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Endurance Race Teams:

RPM RACING ENTERPRISES is pleased to announce that the Nordic & Hallett Boats Lake Elsinore Gran Prix Enduro Presented by Nick Rose Insurance is a "Go!!"

Here's the important information:

  • Two day event (Sat.& Sun) - April 7 & 8
  • 2 hours each day.
  • Most accrued laps after 4 hours is declared overall winner. As with the Parker Enduro, emphasis will be on the Division winners.
  • Same rules as the Parker Enduro.
  • La Laguna Resort & Launch Ramp will be the site for pits/event.
  • Lake Elsinore Gran Prix Enduro will be held 1st, in the am (anticipated start between 8:00-9:00 am each day to try to avoid wind/weather).
  • 1 mandatory pit stop each day.
  • Course will be same as NWSRA Water Ski races - we are considering the entire perimeter of the lake which is 5 miles.
  • NWSRA "Diamond Classic" Water Ski Races will be held after the conclusion of the Lake Elsinore Gran Prix each day.


More detailed information and entry forms next week.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call or email.

Sincerely,

Ross Wallach, President
RPM RACING ENTERPRISES
1803 Morgan Lane
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 318-4012
www.rpmracingent.com
 
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Hey Ross, any updates on entry prices or anything like that ?


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Entry form says $ 400.00 if pre registered by March 25, (e-mail said by March 31). $ 450.00 after. Don't have to pay till race weekend. Race weekend registration will start on Friday April 6 at La Laguna Resort.
 

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Just learned that the La Laguna Resort campground is under construction for the year. No RV spaces available for the race weekend.
 

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Any ideas on how many boats are entered?
 

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I know the city of Lake Elsinore required 30 boats to reserve the dates and they had 22 commitments in early February.
 

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If you did not run long course for both the ski race and the marathon you could have one more boat. Boat race with bumps is fun.
 

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Lake Elsinore Gran Prix Enduro Race Teams:

We just received word that La Laguna’s RV Park is closed and under construction (only the campground portion of La Laguna) the parking lot and launch ramp are open. However, you can park motorhomes / RVs in the BACK 2 or 3 ROWS (by the palm trees) of the asphalt parking lot for the weekend of our event. You will be charged a nominal fee by La Laguna to camp. Obviously no hook ups.

Please be space conscious when setting up your camp as we need to accommodate both the ski race and boat race teams. Keep in mind, we must keep open fire lanes. NO motorhomes in the 1st 3 or 4 rows (depending on space needed by the boat & water ski race teams) only the back 2 or 3 rows will be used for motorhome parking.

Motorhomes / RVs parked elsewhere will be asked to move. Do not line motorhomes along the front closest to the lake.

Also, food to order will be available on site for both breakfast and lunch.

Thanks!
 

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If you did not run long course for both the ski race and the marathon you could have one more boat. Boat race with bumps is fun.
As I said anyone can drive fast in flat...driving rough water and fast different talent. One bonus to short course is the spectators see the action.
 

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Haven’t seen to much hype on this enduro. Are there many of you entered ? I heard that there was 30 plus entered but not talk about it.


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The race is this coming weeekend (April 7 & 8). Race starts at 9:00 am both days (2 hours + 1 lap each day) La Laguna Resort & Boat Launch. 32040 Riverside Dr, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 Should be a great event!

Still looking for a few more patrol/tow boats for the race. Anyone interested, please contact Ross (310) 318-4012 or [email protected]

Thanks!
 

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This is great. It reminds me of the Havasu Classic racing two days two hrs each. You guys got it goin on.
 

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Less than 24 hours until the flag drops on the 2018 Nordic & Hallett Boats Lake Elsinore Gran Prix Enduro Presented by Nick Rose Insurance, Krude Boyz Racing, Jet Re-Nu & Ahern Rentals!! Who's going to lead the overall and each division after Day 1?

Come on out to La Laguna Resort & Boat Launch and see!! Racing Starts at 9:00 am immediately following the Enduro is the 3rd Annual Diamond Classic Marathon Waterski Races!!

La Laguna Resort & Boat Launch is located at 32040 Riverside Dr, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530

For more information please visit www.rpmracingent.com or on facebook RPM RACING
Questions, Call (310) 318-4012.
 

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Endurance Race Teams:

RPM RACING ENTERPRISES is pleased to announce that the Nordic & Hallett Boats Lake Elsinore Gran Prix Enduro Presented by Nick Rose Insurance is a "Go!!"

Here's the important information:

  • Two day event (Sat.& Sun) - April 7 & 8
  • 2 hours each day.
  • Most accrued laps after 4 hours is declared overall winner. As with the Parker Enduro, emphasis will be on the Division winners.
  • Same rules as the Parker Enduro.
  • La Laguna Resort & Launch Ramp will be the site for pits/event.
  • Lake Elsinore Gran Prix Enduro will be held 1st, in the am (anticipated start between 8:00-9:00 am each day to try to avoid wind/weather).
  • 1 mandatory pit stop each day.
  • Course will be same as NWSRA Water Ski races - we are considering the entire perimeter of the lake which is 5 miles.
  • NWSRA "Diamond Classic" Water Ski Races will be held after the conclusion of the Lake Elsinore Gran Prix each day.


More detailed information and entry forms next week.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call or email.

Sincerely,

Ross Wallach, President
RPM RACING ENTERPRISES
1803 Morgan Lane
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 318-4012
www.rpmracingent.com

Where do the spectators go? Are there any entry fees?
 

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The Nordic & Hallett Boats
Lake Elsinore Gran Prix Enduro
Presented by:
Nick Rose Insurance
Ahern Rentals, Jet Re-Nu, Hot Rod's & Hobbies

The 1st annual Nordic & Hallett Boats Lake Elsinore Gran Prix Enduro Presented by Nick Rose Insurance, Ahern Rentals, Jet Re-Nu, Hot Rod's & Hobbies took place on April 7 & 8 at La Laguna Resort & Boat Launch in Lake Elsinore. Endurance powerboat racing pits boating enthusiasts against professional powerboat racers from all areas of the sport, flatbottom vs. mod VP outboard, Inboard powered V bottom vs. jet boats. 16 entries in 7 divisions were on hand to see if they could not only win their respective division and become the “King of the Lake” the title bestowed on the overall champion for the endurance race. The Le Man’s start kicked off the race with all entrants lined up on the banks of the Lake Elsinore waiting for the flag to drop. What can only be described as one of the best starts in power boat racing, the teams made their way South to the 2ndt turn up some 2.5 miles down the length of the lake. Leading the 1st lap was the #193 Nordic & Hallett Race team from Lake Havasu City, AZ with Randy Davis at the wheel. From that point on the Enduro would be a game of attrition and who could survive to claim the win. Davis & co-driver Gordon Jennings would have to pick up the pace after a required pit stop left them in the 4th spot giving the lead to #54 also a Div. VII Nordic hull driven by Krude Boyz Race Team Owner Dirk Olsen, Anthem, AZ and his Co-Driver Ryan Heiser, Dickinson, ND. 3rd overall at this point would be veteran outboard and Div. VI Steve Linder #307 from Henderson NV driving the Mercury/Stoker. As the checkered flag was raised to conclude day #1, Brian Vessely, LakeHavasu City, AZ #222 Div. III spun in turn 4 leaving Steve Davis #737 Nordic Racing nowhere to go except through the Velocity Production Ski boat sending both driver's to the hospital with what turned out thankfully to be minor injuries. For Sunday, all teams lined up in the finish order from Saturday minus the #222 & #737. Again, the start proved to be a great equalizer and the Div. IV Grand Nationals roared to the front of the pack hot on the heels of the two Nordic's. Two hours later the 1st annual Lake Elsinore Gran Prix Enduro had come to it's conclusion and with that the #193 Team of Randy Davis & Gordon Jennings grabbed the top spot to claim the overall & Div. VII win and the Title “King of the Lake” for 2018. Congratulation to the Division champions: Mike Purcyznski, Hemet CA #151 Div. I, Kevin Taylor #234, Henderson NV- Div. II, Tanner Kelm & Nick Batchelor, Long Beach, CA #562 - Div.III, Cole Noble, Lomita, CA GN#30 - Div. IV, Steve Linder Div. VI Champ. Congratulation to all entrants of this years grand event.

RPM Racing Enterprises would like to thank the sponsors, staff & NWSRA and volunteers that made the race possible and for their support!

Overall Results:
1st- #192 Div. VII Randy Davis/Gordon Jennings - 63 Laps
2nd- #54 Div. VII Dirk Olsen/Ryan Heiser - 61 Laps
3rd - #307 Div. VI Steve Linder/John Stewart - 55 Laps
4th - #GN30 Div. V Cole Noble - 47 Laps
5th - #234 Div. II Kevin Taylor/Tim Carmack - 46 Laps
6th - #562 Div. III Tanner Kelm/Nick Batchelor - 43 Laps
7th - #151 Div. I Mike Purczynski - 34 Laps
8th - #63 Div. I Greg MacDonald/Samantha Mac Donald/Jasper MacDonald - 26 Laps
9th - #722 Div. III Craig Gregory/Brian Vessely - 23 Laps
10th- #737 Div. III Steve Davis/Todd Haig - 23 Laps
11th-#7 Div. III Jeff Barrus - 21 Laps
12th - #369 Div. IV Heath Hiebert/Kaylee Hiebert/Tom Buksa - 13 Laps
13th - #24 Div. IV Eric Sperry/Brock Keenan -12 Laps
14th - #343 Div. VI Keith Bandy -9 Laps
15th - #45 Div. III Todd Kelm/Katelyn Wendt- 1 Lap
16th - #33 Div. III Frank Randel DNS

Results by Division:

Division I
1st - #151 Mike Purczynski, Hemet, CA "Rum Runner"- 34 Laps
2nd - #63 Greg MacDonald/Samantha MacDonald/Jasper MacDonald/Logan Kelsey "Dragonfly" - 26 Laps

Division II
1st - #234 Kevin Taylor/Tim Carmack, Henderson, NV "R & R Prop Shop -46 Laps

Division III
1st- #562 Tanner Kelm/Nick Batchelor/Todd Kelm/Michelle Davison Long Beach, CA "Gretchens Auto" - 43 Laps
2nd- 9th - #722 Craig Gregory/Brian Vessely, Newport Beach, CA "Velocity"- 23 Laps
3rd - #737 Steve Davis/Todd Haig, Lake Havasu City, AZ "Nordic Racing" - 23 Laps
4th -#7 Jeff Barrus, Long Beach, CA "Angry Bird Racing" - 21 Laps
5th - #45 Todd Kelm/Katelyn Wendt, Long Beach, CA "Gretchen Auto" - 1 Lap
6th - #33 Frank Randel, Bakersfield, CA -DNS

Division IV
1st-GN30 Cole Noble/Mike Noble/Pat Hoban, Big River, CA "Under Pressure" -47 Laps
2nd- GN 369 Heath Hiebert/Kaylee Hiebert/Tom Buksa, Perris, CA "Corn Fed" -13 Laps
3rd - GN 24 Erick Sperry/Brock Keenan, Canyon Lake, CA "Body Snatcher" -12 Laps

Division VI
1st- #307 Steve Linder/John Stewart Henderson, NV "Attitude Adjustment" - 55 Laps
2nd- #343 Keith Bandy, Huntington Beach, CA "Darth Baker" 9 Laps

Division VII
1st- #192 Randy Davis/Gordon Jennings, Lake Havasu City, AZ "Nordic Racing" - 63 Laps
2nd- #54 Dirk Olsen/Ryan Heiser, Anthem, AZ "Krude Boyz Racing" - 61 Laps
 

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Thanks. Looks like ya`ll had a fair turnout for a first event.
 

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It wasn't bad and for those that committed and raced it was a great event, for those that committed and didn't show it sucks as I specifically asked for commitments of 30 entries to host this event as to lose money on an event is just not a good business model. 28 people initially committed which is why I pulled the trigger hoping we'd get to 30 but having a good comfort level of 28 but then it dropped to 26 and then 24 but on race day I could have never predicted it dropping to 16. Lesson learned and next year it will take 30 committed entries or there won't be a race. I fully understand family, life and boat "issues" but next year it will be non refundable entry fee upon commitment as it's not the 1st time I've been burned but in this case it will be my last.
 
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