# Episode 70 - Ty Newton Flatbottom K-boat Racer

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Podcast: [Powerboat Talk](https://stenobird.com/podcast/powerboat-talk-6249876)
Published: 2026-05-06T09:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Powerboat Talk, we sit down with veteran flatbottom K-boat driver Ty Newton of Phoenix, Arizona, a multi-time national champion and member of the American Power Boat Association Hall of Champions (2009). With more than three decades behind the wheel and 15 years in K-boats, Newton brings a deep well of experience and perspective to the conversation. Newton shares the story of his recent trip to Australia to compete in the BAD Boat Challenge , marking his third appearance in the event after first competing in 2019. He breaks down the unique challenges and joys of racing down under. The conversation dives into some of the technical differences between American K-boats and their Australian counterparts. Newton reflects on the harsh realities of competition, recounting a difficult outing at the Australian event with the Mr. Big Stuff racing team that began with a violent flip and barrel roll and continued with another spin and multiple DNFs, ultimately falling out of contention. Newton shared his future plans to return to Australia and drive the Mr. Big Stuff K640 looking for some retribution. The boat remains down under in the possession of new co-owner Craig Cook. Newton discusses his new role as crew chief for his son Talon Newton and the challenges and joins of teaching his son. Talon competes in the SA 105mph class in Southern California Speedboat Club events on the west coast. The Newton's will also be hitting courses on the east coast this year competing in events in Decatur, IL, Hampton, VA, and Cambridge, MD. You can follow Ty Newton on Instagram @tyracer61 and Facebook @Ty Newton You can follow Talon Newton on Instagram @legacy.racing.61 and Facebook @Talon Newton Visit our website at www.powerboattalk.com View the video for this episode: www.y…

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