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Runaway Crosses the Finish Line

July 19, 2010 Bayview

Runaway with George Zimmermann on board crossed the finish line in Mackinac of the Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race at approximately 2am this morning.  Listen to his final audio blog about his experience aboard the Runaway and check out some more amazing pictures taken during the race. 
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The race may be over [...]

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As the Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race Continues…..

July 18, 2010 Bayview

As the Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race continues, listen to this audio blog from our own George Zimmermann on the Runaway from earlier today.
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And remember all the boats are equipped with a GPS tracking system, and we are proud to be the exclusive host of the live tracking.  Follow [...]

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Getting Ready to Start the Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race

July 17, 2010 Bayview

It’s a beautiful morning in Port Huron as our own George Zimmermann and the crew of the Runaway get ready to start the Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race.
Listen to George’s audio blog and check out the slide show of what is happening in Port Huron as they get ready to race.  Check in later tonight [...]

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Blue Water Fest

July 12, 2010 Bayview

With the Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race starting in Port Huron on Saturday July 17, 2010, we decided to give you a roundup of all the events that are happening in the Port Huron area in conjunction with the race.
The Blue Water Fest runs from July 15 through July 17 and is comprised of many fun [...]

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Crossing the finish line

July 27, 2009 Bayview

Early this morning, the first of the boats began crossing the finish line at Mission Point on Mackinac Island in the Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race.  We are proud to announce that Eagle One, the boat upon which our very own George Zimmermann was crewing, has crossed the finish line, and was the first to [...]

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Getting closer…

July 26, 2009 Bayview

Pure Michigan’s George Zimmermann is back with a mid-afternoon update from Eagle One in the Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race.  After a slow, calm start to the day, the winds are finally picking up, helping push the boats closer and closer to that finish line on Mackinac Island.  Eagle One is expected to cross that [...]

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Day Two of the Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race

July 26, 2009 Bayview

It’s the second day of the Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race, and Pure Michigan’s own George Zimmermann is back with another update.  The racers had a good night – with the exception a brief squall that came through, the weather was fairly calm. 
This race comes with a lot of history – it started in 1925 with [...]

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The Race is On

July 25, 2009 Bayview

The Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race is underway, and Pure Michigan’s own George Zimmermann is aboard Eagle One, and keeping us all updated as they sail up Lake Huron towards Mackinac Island.
Outside of a little rain, the weather has been fantastic for the all the racers.  Let’s hope it stays that way!
Check out George’s latest [...]

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Mackinac Here They Come – Latest Race Update

July 25, 2009 Bayview

Finally it’s race day, the  Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race is underway.  Pure Michigan’s own George Zimmermann who is crewing for Eagle One will be updating us via satellite phone throughout the race.
Check out his latest update at 10.23am today:
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Boat Night in Port Huron

July 24, 2009 Bayview

It’s Boat Night in Port Huron, the night before the big Pure Michigan Bayview Mackinac Race, and Pure Michigan’s own George Zimmermann is there.  George will be crewing for Eagle One starting tomorrow, and over the course of the race, he’ll be providing updates.  The only place to hear these is right here.
Check out his [...]

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