WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
POKER RUN PRESENTED!
Saturday June 18, 2005 at High Noon
The prestigious New York City Powerboat Rally 2005 will take place on the Hudson River on Saturday, June 18th at 12:00 Noon. This Annual Boating Extravaganza, filmed and broadcasted internationally, will feature over 175 "state of the art" Speedboats and Cruisers in what has grown to be one of the largest boating events in America. The who’s who of performance boats and cruisers will be there including Cigarette, Outerlimits, Sonic, Skater, Eliminator, Hustler, Powerquest, Sea Ray, Baja, Spectre, Force, Phantom,Velocity, Sunseeker, Nor-Tech, Black Thunder, Advantage, and more.
The National Powerboat Association is proud to announce our program. We have our headquarters at Liberty Landing Marina in Jersey City, New Jersey, with breathtaking views of Lower Manhattan’s Financial District, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. This expanded facility will give us room for many boating concessions, our Powerboat Show, and land displays, as well as dock space. This show has become America’s most exciting boating event, in America’s largest and most exciting city.
The Festivities
The excitement begins as crews from around the nation begin to arrive at the Liberty Landing Marina. The "Good Voyage" Cocktail Party will start dockside at 6:00 pm at Liberty Landing Marina, Friday, June 17th, 2005.
- Live Entertainment and Dancing
- Refreshments
- Delicious Food
- Boat, Accessories and Apparel Show
(Featuring the latest in Hot Boats and the newest apparel for 2005!)
The Main Event
The fleet will leave from the famous Liberty Landing Marina at the Liberty State Park, home to our Lady Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, located in Jersey City, New Jersey. Starting with a spectacular view of the Manhattan Skyline, boaters will parade North on the Hudson River until the Official start at the George Washington Bridge.
The event will begin at 10:00 am on Saturday June 18th with a Captain’s Meeting at Liberty Landing Marina just opposite the Manhattan’s Financial District. All powerboats are invited to discover this experience of a lifetime! There is a five-hour limit to complete the breath taking 75-mile course. The rain date will be Sunday, June 19th.
The event will consist of 4 waves of participants:
- The 100+ mph Club
- The Speedboat Club
- The Sportboat Club
- The Cruiser’s Club
Four clearly marked world class paceboats will lead each group of participants to a breath taking start up the Hudson River!
The Playing Cards
1. Liberty Landing Marina
2. The Ossining Boat and Canoe Club
3. The Haverstraw Marina
4. Liberty Landing Marina
The playing cards will be opened at the finish line, Liberty Landing Marina.
The Awards Ceremony
Immediately after the exciting 75-mile course the awards ceremony will begin at 2 PM. At 6 PM., Trophies and prize money will be awarded to:
- The Best Looking Boat
- The Best Looking Crew
- The Queen of the Hudson
- The Best Poker Hand for a first prize of $5000.00
The party starts again with refreshments and food at Liberty Landing Marina. Entertainment and Dancing.
Accommodations
The Doubletree Club Suites in Jersey City, NJ
For reservations call or email:
• Barbara Lita at 201-499-2579 ( email )
Jacqueline Moyeno at 201-499-2580 (email)
- Suites sleep four
- Reservations a must! (Last year was a sell out)
- Mention NEW YORK CITY POKER RUN or the NATIONAL POWERBOAT ASSOCIATION & get the corporate discount starting at $149.00 per single/double, and $159 for a quad-suite.
- Reservation Deadline May 20th.
The NYC Poker Run 2005 Entry
- Early entry Discount $600.00 (before May 1st.
- Entry after May 1st $650.00
Entry Includes
- 1 Poker Hand entry into the $5000.00 Grand Prize
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- 2 tickets to the Friday Night Party Liberty Landing Marina and Park
- 2 tickets to the Saturday Award Party Liberty Landing Marina
- additional tickets $25.00 for each party
- Dockage at the Liberty Landing Marina
- Discount at DoubleTree Club Suites.
- Food, Refreshments, Entertainment at parties
Its time to play with our Big Toys Again!!
So put the motors back in the boat, hang the outdrives and put on the new props….Dress up that boat and crew for Cable TV viewing.
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Remember to stay tuned for the
July 30th, 2005 (NEW DATE/TIME) – 12th Annual Manhassett Bay Gold Cup Poker Run on Long Island Sound. Inaugurated by Gar Wood and Horace Dodge during the 1920's on the North Shore of Long island, crowning the
The Largest purse on the circuit October 9, 2005 |
Mark your calendar for future NYC Poker Runs
2006 - June 16
2007 - June 17
The New York City Powerboat Poker Run, The Manhasset Bay Gold Cup Powerboat Poker Run and The Glen Cove Hi-Stakes Powerboat Poker Run and Radar Run are produced by the National Powerboat Association.
The National Powerboat Association is a company dedicated to the advancement of powerboating in America through event promotions and productions as a purveyor of powerboats, powerboat equipment, videos, and sportswear.
Conceived in 1976 with regional events and upgraded in 1982 to national events, the N.P.B.A.'s boating experience assures premium shows and quality products.
For more event information call:
The National Powerboat Association at 203-532-1312
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