KW Worlds

[Xtremeracing]

To all the racers that are planing to go to KW now is the time to send your paper work in. There is a lot of prep that goes into a race this big, and if SBI doesnt know or have a good idea of the number of boats it just makes it hard on all of us. The # of cranes , # of inspectors, # of races , and pits space that has to be taken in account. Spaces will to assigned same as last yr. so if you wait don't ***** that you don't like where you were put it is first come first serve.
Right now from the boats that have sent in their paper work or have called it looks like the biggest boat count we have seen in years. Right now it looks like 70-80 plus boats will be there, and a lot of teams that i have talked to that havent sent in their paper work yet but r coming.
All teams are invited that qualify as per the SBI rule book teams from (SBI,OPA,OSS,POPRA) from the mix of boat that i have seen this looks like a United Worlds , with a good boat count in all the classes to crown a True World Champion.
Turbine
Cat Unlimited
SC850
SC750
SCL
SV Unlimited
SS
SVL
40-50 P Class boats mixing it up

[Wardey]

When we booked our condo, they only had (6) left. The town is pretty booked up meaning we are going to have a GREAT race this year !!! Can't wait. Dave

[MANITIE]

Can't wait.....this is going to be fun.....again......

[BRUCE SEROFF]

Just curious Frank. When you say boats who qualify per the rule book. Im asssuming you mean any teams that have raced at least 2 races with any of the Orgs. you mentioned.

However, if my memory serves me correctly, last year, some teams, that have not raced all "07" season, were allowed to race in KW. How will that be handled this year?

I assume you are the OSO voice of SBI, and I would hope you can answer rather than say "call John directly" Hopefully, you can ask him and come back with an answer.

Thanks

[Wahoo ATV]

Thank you for the invitation. Were are working with some sponsors so we can make it to KW this year. Is there an absolute cut off date for registration?

[MANITIE]

Dean....there were teams last year from OPA that sent in there forms a couple of weeks before the race...but I would amagine the sooner the better....hope you guys make it....

[Fast 1]

I received an e-mail this morning from OSS stating that their World's had been cancelled for this year. While I hate to see that happen for anyone, I know that there is enough time between now and Key West to get together whoever needs to be talking/negotiating so that EVERYONE can race. That would be nothing short of AWESOME - - and a lot of FUN, too!!!!!

Alan

[Pat D]

Originally Posted by BRUCE SEROFF

Hopefully, you can ask him and come back with an answer.

Thanks

I just did ask him.
He said, "last years format (07), will be used this year. Go to the general rule book, under World Championship Eligibility for details. There will be an email sent out shortly re: Key West".
end quote from JC

As I understand it, any other specifics will be dealt with as they come up. The bottom line that I see is them (SBI) needing to know what racers are serious about attending because of the pit space and needs. So if you intend to be there, get your paperwork in with your info.

John and Deana are on the road, heading to Morehead and will get something out as soon as they can. There is no-one in the office the rest of the week........so please wait for the official email or announcement and Morehead race is over...that will be a big help......thanks
PD

[MANITIE]

Pat....thanks for the info and answering that question....Once again.....Its great that SBI/APBA will take the issues and deal with them as they come up.....some guys have been trying to get out all year but have been unable because of a number of reasons.....This is going to be another great Worlds....get some rest before the Worlds Pat....see ya soon.....

[Wahoo ATV]

Originally Posted by MANITIE

Dean....there were teams last year from OPA that sent in there forms a couple of weeks before the race...but I would amagine the sooner the better....hope you guys make it....

Thanks Gino. We are trying hard. We have two sponsor's but still need to raise about $4k. KW has been on the top of Derek's and my list of must do's since we started and we will make it one of these years. It is just a huge $ and time committment.

[Fast 1]

Originally Posted by Pat D

I just did ask him.
He said, "last years format (07), will be used this year. Go to the general rule book, under World Championship Eligibility for details. There will be an email sent out shortly re: Key West".
end quote from JC

As I understand it, any other specifics will be dealt with as they come up. The bottom line that I see is them (SBI) needing to know what racers are serious about attending because of the pit space and needs. So if you intend to be there, get your paperwork in with your info.

John and Deana are on the road, heading to Morehead and will get something out as soon as they can. There is no-one in the office the rest of the week........so please wait for the official email or announcement and Morehead race is over...that will be a big help......thanks
PD

John's e-mail just went out and it sure appears to me that it couldn't be more open for everyone to attend. Thanks John.

Alan

[Pat D]

Wow.......that was fast....
If this doesn't work, someone else can post it.......

[Wardey]

Thank you Pat. See you soon, Dave

[rchevelle71]

Looks like its gonna be fun, maybe I'll make it after all.

[Xtremeracing]

Key West World Championship
November 2 - 9, 2008
To be eligible to race in the Key West World Championship Race, a team qualifies by having raced in the 2007 Key West World Championship, by racing in any two (2) races with any other powerboat organizations during the 2008 season, or at the discretion of the SBIP / APBA Offshore President.
The World Championship Race consists of three (3) days of racing, (Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday). The World Champion is the Race boat with the highest point total at the end of the three (3) races in their class. If there is a tie in the total points, it is resolved according to the following criteria:
A.
Fastest Average Speed – The boat with the fastest average speed for the total laps required to finish that race, will be determined the winner.
B.
Greatest number of Miles – If a tie still exists the boat which has completed the greatest number of racing statute miles in that race shall prevail.
All the teams would be run under the banner and rules of SBIP/APBA Offshore /UIM, as in the 2007 Key West World Championship Race. All participants would pay a membership and equipment fee to SBIP/APBA Offshore along with the entry fee as posted on SBIP/APBA Offshore’s web site (www.superboat.com). Memberships and the 2008 rule book are located under the “Team Resources” on the home page.
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Entry fees - If paying this during the race time, cash or certified check only, there is no exceptions. If submitted 14 days in advance of the race week they can be paid by credit card, business check or personal check.
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Memberships - If paying this during the race time, cash or certified check only, there is no exceptions. If submitted 14 days in advance of the race week, it can be paid by check; credit cards are not accepted for memberships.
In order to organize the race site so that when you come in, your team would go to a designated pit site area; all teams need to complete the required forms early. They can be downloaded by go to the SBIP/APBA Offshore web site under “Key West World Championship” and select “Race Forms”, complete them and return back to Super Boat International to secure a pit area.
All participating boats must have the racing number on the boats as specified in the rule book.
The complete driver’s packet for the Key West World Championship race will be up on the mini site for the Worlds following Morehead City Race.
John Carbonell, President Super Boat International Productions, Inc.
1323 20th Terrace, Key West, Fl. 33040 ● Ph: 305-296-6166 ● Fax: 305-296-9770
Web: www.superboat.com ● E-mail: sbipinc@aol.com

[Xtremeracing]

Bruce,
Sorry couldnt post earlier I just got home. Hopefully this will answer any questions you have.

The only other issue could be if a team as a person situation with SBI and they know who they are so that really isnt something that is a concern to us.