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Boat racing is generally a family sport, and when Mum or Dad
get to race in a V8 powered circuit race boat, the kids can also
join in and race in the junior class. The Junior class boats is
a great way for kids to be involved in boat racing. While creating
an excellent source of fun for the kids, it also puts them on
the right track for when they want to step up to the "big
boats" later in life.
Junior boats are small outboard powered boats. There are horsepower
restrictions for the respective age group classes.
Junior J1 Class - Drivers in this
class must be aged eight to sixteen years. - The power of both
inboard and outboard motors used in this class is limited to 6
HP.
Junior J2 Class - Drivers in this
class must be aged ten to sixteen years. It is desirable that
drivers in this class obtain, if available a State Boat Authority
Young Adult Licence (or equivalent). Junior J1 Class drivers,
stepping up must meet the age requirement for the J2 class. The
power of both inboard and outboard motors used in this class is
limited to 10 HP. Purpose built or production race motors or "hotted
up" motors are not permitted.
Junior J3 Class - Drivers in this
class must be aged twelve to sixteen years. It is desirable that
drivers in this class obtain, if available a State Boat Authority
Young Adult Licence (or equivalent). Junior Class J1 and J2 drivers,
stepping up must meet the age requirement for the J3 class. The
power of both inboard and outboard motors used in this class is
limited to 15 HP. The OMC Stock "A" motor, similar purpose built
or production race motors or "hotted up" motors are not permitted.
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