"Thunder On The Chain"

"Thunder on the Chain" is Blarney Island's very own drag boat racing. Beginning in 1978 with just a few patrons who were looking to test out their souped-up motors, the boat races have grown into a weekly event during the summer attracting over 5,000 people weekly and featuring professional race boats & drivers from all around the Midwest. Starting the Thursday after Memorial Day, the boat races run for 16 consecutive weeks. This is THE PLACE where professional and weekend race enthusiast can come together to compete outside of the national racing circuit. This is grass roots racing at it's finest! Blarney Island is the only place in the United States where you can see 16 straight weeks of live drag boat racing. Please click here to see this season's Boat Race Standings . Also if you would like racer profiles and more pictures of this season's action use Racine Extemes weekly coverage of Blarney Island's boat races.

Points

100 Registration
50 Per Run
50 Per Win of Class
50 Per By-Run

Due to lack of daylight at the end of the season, only the top four boats in point standings will be allowed to race, beginning August 27th.

High Points: High Point Champions receive plaques and money.  1st runner up receives plaque

All racers in good standing will be invited the Race Party at the end of the Season. Although the season runs from May 28th to September 10th, the Prize money will be awarded weekly. The points start 6/11 and end 9/10

THE DECISION OF THE STARTER WILL BE FINAL!!!

RACERS RECEIVING MONEY WILL BE REQUIRED TO SIGN A W-9 TAX FORM.

Any of these rules or regulations may change due to unforeseen circumstances. When and if they do, they will be posted at the registration booth, at the Island or will be announced at the driver's meeting.

Race Schedule - 2009 Season

5/21 Boat Racers Kick-Off Party,  5/28*, 6/4*, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17 End of Season Party

* No points awarded

7 Distinct "Thunder on the Chain" Classes:

Lake Racer Outboard
Pro Modified Outboard
Lake Racer Inboard
Single Carbureted
Multiple Carbureted
Open Class
Blown Alcohol Class

General Boat Race Guidelines

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