NZ Offshore Powerboats create 'Thunder on the Coast'

11:12 AM Thu 10 Feb 2011 GMT

'’’NZ Blokes’’ looks set for a hat trick after winning at Taupo and Gisborne.' Cathy Vercoe LuvMyBoat.com

Round Three of the Rayglass New Zealand Offshore Powerboats takes place on Saturday 12th February off the coast of Maraetai on South Auckland's East Coast. Wind and tide have a huge impact on this area known as the Tamaki Strait as it is a relatively narrow stretch of water, running between the mainland and several islands of the Hauraki Gulf, and often acts as a funnel as the tide pours in toward Auckland. After two races in the 2011 series, some teams are starting to look like they have a strong chance of dominating the racing in their class. Several ...

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