Newsweek In The Powerboat Nation—May 2-9

Newsweek In The Powerboat Nation—May 2-9

Though much of the buzz of the past seven days centered around a power struggle in offshore racing, there was plenty of equally worthwhile, far less drama-laden news in the go-fast boating world. South Florida’s Angle of Attack Marine tested the waters of the Western United States for Mystic Powerboats, and found them just fine. Between raceboat and pleasure catamaran projects, Manatee Marine Unlimited continue to set a blistering pace in Southwest Florida. At the Tickfaw 200 Poker Run, the endless celebration of the Skater Powerboats catamaran brand was in full force. And just in case you missed any of that or even more, it’s all right here.

Friday, May 9

PBN Exclusive— Hidden Gems Of The Northeast

Both Vermont’s HK Motorsports Land and Lake Poker Run on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire and the Vermont-based Lake Champlain Poker Run happen on pristine waterways surrounded by spectacular scenery.

The Lake Champlain Poker Run is a hidden-gem event in the Northeast. Photo by Tim Sharkey/Sharkey Images.

Mod V Class In For Full APBA Full Series And Race World Offshore Key West Worlds

Great news for the season-opening Thunder On Cocoa Beach event.

The Mod V class will stick with the five-race American Power Boat Association offshore racing schedule this season. Photo by Pete Boden/Shoot 2 Thrill Pix.

Thursday, May 8

Decoding Offshore Powerboat Racing’s Current Power Struggle

The lines have been drawn.

PBN Exclusive—Cool Toons

High-performance outboard engine power has found an unexpected home.

Angle Of Attack Marine’s Most Excellent West Coast Adventure

Opening fresh territory for the Mystic Powerboats brand.

Wednesday, May 7

Sunsation Sun Run Registration On Pace For Another Blockbuster

With 126 entries so far, the fourth annual Sunsation Sun Run is poised for another remarkable brand-celebration.

Tuesday, May 6

PBC Exclusive—Cue The Southwest Florida Exodus

Members of the Fort Myers Offshore powerboat club are headed for cooler places, but come fall they’ll be back.

Manatee Marine Unlimited Flush With Race- And Pleasure-Cat Projects

One of the busiest high-performance marine businesses in Southwest Florida is on a strong roll.

Monday, May 4

PBN Exclusive—How DCB Flipped Its Own Script

A full-tunnel catamaran program has been a game-changer for the Phoenix-based custom powerboat company.

Image Of The Week: Dude, It’s A Skater Part II—The T-Shirt

Skater Powerboats fans made a fashion statement during the Tickfaw 200 Poker Run.

Support Our Troops Inks Move With The Military As Title Sponsor

Heading into its 16th year, the Support Our Troops Poker Run produced by Big Thunder Marine is one the most beloved annual events at Lake of the Ozarks.

You never know what will show up for the Support Our Troops Poker Run. Photo by Jeff Helmkamp/Helmkamp Photos.

Sunday, May 4

The Tickfaw 200 Rolls Again

Another successful event on the Louisiana bayou is in the books.

Mystic C4000 Catamaran Delivery To Connecticut Owners Connects The Dots

A five-minute demo rides was all it took for a Connecticut couple to change plans and order a Mystic catamaran instead of one of the company’s center consoles.

Saturday, May 3

Local Event Organizers Respond To Offshore Racing Power Struggle

Despite their disappointment at the recent turn of events in offshore racing power-circles, organizers of the Great Lakes Grand Prix and Thunder On Cocoa Beach have assured sponsors and fans that their races will move forward this year.

Commentary—Enter The World Powerboat Racing Association

All races on the Race World Offshore and Professional Racing Offshore organization schedule are on the World Powerboat Racing Association roster.

Friday, May 2

Early Key West Poker Run Registration Open For Platinum-Level Florida Powerboat Club Members

Though the event doesn’t happen until November, early registration helps the club manage the sign-up flow.

Performance Boat Center To Debut ‘Matched Set’ P360 Cat and 32 CCX Center Console

Coming to next weekend’s Spring Fun Run.

—Compiled by Matt Trulio

Source: https://www.powerboatnation.com/newsweek-in-the-powerboat-nation-may-2-9/

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