Episode 153: Mark Tate, Part 1
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David Newton sits down with hydroplane racing legend Mark Tate to discuss his remarkable career from outboard racing to becoming a Gold Cup champion in the Unlimited class. Mark shares stories about his family's racing legacy and his journey through the sport's highest levels. Join us next week for part two of our interview with Mark Tate where we'll continue exploring his storied racing career.
*Photo taken by Bill Osborne
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Chapters
1. Episode 153: Mark Tate, Part 1 (00:00:00)
2. Introduction to Rooster Tail Talk (00:00:25)
3. Mark Tate's Family Racing Legacy (00:02:38)
4. Detroit-Seattle Hydroplane Rivalry (00:06:34)
5. The Shaneth ATA Experiment (00:08:34)
6. Breaking into Unlimited Racing (00:12:41)
7. From Harvey to Woomer's Team (00:19:21)
8. The Historic 170 MPH Lap (00:22:50)
9. Episode Wrap Up and Next Week (00:30:14)
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