Unlike a traditional regattas, these guys start the race from a dead stop. They also haul way more ass than a regular boat….
“The International DN Ice Yacht World and North American Championships are being held in Kingston, Ontario. From the Kingston Yacht Club, we skated out to the middle of the lake, and put together a little highlight piece for them to remember the event by. Great job Kingston Yacht Club!”
International DN iceboats often achieve speeds of 48 knots (89 km/h; 55 mph) while racing, and speeds as high as 59 knots (109 km/h; 68 mph) have been recorded.
