Hanson Hydros

Hanson Hydros Specializing in 6” hydroplane models, and 3” yearly fleets, handmade and handpainted out of bass and balsa wood.

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1996 FleetFor the past 5 years the Miss Budweiser seemed unstoppable, but the teams dominance finally showed signs of v...
06/17/2026

1996 Fleet

For the past 5 years the Miss Budweiser seemed unstoppable, but the teams dominance finally showed signs of vulnerability. The rise of PICO American Dream and the consistently fast Smokin’ Joe’s created one of the most competitive seasons in years, making the Miss Budweiser ultimately lose the championship in 1996

While the top three were the ones battling for the championship, the 4th and 5th place boats (DeWalt-Miss Madison and Harvey Motorsports)
had deck to deck races all year long and had amazing results as well.

I love showing off season lineups, as they always compliment each other so well. One thing no one can deny, is the 90’s definitely had some of the best sponsorships!

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1992 Coors DryThis hull raced in only three events during the 1992 season, but its appearance in San Diego became legend...
06/10/2026

1992 Coors Dry

This hull raced in only three events during the 1992 season, but its appearance in San Diego became legendary. There, a young but talented crew chief named Dave Villwock was set to make his Unlimited driving debut in the cockpit of this experimental design.

While the goal was simply to continue testing the hull and gain experience in Unlimited racing, in the final heat Dave and the Coors Dry team pulled off an unbelievable upset victory. A major feat as a driver winning in his first Unlimited race hadn’t happened since Howie Benns in 1974. This hull would be re-branded to Miss Circus Circus the following year (‘93).

These two wing designs are incredibly hard build and take about twice as long as a “normal” hull. Pair that with the very tricky paint scheme of the zig-zags and random lines on the back and this model was definitely in the top 3 of most challenging I’ve done so far.. but I do think it turned out just about perfect.

Also fun fact- this is only the second model I have made with a salt water snout, as most people don’t like the look of them, but this is the San Diego version so of course it had to have it.

Thank you Vicky!

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My camera seems to be having trouble focusing… or maybe I’m just not ready to show it all yet? Either way, you’re going ...
06/07/2026

My camera seems to be having trouble focusing… or maybe I’m just not ready to show it all yet?

Either way, you’re going to want in on this one.

Stay tuned.

1978 Miss MadisonFor the ‘78 season, the Miss Madison team acquired a proven race winning hull that had previously ran a...
06/03/2026

1978 Miss Madison

For the ‘78 season, the Miss Madison team acquired a proven race winning hull that had previously ran as the Pay ’n Pak (Winged Wonder) and Atlas Van Lines. The community owned team refurbished the boat and adapted it to their program, going from Merlin to Allison power, giving Madison a competitive entry against the sport’s larger funded teams.

While the team did not win a race that year, 1978 proved to be a major step in the right direction. Miss Madison finished 4th in the championship standings, while Ron Snyder earned 2nd place in the drivers standings. The hull remained a reliable and competitive part of the team for the next decade, until new safety regulations in 1989 made enclosed cockpit capsules mandatory.

I’ve made two of these in the last couple of weeks and a third in process, so thank you Vicky, Mike and Scott!

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1964 Notre DameDriven by legend Bill Muncey, the Notre Dame team was in good hands for the ‘64 season. It started off br...
05/27/2026

1964 Notre Dame

Driven by legend Bill Muncey, the Notre Dame team was in good hands for the ‘64 season. It started off brilliant in the first race at Guntersville, Alabama where Muncey piloted the hull to victory, in what was considered an upset win with beating the heavily favored Miss Bardahl team.

The first race might have given the Notre Dame team false hopes though. The boat proved to be very fast through the season, but it was also described to be rough riding and incredibly difficult to handle at speed, making Guntersville the only win of the year for them. With the ill riding boat and lackluster results, Muncey’s relationship with the team fell apart halfway through the season and he was eventually replaced by Rex Manchester.

Some might think it’s a very basic hull and paint but I personally love the look. The light blue is one of my favorite colors to use and with the white it just looks so clean.

Thank you Brent!

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Very productive weekend in the shop!One boat cleared, a couple in the paint process, four built, and three more cut out ...
05/25/2026

Very productive weekend in the shop!

One boat cleared, a couple in the paint process, four built, and three more cut out and ready to build.

Any ideas on what the four in front will be?
Hint: They are in order by year in picture, earliest on left, to newest on right.

Does the dad in your life talk about the glory days of boat racing every chance he gets? Are you stuck every single year...
05/22/2026

Does the dad in your life talk about the glory days of boat racing every chance he gets? Are you stuck every single year trying to figure out what to get him for Father’s Day? Look no further.

Over the last 3 years, I’ve made countless models for birthdays, holidays, and special occasions. Seeing people give them to dads, grandpas, husbands, and friends has honestly been one of the coolest parts of doing this.

Every boat I make is handmade with detail and personality built into it. Whether it was his favorite boat as a kid, a boat he crews on, or just one that takes him back to the “Good old days” it would be a prized piece in his collection and something he would be proud to show off, guaranteed!

Send me a message if you want to get one in time for Father’s Day, only a few spots left!

05/20/2026

🚨 It's that time! Your May Giveaway Winner Is.....

Thank you everyone for participating, we had over 550 entries! WOW!

Thanks again David with Roostertail Talk for going all in with giveaway! I've got a few more lined up for the summer months so make sure you keep an eye on the page, you don't want to miss your chance on the next!

2019 Oberto “Super Salami”This beautiful paint scheme ran prior in 2018 with the Wiggins race team, but with their catas...
05/19/2026

2019 Oberto “Super Salami”

This beautiful paint scheme ran prior in 2018 with the Wiggins race team, but with their catastrophic crash in Seattle, the hull was not race able in 2019. So for the first time in Miss Madison team history, they fielded two separately sponsored hulls in a season, giving hydroplane fans a final, thrilling look at a classic sponsorship that had previously netted the team six national high-point championships.

It may not look like it, but it was incredibly hard to paint this model. The red and green on the real boat was a reflective foil wrap and getting a color match was extremely difficult, along with making sure the huge letters along the deck matched up and were symmetrical on both sides. But usually the tough ones are the best looking in the end, and I was blown away with how great it looked when complete.

Thank you Vicky!

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