The EMYC Fast Electric group runs a large variety of boat classes. This covers a number of NAMBA and IMPBA registered classes and a few club spec classes to suit the needs of both the novice and experienced boater.

Information about racing days, points series, regional and national events is available on the articles section of our website, the forums – or - by contacting representatives.

If you are planning on purchasing a boat for yourself or another, there are several things to consider, including boat class (type of boat), weather or not you will be racing and radio frequency. A variety of boats can be used just for fun, that would allow future modifications for use in competition. Our spec class boats for instance provide entry level enjoyment, at lower cost but can be used regionally in a sanctioned race if the interest is there.

If you are planning to race, you will want to be careful in choosing a boat that is currently supported and fills your goals. LS Offshore and LS Hydro are 12 cell spec classes with national popularity and they are represented by the best numbers in the club. The spec classes were developed to keep initial cost of ownership as low as possible, and keep the level of competition reasonable and fun. Any of the modified classes can be raced locally and nationally, they are more technically complex and generally higher in cost considering the use of higher technology for cutting edge performance. A variety of Modified Mono and Hydro classes have a good local following.

Another thing to consider is that we are careful to control the limited (30 available) radio channels that are available. Be sure to call a Fast Electric representative to find which channels are available before buying any radio. Check the web site for current contact information (www.EMYC.org).

If you are buying a boat for a gift, we strongly encourage you to contact us before purchasing a boat. Racing with boats in the same class is a large part of the fun in Fast Electrics, just as in full-sized boats. The EMYC follows NAMBA regulations in regards to classes, course layout and general rules of operation. More information can be accessed at NAMBA.com

Before buying a boat we strongly encourage you to visit us at the south pond of Centennial Lakes park (Thursday evenings) to discuss your interests and meet the people who are currently active in Fast Electrics.

Here’s a general description of commonly run boat classes, listed in order of active participants.

LS Offshore: Cells: 12 Motor: 8.4v 700bb Hull: 24” min mono, no step hull (Electro Vee most common) Hardware: Any surface drive Details: http://www.emyc.org/article_boat.asp?id=5 Speeds average 25-30mph LS Hydro: Cells: 12 Motor: 700 size can type motor Hull: 24” min sport hydro design Hardware: Any surface drive Details: http://www.emyc.org/article_boat.asp?id=6 Speeds average 30-35mph LS Mono: Cells: 6 Motor: Chameleon Hull: 17: min mono, no-step hull Hardware: Any surface drive Details: http://www.emyc.org/article_boat.asp?id=4 Speeds average 20-25mph N2 Mono: Cells: 6 Motor: Any motor Hull: Mono no-step hull Hardware: Any drive Speeds average 30+ mph P Sport Hydro: Cells: 12 Motor: Any motor Hull: Any scale sport hydro 24” min length Hardware: Any drive Speeds average 50+ mph O Sport Hydro: Cells: 8 Motor: Any motor Hull: Any scale sport hydro 20” min length Hardware: Any drive Speeds average 40+ mph P Mono: Cells: 12 Motor: Any motor Hull: Any mono no-step hull Speeds average 40+ mph N2 Hydro: Cells: 6 Motor: Any motor Hull: Any three point hydro design Hardware: Any drive Speeds average 35+ mph