2021 NAMBA Nats Race Program

been hot bed for full size unlimited hydroplane racing since the early 50s. It was not surprising Roger's enthusiasm for building and racing scale model unlimited hydroplanes generated one of NAMBA's most popular racing classes. Roger helped build the scale unlimited class by offering plans through Newton Marine. Although Roger is no longer with us, his son David "Mini Czar" Newton, continues a family tradition of providing plans and support for scale unlimited racing. Joe Monohan ( by Jerry Dunlap) Joe Monohan, Mr. 707 Specialties, was a national champion model boater, accomplished RC builder/flyer, and custom car enthusiast. Like me, Joe loved model tunnel boats of all sizes. That Joe won a lot of races with the Dumas Hot Shot 21 I designed created a special bond. He would email me pictures of his latest model boating endeavors, his model airplanes, and his customized 2 door Buick. I think the Buick it was a mid-60s version. A conversation with Joe was always entertaining. Roger Newton (by Jerry Dunlap) Without question, the passing of fellow District 8 and HOF member Roger "Czar" Newton had the largest personal impact. I first met Roger in 1968. Roger's model boating interest was always scale unlimited hydroplanes. Since there wasn't a dedicated 1/8 Scale Unlimited Class in the late 60s, Roger raced his .60 powered Slo Mo in the 60 hydroplane class. Roger won a few races simply by finishing heats. Seattle has Roger Newton with Leonard Feeback with their Scale boats running in C Hydro at the 1973 Nationals in Seattle, WA.