It was a cool and semi overcast morning. The boat ramp was busy, that is for the ones that went to the right ramp, but we still managed to get away reasonalby early.
We decided to go up the inside of Bribie to Caloundra while the tide was up.
Keiran had a nice helmet cam running and video from that will be up soon.
We stopped a few times and re-grouped, had a breather then set off again towards Caloundra.
Note: The seaway at Caloundra has a 6knot speed limit. I did not see the sign 200m away and was politley told by a 40foot Police boat to slow down...
Once past the bar we banged and crashed thru some choppy water until getting some good speed along the beach front of Bribie Island. The pack started to thin out into a long stream with some offshore and some in the shallows.
Once again we pulled up on the beach and had a break and a chat. Shared some boat setup tips and generaly talked shit.
Changed fuel tanks over and off we went. Had a little race against Keiran offshore until both co-pilots were rag-dolling then all of a sudden Barbados comes head on towards the pack. Not sure what he was doing going anti-clockwise around the island.
Last segment of the trip was rounding the south end in rather smooth water and then back to the Spinaker Sound boat ramp.
Some of the boys went for some food/drink while others got the GPS out and tested some props and setups.
I had a great time meeting some new faces and I think the trip around Bribie was a good starting point for social trips. Especialy when soon we will attack North Stradbroke and Moreton Island.
Thundercats and Jet Skis battling it out.17th and 18th March were the National Flatwater Titles and 24th March was the World Surf Moto with the crowds to complement the quality of the competition.
Saturday and Sunday BCTB assisted with safety boats and demo races on both days.Thanks to the boats and crews that raced and officiated over those two days.Thanks Warwick and Adrian from the Jam boat, Scott and Tony from the Floating on Air boat. Marty and Trevor from Highstyle Roofing in the Neptune Marine Boat, put the foot down and showed they will be a force to be reckoned with, Paddy and Warren in Pumped Up and Good to Go (sorry to hear the bad news with the Desperate and Dateless Ball), Trent and Adam enjoying the competition and friendly atmosphere in the new branch, Joe and Luke providing the reason why people are starting to comeback to the sport – No. 1 in support and attitude.
Finally, Grant and Greg from Goodline Racing returning to the sport after a lengthy absence.
Special thanks must go to Marty and Nathan who gave up a days work and went down on the Friday to help set up the course and Nathan who RD’d over the two days.Thanks also to the four boats for their apologies.
Saturday 24th March
Beautiful weather, 50 jetskis, 9 thundercats.
Two races and some interesting results.Neptune Marine sponsored boat, Ducks Nuts, received the chequered flag and carried on their 2006 National Championship form, thanks Anthony and Darren.Nathan and Allen (Raw Energy) showing the form that gave him 2nd in the State Titles in 2006, Joe and Luke, Mike and Ben (Bayside Signs), Nick and Colin (Tony’s Tree Care), Marty and Tony (Neptune Marine), Grant and Greg Goodline Racing, Chris and Adam.
Thanks to the five boats that extended their apologies.
Special thanks must go to Nathan who started the day at 6.30am on Saturday morning to set the course and was the last guy off the beach at the end of the day and also for running the RD and Safety boat all day.Thanks also to Dallas and Amy for their assistance over the two weekends.
Don’t forget the social run around Bribie Island on Sunday, 15th April– 8.00am start at Spinnaker Sound ramp – refer map.Thomas could you please insert a map(coming).
The Thundercat Racing Club of Australia held a meeting over the last few weeks and the meeting minutes can be found by clicking the read more button.
Simply, Brisbane now has 2 engine measurers and the costs structure for having your engine sealed is now complete.
Looks like I read the minutes wrong, as you can see, Brisbane has 1 measurer for now. Jon at Neptune Marine, Springwood.
This is great news for the sport and demonstrates how the Brisbane Coast club has tremendous support not only from it's members but from the Australian Thundercat committee. Within our first few months we have secured sponsorship deals, race dates, engine sealing, support from local marine business and attracted a great bunch of people who are willing to help out and socialise.
Keep up the good work guys, we are heading in the right direction!
First surf cross of the year was held at Maroochydore, 5 minutes from Novotel Twin Waters Resort.
Weather was overcast, intermittent rain, 25-30 knot on-shore winds, gnarly 5 - 6 ft surf.
Thanks to the boats, friends and club members who turned up to an action filled day:
Highstyle Roofing – 1st surf cross ever – well done!
Tony’s Tree Lopping
Hydraulink
Inflatable Boat Services
Aquarius
Raw Energy
Neptune Marine for supplying the Start and Safety Boat (a tough way to spend a day).
The day’s racing tested the skill of all pilots and co-pilots concerned.The best flip of the day goes to Raw Energy, nice one Allan!.Racing was very competitive with Hydraulink coming out on top.Might be a surprise package this year with Inflatable Boats a close second and Tony’s Tree Lopping third.
Thanks also to the officials on the day, Nathan Berry – Race Director, John Miller and Tony Dummer – Scrutineering, Scott Kerrisk and Paddy Knight for manning the start and safety boat all day.
Thanks also must go to Dan Fox and the Jet Ski boys and girls for their hospitality and entertaining racing that included spectacular spills and thrills.
Consider this the latest and most up-to-date information regarding the Maroochydore Surf Cross.
We will be meeting at the race location at 8am.Please follow all water ways laws, 6knots within 200m of beach and no ramming of boats onto sand until bunting is in place.
Schedule
8am @ race location / surf beach
8am – 8:30am Scrutineering
9am First round of events (5 Classes of Jet Ski’s then 1 round of Thundercats)
BBQ after event back at the Sand Ramp. $2 will get you a Gourmet snag on bread!BYO drinks, racings over so Alcohol is ok, just don’t drink and drive!
We are expecting to have 4-5 Races in the day.
Conditions of entry
Competitors must be paid members of either Brisbane Coast or Gold Coast Thundercat clubs.
Day membership is available for Brisbane Coast @ $30 which will go towards the yearly membership
Race entry is $40 and payable before the day or at the Sandy Beach ramp.
Location Information
Map and locations are available on the website here
Take Nambour\Bli Bli Exit Follow all the way to the Sunshine Motorway and continue along onto David Low Way Turn RIGHT into Ocean Drive Turn RIGHT to Sand Boat Ramp located at the end of Nujoor Road Back onto Ocean Road and then RIGHT into North Shore Road to get to the site
Rules
Motors do NOT have to be sealed however all TRCA safety rules need to be adhered too.
B Graders will start at end of field – These races will count towards A grade license.
Please read the TRCA Rules before racing in this event.
Thanks for the photos and Video. They have been uploaded and can be found in the gallery
I made a video clip out of the photos and video's - below are the download links, note; the Broadband one is still uploading - probably be finished tonight.
We started our new club with a flat water event in Harvey Bay, thank-you to those who attended.
The weekend consisted of four races on Saturday and four on Sunday.
A great event with the venue being shared with the Jet Ski guys and girls.
A casual dinner all together on Saturday night with a turn out of about seventy people, a great night, a beverage or two was shared in a very relaxed and friendly environment.
The venue was great and hosted a tight 400m long circuit which made for very close racing and a good spectical for the crowd.
Channel Win Nine was filming which always encourages a show off.
We captured some great photos and will post them on this site shortly.
Thank-you to Tracy, Denise, Lynn, Marty, Gaz, John K, Scotty K, Tony, Lindsay, Joe(Barbados), Luke (coke can) for the weekend.
Scotty Kerrisk from Neptune Marine took overall first place in his weekend dominating Ceasar.
This event is a great start to a promising new and friendly club.
Thank-you Dumber for your ala cart breakfasts, mushrooms and goulash, different but needs to be experienced to be appreciated.
Once again, a great event & venue with smooth organising, lots of laughs and stories shared. Let's aim for more attendance for the next event!
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