This bygone age of outboard motor racing—the late 1920s to the early 1960s—is vividly captured in this all-encompassing reference. The origin of outboarding's great popularity—including its heyday race down the Hudson River to New York City—is featured, in addition to an in-depth look at Mercury Marine’s racing efforts and the company’s famous boss, Carl Kiekhaefer, and his “green onions.” Also included are lists of kit boats and plans and a glossary of terms to help enthusiasts new to the field.
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Peter Hunn, an avid lifelong outboard racing enthusiast, is the author of The Old Outboard Book. He lives in Fulton, New York.
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Very good book on the early history of outboard racing,
By Samuel L Cullis Jr (Edgewater, MD United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Golden Age of the Racing Outboard (Paperback)
A very good book on the early history of outboard racing. Not too technical so no one will be scared off or bored with details. Peter Hunn's writing style makes it especially easy to read.
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A Wealth of Information!!,
By Scott M Smith (Fishers Landing, NY USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Golden Age of the Racing Outboard (Paperback)
This book offers great reading, works as a fairly comprehensive reference material, and as always, Peter's anecdote's add much color to the names, places and dates contained. There is a nice mini-biography on Hank Bowman, and plenty of other colorful characters from the world of outboard boat racing. Lots of great information on the motors and boats, too. If you're a fan of the 1950s outboard boat racing scene, this book is a MUST have! If you're a collector of old Mercury outboards, this book is a MUST have! If the sound of a pack of Mark 20H Mercs going into the first turn sends shivvers down your spine, then this book is a MUST have! Well worth the money! Get your wife to buy it for you for Christmas! - Scott "112-N" Smith
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A Well Done History Of Outboard Racing,
By "sjvanepps" (Fruitport, Michigan USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Golden Age of the Racing Outboard (Paperback)
As a former outboard racer, APBA Stock and NOA Am Pro and Pro, I found this book to be very well done. Mr. Hunn did his homework. Based on my experiences, I could add a few things but overall a great work.The book was a real memory maker for me. I worked for Hubbell Motors and raced in California and Michigan from 1956 until 1969 and won one national championship in B Alky Hydro at Sanford Michigan in 1966. If you love racing outboards, you will love this book.
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