Design User guide

NATIONAL MODEL BOATING ORGANIZATIONS
There are three national model boating organizations in the
United States and Canada:
APBA or American Power Boat Association (RC Boat Category)
www.apba-rcboating.com
IMPBA or International Model Power Boat Association
www.impba.net
NAMBA or North American Model Boat Association
www.namba.com
Each of these organizations has its own rules governing
model boat racing, sanctioned events and recognized
records. Organized model boat racing is offered at both
regional and national levels. Location of clubs, race dates and
locations, membership applications, and other information
can be obtained through their respective websites.
All three offer both stock and modified engine classes for hulls
like the V24. Participation by those new to the hobby of model
boating is possible through club events.
Here are some more good sources of information regarding
all aspects of model boat operation:
International Waters Jim’s RC Boat Dock
www.intlwaters.com www.jrcbd.com
Of course, racing does not have to be an organized and
sanctioned competition to be fun. Small informal races can be
very exciting without the stress that comes with formal events.
SUGGESTIONS FOR SETTING UP
A SIMPLE RACECOURSE
• Make 2 to 4 simple and inexpensive “marker buoys” with
empty milk jugs, string, and heavy objects for anchors,
similar to the above sketch.
•For “drag racing” place the buoys similar to the above sketch.
• For “oval racing” place the buoys similar to the above
sketch. NOTE: The above patterns are not based on
official standards. You may set up racecourses any way
you desire, using your imagination to make the races
more interesting. Usually, smaller courses will provide
more action and excitement.
• The length of the races can be determined by a set number
of laps around the buoys (for example, the first boat to
complete 5 laps is the winner); or by time (for example,
whoever is leading at the end of two minutes is the winner).
GOOD LUCK AND GREAT BOATING!
GALLON-SIZE
PLASTIC MILK JUG
NYLON STRING
(ENOUGH TO REACH BOTTOM)
BOLT, ROCK OR HEAVY
OBJECT FOR ANCHOR
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