Inevitably the water wins. The all-time record run of 3,007 crates is held by Susan Lundquist. Each year's Crate Race attracts plenty of contestants and it is a good idea to register early. It's a sight not to be missed and an event certainly worth trying, if for no other reason than the memory and the ability to brag that you challenged the crates at the Maine Lobster Festival. Tips for running the crates - If you have made up your mind to take the challenge of running the lobster crates this year, here are some tips to keep in mind.
Bare feet trying to find traction on the wet, wood crates is an exercise in futility.
Move with speed. Trying to take a Sunday stroll on the string of crates is a sure-fire way to get wet very quickly. Acrobatic falls get a lot of applause from the audience. Race organizers keep rowboats in the water to assist contestants who take the plunge. Don't be embarrassed to accept a ride back to shore.