In partnership with the New Hampshire Boat Museum (NHBM), the South Shore Outboard Association (SSOA) will again host the Granite State Title Series in 2022. A popular outboard racing series that was revived last year after a brief hiatus, the first event takes place in Milton, NH at the Town’s Recreation Department Summer Kick – Off Celebration on June 4 – 5.
“We are thrilled to partner again with the South Shore Outboard Association,” said NHBM Executive Director Martha Cummings. “The sport of hydroplane racing is a lot of fun and family-friendly.”
At the event, drivers are divided into ten different classes, each determined by engine horsepower and boat size. Drivers will compete on an approximate 3/4-mile rectangular race course.
Races will be held in a two-heat format with each heat consisting of three laps around the course. Drivers are scored based on their finishing position in each heat. The driver who scores the most total points for the two heats will be declared the winner.
Awards will be presented to the top three finishers, and all drivers receive National points for their finishes. With these points earned, drivers are ranked nationally by the American Power Boat Association with a National Hi Point Champion declared at the end of the racing season.
“Events in the Granite State Title Series are very exciting, fast-paced, and perfect for spectators of all ages,” said SSOA Events Coordinator Steve Noury. “If you have never seen this style of racing before, this is your chance.”
About NHBM
Founded in 1992 by antique and classic boating enthusiasts, NHBM is committed to inspire people of all ages with an understanding of, and appreciation for, the boating heritage of New Hampshire’s fresh waterways. NHBM exhibits, events and programming covers everything from boat charters, boat trips and race boats to canoes, wooden boats, outboard motors, sculling, sailing sunfish, and Lyman and Johnson motors. Some of our hands-on programs take place on Lake Winnipesaukee. NHBM is sponsored in part by Goodhue Boat Company, Eastern Propane and Oil, Stark Creative, KW Lakes and Mountains, and FL Putnam.