Newsweek In The Powerboat Nation—February 7-14

Though the Miami International Boat Show, which opened Wednesday, generated plenty of news, there were all sorts of worthwhile stories to report beyond South Beach this week. Big Thunder Marine had a killer boat show of its own, the second-year Tip Of The Spear Poker benefitting the Navy SEAL Foundation opened sponsor registration and Renegade Boats unveiled a new 42-foot center console at a regional boat show in Kansas. And as you can see from the list below, there’s a whole lot more news to catch up on if you missed it the first time around.

Friday, February 14

Pro Class 1 XINSURANCE South Aces First Test Session

Though the 45-footer looked dramatic on the water, the Wednesday test session was devoid of drama.

Brit Lilly and Bill Pyburn enjoyed a flawless test-session in the new XINSURNANCE South Pro Class 1 raceboat.

Second-Year Tip Of The Spear Poker Run Opens Sponsor Registration

Coming back strong for an excellent cause.

Thursday, February 13

New Renegade Powerboats 42’ Open Makes Debut At Overland Park Boat Show

Riding on its triple-axle trailer from CTS Custom Trailers, the new 42′ Open center console from Renegade Powerboats made its debut today at the Overland Park Boat Show.

A new 42-foot Renegade debuted this week at the Overland Park Boat Show in Kansas.

Miami International Boat Show 2025—In The Rearview

Highlights from the South Beach-headquartered event.

Nor-Tech At 35—The Lady In Red, Part II

Though a tad shorter than the original, the second Lady Lisa is every bit as spectacular as the first.

The second Lady Lisa Nor-Tech may have been even more spectacular than the first. Photo by Pete Boden/Shoot 2 Thrill Pix.

Wednesday, February 12

Julian Maldonado—Offshore Racing’s Stealth Fighter

Multi-time world and national champion Julian Maldonado (center) doesn’t say much, preferring to let his throttling talk for him.

Image Of The Week—DCB M42R Getting Into The Grove

Demo riders who made appointments to experience the new DCB M42R catamaran are in for a treat.

Tuesday, February 11

Rocky Top Power Run Heading Into Third Year With New Host Venue

Set for early August, the Rocky Top Power Run opens registration this Saturday.

‘Miss FPC Model Search’ Fashion Show Added To Miami Boat Show Bash

Going on its third year of making Miami Boat Show spirits bright.

Big Thunder Marine Stars In Its Own Show

Success on the home-front.

Monday, February 10

Photo Gallery—Flashbacks From The 2015 Miami International Boat Show
What a difference 10 years makes.

Sunday February 9

Statement Enters A New Era Of Center Console Performance With Innovative 430 Tigress Catamaran
Statement Marine is expecting its first 430 Tigress catamaran center console to make a big splash at this week’s Miami International Boat Show from the Rockford Fosgate display.

Saturday, February 8

Miami International Boat Show Offering Mobile App

A useful app for navigating the annual South Beach event

DCB Performance Marine M42R Cats No. 2 and 3 In Progress, No. 1 In Demo Mode

The new 42-footer is a hit.

Friday, February 7

Miami Boat Show Poker Run Approaching Sellout

The event is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.

Joey Imprescia Celebration Of Life Set For February 18

The offshore racing community mourns the loss of one its most beloved and respected figures.

—Compiled by Matt Trulio