Newsweek In The Powerboat Nation—January 31-February 7
There was nothing quiet about this week, which leads up to the 2025 Miami International Boat Show. The annual South Beach event opens Wednesday, February 14, and if it delivers a fraction of the news that came out of the past seven days it will be a big-time success. Plus, the exhibit leads right into the Florida Powerboat Club/Speed On The Water Miami Boat Show Bash, the Miami Boat Show Poker, the Deep Impact Winter Run and Keys Island Runners Islamorada Fun Run.
Buckle up.
Friday, February 7
Joey Imprescia Celebration Of Life Set For February 18
A life lived honorably is worth celebrating.
Miami Boat Show Poker Run Approaching Sellout
The event is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.
Thursday, February 6
Nor-Tech At 35—The Lady In Red, Part I
The founders of Nor-Tech, Trond Schou and Nils Johnsen have always thought big.
Statement 44GTrs Center Console And 396 Cat Headed For Miami Showcase
Ready for their public debut.
Wednesday, February 5
Lake Cumberland Thunder Run Opens Registration
With this year’s later dates designed to help minimize debris in the water, the Lake Cumberland Thunder Run organizers are expecting a stronger-than-usual turnout.
Joey Imprescia Remembered—A Champion On and Off the Racecourse
All business on the racecourse and a portrait in humility off it, Joey Imprescia was a throttleman’s throttleman. Photos courtesy of the Imprescia family.
Waves And Wheels Tests New Doug Wright 42 Carbon With New Owners
Waves and Wheels recently finished its second Doug Wright 42 Carbon catamaran.
Powerboat P1 Inks Sponsorship Deal With Progressive Insurance
When the first green flag flies for the Triple Crown, safety teams will be flying Progressive Insurance colors.
Cigarette Rendezvous Opens Registration
Cigarette center consoles and sportboats from around the country will be on hand for the 2025 event.
Tuesday, February 4
Race World Offshore Opens VIP Experience Ticket Sales For Key West 2025
Want something warm to look forward to? Consider VIP tickets to the Key West World Championships.
Monday, February 3
Keys Island Runners Hosting Winter Fun
The 2025 Keys Island Runners season continues this month with a two-day event.
Dueling Paint Booths And Looming Deadlines At Stephen Miles Design
If Miles finishes his personal boat by February 15, the last element of its total makeover will be complete.
Sunday, February 2
Sponsors Flocking To Support Cincinnati-Based Rock The River Fun Run
Carrying last year’s momentum right into 22025
Midwest Boating Center Making Strong Progress On New Facility
Shooting to be open by early April with an open-house event in early June.
Saturday, February 1
New ‘Qatar’ Mystic Owner Sets Sights On Breaking Lake Of The Ozarks Shootout Record
Last seen in action at the 2014 Lake of the Ozarks Shootout, this 50-foot Mystic catamaran is slated to return to competition this year.
APBA Offshore Racing Returning To Englewood Beach
Once the site of OPA World Champions, Englewood Beach is now an APBA event.
Friday, January 31
Offshore Racing Great Joe Imprescia Gone at 67
The offshore powerboat racing community has lost of its most enduring and endearing legends.
Image Of The Week: Perfect Pairing
A couple of stunners from Statement Marine are almost ready for their new home.
Dirty Money Shop Planning To Test XINSURANCE South Pro Class 1 Raceboat Next Wee
Bobby Adams and the Dirty Money crew have been working on the 45-footer since it arrived at their shop.
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