Bob Bull
04-29-2004 | 05:21 PM
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Originally posted by SteveDavid
Lobsterboy, the only thing you're going to hear from Bob is the truth, regardless of the effects thereof. Please call him directly at 800-382-3150 ext. 300. I asked him the question on Tuesday and he told me the following: After testing on Saturday, Mitch and Bob overlaid their depth chart on their GPS backtrack. This as a result of the unsettling effects of the loss of a Driver on Friday. Due to their personal concerns, they chose to withdraw.
There is no blame to be placed on anyone, this was a personal choice. I respect their decision.
As to another post in this area: Is there anyone who competed, and placed in St. Cloud (The first race under the new ownership of APBA Offshore) that did not receive their prize money or checkered flag? I didn't think so.
Man o man, when will the BS stop and each racer just race wherever they like? Or shall we just continue to destroy the sport from within???
Steve David
Lobsterboy, the only thing you're going to hear from Bob is the truth, regardless of the effects thereof. Please call him directly at 800-382-3150 ext. 300. I asked him the question on Tuesday and he told me the following: After testing on Saturday, Mitch and Bob overlaid their depth chart on their GPS backtrack. This as a result of the unsettling effects of the loss of a Driver on Friday. Due to their personal concerns, they chose to withdraw.
There is no blame to be placed on anyone, this was a personal choice. I respect their decision.
As to another post in this area: Is there anyone who competed, and placed in St. Cloud (The first race under the new ownership of APBA Offshore) that did not receive their prize money or checkered flag? I didn't think so.
Man o man, when will the BS stop and each racer just race wherever they like? Or shall we just continue to destroy the sport from within???
Steve David
I knew that !I spoke to Bob on Saturday , prior to the race and expressed my concerns ,but understood and respect his decision whether he raced or not!
And by the way there was no BS intended on my part!
04-29-2004 | 05:40 PM
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Marc (Lobsterboy)
Thanks buddy, your's wasn't the BS part
Hey by the way, how'd you get such cute kids? Where you out racing and maybe your, nah,...... take care Marc, I've always appreciated your wit and forthright approach.
Steve
Thanks buddy, your's wasn't the BS part
Hey by the way, how'd you get such cute kids? Where you out racing and maybe your, nah,...... take care Marc, I've always appreciated your wit and forthright approach.Steve
04-29-2004 | 06:54 PM
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A true test of a persons character is how they react when times are tough. Bob has shown time and time again that despite the crap he has put up with, some of clearly legally actionable, he is taking the high road for the betterment of the sport. Some people on the forums should follow his lead........
04-29-2004 | 07:11 PM
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Frank, I am not ready, hopefully Marathon than Sarasota, but with the way things look, I will be kicking off in Sarasota in July. Too many B-Days and Weddings to attend to in the next months. I am also saving my $ a little because I plan on running NY and Pt Pleasant so I am really in no rush
04-29-2004 | 09:09 PM
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I missed talking to Bob in Biloxi. Sorry if I was the BS in question. I was in the chopper all day and then my flight left at 6pm so I didn't get to talk to anyone after the race. I really wanted to meet Bob, I guess that will have to wait until Marathon.
God knows this is a dangerous sport. If he didn't like something, he's completely within his right to withdraw, regardless of the reason. From the air I could see the boat was still wrapped up on the trailer.
Frankly I thought he showed a ton of class showing up and I'd hope to see OSS boats attend some APBA events.
I'd really like to see some jointly sanctioned events. Bob definitly made the first move and it was a good one.
God knows this is a dangerous sport. If he didn't like something, he's completely within his right to withdraw, regardless of the reason. From the air I could see the boat was still wrapped up on the trailer.
Frankly I thought he showed a ton of class showing up and I'd hope to see OSS boats attend some APBA events.
I'd really like to see some jointly sanctioned events. Bob definitly made the first move and it was a good one.
Last edited by Ron P; 04-29-2004 at 09:13 PM.
04-29-2004 | 09:55 PM
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Originally posted by SteveDavid
As to another post in this area: Is there anyone who competed, and placed in St. Cloud (The first race under the new ownership of APBA Offshore) that did not receive their prize money or checkered flag? I didn't think so.
Man o man, when will the BS stop and each racer just race wherever they like? Or shall we just continue to destroy the sport from within???
Steve David
As to another post in this area: Is there anyone who competed, and placed in St. Cloud (The first race under the new ownership of APBA Offshore) that did not receive their prize money or checkered flag? I didn't think so.
Man o man, when will the BS stop and each racer just race wherever they like? Or shall we just continue to destroy the sport from within???
Steve David
I believe this may be the BS.
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/s...987#post948987
Follow Bob's and Steve's lead race where you want, have fun and be safe doing it. No need to be an ass about it.
Last edited by Grin&Barrett; 04-29-2004 at 10:00 PM.
04-29-2004 | 10:02 PM
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Originally posted by Mark Mathews
Great thread Mike. But don't hold your breath for an answer.
Great thread Mike. But don't hold your breath for an answer.
If the OSS is really dedicated to "further development and growth of offshore powerboat racing in North America" then the board members (racers) would answer my (and your) question.
Offshore fans and racers.........you deserve an honest answer.
04-30-2004 | 10:08 AM
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Sure, Klaatu.
As a card carrying member of Hedrick Motorsports (or so you say ...) you should have the inside track on the team's plans.
Joined: 20 Dec 2003
My Real Name: michael d gordon
Location: columbus ohio
Telephone: 614 419 6142
Cell Phone: 614 419 6142
Team Name: hedrick motorsports
Team Function: gopher
Race Number(s): 47
Club Affiliation(s): APBA
Boat Manufacturer(s): phantom
Engine Manufacturer(s): vortec
As a card carrying member of Hedrick Motorsports (or so you say ...) you should have the inside track on the team's plans.
Joined: 20 Dec 2003
My Real Name: michael d gordon
Location: columbus ohio
Telephone: 614 419 6142
Cell Phone: 614 419 6142
Team Name: hedrick motorsports
Team Function: gopher
Race Number(s): 47
Club Affiliation(s): APBA
Boat Manufacturer(s): phantom
Engine Manufacturer(s): vortec
