The Golden Age of the Racing Outboard

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This bygone age of outboard motor racing—the late 1920s to the early 1960s—is vividly captured in this all-encompassing reference. The origin of outboarding's great popularity—including its heyday race down the Hudson River to New York City—is featured, in addition to an in-depth look at Mercury Marine’s racing efforts and the company’s famous boss, Carl Kiekhaefer, and his “green onions.” Also included are lists of kit boats and plans and a glossary of terms to help enthusiasts new to the field.