Welcome World Championship Teams!
Speeds up to 160mph
Thank you for registering and being part of the 2025 World Championships!
Each class offers its own unique challenges and excitement, attracting a diverse range of participants and fans to the thrilling world of jet boat racing. Whether you're drawn to the lightning-fast speeds of the Unlimited Class or the competitiveness of the CX Class, there's something for everyone to enjoy in the adrenaline-fueled sport of jet boat racing.
Meet the Race Teams
| Unlimited Class Specs | |
|---|---|
| Hull | Any shape or material with a minimum length of 16’. |
| Engine | Unlimited engine restrictions or modifications. |
| Exhaust | Any exhaust complete with mufflers. Jet engines do not require exhaust. |
| Propulsion | Jet drive. |
| Roll bar | (Mounted & braced) Chrome moly recommended. No aluminum. |
| On board breathing system | Recommended. |
"Unlimited" Class Teams
Defending Champions
UIM1 - Unnatural Disaster
Driver: Gord HumphreyNavigator:
U204 - Miss Ede
Driver: Darren WeaverNavigator: Bryan Steed
U777 - Unicorn
Driver: Regan WilliamsonNavigator: Wasey Hollingworth
U339 - Bad Habit
Driver: Chad BurnsNavigator: Nick Kruse
A Class jet boats are powered by big V8 engines – delivering raw power and adrenaline-pumping performance on the water. These finely-tuned machines are built for agility and control, allowing race teams to navigate through technical legs with little to no mishaps. With races often decided by mere fractions of a second, every decision counts in the pursuit of victory. Many world championships have been won by A Class boats.
| Race Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Hull | Any shape or material with a minimum length of 16’. |
| Engine displacement | Shall not exceed 470 cubic inches (7700cc) or AMS 'spec engine' appropriate restrictor plate. |
| Superchargers, blowers & turbos | Allowed at 1.8 X cubic inch ratio. |
| Diesel engines | Not subject to any multiplication factors to obtain their racing class irrespective of whether forced induction is used. |
| Oxygenated fuel | Not allowed for engines up to 470 cubic inches. |
| Exhaust | Any exhaust complete with mufflers. |
| Propulsion | Jet drive. |
| Roll bar | (Mounted & braced) Chrome moly recommended. No aluminum. |
| On-board breathing system | Recommended. |
"A" Class Teams
A216 - LIQUID COURAGE
Driver: Barry Pelkey
Navigator: Jesse Reinhart
A399 - Whitey
Driver: Dale Whiteside
Navigator: Mike Hudon
Photo Credit: MT Actions Photography
Experience the adrenaline rush of CX Class racing, where skill and precision are paramount. This is one of the most competitive classes in Jet Boat Racing due to the crate engine rule. In this class, competitors navigate through challenging legs, showcasing their experience and talent. Get ready for intense competition as teams push themselves and their boats to the limit in pursuit of victory.
| Race Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Hull | Any shape or material with a minimum length of 16’. |
| Stock Crate Engine | GM LS3 Engines 376ci CT525, GM #19259233/525 Fuel Inj., GM #19271821/525 Carb, GM #19301360/525 Fuel Inj., GM #19271821/525 Carb, GM #19244549/480 Fuel Inj., GM #19171225/515 Carb. Any carburetor or fuel injection engines, normally aspirated only. |
| Stock crate intake manifold | With no modifications. Repaired engines must use GM parts pertaining to that engine. |
| Engine Components | Any oil pan (no dry sumps or vacuum pumps allowed), any valve covers, any ignition or distributor. No overbore, no sleeves, no grinding, no cutting, no filing, no milling, no porting, no balancing or engine modifications allowed. No valve seat modification, untouched factory heads only. |
| Modified Cooling Systems | Allowed, air/water bleed ports, can be enlarged or added, with or without water pump. |
| Exhaust | Any exhaust system allowed with mufflers. No oxygenated fuel allowed. |
| Propulsion | Jet drive. |
| Roll bar | (Well mounted & braced) No aluminum. |
"CX" Class Teams
CX146 – Aquaholic
Driver: Tim GreberNavigator: Sevastien Bedford
CX248 – Hi-Mayntenance
Driver: Denny MayneNavigator: Lake Mayne/Pat Mayne
CX248 – Aftershock
Driver: Justin Hill
Navigator: Josh Hamilton
Photo Credit: MT Actions Photography
CX262 – Twisted Mistress
Driver: Daren Stevens
Navigator: Amber princess wilkie
CX27 – Mizconduct
Driver: Tyler Boyd
Navigator: Kayle Duggan/ Scott Unger
CX167 – Reverse Elevation
Driver: Tanner Froehlich
Navigator: Ty Wheat
CX18 – Flyin' Dutchess
Driver: Doug Stowers
Navigator: Jenny Grandjean
Photo Credit: MT Actions Photography
CX110 – THE REAPER
Driver: Travis Hodges
Navigator: Nick Ingraham
CX72 – Lethal Larry
Driver: Blair Bambush
Navigator: Nathan Marcoux
CX57 – Mohr Aggressive
Driver: Clint Mohr
Navigator: Mike Moroun
CX176 – Fury
Driver: Josh Inman
Navigator: Gerald Gayton
CX187 – Hillbilly Canoe
Driver: Ken Stacey
Navigator: Nic Davis
CX166 – Ramboat
Driver: Félix Beaudoin
Navigator: Jeremy
CX152 – Dirty Harry
Driver: Clayton WolsleyNavigator: Rob Wilson
CX151 – Leroy
Driver: Trapper Wolsley
Navigator: Jimmy Jackson
CX133 – Makin Time
Driver: Len Majeau
Navigator: Cam Allary
The FX Class combines speed, agility, and strategy for an exhilarating racing experience. This is a great class for anyone entering jet boat racing. Featuring a diverse range of boats, this class offers thrilling competition for both participants and spectators alike.
| Race Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Hull | Any shape or material with a minimum length of 16’. |
| Glass Windshields | Not allowed. |
| Engine | GM ZZ4 355 HP CRATE engine (GM part number 24502609) with stock GM intake or GM ZZ5 CRATE engine (GM part number 19301294) with stock GM intake. ZZ6 (part number 91351533), ZZ6 EFI (part number 19368149), or CT400 (part number 88869604). Repaired engines must use GM parts pertaining to that engine. |
| Engine Components | No sleeves, no milling, no roller rockers allowed. No porting, no polishing, no grinding, no cutting, no filing, no balancing, no port matching or modifications, no valve seat modifications. Untouched factory heads only. Any ignition system, any oil pan (no dry sumps or vacuum pumps), any valve covers. |
| Carburetor | 750 CFM maximum & 1” spacer thickness maximum. 3 only 0.060 gaskets. |
| Exhaust | Any exhaust system allowed with mufflers. No oxygenated fuels allowed. |
| Propulsion | Jet drive. |
| Roll bar | (Well mounted & braced) No aluminum. |
"FX" Class Teams
FX867 – Hellfish
Driver: David WaltonNavigator: Tim Vyse
