Big decision: Key West or Orange Bch
 

Just wondering what the turnout would be for both. The way its looking their maybe about ten boats for any sbi race. Want to see some race action and it looks like the Opa route is the way to go. Any suggestions or input. Its 6 hrs to Orange bch for me and 8 to KW.

Aren't they on different dates ? Why not both venues ?

racing = OB. Kick azz world class partying = KW. You decide

Priorities
 

Decisions, decisions. :evilb:

There's a boat race in key west?

I've wondered about that for a while.
As was just mentioned.... OPA for a race...KW for a party.

Why doesnt OPA race in KW at some other time of year...whenever?

Does KW not allow another organization to race there??

Talked to the 750 Super cat guys today and almost all are going to Key west

Key West Will rock And Roll It will Be my 30th Year In a row Helicopter Photos will Follow on sat ....nov 13,2011 we will do a special shoot for non race boats from 12 to 2 like last year questions [email protected] jeff

Go To both of them if you can
 

Go To both of them if you can !! Jeff

Bill,

Wondering if you could give us the list of 750 SUper Cat who are definitely going to Key West this year?

Thanks,
Chris

Keep in mind the Bon Jovi and Brad Paisely concerts bring up the party level @ Orange Beach a few notches! :evilb:

x2 for attending BOTH!!!!! :drink:

Bon Jovi does anyway lol

That's great! 30 Years!! Long time!!

So you started Freeze Frame when you were 35?

As far as I'm concerned they could raise Jimmy Hendrix from the dead and OB still doesnt compare to the KW event. Also, for most people on the board here the KW trip is mostly about the FPC poker run.

Good call, forgot all about that

Been to key west a couple times but i just actually want to see a race with more than ten boats. Just wondering what kind of turnout their will be. The bonus to KW is the poker run. But ive also never been to OB

KW is really the place to go to have a great time & not remember most of it. They have boat races, but I think most, like me go because it's just fun as Hell. The races are an added bonus.

There WILL be good racing in the Super Stock class in KW I can assure of that. 5-7 boats

OPA is offering $1,000 per boat that attends the Orange Beach Races and makes the starts.

Keeping far enough off the KW dates, I know you will see a boat count in the double digits !!! :drink:

The added bonus of having two free Concerts and Bon Jovi headlining Friday night will be sure to turn up the Fun factor !!!:drink:

I have made my choice !

I will be shooting Orange Beach this year.

For me, it is more about the business than the partying anyway....

If you decide to go south instead, I will make sure you don't miss much from Orange Beach !:drink:

Chris there are 7 boats that can race in the 750 class, They are Talkin Trash, WHM, JD Byrider, Efusion, Warpaint, Reliable Carriers, and BTM Marine. Our boat (BTM) will not make this event and Reliable is a maybe, but the rest should be there. We are working on getting the Vee to Key West.

Could not have said it better

Orange Beach is designed as a three day event at low cost for racers and race fans. The goal is to fill every hotel and condo along the beach front.

Free racing for all racers and free concerts plus racing for fans.

Friday - Race 1 and then Bon Jovi Concert on the beach.
Sunday - Race 2 and Brad Paisley concert on the beach.

You get two free tickets with every hotel room. Or 6 free tickets with a 3 bed condo.

We'll have about 40 boats in Orange Beach between the OPA teams and the POPRA teams.

www.thunderonthegulf.com

AND, ya can still hit Key West! Both events are gonna be cool.

Never been to an opa race so i guess im gonna have to. These jersey guys look like they have fun too.

You will not be disappointed..... :evilb:

Ive never had a bad time at an OPA race :D

:evilb:

Racegirl, pleasure meeting you with jbonz at the casino labor day

OK !!!
If the OPA World Championships along with 2 free concerts was not enough, here is a little more to add to the excitement !!!

PLEASURE ISLAND POKER RUN
Where Is It?
Orange Beach, Alabama
The Poker Run will take place on Saturday October 16th. That morning all stops open at 10:00 A.M.
Optional Distance Runs to the Oar House, Pensacola; Juana's Pagodas, Navarre; and Tacky Jacks, Ft. Morgan. Please view the Poker Run's web site www.thepleasureislandpokerrun.com for additional information regarding the schedule of events.
The poker run will conclude with a Poker Hand Party at Cobalt's beginning at 5:00 PM. More fun will be had with live entertainment, buffet, cash bar, and of course the play off for the best poker hand in which Poker Run participants can win up to $6000 in cash and prizes.

A portion of the proceeds will go to Thunder in the Gulf Race for Recovery efforts.
For More Information call John Johnson 251-229-1908 or email [email protected]

Greetings!

We wanted to show our support to the "Area Wide Campaign" to make it extremely clear to everyone out there that our waters are open, oil free, and safe for all to enjoy. Whether you enjoy boating, fishing, swimming or just soaking up the sun on our beautiful sugar white beaches, let's just get back to the business of having fun!

The festivities will begin with Registration and Welcome Captains' Party at 4:00pm on Friday at Cobalt's. The party will feature a cash bar, buffet, and live music.
Interested participants can also register for the run on Thursday 10/14 at Happy Harbor at 6 P.M., or late registration at Cobalt's between 8 A.M. and 10 A.M. on Saturday 10/16. The entry fee is $250 or $300 for late entry the day of the Run. And that includes the two concerts!

We hope you can join us!

Sincerely,

Dana Day

The Pleasure Island Poker Run
Event Manager

You too! I know if you make it to Orange Beach, my friends that race with OPA will definitely show you a good time. Lots of great people in the organization :cool:

Orange beach. Can't wait i'm glad theres a race there again. See yall there.Artie