Western Whitewater Association

 

Past Events

 
 

2005 Salmon River Jetboat Races

 

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Close Call

 
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As it is running past the Hays safety boat, the 140 racer hits a roller and catches some air.  It noses back in at an angle to port.
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Speed and the reentry vector cause it to veer suddenly and sharply toward the shoreline.
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The driver immediately cuts the power, but momentum causes it to clatter up on the rocks.
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Fortunately, there are no serious injuries to crew or craft, and the boat is quickly back in the race.

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