Monday, June 22, 2009

JMK Tests New Ride

From the ABRA Site  http://www.abrahydroplanes.com/ :
JMK Tests New Ride
 

J Michael Kelly of Auburn, Washington climbed into the cockpit of his new ride, Ted Porter's U -7, for the first time on Saturday morning at Alum Creek Park near Columbus, Ohio and liked what he felt.  "I've been lucky to drive some great boats," said Kelly, "but nothing like this."

Kelly got a lot of seat time in the test session, taking his boat out 4 times.  He also tested his team-mate Jeff Bernard's U-5 twice, subbing for Bernard who was at home in Seattle attending memorial services for his step-father, Terry Troxell.

 Kelly impressed his new team by adapting quickly to his new ride.  U-5 crew chief Tom Anderson said, "These guys (Kelly and Bernard)  both know how to get the most out of a raceboat.  It should be a fun season"

Photos:   James Crisp


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