NATIONAL MODEL BOATING
ORGANIZATIONS
There are three national model boating organizations in
the United States and Canada:
APBA or American Power Boat Association
(RC Boat Category)
www.apba-rcboating.com
IMPBA or International Model Power Boat Association
www.impba.net
NAMBA or North American Model Boat Association
www.namba.com
Each of the three organizations has its own rule book
governing model boat racing, sanctioned events, and
recognized records. Organized model boat racing is
offered at both regional and national levels. Location of
clubs, race dates and locations, membership applications,
and other information can be obtained through their
respective web sites.
Another good source for information regarding all aspects
of model boat operation is:
http://www.rcuniverse.com
Of course, racing does not have to be an organized and
sanctioned competition to be fun. Small informal races
can be very exciting.
Here are some suggestions for setting up a simple
racecourse for boats:
• Make 2 to 4 simple and inexpensive “marker buoys” with
empty milk jugs, string, and heavy objects for anchors,
similar to the above sketch.
•
For “drag racing” place the buoys similar to the
above sketch.
• For “oval racing” place the buoys similar to the above
sketch.
Note:
The patterns shown are not based on
any sort of offi cial standards; therefore, you may set
up racecourses any way you choose. Smaller courses
provide more action and excitement.
The length of the races can be determined by a set
number of laps around the buoys (for example, the fi rst
boat to complete fi ve (5) laps is the winner); or by time (for
example, whoever is leading at the end of two (2) minutes
is the winner).
GOOD LUCK AND GREAT BOATING!
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