Albert Lee Sponsors U-21 in Debut at Seafair
Seattle based Albert Lee Appliance and Go Fast Turn Left Racing today announced a partnership for the 2015 Albert Lee Appliance Cup at Seafair.
Go Fast Turn Left’s U-21 will represent Albert Lee in Seafair’s 65th consecutive hydroplane race on Lake Washington.
The U-21 finished 2nd in the 2014 APBA Gold Cup and was on track for its best season ever when it was all but destroyed in a blow-over accident at the HAPO Columbia Cup race. The Go Fast Turn Left crew worked long hours over the winter and spring to rebuild the damaged hull, and the boat is virtually brand new at this point, with major improvements to the configuration. Owners Greg and Brian O’Farrell expect the U-21 to be a strong competitor in future races and are looking forward to the inaugural appearance at Seafair. Veteran hydro pilot Brian Perkins will drive the new boat.
Announcing the sponsorship, Albert Lee Appliance President Albert Lee III said “In our 6th year as title sponsor of the Seafair race, we decided a competing team was important for our branding efforts. With our past relationship, Go Fast Turn Left was the obvious choice to represent us. We’re really looking forward to a spectacular event this year!”
Crew Chief Jim Harvey and the Go Fast Turn Left crew are spending the coming days finishing the newly rebuilt hull and will be ready to run hard for Seafair Weekend.
About Albert Lee Appliance
In 1939, Albert Lee opened Albert Lee Furniture, a quality custom furniture store. After the war and a 2nd story refrigerator delivery fiasco for a friend, Albert Lee Furniture became Albert Lee Furniture and Appliances. 76 years later, Albert Lee Appliance, a three-generation, family-owned business continues to grow and serve the Pacific Northwest communities with top quality sales, service and installation for all your appliance needs with the largest selection of appliances in Washington State. Stop by one of five Albert Lee Appliance locations in Seattle, Southcenter, Lynnwood, Bellevue and Tacoma. Albert Lee Appliance, more than just high-end. Visit their website at www.albertleeappliance.com
About Go Fast Turn Left Racing
Greg and Brian O’Farrell were born with boat racing in their genes. The father-son team represent the second and third generation within the family to have such a strong connection to hydroplane racing. As a kid, Greg attended every Seafair, except for the year he was in boot camp. “I got hooked early. My father was friends with Willard Rhodes who owned the Thriftway team. Bill Muncey gave me a ride in Thriftway Too and there was no turning back!”
As he built the very successful Lakeridge Paving Company, Greg couldn’t escape the lure of hydroplaning. In 2005, Lakeridge Paving sponsored a Fred Leland hull which was driven by Jeff Bernard. In front of a huge Seafair audience and on live television Miss Lakeridge Paving made news by passing Jeff’s uncle Terry Troxell who had just won the APBA Gold Cup.
Encouraged by the success of sponsoring a boat, Greg stepped up and bought two Leland hulls including “Lucky.” With Brian Perkins behind the wheel, the U-50 “Spirit of the Navy” made every final heat on the eastern circuit and the team garnered the respect of everyone in boat racing.
The next move for Greg and Brian was to step up to a more competitive ride for 2010, so they purchased the U-21 from Kevin Aylesworth and Jeff Johnson. After a winter of tuning, the U-21 became a contender on the H1 Unlimited circuit.
For additional information contact Jim Simpson, [email protected] 503 880-5522
Albert Lee Sponsors U-21 in Debut at Seafair
Seattle based Albert Lee Appliance and Go Fast Turn Left Racing today announced a partnership for the 2015 Albert Lee Appliance Cup at Seafair.
Go Fast Turn Left’s U-21 will represent Albert Lee in Seafair’s 65th consecutive hydroplane race on Lake Washington.
The U-21 finished 2nd in the 2014 APBA Gold Cup and was on track for its best season ever when it was all but destroyed in a blow-over accident at the HAPO Columbia Cup race. The Go Fast Turn Left crew worked long hours over the winter and spring to rebuild the damaged hull, and the boat is virtually brand new at this point, with major improvements to the configuration. Owners Greg and Brian O’Farrell expect the U-21 to be a strong competitor in future races and are looking forward to the inaugural appearance at Seafair. Veteran hydro pilot Brian Perkins will drive the new boat.
Announcing the sponsorship, Albert Lee Appliance President Albert Lee III said “In our 6th year as title sponsor of the Seafair race, we decided a competing team was important for our branding efforts. With our past relationship, Go Fast Turn Left was the obvious choice to represent us. We’re really looking forward to a spectacular event this year!”
Crew Chief Jim Harvey and the Go Fast Turn Left crew are spending the coming days finishing the newly rebuilt hull and will be ready to run hard for Seafair Weekend.
About Albert Lee Appliance
In 1939, Albert Lee opened Albert Lee Furniture, a quality custom furniture store. After the war and a 2nd story refrigerator delivery fiasco for a friend, Albert Lee Furniture became Albert Lee Furniture and Appliances. 76 years later, Albert Lee Appliance, a three-generation, family-owned business continues to grow and serve the Pacific Northwest communities with top quality sales, service and installation for all your appliance needs with the largest selection of appliances in Washington State. Stop by one of five Albert Lee Appliance locations in Seattle, Southcenter, Lynnwood, Bellevue and Tacoma. Albert Lee Appliance, more than just high-end. Visit their website at www.albertleeappliance.com
About Go Fast Turn Left Racing
Greg and Brian O’Farrell were born with boat racing in their genes. The father-son team represent the second and third generation within the family to have such a strong connection to hydroplane racing. As a kid, Greg attended every Seafair, except for the year he was in boot camp. “I got hooked early. My father was friends with Willard Rhodes who owned the Thriftway team. Bill Muncey gave me a ride in Thriftway Too and there was no turning back!”
As he built the very successful Lakeridge Paving Company, Greg couldn’t escape the lure of hydroplaning. In 2005, Lakeridge Paving sponsored a Fred Leland hull which was driven by Jeff Bernard. In front of a huge Seafair audience and on live television Miss Lakeridge Paving made news by passing Jeff’s uncle Terry Troxell who had just won the APBA Gold Cup.
Encouraged by the success of sponsoring a boat, Greg stepped up and bought two Leland hulls including “Lucky.” With Brian Perkins behind the wheel, the U-50 “Spirit of the Navy” made every final heat on the eastern circuit and the team garnered the respect of everyone in boat racing.
The next move for Greg and Brian was to step up to a more competitive ride for 2010, so they purchased the U-21 from Kevin Aylesworth and Jeff Johnson. After a winter of tuning, the U-21 became a contender on the H1 Unlimited circuit.
For additional information contact Jim Simpson, [email protected] 503 880-5522