FROM EAST: I-72 to Rt. 48 exit. South on Rt. 48. Continue south, this turns into Rt. 121 (22nd St.). Take 22nd St. into park.
FROM WEST: I-72 TO Rt. 36. Take Rt. 36 east to Rt. 105 (22nd St.) turn right. Follow 22nd St. into park.
Holiday Inn (Race Headquarters) 217-422-8800
For additional hotels, contact Decatur Convention Bureau 1-800-331-4479.
4 laps of a 1.25 mile course - 5 miles. APPROVED FOR RECORDS.
TYPE OF START: Clock
SAFETY/RESCUE TEAM: Box 21 RACE COURSE ELEVATION: 635 ft.
I N B O A R D
01140 1 Litre Mod 01020 Grand National Hydroplane
01160 1.5 Litre Stock 01600 Pro Stock
01040 2.5 Litre Mod 01230 Super Stock
01130 2.5 Litre Stock 01220 Jersey Speed Skiff
01110 5 Litre 01330 K Racing Runabout
01030 National Mod 01520 Grand Prix
SPECIAL EVENT: 00800 Vintage
Tow money will be the major emphasis this year. Each boat that registers will receive $100.00 in tow money for the weekend. Each boat that makes a legal start for the weekend will receive an additional $200.00 for weekend; total = $300 per boat. Remaining purse after special contracts to be paid out for best over-all finish for weekend using APBA point system. 1 - 45%, 2 - 30%, 3 - 20%. VINTAGE: Tow money per agreement.
Presentation of awards on Mon., 5/31 - during day.
Fri., 5/28 - Holiday Inn - INSPECTION 12:00 - 7:30 p.m. - REGISTRATION 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sat., 5/29 - Race Site - 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Sun., 5/30 - Only as needed by special arrangement.
YOU MUST BE INSPECTED BEFORE YOU CAN REGISTER. All INSPECTION WILL BE DONE AT THE HOLIDAY INN ON FRIDAY. YOU MUST MAKE PRE-ARRANGEMENTS TO BE INSPECTED AT THE RACE COURSE AT ANY TIME. IF YOU ARE NOT IN LINE AT 8:30 A.M. FOR REGISTRATION SATURDAY MORNING, TOTAL FEE WILL APPLY REGARDLESS, NO EXCEPTIONS. CALL IF YOU WILL BE A LATE ARRIVAL, #217-855-8536.
Sat., 5/29 - Race Site - 10:00 a.m.
INBOARD: $125.00 (Includes all fees) VINTAGE: $75.00
EARLY REGISTRATION WILL RECEIVE DISCOUNT AND ONLY BE CHARGED $110.00 FOR WEEKEND.
Early registration must be received by May 26, 2004. Make checks payable to CHAIN-OF-LAKES BOAT CLUB. (No check will be cashed prior to event and no-shows will be returned.) If pre-registration is received later than May 26, but is postmarked by May 24, then late fee money will be refunded after the race. Please visit http//www.goboatracing.net to fill out Entry Blanks online. You may pre-register by e-mailing the form to elizabeth@goboatracing.net before the May 26th deadline. Otherwise, mail pre-entries to 3708 Cooper Place, Crete, IL 60417.
ELIZABETH WOLFE, 3708 COOPER PLACE., CRETE, IL 60417
Race Director (8954) MARTY WOLFE, 3108 LOUIS SHERMAN, STEGER, IL
Referee (53770) WILLIAM T NOONAN, 5009 E MANSLICK RD , LOUISVILLE, KY
Assistant Referee (50029) BRUCE BROUSSARD, PO BOX 2074, MORGAN CITY, LA
Inspector (1619) RANDY WOLFE, 3708 COOPER PL, CRETE, IL
Inspector (54054) JIM APPLEY, 2700 PELHAM RD N, ST PETERSBURG, FL
Scorer (1084) ELIZABETH WOLFE, 2324 W BLOOMINGDALE UNIT C, CHICAGO, IL
Risk Manager (808) SCOTT BLACKWELL, 4742 W NANCE LANE, GREENWOOD, IN
EVENT SANCTIONED THROUGH APBA-CBF.
- Physicals and capsule tests are only good for 2 years. Please ensure that you have proof of current physical and capsule test.
- CAPSULE TESTING WILL BE AVAILABLE ON FRIDAY, MAY 28, AT AN OPEN-AIR POOL AT THE RACE SITE ON TOP OF THE HILL FROM THE PIT AREA. TESTING WILL BE HELD FROM 12 - 4 P.M. CONTACT KAREN BEAVERS (BOX 21) FOR MORE INFORMATION 937-492-2459.
- THIS IS A MACH EVENT. - BOATS ARE ENCOURAGED TO REGISTER IN 2 CLASSES AS RULE BOOK PERMITS.
- THIS WILL BE A DOUBLE POINTS RACE.
- PLEASE REPRESENT OUR SPORT AS PROFESSIONALS. ANYONE EXHIBITING UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE THE EVENT.
- Qualifying heats will be based on time and not position towards making the final heat.
- Vintage will have static displays as well as morning and evening on water time. Plenty for everyone; plenty of time on water.
- Contact Morgan Distributing for fuel (217) 877-3579. Make your own arrangements for pick-up or delivery.
- APBA Inboard Dress Code and Pit Pass Procedures will be strictly enforced.
- Race site phone #(217) 855-8536. Please contact the Race Comittee before the race with any special needs and requests.
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.