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The Jim Carlstrom Memorial Race is an annual event held in Lewiston, Idaho, on the Snake River, honoring the memory of Jim Carlstrom, a renowned jet boat racer and longtime competitor in the Thunder on the Snake series YouTube+1. The race is part of the Thunder on the Snake jet boat racing circuit, which features high-speed jet boat races on the Snake River, a popular venue for competitive jet boat racing in the Pacific Northwest.
- 2026 edition taking place on September 6, 2026
- Location: Lewiston, Idaho, on the Snake River.
- Format: Part of the Thunder on the Snake jet boat racing series, featuring multiple classes such as U & A, U357, and others
- Purpose: A tribute to Jim Carlstrom, a respected figure in the jet boat racing community, known for his skill, safety advocacy, and contributions to the sport
- Circuit Tribute Lap: The race includes a special lap dedicated to Jim Carlstrom.
