Top O' Michigan Outboard Racing Club

06/18/2026

Good Morning Race Fans! 🏁

Here to give everyone a quick update on the status of the 78th Top O' Michigan Marathon Nationals based on the high water levels we're still experiencing here in Northern Michigan!

‼📣Short Answer: THE RACE IS STILL ON! 📣‼

We are still planning as if everything is all a go. We have 51 days until the green flag drops and we are still hopeful that we will see some stabilization and drops in water levels.

Things we are aware of and are planning accordingly:

▪️ Course modifications for Sunday in the case that Crooked River does not open by August (it is still closed).

▪️ Working with local DNR representatives, local authorities, and the USCG to ensure a safe race as race date approaches.

▪️ Paying extreme attention to water levels so no aspect of our race negatively impacts the community, residences, property, etc.

▪️ We do not have a 'cancel by date' yet. The goal of a 'cancel by date' is so racers, spectators, and fans can better plan their summers and travels and hopefully get some deposits back for lodging if applicable. This potential date will be discussed next week at our club meeting and shared, if applicable, once decided upon.

Overall, our goal is always safety for ALL involved. That has always been the same and will never change.

We are not ready to throw in the towel yet! 👏

06/03/2026

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The complete Sunday album from the 2026 Fireside 500 in Presque Isle, Michigan. Hosted by the Top O' Michigan Outboard Racing club.

06/03/2026

‼ Fireside 500 Full Results ‼

SATURDAY:
Eastern Champ results
25SSR:
1. 19M - Dustin Fierek
2. 25 - Will Affholter
3. 91M - James Klein
4. 41M - Tom Loomis
5. 9A - Ari Roberts
6. 149M - Charlie Smith
7. 89M - Dan Pearson
8. 67M - Leland Broge
9. 212M - Hal LeDuc
10. 51M - Mike Affholter

CSR:
1. 44M - Chase Fairbairn
2. 24M - Peter Lauer
3. 999V - Mac Pfalzer
4. 202M - Jamison Janicki
5. 85M - Paul Teike
6. 696M - Mike Parrott
7. 23M - Lynne Pearson
8. 201M - Jacob Smith
9. 129M - Sheldon Vizina
10. 655M - Brennan Conners
11. 60M - Ron Beaudoin

DSR:
1. 441M - Luke Bosker
2. 7z - Jim Gardiner

Bonus Marathon results
25SSR:
1. 91M - James Klein
2. 19M - Dustin Fierek
3. 25 - Will Affholter
4. 9A - Ari Roberts
5. 41M - Sam Fairbairn
6. 212M - Hal LeDuc
7. 51M - Mike Affholter

CSR:
1. 44M - Chase Fairbairn
2. 999V - Mac Pfalzer
3. 85M - Paul Teike
4. 696M - Mike Parrott
5. 201M - Jacob Smith
6. 129M - Sheldon Vizina
7. 655M - Brennan Conners
8. 395M - Robert Vuke

DSR:
1. 441M - Luke Bosker
2. 114M - Owyne Greenier
2. 7z - Jim Gardiner

Closed Course:
25SSR
Day 1
1. 24M - Peter Lauer
2. 89M - Dan Pearson
3. 67M - Leland Broge
4. 41M - Tom Loomis

Day 2
1. 89M - Dan Pearson
2. 24M - Peter Lauer
3. 67M - Leland Broge

AXH
Day 1
1. 112M - Austin Veum
2. 27M - Gabriel Parrott
3. 111M - Taylor Veum

Day 2
1. 112M - Austin Veum
2. 111M - Taylor Veum
3. 2. 27M - Gabriel Parrott

AXR
Day 1
1. 112M - Austin Veum
2. 57R - Gabriel Parrott
3. 111M - Taylor Veum

Day 2
1. 111M - Taylor Veum
2. 57R - Gabriel Parrott
3. 112M - Austin Veum

SUNDAY:
Sunday Marathon results
25SSR:
1. 19M - Dustin Fierek
2. 41M - Tom Loomis
3. 91M - James Klein
4. 149M - Charlie Smith
5. 44M - Sam Fairbairn
6. 67M - Leland Broge
7. 25 - Will Affholter

CSR:
1. 24M - Peter Lauer
2. 999V - Mac Pfalzer
3. 44M - Chase Fairbairn
4. 23M - Dan Pearson
5. 85M - Paul Teike
6. 696M - Mike Parrott
7. 201M - Jacob Smith
8. 129M - Sheldon Vizina
9. 655M - Brennan Conners
10. 60M - Ron Beaudoin
9. 395M - Robert Vuke

*DNF, DSQ, and incomplete (not enough boats) classes are not included in results*

05/31/2026

We love J Schwartz photography ❤️🏁👏🏼

05/27/2026

here we go! see everyone soon! 😎🏁

RACE WEEKEND▪️ Presque Isle, MI

🔸 Top O' Michigan Outboard Racing Club is proud to present the Fireside 500 Regatta. Grand Lake in Presque Isle, Michigan, sets the stage for an action-packed weekend of racing. Best of luck to all competitors and thank you to the volunteers working behind the scenes to make it happen.

Sanction info ⬇️
https://apba.org/Sanctions/print_sanction.php?EditID=14295

📸 J Schwartz photography

05/19/2026

Online registration is live for Fireside! There will be NO paper entry blanks available as APBA is now fully on trackside. You must register online in order to participate. That means your APBA membership needs to be active to register!

If you need assistance with this, you need to contact APBA HQ.

Please read this in its entirety as this is a new process for all of us this season!

It is $80 per class for BOTH DAYS of racing.
It is $80 for TWO DAYS of marathon racing.
There is an option at the bottom for a THIRD DAY of marathon racing for $40.

All short course classes are being offered.
There will be 3 marathons ran.

If you are only running ONE day of short course, you must register for both days and you will be refunded the day you do not race.

Racers - there is also single event hot pits available online. PLEASE DO THIS NOW FOR YOUR CREW and come prepared!

Directions: Fireside Inn 18730 Fireside Hwy, Presque Isle, MI Accommodations: Fireside Inn on Grand Lake If bringin a camper, motorhome, or plan on sleeping in your trailer, there will be a fee due to the Fireside Inn - please call them so they can set aside space for your rig! Fee is $75 dollars.

04/29/2026

‼ HELLLLOOO RACE FANS! ‼

Great news for our fans that aren't local to Northern Michigan!

We FINALLY have an online store so you can order apparel to be shipped right to your door!

Big thank you to Dyanna with Mackellar in Rochester Hills! She helped fit the puzzle piece we've been missing!

We currently have our 77th Anniversary shirt available but that will be taken down in a couple months - so get your orders in ASAP!

There are youth sizes, sweatshirts, crewnecks, and long sleeves available as well.

Something to note - these are printed and made to order as they come in! This means it will take a while for your apparel to get to you - so just be patient! 😎

Anyone has any issues shoot us a message as this is a new venture for us!