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Written by John Kerrisk   
Tuesday, 06 January 2009

2010

RACE CALENDAR

  
MONTHDATEEVENTVENUE

February

7th
Surf Cross
Phillip Park, Gold Coast
March
7th

Surf Cross

Phillip Park, Gold Coast

April
4th

Surf Cross

Phillip Park, Gold Coast

April

18th

Surf Cross
Phillip Park, Gold Coast 
May
8th - 9th

Surf Cross

Salt Festival, Kingscliff (Pending Council Approval)

June
6th

Surf Cross

Phillip Park, Gold Coast

July
 4th Surf Cross Phillip Park, Gold Coast
August 16th Surf Cross
 Phillip Park, Gold Coast
September
4th - 5th
Nationals (Round 1 & 2)
Coffs Harbour
September
 19th Long Haul
 Redcliffe
October
16th - 17th 
Nationals (Round 3 & 4) 
North Haven
November
20th - 21st 
Nationals (Round 5 & 6)
Coffs Harbour
Note:  All dates are pending local and maritime approvals and  whether they will be Surf Cross or Long Haul.  Where dates conflict with the Nationals, if numbers demand, we will still run the event.

Last Updated ( Thursday, 27 May 2010 )
 
Nationals Next Weekend!
The News - National Thundercat Racing News
Written by Thomas Julien   
Thursday, 24 September 2009

2009 National Title Event Calendar

DATE DAY EVENT VENUE Registration 1st Race

03/10/2009 Saturday National Titles Round 3 of 5 Coffs Harbour NSW 7.30am 9.30am
04/10/2009 Sunday National Titles Round 4 of 5 2 x Surf X & 1 x Longhaul 7.30am 9.30am
05/10/2009 Monday National Titles Round 5 of 5 RD decreation 12 hour notice 7.30am 9.30am

Location

Racing will be along the ocean parade at Coffs Harbour - Roughly 1km north of the Coffs Harbour marina.


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2009 Structure and Calendar Notes: · Five rounds starting August 29th. · This series is for A Grade racers ONLY. · The worst round will be dropped to determine final national placing. · Le Mans style starts and beach finishes apply to all race days at RD desecration. · Event notes will be posted 4 weeks prior on national home page and e-mailed via your club captain.

 

Hogs Breath is a sponsor of this event. 
 

 

Last Updated ( Thursday, 24 September 2009 )
 
Results From Redcliffe
The News - Racing Results
Written by John Kerrisk   
Thursday, 17 September 2009

 

Thanks to all that come up to the Redcliffe event on Sunday... It was a picture perfect day which saw some impressive speeds being acheived during the long haul. Hopefully next year we can increase our numbers a little and really put on a show!
Results:
1st - Ben's Quality Boat Covers
2nd - H2GO Racing
3rd - Ducks Nuts
4th - Hammertime
5th - Fat Cat
DNF - RockStar
Big thanks go out to the Offshore Powerboats for their greatly appreciated support.
Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 September 2009 )
 
Qld Champs 2009
The News - Latest News
Written by qld champs 2009   
Wednesday, 16 September 2009

QLD CHAMPS 2009 PLACINGS

CONGRATULATIONS GOES TO:-

1ST  FAT CAT    

2ND  DUCKS NUTS

3RD  HAMMER TIME

4TH  H2GO RACING

5TH  HEAD CASE

6TH  TONY TOTAL TREE CARE

7TH  GABBA SPORTS

8TH  BEN QUALITY BOAT COVERS

9TH  RAMPAGE

10TH ROCKSTAR

Congratulations:- Best and fariest went to Hammer Time, was nominated by racers.

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Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 September 2009 )
 
Offshore Power Boats Redcliffe
The News - Latest News
Written by Chris780   
Friday, 11 September 2009

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Last round of the QLD Champs will be held at Redcliffe along side the offshore power boats racing for there last round point for the season too. The Long Haul racing will be kicking off at 10:30am Sunday morning the 13th September. The massive offshore boats will commence at 12pm.

The weather is looking fantastic and should be 15 to 20,000 people watching from the shore line starting at Suttons beach through to the large Redcliffe Jetty. Pull up a chair and watch the boats fight it out at full noise.

QLD Titles presintation will be held afterwards at the boat club at the marina. Good luck to all competitors.

Last Updated ( Friday, 11 September 2009 )
 
National Titles
The News - National Thundercat Racing News
Written by Chris780   
Monday, 24 August 2009

National Titles round 1 and 2

This weekend 29th and30th at Port Macquarie {laurieton} will be the venue for round 1 and 2 of the national titles. This is the pinical of the Thundercat racing and every team is eager to take out the title. There will be a total of 5 rounds with the other 3 rounds being held at Coffs Harbour on the 3rd,4th and 5th of October.

Teams will be testing and tuning there engines and boats to make sure everything is working to the max and tighten every bolt for a problem free weekend. Good luck to all the QLD teams.....

Check out http://www.thundercatracing.com.au/home.htm for more info.

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Last Updated ( Monday, 24 August 2009 )
 
NSW State Titles
The News - Latest News
Written by Chris780   
Tuesday, 11 August 2009

NSW State Titles

The nsw state titles was held on the weekend at Cronulla. It was a 2 day competition with Surf X on the Saturday and Long Haul on the Sunday. The Waves were very testing in the surf X as many boats flipped over due to a 15knot SE breeze. The Sunday conditions were perfect as there was a 5knot west wind and great conditions for a 80km long haul.

The Overall Results were:-

1st Adrenalin Racing {nsw}

2nd Fat Cat {qld}

3rd Hammer Time {qld}

Congratulations to the QLD boys for doing so well in NSW Titles. This was great practice for the National Titles round 1 and 2 held in three weeks at Port Haven/ Laurieton NSW. The Qld boys will be ready..................................

 

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 11 August 2009 )
 
Road Trip
The News - Latest News
Written by Chris780   
Thursday, 06 August 2009

Good luck to the three teams going to Sydney this weekend to compete against the Sydney club.

The Three teams are: Head Case, Hammer Time and Fat Cat.

The weather conditions look very testing this weekend as 20knot winds are forecast with a 2.5m swell. There will be a surf X on the Saturday and Long Haul on the Sunday at Cronulla Beach.

Results will be posted after the weekend.

 

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Last Updated ( Thursday, 06 August 2009 )
 
Results rnd 4 Qld Titles
The News - Latest News
Written by Chris780   
Tuesday, 04 August 2009

Placings for round 4 of the QLD Champs:-

1st FAT CAT

2nd DUCKS NUTS

3RD HAMMER TIME

3RD {equil] RAMPAGE

5th H2GO RACING

6TH HEAD CASE

B GRADE

1ST ORANGE CEASAR {ROCK STAR}

2ND RED ROCKET

3RD CATAPULT

4TH ORANGE THUNDERCAT

What a great sunny hot day on the beach. Racing was fast with the conditions almost being perfect. The waves began to double up alot when the tide ran out which tested driver ability to the max. There was a few flips and some damage done due to throttle happy drivers. The last round of the QLD Champs is at Redcliffe, this is a long haul with the offshore power boats. Presintations will be done on the day. Good luck to all crews. The last round can all the difference in points. To check the points out click on the Racing results button.

Big thanks goes to Sonic for being RD and BBQ, to the score girls Hanna and Kirra, Tony Fanning for toweing the gear trailer up and down the beach,  helper on the beach Tyson and Ryan. Thanks......

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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 04 August 2009 )
 
Round 4 QLD Titles
The News - Latest News
Written by Chris780   
Wednesday, 29 July 2009

Round 4 Qld Titles:-

 

This Sunday the 2nd Aug.

Racing starts at 9:30 at Philip Park opposite Seaworld on the surf side.

Event:- Surf X

Some of the B graders last day at being B grade and are move up to the A grade class. Good to see new racers are being hooked into a fantastic adrenalin sport.

Low Tide at mid day and little swell around so this event will be happening.

Bring the sun cream because it looks to be a hot one on the beach this weekend.

See you on the beach. If you want more info on or racing email Chris ...

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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 29 July 2009 )
 
QLD Trophies up for grabs
The News - Latest News
Written by Chris780   
Tuesday, 07 July 2009

The winners of this years QLD Titles will be awarded these

trophies.   Who wants it the most...............Good Luck.............

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Only 2 more rounds to go.

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 07 July 2009 )
 
Minutes of Meeting
The News - Latest News
Written by John Kerrisk   
Tuesday, 30 June 2009
Minutes of Meeting
 

Subject:

Brisbane Coast Thundercats Branch

Venue:

Victoria Point Tavern, Victoria Point

Date:

23 June 2009

Time:

6.30pm

Participants:

Chris T, John K (Neptune Marine), RJ, Aaron, Tony F, Tim Underwood, Adam H, Shaun M, Bill Corrigall, Joe, Scott K (NeptuneMarine), Julie, Alan H.

Apologies:

Joey L, Tim Grinter

 
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·           Welcome. 

 
1.Open Day Discussed. 
2.Points of Contact on Gold Coast 
 ·           Eg. Bulletin, other papers, radio stations.

John K

3.Club Sponsors  
 

·           Hogs Breath – Cleveland

John K

4.Grants 
 ·           Approach Redland Shire Council

John K

5.Club Rashy 
 ·           Pricing – to be a fundraiser.
·           Bill to price rashy.
·           Sponsorship to be same as club shirts.

Bill /John K

6.Trans Tasman 
 

·           Chris thanked all involved and made mention of Tim, Aaron, Rob T, Matt, John (Neptune Marine).

Note

7.Racing 
 ·           Next round 12th July due to Gold Coast Marathon.
·           Last round 2nd August.

Chris T

8.Nationals 
 

·        Qld to organise:

-     Saturday, 3rd October – Coffs Harbour – Surf Cross – Host Qld

-     Sunday, 4th October – Coffs Harbour – Surf Cross – Host Qld

-     Monday, 5th October – Coffs Harbour – Long Haul – Host Qld

·         Sydney to organise:

-     Saturday, 29th August – North Haven – Surf Cross – Host NSW

-     Sunday, 30th August – North Haven  – Long Haul – Host NSW

·         12 hour notice for change of event, eg. surf cross or long haul

·         Mobile phones for each boat.

·         Radios when available.

Chris T

9.Qld National Trophies 
 

·           Chris to source.

Chris T

10.Club Books 
 ·           Copy will be emailed to each club member.

Chris T

11.Gear Trailer 
 ·           Sorted.
·           Light  to be fixed.

Tim

12.Chain for Anchors 
 ·           Chris to source.

Chris T

13.Racing Buoys 
 ·           450 turn will have additional buoy to mark appropriate lane.

Note

14.Club Stickers 
 ·           250 / 400 / 600
·           John K to source

John K

15.Flares 
 ·           For sale - $55 / set by Club

Chris T

16.Redcliffe Offshore Racing – Paul Gibbs 
 ·           Sunday, 13th September – long haul
·           John K to contact Paul Gibbs.

John K

17.Race Entry Form 
 ·           Amend bottom of form to include address to send entry and receipt.

John K

18.Rorti Rules 
 ·           Chris T read out rough draft of Rorti Rules.

Note

19.Fundraising 
 ·           Patton’s Meats.

John K

20.Super GP  
 ·           To be held on 25th October.  Application has been submitted.

John K

  

Meeting concluded at 7.30pm

 

Next Meeting:  TBC.

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 30 June 2009 )
 
Next QLD Champ
The News - Latest News
Written by Chris780   
Friday, 26 June 2009

NEXT RACE QLD CHAMPS

WHEN:- 12TH JULY 2009

TIME:- FIRST RACE STARTS AT 9:-30AM

WHERE:- PHILIP PARK AT THE SPIT, FOLLOW THE SIGNS...

EVENT:- ROUND 4 QLD SURF X EVENT

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN SHIFTED FORM THE 5TH OF JULY BECAUSE OF A MARATHON EVENT AT SOUTHPORT.

 

Last Updated ( Friday, 26 June 2009 )
 
Thundercats on Youtube
The News - Latest News
Written by Chris780   
Friday, 19 June 2009

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9_CdhmCsr4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwWW6A1dwvo

 

Last Updated ( Wednesday, 24 June 2009 )
 
Trans Tasman Challenge
The News - Latest News
Written by Chris780   
Wednesday, 17 June 2009

Trans Tasman Challenge News 2009

 

WOW.... What a great event on the 6th 7th 8th of June. The Trans Tasman Challenge was a complete success with 24 competitive boats competing for their nation. The weather turned for the better the day before the event started,with 5 knots of off shore wind and blue skys. We had some really low tides to work to our favour as there was bad beach errosion. Running starts and beach finishes were eliminated because of the beach condition. On the Saturday the waves were rolling through a 3ft face wave which was dumping on top of the shallow bank which made boats hesitate when heading out through the break. The 'M' can was in place and made it possible to win or lose a race with these extra turns. The commintator was having a field day as the racing was really close and boats were overtaking each other on just about on every corner. Black Pepper boat from NZ won the flipper award on the Saturday for flipping 3 times in one day. 

The Sunday surf X was even faster racing with the swell dropping with the tide but tricky conditions around 'A' and 'D' can where the rips were, it was really choppy and hard to judge. Boats still managed to roll over with the flipper award going to Head Case from the Aussie team flipping around 'E' can by himself, then hoping on top of his boat claiming his flip. There was lots of cheers from both teams on the beach when there side were victorious in each race. Great atmosphere on the beach. The presintations were held back at the Southport SLSC and also Fishermans Wharf Tavern throughout the weekend.

The Monday was the long haul with 24 boat lined up ready to race at once. This was a thrilling event with no prop guards on and the conditions were almost perfect. The flag droped and 24 boats headed for the first turn can. This was alot of fun. We had a helicopter flying around the boats taking video footage and photos of the boats in full flight. The Aussies came in first and second place in the long haul.

This was the biggest event that Thundercats has seen for some time in Australia and will now be a annuall event. Both teams are really happy with the rules and regulations and the sport will continue to grow. This has been some of the best racing i have ever seen and been involved and is great to see the Aussie team do so well.  

To view and purchase some photos of the weekend click here. More photos will be added shortly in the gallery.

A big THANKYOU goes to:-

Aussie team Captain:- Chris Thirkettle

NZ Trans Tasman organiser:- Steve Frogley

NZ team captain:- Tony Vercauteren

RD :- Gary Morrisson, Rob Thomas, Wal Dobrow, John Kerrisk

Score Girls from NZ team

Scruitneer Boats: - NZ Dave, Aus Mick

Shirts jackets and polos for Aus team: Renee Tesoriero

4WD ute for all the gear and boats up and down the beach:- Ryan Jermolenko

Safety boats:- Brissy team- joey, chris, tony,dazza,thomas and fat boy

Welder:- Marty Brettell

Beach officials:- Matt fallon, Aaron robinson, Tim Grinter, Tim Underwood, douglas, Fanning brothers

Sponsors:- Fishermans Wharf Tavern     Southport SLSC    Miami Shade and Sails

Thanks everyone for making this event happen...........................

Last Updated ( Wednesday, 17 June 2009 )
 
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