Episode 180: 1986 Miami Budweiser Unlimited Hydroplane Championship Radio Broadcast
Send us Fan Mail Episode 180 of Roostertail Talk takes you back four decades to the thrilling 1986 Miami hydroplane race, the Budweiser Unlimited Hydroplane Championship. This special episode features a full radio broadcast of the event, with legendary announcer Jim Hendrix bringing every moment to life over the airwaves. Relive the intensity and drama as some of the sport’s most iconic figures take to the water, including Jim Kropfeld, Bernie Little, Scott Pierce, Todd Yarling, and many more. From roaring engines to razor-thin finishes, this race captures the spirit of an unforgettable era in unlimited hydroplane racing. A big thank you to Laurie Marlow for her generous donation of this historic race audio, helping preserve and share a remarkable piece of hydroplane history. Tune in and experience the excitement of Miami 1986 like never before. *Photo by Bob Greenhow Support the show Help the podcast by subscribing to our new service, Roostertail Talk+. The podcast is still free to all on our website and through all major podcast platforms (such as Apple Podcast, Spotify, Castbox, etc) but with Roostertail Talk+ there is more you can enjoy ! With this service you will get early links to new episodes, enjoy access to extra content, raffle prizes and more. This is a new service that we will be adding to as we move along. As always your support to make this show grow is very appreciated! https://www.buzzsprout.com/434851/supporters/new