Tastin’ n Racin’ event ends after 16 years
January 1, 2013
By Staff
After 16 years of thunderous hydroplane racing and family-friendly fun, Tastin’ n Racin’ will come to an end.
Citing rising expenses and unreasonable insurance requirements, organizers made the decision to end the summer event, held at Lake Sammamish State Park, effective immediately.
Over the years, Tastin’ n Racin’ gave Eastside communities the opportunity to experience the excitement of hydroplane racing, up close and personal.
The event also hosted classic car shows, motorcycle charity rides and carnival rides through the years.
Tastin’ n Racin’ became a model event for boat races across the country, where they adopted the formula of combining a family festival on the land with the thrill of racing on the water.
In a press release, the organizers thanked past attendees, volunteers and Lake Sammamish State Park for their support.
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very sorry to see this great event pass on. It was a highlight of the race year. It was a great opportunity to bring out the vintage boats of all classes. It has been said that “only the good die young” and that is what we have seen here. Hope that someday it can be revived.
Came from Sacramento, CA to see the race a few years back, Sorry to see it end as it was a great, fun race to attend.