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Regatta Review #70 (May 14, 2008)
+ Raffle of "Smokehouse BBQ" Dinners at Volunteer Meeting
+ Reminder - This Friday - Spring Volunteer Meeting

Regatta Review #69 (May 9, 2008)
+ Spring Volunteer Meeting - Friday May 16th 2008
+ Lineup of the On-The-Water Action for 2008
+ The Six Traditional Race Sites

Regatta Review #68 (May 2, 2008)
+ Review of the First Annual DRRA Bowling Night
+ DRRA Golf Outing - Cancelled
+ Limited Edition "100th Running" Watches Announced
+ Eleven Unlimited Hydroplanes Expected in Detroit!
+ Steve David: A Man With A Mission

Regatta Review #67 (April 24, 2008)
+ DRRA Golf Outing - June 7th - Sign up now!

Regatta Review #66 (April 11, 2008)
+ Upcoming Bowling Night - Reminder - Saturday April 19th
+ Spring Volunteer Meeting - Friday May 16 2008
+ Volunteers Needed for the 2008 Hoedown - Downtown Detroit
+ DRRA Golf Outing - June 7th!
+ RV Rentals and Parking Available
+ Sponson Spray - From the ABRA Chairman, Sam Cole
+ Some Sad News

Regatta Review #65 (March 11, 2008)
+ Some Sad News: Justin C. Schaller
+ First Annual DRRA Bowling FUN-draiser
+ The DRRA Online Box Office in Nearly Ready
+ Special Rates for 2008 at the DoubleTree Hotel Dearborn
+ KNDU and HydroINSIDER.COM
+ A Mystery Lauterbach Hull
+ The 2008 ABRA Unlimited Hydroplane Race Schedule

Regatta Review #64 (January 18, 2008)
+ See Us at The Detroit Boat Show, Autorama, and Winter Blast
+ 100th Gold Cup Apparel Now Available
+ Unlimited Hydroplane Racing Game
+ Interesting Hydroplane Project at Safe Harbor Boys Home
+ The MISS AMERICA VIII Lawsuit of 1991
+ The 100th Running of The Gold Cup - July 11-13, 2008

Regatta Review #63 (December 4, 2007)
+ Happy Holidays to All Hydroplane Racing Fans!
+ Unlimiteds Detroit Holiday Party this Saturday - Dec 8th
+ Volunteers - Renew Your Membership before January 1st
+ Inside a 1/5th Scale Model Rolls-Royce Merlin XX
+ U-21 Freedom Racing Team Equipment For Sale
+ 2008 Unlimited Hydroplane Season Schedule Announced

Regatta Review #62 (October 17, 2007)
+ The 100th Running of the Gold Cup - July 11-13, 2008
+ The 2008 DRRA Board of Directors
+ Detroit River Regatta Association Decals
+ Sign Up to be a Volunteer for 2008
+ Old Video - Bill Muncey Hits and Sinks a Coast Guard Cutter
+ Great Video from the San Diego Race
+ Unlimiteds Detroit Christmas Party and Auction - Dec 8!

A quick note (September 25, 2007)
+ Some Sad News to Report - volunteer Chris Gill's sudden passing

Regatta Review #61 (September 19, 2007)
+ Steve David Goes Two-for-Two in San Diego!
+ WORX Hydro Show - Wednesday night
+ Volunteers - Reminder - Appreciation Party September 22nd!
+ Streak On The Creek "II" - Shelby Township - Sept 22 and 23

Regatta Review #60 (September 7, 2007)
+ Dates for the 2008 Gold Cup NOT Set in Stone
+ Volunteers - Thanks - Appreciation Party September 22nd!
+ Streak On The Creek "II" - Shelby Township - Sept 22 and 23
+ Great On-Board Video from Seafair - J.M.K. in the U-13
+ Unlimiteds Detroit and the Unlimited Newsjournal

Regatta Review #59 (August 8, 2007)
+ Steve David in Oh Boy! Oberto / Miss Madison Wins at Seattle
+ See the Heat Action and Finals from Seattle on KIROTV.COM
+ Boeing Unlimited Hydroplane?
+ Possible New Race Site?! Dubai?
+ Letter to the DRRA Volunteers
+ Smoke On The Water "I" - Algonac MI - August 18 and 19
+ Streak On The Creek "II" - Shelby Township - Sept 22 and 23

Regatta Review #58 (July 27, 2007)
+ Tri-Cities Race This Weekend!
+ Seattle Race Next Weekend!
+ Big, Strong Fleet Ready for Northwest Swing

Regatta Review #57 (July 18, 2007)
+ What A Day!!!!
+ Final Results for the 99th Running of The Gold Cup
+ Villwock Wins Sixth Gold Cup - Associated Press Story
+ The U-1 2006 Champion Hull Badly Damaged
+ Photos of the U-1 Crash by DRRA Volunteer Dave Mabry
+ Much More Photos and Video
+ Thanks to MLive.com for the Audio Streaming
+ Help Make Sure Your Fellow Volunteers get the Newsletter
+ Quake On The Lake -This Weekend!
+ The 100th Running of the Gold Cup - July 11-13, 2008

Full Timing and Scoring results from the Judges Stand (2007)

Regatta Review #56 (July 12, 2007)
+ Gold Cup Race Week is Here!
+ Box Office and Credentials Information
+ Internet Coverage of the Gold Cup Race
+ Nine Boat Unlimited Hydroplane Field Expected
+ WRIF Rock Girl Taylor Talks About APBA Gold Cup Racing
+ 100 YEARS AGO - CHIP II
+ 50 YEARS AGO - The 1957 Gold Cup Remembered

Regatta Review #55 (July 6, 2007)
+ More Videos from the Evansville Race at HydroInsider.com
+ Next stop on the Unlimited Tour - Madison Indiana
+ Unlimiteds On Down - Yahoo Group for Hydroplane Fans
+ Gold Cup Ticket Information
+ The Saga of Jack Beebe

Regatta Review #54 (July 1, 2007)
+ Dave Villwock and the U-16 Elam Plus Win in Evansville
+ KNDU's "Hydro Insider" has Lots of Video and Photos
+ Celebration Honoring Miss U.S., George Simon and Drivers
+ The Full Race Schedule Has Been Posted on our Events Page
+ FormulaBoats.com Add a New Boat - For Public Relations

Regatta Review #53 (June 22, 2007)
+ More about the Offshore Pro Series
+ Extraordinary Replica of Miss Thriftway Hits the Water
+ Interesting Onboard Video from a V-8 Powered Hydroplane
+ A New Season, A New Miss Madison / Oh Boy! Oberto
+ Breakneck Pace to have New Miss M Ready For Evansville
+ From the ABRA Hydroplane Newsletter
+ The 100th Running Of The Gold Cup

Regatta Review #52 (June 13, 2007)
+ Press Conference with the Mayor of Detroit
+ WORX, ABRA Announce New 30-Minute Weekly Show
+ The Evansville & Madison Races Are Right Around The Corner
+ Miss U.S. 1 Restoration Nearly Complete
+ 11 Unlimited Hydroplanes Expected for the Gold Cup
+ Raffle Winners at the Detroit Hoedown

Regatta Review #51 (May 7, 2007)
+ Offshore Pro Series Added to the 2007 Gold Cup Event!
+ More Photos of U-6 Oh Boy! Oberto / Miss Madison Construction
+ Reminder - Spring Volunteer Meeting - Friday May 11

Regatta Review #50 (April 29, 2007)
+ The DRRA and Hydroplane Racing Lose Close Friend, Paul Scurlock

Regatta Review #49 (April 26, 2007)
+ "Horsepower" - Modern Marvels on the History Channel
+ To Our Partners in the U. S. Navy
+ DRRA Online Box Office Issues
+ New DRRA Newsletter Mailing Policy

Regatta Review #48 (April 16, 2007)
+ The DRRA Board Reverses Decision to Ban Coolers
+ The Hydroplane Programme Covers Project
+ Thunder Valley Racing Team Joins Forces with Our Gang
+ Congratulations to our own Mark Weber

Regatta Review #47 (April 6, 2007)
+ New Regatta Review Format
+ The DRRA Online Ticket Store is Now Open
+ Unlimited hydroplane test session
+ Calling All Volunteers - Spring Meeting!! May 11

Regatta Review #46 (March 23, 2007)
+ The 99th Running of the Gold Cup
+ Possible test session on the Detroit River this June
+ Edibles Rex Returns with Updated Food Plans
+ US Navy Brings 'Calendar For America' to the Gold Cup Again
+ Special Hotel Rates at the Greenfield Inn (Best Western)
+ Two Champions Crowned at the ABRA Awards Banquet
+ KNDU Yti-Cities' Videos - Great Start for '07 Media Coverage
+ New Team - Our Gang Racing - West Coast Races in 2007
+ Other New Hulls Under Construction

A quick note (January 3, 2007)
+ Some Sad News to Report - Paul Scurlock's father passed away

Regatta Review #45 (December 15, 2006)
+ Happy Holidays from the DRRA to all our Readers and Fans!
+ Volunteers - Re-register now for the best deal
+ DRRA Planning for 2007 - Racing Classes Announced!
+ New policy change regarding coolers
+ American Boat Racing Association - Season Schedule
+ U-6 Miss Madison / Oberto Building New Boat
+ Freedom Racing to Build a New Boat
+ DRRA names 2007 Officers and Directors
+ Some Sad News to Report - Brian Keogh passed away

Regatta Review #44 (October 19, 2006)
+ The Gold Cup on Fox Sports Network - October 23rd at 3pm!
+ Volunteer Awards Presented at the Finish/Start Meeting
+ How About Those Tigers!? On their way to the World Series
+ Update on Jennifer Willette - Good News

Regatta Review #43 (September 14, 2006)
+ Upcoming Volunteer Thank-You Party
+ The San Diego Race is this Weekend
+ Streak On The Creek! Stony Creek - September 24th
+ DRRA Names Mark Weber as new Director of Operations
+ Update on Carl Wilson
+ Wrap-Up Report for the Jennifer Willette Benefit Golf Outing
+ Some Sad News - Donald Niebert Passes Away

Regatta Review #42 (August 11, 2006)
+ The Dates for the 2007 Gold Cup
+ Fox Sports and the Discovery Channel
+ Benefit Golf Outing for Jennifer Willette
+ R/C Hydroplane Race at the GM Tech Center
+ Hanauer's Blog Continues with "Back From Detroit"
+ Tri-Cities & Seattle
+ 2006 Gold Cup Merchandise will be Available Soon
+ Local Grand Prix Racer Mario Maraldo Featured in Newspaper
+ Don't Forget Mrs. Schumacher

Regatta Review #41 (July 21, 2006)
+ Congratulations to the 2006 Winner: Jean Theoret in U-37
+ Detroit News and Free Press Stories
+ Lots of Photo Coverage to See
+ Letter from the DRRA President
+ FANS --- We Want Your Feedback
+ Chip Hanauer Blogs on the ABRA Site
+ Roostertail Continued Tradition at Gold Cup
+ Updates on the Seriously Injured in Madison

Full Timing and Scoring results from the Judges Stand (2006)

Regatta Review #40 (July 9, 2006)
+ Serious Automobile Incident at Madison Event Cancels Final
+ Congratulations to Mike Allen for Second Place at Madison
+ On-Site Box Office and Will-Call Hours, Credential Hours
+ Gold Cup Coverage Page
+ Special Event: "Tate To Tate - Four Generations of Racing"
+ New Hotel Discount Deal
+ Chip Hanauer Blogs on the ABRA site
+ Gillette Fusion Joins the Gold Cup Event
+ Navy Week in Detroit
+ 50 Years Ago - The 1956 Gold Cup Remembered

Regatta Review #39 (June 19, 2006)
+ Subscribers: For Best Newsletter Delivery
+ Evansville - Thunder On The Ohio - This Weekend!
+ Special Hotel Rates at the Detroit Renaissance Center
+ Special Event: Gold Cup Reception at the Dossin Museum
+ Special Event: An Inside Look: Gold Cup Hydroplane Racing
+ Fred Leland on the Mend - From Steve Montgomery
+ ELAM Testing and a Hold-Your-Breath Moment
+ Testing in Seattle June 15th - Photos
+ New Hydroplane Book - First Thoughts by Paul Scurlock
+ Detroit News Coverage
+ New Public Address System for Waterworks Park
+ Lest We Forget - From Fred Farley
+ Henry Lauterbach Remembered

Regatta Review #38 (May 13, 2006)
+ Spring Volunteer Meeting! May 25th at Sindbads
+ Fan Improvements in the Works for 2006
+ The DRRA Online Box Office is Open for 2006
+ Benefit for Completion of Vintage "Miss Vernors" Replica
+ Golf Outing to Benefit the DRRA - June 16th
+ Detroit News has Expanded Unlimited Hydroplane Coverage
+ Kida On The Course - Community Outreach
+ Some Sad News To Report
+ Team News - Ken Muscatel and Jim Harvey Team Up
+ Team News - Myers Joins USA Racing Partners
+ Team News - Mike Allen Joins Formula Racing Team
+ Kayleigh Perkins - King County Journal article
+ Special HARM Supporters Travel Package to the Gold Cup Race
+ ABRA Publicity Efort has New Man

Regatta Review #37 (March 7, 2006)
+ Precision Performance Engineering Purchases the Bud Hulls
+ Billy Schumacher Purchases the U-8 Hull and Equipment
+ Team Rundown for 2006
+ Terry Troxell Wins a Very Prestigious APBA Award!
+ The DRRA and Chrysler Jeep Superstores win ABRA Awards
+ The 2006 Winter Vintage Gathering
+ Kit Muncey Remembered

Regatta Review #36 (December 16, 2005)
+ HAPPY HYDRO HOLIDAYS - DRRA Ticket Discounts
+ The Unlimited Lights Will Return in 2006!
+ Classic Vintage Hydroplanes Return to Detroit
+ Miss Elam Plus Offers Match Race to Miss Budweiser
+ Cooper Sr. Dies, Was 'TEDDY BEAR' of Hydro Pits
+ Ed Cooper, Sr., Remembered

Regatta Review #35 (December 6, 2005)
+ Happy Holidays from the DRRA
+ Annual Unlimiteds Detroit Holiday Party - December 10th
+ Remaining 2005 Sportswear and Souvenirs Are Now Available
+ 2006 Member Volunteer Form Available Online - Sign Up Now
+ Jim Schebil Is The Recipient Of The First Jack Love Award
+ A Good Article On The State Of Unlimited Racing
+ Twenty Five Years Ago - November 13th 1980
+ Some Sad News

Regatta Review #34 (October 13, 2005)
+ The Next Gold Cup race will be held July 14-16, 2006
+ Volunteer Appreciation Party Coming Up - October 28th
+ Detroiter Mark Tate to be Inducted into the MMHOF
+ The State Of The Sport
+ Aylesworth Continues to Improve
+ More Photos Posted on the Unlimiteds Detroit Web Site
+ The Saga of "IT'S A WONDER"

Regatta Review #33 (September 13, 2005)
+ The Gold Cup to be Televised Sep 18th on OLN... THIS SUNDAY!
+ U-8 LLumar Wins Nashville - TWO IN A ROW!
+ A Letter from the U-8 LLumar Team
+ U-16 Elam is the Season Champion
+ The "MADISON" Movie is Now Available on DVD
+ Bill Rands and the DRRA Would Like to Thank Many People
+ Bill Rands Elected to the Board of Directors of the ABRA
+ World Champion Hydroplane Returning in 2006
+ Vintage Hydroplane Photos at Unlimiteds Detroit Web Site
+ Fred Alter Day - In Review
+ Some Sad News to Pass Along

Regatta Review #32 (July 29, 2005)
+ Terry Troxell Wins in the U-13 Miss Al Deeby Dodge
+ Loads of Gold Cup Coverage Across the Web
+ The Gold Cup Will Be Shown on OLN TV
+ The Tri-Cities Race is This Weekend
+ About the U-100 Miss Rebecca
+ Hydroplane Fans Came All the Way From Germany
+ Jim Clary Artwork Auctioned Off at the GPYC Benefit Party
+ A Note From Your Editor
+ Some Sad News to Pass Along

Full Timing and Scoring results from the Judges Stand (July 17, 2005)

Regatta Review #31 (July 14, 2005)
+ Detroit Racing Legends Celebrate "Fred Alter Day" - FRIDAY!
+ News from Wednesday
+ Our Coverage Page

Regatta Review #30 (July 13, 2005)
+ New Spectator Information on the Gold Cup Web Site
+ Driver Changes for the 2005 Gold Cup
+ CoastalWave Brings WiFi Access to the Dodge Pits again
+ Hydro Races Roar Back with New Sponsorships
+ For the Media: The Gold Cup Event In Review
+ Interview with Joe Little - By DRRA Volunteer Paul Scurlock
+ 50 Years Ago: Detroit Steals Seattle's Pride
+ Some Sad News to Pass Along

Regatta Review #29 (July 1, 2005)
+ Evansville race last weekend - Madison race this weekend!
+ Madison coverage on the Internet this weekend
+ Leland team on way to Madison after hard-luck weekend
+ The U-13 Spirit Of Detroit
+ A correction to Regatta Review #28
+ Some great photos from Gold Cup and Quake On The Lake races
+ New poster of Vintage Hydroplanes from 1950 - 1955
+ The recent Madison showing in review - In Memory of Jack Love
+ The Miss Budweiser equipment
+ Unlimited Hydroplane TV coverage - From the Madison Courier

Regatta Review #28 (June 14, 2005)
+ Last Chance? - Showing of "MADISON" the movie - Tonight
+ Lots of Unlimited Hydroplane Team news
+ Detroit News Web Site to carry Unlimited Hydroplane news

Regatta Review #27 (May 29, 2005)
+ Local Showing of "Madison" the movie - June 14th
+ Open House party at the Jefferson Yacht Club - June 11th
+ About Unlimiteds Detroit and the Marine Prop Riders
+ Photos from the Vintage Unlimited test session this week
+ Two DRRA & City Of Detroit press releases from this week

Regatta Review #26 (May 19, 2005)
+ "Madison" the Movie Now Showing in Novi!! - May 20th-26th
+ Another Special Local Showing of "Madison" - June 14th
+ Pre-Race Benefit Party at the Jefferson Yacht Club - June 11
+ Jim McCormick's Miss Timex - 1971 - By Fred Farley
+ U-8 Hydro Press Release

Regatta Review #25 (April 29, 2005)
+ It's a Party! - Volunteer Meeting at the Roostertail - May 16
+ Attention Silver Cup Entrants
+ "Madison" the Movie - Detroit Premiere - In Review
+ The Real "Stars" of Madison - By Fred Farley
+ The DRRA is looking for a second Internet Team Member

Regatta Review #24 (April 6, 2005)
+ You're invited to a special showing of MADISON!
+ Gold Cup Hydroplane Racing - The First 100 Years
+ Attention NM, GNH, and GP Owners and Drivers
+ DRRA Volunteer meeting being planned
+ Danny Foster: The First Superstar

Regatta Review #23 (March 16, 2005)
+ Volunteers: Please renew for 2005 by March 31st
+ Special Hotel Rates at Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center
+ The DRRA and Local Reporter Paul Scurlock win ABRA Awards
+ ABRA adds more 'THUNDER' to 2005 Schedule
+ More news about "Madison" the Movie

Detroit Boat Show Autograph Sessions
Mark Tate - Feb 16th 6pm-9pm
Danny Foster - Feb 20th 1pm-4pm

Regatta Review #22 (February 10, 2005)
+ The 2005 Gold Cup: July 15th to 17th
+ Reserved Seating Tickets are now available
+ DRRA Announces the Resignation of President Tom D'Eath
+ Meet the DRRA Board Of Directors
+ The DRRA, ABRA and APBA Met to Work on the 2005 Event
+ DRRA Property Aquired in the UHT (HYDRO-PROP) Purchase
+ See Us at the Detroit Boit Show and Autorama!
+ Attention Silver Cup and Vintage Entrants
+ Detroiter Danyy Foster to be Inducted into Motorsports HOFOA
+ "Madison" Movie Release
+ Some Sad News - Jane Little Passes Away
+ More Sad News - The Passing of Gary Garbrecht
+ DRRA Volunteer info

Attention Silver Cup and Vintage entrants (February 2, 2005)
Submit your letter of intent by April 15th to be considered for these invitational events!

Wanted: Experienced Sales Person (January 28, 2005)
For DRRA sponsor development and fulfillment

Regatta Review #21 (November 12, 2004)
+ The 2005 Gold Cup: July 15th to 17th
+ DRRA Acquires Assets of Unlimited Hydroplane Tour
+ The American Boat Racing Association
+ DRRA Volunteer Sign-Up Form now available
+ The Marine Prop Riders - Detroit Area Inboard Racing Club
+ Hanauer Elected to International Motorsports Hall Of Fame
+ Jack Love Remembered
+ Danny Foster Event - Dennis and Ruth Foster Memorial Day

The 2005 Volunteer sign-up form
Join before Dec 31 2004 for the $25 rate! It goes up to $35 after that.

Regatta Review #20 (August 12, 2004)
+ DRRA Declines September Race Offer
+ Meet Danny Foster for an American Diabetes Foundation Benefit
+ The Unlimiteds Return to Michigan for a Second Race in 2004
+ Seattle Seafair Race on SpeedTV - August 22nd
+ More Photos Posted on the Gold Cup web site
+ Quake On The Lake 5 - A Great Success!
+ New Vee-Bottom World Kilo Record

Regatta Review #19 (July 29, 2004)
+ The Gold Cup on Speed TV - This Sunday August 1st at 5pm!
+ Reminder: This Weekend! - Quake On The Lake 5 - Waterford MI
+ A Correction to Report
+ Still Photos of the Pre-Race Bumping Before the Final Heat
+ Gold Cup Photo Gallery
+ Chrysler Dodge "Minivan Summer Games" Detroit Semi-Finals

Regatta Review #18 (July 23, 2004)
+ Gold Cup Race Wrapup
+ Old Time Detroit Hydro Racers Sweepstakes Race
+ Fans Travel Great Distances to See The Unlimiteds Race
+ Media Coverage of Tom D'Eath's New Role In HydroProp
+ Auto Engines May Hit Hydros Circuit By '05
+ Quake On The Lake - Waterford MI - July 31st & August 1st
+ Gold Cup Photos
+ Lance Armstrong Goes For Six Wins In The Tour de France
+ 80 Years Ago: The 1924 Gold Cup Remembered

Complete results from DRRA Timing and Scoring
Note: Unlimited timings are unofficial and may differ from HydroProp's

Regatta Review #17 (July 18, 2004)
+ Nate Brown Takes Controversial Victory in the C/J Superstores Detroit APBA Gold Cup
+ Miss Budweiser Press Release Regarding Disqualification
+ Tom D'Eath Joins Hydro-Prop to Manage Race Operations

Links to all the 2004 Event Coverage

Regatta Review #16 (July 14, 2004)
+ Welcome to Gold Cup 2004 - From Tom D'Eath, DRRA Chairman
+ On Site Box Office - Will Call, Credentials, etc
+ Chrysler Jeep Superstores APBA Gold Cup - COVERAGE
+ Detroit Racing Legends Celebrate "DANNY FOSTER DAY" - Friday
+ APBA Historical Society Benefit Party - Saturday
+ Unlimiteds Detroit - Pin, Calendar, New Kids On The Course
+ DRRA 100th Anniversary Gold Cup Pin
+ "Wi-Fi Friday"
+ Minivan Summer Games by Chrysler and Dodge
+ Remembering STANDARD: The First Gold Cup Winner (1904)

Regatta Review #15 (July 9, 2004)
+ Will Call Tickets, Credentials and Volunteer Clothing Pickups
+ Remote Shuttle Parking Lot Locations
+ The Silver Cup Will Be Awarded to the Sweepstakes Winner!

Regatta Review #14 (July 5, 2004)
+ Dave Villwock and Miss Budweiser Win in Madison
+ DRRA Box Office Now Online
+ Gold Cup Coverage and WiFi Access in the Dodge Pits
+ A Look Back at the 2003 Gold Cup Race

Regatta Review #13 (June 27, 2004)
+ On a Sad Note - The Loss of a Legend, Bill Sterrett Jr.
+ Evansville Report - June 27 2004
+ Motown Sweepstakes - Ccompeting for the Silver Cup
+ Purchase Tickets and Passes Online directly from the DRRA
+ Will-Call and Credential Pickup is at Remote Shuttle Lot #1
+ "MISS CHRYSLER JEEP" and the Harvey Team Ready To Run
+ The Bluewater International Hydrofest si Seeking Volunteers

Regatta Review #12 (June 18, 2004)
+ Hydro Driver Guest-Bartender Party in review
+ All Tickets and Passes on sale now
+ Web page updates
+ The Gold Cup has been restored! Celebrates it's 100th Anniversary
+ News from Evansville Thunder
+ Live River Cam at the Great Lakes Maritime Institute

Legends Flyer (June 13, 2004)
Join us to celebrate "DANNY FOSTER DAY", Friday July 16th (raceweek)!
Friday July 16th, 12 noon at Sindbads restaurant, a short walk from the Dodge Pit area

Party Flyer (May 21, 2004)
The Jefferson Yacht Club Presents "Racy" Guest Bartenders
Monday June 14th, 6-9pm

Regatta Review #11 (May 13, 2004)
+ Important DRRA Volunteer Meeting - Thursday May 20th
+ Jefferson Yacht Club presents "RACY" Guest Bar Tender night
+ A Huge Gathering of Vintage Boats Planned for the Gold Cup
+ Mini Gold Cup - R/C Hydro race on Belle Isle - May 23rd

Regatta Review #10 (April 2, 2004)
+ New Gold Cup Web Site
+ Two-Time Gold Cup Winner Danny Foster to speak at MPR meeting
+ Detroit selected as Race Site Of The Year - 2003
+ Last chance to join our Founders Club as a Charter Member
+ DRRA Booster bumper stickers are available
+ Last call for "Letters of Intent" by Vintage Owners
+ Special Gold Cup rates for 2004 at the Marriott Renaissance
+ Miss Budweiser's Farewell Tour - 2004
+ Miss Budweiser shatters World Speed Record for Kilometer run

Press Release (March 15, 2004)
Detroit selected by Hydro-Prop as 2003 Race Site of the Year

Press Release (February 9, 2004)
Visit us at the MBIA Detroit Boat Show

Regatta Review #9 (February 6, 2004)
+ Hello for 2004!
+ The Challenge to restore The Cup
+ The DRRA Founders Club
+ From the Rumor Mill
+ 50 Years ago: The 1954 Gold Cup Remembered

Regatta Review #8 (November 19, 2003)
+ Volunteers - Sign up for 2004 NOW for the best deal
+ The 2004 Michigan Sports Hall Of Fame nominates D'Eath
+ Vintage Race Boat participants - Call for letters of intent
+ Art Asbury, Canada's fastest man on water, passes away

Regatta Review #7 (November 2, 2003)
+ DRRA Volunteer Appreciation Party!
+ International Motorsports Hall Of Fame - 1st Power Boat racer selected!

Regatta Review #6 (October 21, 2003)
+ Gold Cup Merchandise is Available!
+ Art Asbury - Canada's Fastest Man On Water
+ Great Lakes Maritime Institute - Online Videos and Auction
+ Marine Prop Riders Annual Banquet

Regatta Review #5 (September 12, 2003)
+ See the APBA Gold Cup race on SPEED Channel this Sunday!
+ A tentative date for the 2004 Gold Cup has been selected!
+ The J. Lee Schoenith Memorial Award goes to .. Dave Villwock
+ Nate Brown to drive the repaired U-8/LLumar at San Diego
+ More Gold Cup 2003 photos
+ Letter from Tom D'eath to all DRRA members

Regatta Review #4 (August 25, 2003)
+ Mitch Evans Thrills Crowd with Piston Powered Win -
First Piston Powered Gold Cup Victory in Twenty Years
+ Thoughts about the 2003 Gold Cup - From Steve Montgomery
+ The APBA Gold Cup: "The Ultimate Prize" - by Fred Farley

Complete 2003 results from DRRA Timing and Scoring
Note: Unlimited timings are unofficial and may differ from HydroProp's

Regatta Review #3 (August 17, 2003)
+ New details about Ticket Will-Call, Credential pickup
+ New details about the remote parking area ($5 with free shuttle)
+ A letter from the DRRA President, Tom D'Eath

Regatta Review #2 (August 12, 2003)
+ The Silver Cup Sweepstakes Free-For-All
+ The "Detroit International Water Speedway"
+ Streaming audio direct from the Public Address system
+ New name for our newsletter - The "Regatta Review"
+ Hotel Discounts: "Great Rates For Gold Cuppers"
+ Support the Detroit River Regatta Association
+ "Miss Chrysler Jeep", Mark Weber and the Gregory Team ready

Regatta Review #1 (August 1, 2003)
+ Detroit APBA Gold Cup Event Status - NEW NEWS
+ First up - Volunteer meeting announced for this Tuesday!!!
+ A letter from the DRRA President, Tom D'Eath
+ About this newsletter

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