unlimited hydroplane

For decades, Bill Connolly has been entranced by the sheer velocity of the boats, the pulsating energy of the crowds, and the heart-stopping drama of the races, all of which started with a single televised race in the 1950s. His account of the iconic Gold Cup in Seattle will transport you right to the water's edge, feeling the spray of the water and hearing the thunderous roar of the engines.

Join us as we journey through the history of this adrenaline-soaked sport, touching on the legendary teams, drivers, and the unexpected connection between the world of hydroplane racing and Boeing. You'll also hear about Bill's personal experiences and his favorite race sites, with Seattle topping the list. Tune in for a fascinating journey across the waves and through time in the world of hydroplane racing.

Welcome to episode 92! In part 2 of my interview with Corey Peabody we recall his first victory in an unlimited hydroplane.  He explains what it means to him to be a Gold Cup Champion, to then have a devastating blow over the next week in Madison, Indiana. Enjoy!

Photo by Chris Denslow of Digital Roostertails

Welcome to episode 91! In the first of a 2 part interview I chat with Gold Cup Champion Corey Peabody.  Corey talks about his long friendship with J. Michael Kelly, early days of racing boats, getting his shot in H1 for Graham Trucking and of all things karaoke.  Look for part 2 to drop next week, August 2nd at 5AM PST. Enjoy!

Photo by Chris Denslow of Digital Roostertails

Welcome to episode seventy seven of Roostertail Talk.  Hydro fans rejoiced this year that there was racing again on the Columbia River after last year's covid cancellation. That is due to the huge push by the Water Follies organization as well as their Event Director, Kathy Powell. I talk with Kathy about what it meant to have racing in the Tri again this year, favorite memories of Columbia Cups gone past, what it takes to host a large event every year as well as her journey to Event Director of the Water Follies organization.  Enjoy!

Welcome to the forty-eighth episode of Roostertail Talk.  Joining us for this episode is Jimmy Shane, driver of the Miss HomeStreet unlimited hydroplane—sponsored by HomeStreet Bank.  We talked about racing radio controlled boats, his opportunity in driving a vintage boat, the future of H1 and what the cancellation of the 2020 racing season means to him. This is part 2 of a 2 part episode.  Enjoy!

Welcome to the forty-seventh episode of Roostertail Talk. For this episode I interviewed Jimmy Shane, driver of the Miss HomeStreet unlimited hydroplane—sponsored by HomeStreet Bank. We talked about hydroplanes, family racing traditions, his entry into H1, the Porter years and the transition to the Miss Madison Racing Team. This is part 1 of a 2 part episode.  Enjoy!