Detroit Boat Races

Sad news! Craig Williams, who produced and published the Detroit unlimited hydroplane race program, has passed away. Condolences and prayers for his family and friends. @H1Unlimited @HydroRacing

The DREI (Detroit Riverfront Events Inc.) and H1 Unlimited have strategically decided to target a race in 2025, ensuring potential sponsors have ample time to plan and promote. (Click to our Facebook page for more info) facebook.com/share/HdJmtE58…

Hydroplane history returns to the #Detroit River August 23-25 with 7 vintage unlimited #boats and the addition of the Belle Ilse Marathon with more classes and ticket information coming soon. Oh yes, and the best of the best - the @H1Hydroplanes will race for the APBA Gold Cup!

The new @H1Unlimited organization is already making a positive mark on the sport. Not only will @SPEEDSPORT replay the races from 2023, but they will have a full hour show produced for airing at a later date. #Racing #Motorsport tinyurl.com/35uh46tt

This is super news! Especially for the Detroit unlimited hydroplane community! #Detroit #sports #Motorsport #boatrace

For those who asked, the Miss U.S. 1 vintage team will not run in Detroit during the 2023 calendar year.

A big thanks to the dive teams, medics, fans and the Detroit Police for coming out for the planned run of the Miss U.S. 1. Unfortunately, wind conditions prevented the run from taking place.

On Monday, Nov 6, Mark Weber will be driving the Roy Duby, Miss U.S. 1 on the Detroit River unlimited hydroplane course. They have the river from 10 am to 1pm. Check our Facebook page for more details. #Detroit #Racing #boats

We are thrilled to announce the return of hydroplane racing to the Detroit River in 2024. We invite our volunteers and fans to save the dates - Friday, August 23, through Sunday, August 25. Stay tuned for event details as we unveil exciting updates. #Detroit #Motorsport

Sad day for boat racing. Billy Schumacher has passed away. Condolences to Jane, his family, and close friends. seattletimes.com/sports/other-s…

Look like @AndrewTate101 has not lost a step! Congratulations! @APBA_Racing #Motorsport

Here is today's story written by @TonyPaul1984 of @detnews_sports on the status of hydroplane racing in #Detroit #Motorsport #Boat #Racing @DetroitBIC bit.ly/3QtONpm

Here is today's interview (August 15) with DREI Board Member Doug Bernstein and President of the Belle Isle Conservancy @DetroitBIC Michelle Hodges on the current and future of hydroplane racing in #Detroit @wjrradio @PaulWJR #Motorsport #Boat #Racing bit.ly/3bVIufj

Even though there will not be a race in 2022, the DREI Board has been reaching out to community leaders to help develop a race in '23 and a sustainable program for boat racing on the Detroit River. Interview will be posted on the Detroit Hydrofest #Facebook page when available

Monday, (August 15th) at 7:49am EDT, Doug Bernstein and Michelle Hodges (president and CEO of the Belle Isle Conservancy) will join Paul W. Smith Morning Show at 7:49 on @wjrradio 760AM. #BOATRACE #Detroit #community #Motorsport @PaulWJR

Happy birthday, Tom! The '76 Gold Cup win was designated as one of the most attended events during our country's Bicentennial Celebration. It was also apropos that you drove the Miss U.S. to victory. @APBA_Racing @H1Unlimited @H1Hydroplanes

Very sad news. Bob Dabrowski, a longtime Hydrofest volunteer and an integral part of the Quake on the Lake Race, has passed away. Racer Bob also competed as a driver in the APBA limited ranks. Prayers for his family, friends. (Phil Kunz photos)

Detroit Unlimited Racing LLC made a new addition to its team. Brent Hall will be named backup driver for both the U-7 and the U-10 with a goal of being qualified as an unlimited driver during the 2022 season.

@Marcus_Ray29 @LarryFoote313 @Malik_Ray25 He is being schooled by one of the best!

Tampa Bay Bucs LB coach @LarryFoote313 my brother, friend & 3x Super Bowl Champ (2 w/Steelers & 1 as a coach ‘20) schooling my son @Malik_Ray25 from my home office.. Film session & chalk talk ✌🏾

This link will take you directly to the interview. bit.ly/3yWgIFl

Board Member Doug Bernstein discusses the decision behind calling off the 2021 #Detroit Hydrofest, looking ahead to '22 plus other past and present topics. Click the link, go to E1287 for the @PaulWJR interview. @wjrradio #Racing #Motorsport wjr.com/paulwsmith/