doesnt mean 3 boats, the Brbt has not been run for the last 8 years, and cmod rbt , up till last year hasnt been run for 4 years, both these classes, have acutaully died and should have been out. but to build these classes back up. we voted to combine them

[johnml390]

B Runabout ran a few times in 2010... I raced it. Lol. (3 years)

But I am at full understanding of the rule. I was just stating for future talks that may arise from this.

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Runabout

We are seeing some interesting numbers who want to run a runabout. The C mod runabout is the fastest growing class in APBA. The new design, with a deep cockpit and great turning ability has played a part in reserecting the c runabout as well as the D runabout. We have increased the motors that are legal in the C mod. with different wt. requirements. It's almost like the old days when we had a runabout free for all. The Kincaid(Tunk's) race, we should call it 'Randys race', is unusual in the entries in the B mod runabout class. Normally, we do not have any entries in that class. We have a chance to see if runabouts can make a come back, but my thought is that we will end up running it this one time. We will have larger numbers in the C mod. runabout.

[blueskyracer]

I have my own runabout.. Its called a BassTracker and I fish from it

[Dave M]

Cmr

We are seeing some interesting numbers who want to run a runabout. The C mod runabout is the fastest growing class in APBA. The new design, with a deep cockpit and great turning ability has played a part in reserecting the c runabout as well as the D runabout. We have increased the motors that are legal in the C mod. with different wt. requirements. It's almost like the old days when we had a runabout free for all. The Kincaid(Tunk's) race, we should call it 'Randys race', is unusual in the entries in the B mod runabout class. Normally, we do not have any entries in that class. We have a chance to see if runabouts can make a come back, but my thought is that we will end up running it this one time. We will have larger numbers in the C mod. runabout.

Doc,

How many CMR's show up at local races in APBA lately ? Hopefully that number will do the same in NBRA. I don't beleive the DR class is growing that much, especially in stock APBA. The numbers I see posted on this site indicate it is all but gone. I know it is a big class in NBRA becasue of the Tohotsu engines.

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C Mod Runabout

I do not know how many C mod runabout showed at Tabor City, but last spring there were 10. It looks like we will bring out multiple times National Championship B runabout of Rick's to run in the A and B runabout. We will use a stock yamato 80. This rig has won the NBRA A runabout natl. champ. Braxton will drive. For the first time, that I can remember, we will bring more runabouts than hydros to a race..Can I say 'Runabout Fever'. 'Watch them bounce!' John , Cody will not run his runabout in the A, but Braxton will run A and step up in the B. Looking for more pit help!

[johnml390]

Looking like all classes should race this event. I like it.

[Alan Owen]

It will be interesting to see the 80 m in CR, it will have good top end but I had one on a hydro and it did not have near the punch as the 102 or 202. Lighter weight will make some difference. The 12 out of 14 +~ mod 25 H drivers that voted to combine were tired of running the same outfit twice every race. I will propose to vote it back in next year and never be part of tech class structure changes again.

[Jack Stotts]

Like Alan says it'll be interesting to see how this works out. Hope it gives runabouts a shot in the arm. Glad to see that NBRA is willing to do things to encourage new folks by making things fit. Jack

[Guest]

NBRA first race

Progressing well with the season preparation and in need of a set of Kevlar's, jacket and helmet for my youngest son to run the white L-7 with a Merc 44XS. If anyone has a set to borrow or sell for the first race at Alex let me know. He is 6' and about 245 lbs.

Thanks,
Alan

[johnml390]

UPDATED COUNTS!

After a call from Uncle Randy a moment ago and getting some more names for more classes, the counts are looking AMAZING. This should be a great way to start the season!

[Jack Stotts]

WX is looking good for next weekend. Mid to high seventies Fri, Sat, Sun with no rain in the forecast, so far. Looking forward to a great weekend. Attendance figures look great! Jack

[blueskyracer]

Sounds like fun.. Wish we were there.. Have fun and be safe

[Jack Stotts]

I count 123 entries from John's listing on the first post which he rountinely has been updating. That's a great turnout! Hope everyone makes it. Jack

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B Hydro

Add one more, we are bring a B hydro, Braxton will run a OMC on his C mod hydro. That's just TWENTY Heats for braxton