Episode 106: Radio Broadcast from the 1973 APBA Gold Cup, Part 1

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Prepare to time travel with us and revisit the thrilling 1973 Gold Cup! We're dusting off the archives to bring you the heart-pounding sounds of the roaring Merlin and Allison engines, the electrifying pre-race show, and the intense competition along the Columbia River. Hear from some of the top names to grace the race like Mickey Remond, Jim Lucero, and Fred Alter, and feel the excitement of the spectators who were there to witness this historic moment. Red Loomis, a former driver, gives his perspective on the race and the drivers, sharing that the one who breaks first will likely win. This is only the first flight of heats (Heat 1A, 1B, and 1C). Next week will give you the conclusion to this exciting chapters in boat racing history!

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Chapter

1. Episode 106: Radio Broadcast from the 1973 APBA Gold Cup, Part 1 (00:00:00)

2. 1973 Gold Cup Nostalgic Trip (00:00:24)

3. Car Buying and Boat Racing (00:08:04)

4. Gold Cup Race 1973 Start (00:22:11)

5. Hydroplane Race (00:32:41)

6. Boat Racing Strategy and Results (00:39:25)

7. Unlimited Hydroplane Race Analysis (00:51:15)

8. Boat Race (01:02:56)

9. Pizza Pizza Sponsorship in Racing (01:10:09)

10. 1973 APBA Gold Cup Race Update (01:23:03)