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08-29-2011 | 05:59 PM

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Saratoga Stamped

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Originally Posted by TEXASRPM

I have to say that 135 to 150 mph sounds real fast and is, but running it in a 40+ ft Kevlar hull, with hyd steering and in a protective canopy while takes experience just does not seem so extraordinary with all due respect. Maybe running WOT in offshore conditions with 4 to 6 ft seas is impressive but on an inland lake. What were the water conditions? For those of use that do not run such a beautiful boat what are some of the skills necessary to make a run at LOTO?

For me running a 21 to 22 ft sport boat with a 21 to 22 degree deadrise with 450HP @ 70+ mph is what I call using your abilities.

Again, it's just a question from an average boater who like many can only dream to own such a powerboat.

All the best!

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You are 100% correct, the water is typically calm at the shootout, but it can be a challenge with a wall on the port side, and 10,000+ spectator boats on the starboard side of the course,,, and a limited safety margin

08-29-2011 | 06:12 PM

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A.O. Razor

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From: Denmark and hopefully some place nice

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Originally Posted by Saratoga Stamped

When I had the 1075 package in our open canopy 42 fountain poker run, it was tested in Powerboat at 144-146.

Doc J
Denver

Not trying to take anything away by any means, those are sweet numbers. I remember reading somewhere that those 1075's where turned up to 1200's for the powerboat number of 142,6 mph. Is that true, or am I being misinformed? It's been quite a while, so don't really remember where the info came from. I think it was posted here on OSO once.

Stay safe out there.

08-29-2011 | 08:05 PM

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TRL505

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Originally Posted by TEXASRPM

I have to say that until the Rio Roses runs up against the Outerlimits XXX Side by side it's not settled.

That gauntlet was already thrown down....and I think we all know what happened.

Just curious....who holds the Sanctioned Kilo Record for the Fastest Vee? Just Curious.....again.

08-29-2011 | 08:06 PM

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gavin seeley

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Originally Posted by X-Driver

"And I dont care if that Sonic did 300mph....its a Sonic."

Damn TRL, real classy. I have some buddies that have some real nice Sonics. Sonic made a real nice boat.

all Sonic makes good is a double cheeseburger....

08-29-2011 | 08:26 PM

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TEXASRPM

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When did they run!

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Originally Posted by TRL505

That gauntlet was already thrown down....and I think we all know what happened.

Just curious....who holds the Sanctioned Kilo Record for the Fastest Vee? Just Curious.....again.

News to me. When was the actual run?

I know about the invitational at the Fountain factory were the OuterL XXX
Had mechanical trouble and was unable to run. If this was the gauntlet, they did not run and the outcome would still be up in the air.

Last edited by TEXASRPM; 08-29-2011 at 08:33 PM.

08-29-2011 | 08:28 PM

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PokerRun388

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Jay, thanku for those pics...!!

The colors on the boat are spectacular...!!!

Even the guys on the livecam, commented on how amazing the boat looks in person...!!!!!!!