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RED-HOT UI6 UNLIMITED HYDROPLANE SEEKS CORPORATE SPONSORS FOR 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 15, 2005 Seattle, WA. . .One of the hottest and best-known boats on the unlimited hydroplane circuit - The U16 - is seeking corporate sponsors for the 2006 unlimited hydroplane race series. The highly-regarded U16 is one of the winningest hydroplanes ever. The unlimiteds are the biggest and fastest in this high-speed sport, with most of the big boats powered by gas turbine helicopter engines, as is the U16. The U16 finished second in total points for the second time in three seasons. The U16 hydroplane, owned and operated by the Ellstrom Manufacturing Company, is currently back home in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle, being readied for next season. The U16 typically races on a 2 or 2-1/2 mile course, with speeds in excess of 200 miles per hour. Sven Ellstrom, owner of he U16, refers to the Hydroplane Race circuit as “water rockets. The unlimiteds are really NASCAR on water – incredibly fast, big machines driven by the best in the business.” “Some marketers may be unfamiliar with the sport but it’s an unforgettable experience when you see it on TV or, even better, live in person,” says Shannon Polito of LeJend Consulting, “The overpowering sound of massive engines on the boats and 100 foot rooster tails create an adrenaline rush that takes your breath away.” U16 Hydroplane sponsorship offers: SUBSTANTIAL NATIONAL FAN BASE in KEY DEMOS: An exhilarating sport with an enthusiastic, national fan base with most in the key 21-34 demographic, who love the thrill of 200+ mph action on the water. PRIME MEDIA EXPOSURE: The unlimited hydro series dominates local sports and entertainment news coverage in key markets nationally throughout the weeks and months in advance of the race weekends; delivering powerful exposure for sponsors’ products and services within the community. Extensive corporate hospitality ensues during each race weekend. EXCITING SPECIAL EVENT OPPORTUNITIES: A large semi trailer rig with large sponsorship logos transports the U16 across the country and makes retail appearances in and on its way to each race market for additional merchandising opportunities at special events. Customers and employees love being a part of unlimited hydroplane special events. A RANGE OF SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS: Individual race and race series sponsorship packages are available from $75,000 to $1,250,000. |
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