Carrabba's Team Blythe Takes Atlantic City, NJ by Storm!
Carrabba's Team Blythe
came to Atlantic City, NJ, the gambling mecca of the east,
with unsure expectations. It was a new sanctioning
body for which the team normally does not race which has different
rules and regulations, and the odds were stacked against them.
The maximum speed for the Carrabba's boat is 69.9 miles per
hour according to APBA rules, but in this OPA sanctioned event
(Offshore Performance Association) there were boats in our
class capable of running 78 miles per hours. So, at best we
were hoping for a fourth place finish. But we beat the odds
and came in third place and stood proudly on the podium to
except our trophy. Atlantic City was a great town to visit
for the team. There was a lot to do and because it was so
close to home we had many family and friends on hand to cheer
us on. The folks from the Turnersville Carrabba showed up
to show their support, special thanks to Charlie and Sandy,
owners, for all the support. The team was treated to great
food and great service ...thanks for a great time. See you
next year. The casinos were a perfect backdrop for the race
boats. It provided great exposure for all sponsors. The event
was well attended by thousands of old and new fans. | 
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Carrabba's Team Blythe visits Charlie at his Turnersville store, thanks Charlie for all your hospitality and special thanks to your great staff.
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The boat was proudly displayed outside the Turnersville Carrabba's,
thanks to owner Charlie Pastore who made it all possible. |
Carrabba's Team Blythe visits Turnersville Carrabba's in NJ
with some young race fans posing in front of the big boat. |
Another view of the boat with rig strategically displayed for
patrons and passerbys to get a good look. |
The boat, with staff members and Team Blythe, enjoying some good
times into the wee hours of the night. |
Here is the race trailer and the toter home at the dry pits
on display with the crew members.
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Here is just part of our set-up in the Atlantic City, NJ dry
pits. Special thanks to Grease Monkey, Door to Door and Carrabba's. |
The boat is prepared to go racing. The flags are displayed and
the large casino hotels can be seen in the background. |
A great shot of the boat with the skyline of AC in the background! |
From the roadway our dry pit display can be seen by all vehicles
passing by. |
Carrabba's Team Blythe and other boats head to the start line.
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David Flack, throttleman, with Brian Pinch standing with David's new toy,
a Dodge Viper. |
The race boat is lifted in the air prior to race time. You can
see the Trump Marina in the background. |
The
team is getting ready to go racing. Bonnie Blythe gets ready
to drive while David Flack checks all systems prior to throttling
the boat. |
And away they go..... |
...along with the rest of the race fleet. |
Driver Bonnie Blythe and Throttleman David Flack at the wet pits. |
Home tome neighbor celebrates his win, congratulations Team Watts.
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Team Blythe accepts award.
Left to right: Brian Pinch, Bonnie and Jaycee Blythe, award presenter and David Flack
Carrabba's
Team Blythe had a special showing in front of the Trump Taj
Mahal. Thank you, Donald.
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