Newsweek In The Powerboat Nation—May 9-16

Just like the boats themselves, news moves fast in the high-performance powerboating world. The boating season at the Lake of the Ozarks in Central Missouri kicked off last weekend with the Performance Boat Center Spring Fun and the late-May Kuttawa Cannonball Run in Kentucky already has more than 100 entries. On the industry side, DCB Performance Marine received the molds for its new M35R catamaran, and Ison Marine became the first dealer for the Hellkats Powerboats catamarans. There’s more, of course, and it’s all right here for you to enjoy.

Friday, May 16

PBN-Exclusive—The Ultimate Toy Barn

When it comes to buying and selling in the exotic high-performance powerboat world, no one can touch Ron Szolack.

Thursday, May 15

PBN Exclusive— Welcome To The Axoparty

Even for a serious go-fast powerboat enthusiast such as Kelly O’Hara, an Axopar V-bottom makes perfect sense.

Nor-Tech At 35—A Bahamas Bonding First

The first Nor-Tech Invitational Bahamas Run in the company’s 35-year history is set for August 5-13.

In conjunction with the Florida Powerboat Club, Nor-Tech is taking a group to the Bahamas for the first time next month. Photo by The Florida Powerboat Club.

Wednesday, May 14

PBN Exclusive— Decked Out In Boat Burns

A lesson learned firsthand.

Big Thunder Marine Offering ‘Stress-Free’ Key West Escape

Want to participate in the Florida Powerboat Club Key West Poker Run without the hassle of bringing your own boat? Big Thunder Marine has a solution.

Ison Marine Takes On Hellkats Powerboats Catamaran Line

Ison Marine isn’t waiting for brick-and-mortar completion to continue building its multi-brand dealership’s product line.

Tuesday, May 13

Tooling Arrives For New DCB M35 Catamaran

Poised to release three new full-tunnel catamaran models in the same year.

PBN Exclusive—Can Stephen Miles Paint Them All?

Stephen Miles has created some of the most memorable powerboat paintjobs of the last 10-plus years—and he’s not even close to done. Photo by Halsey Fulton/Outerlimits Offshore Powerboats.

Miles To Add 36-Foot Doug Wright Catamaran Paintjob To Resume

Soon Stephen Miles will be able to cross another “to-paint” go-fast powerboat brand off his list.

STR Team Heading Into Super Stock Season With Revamped Raceboat, Strong Backers And New Driver

The Super Stock-class Shaun Torrente Racing team is entering the 2025 season with its sights set on claiming a national championship.

The Super Stock-class Shaun Torrente Racing team has a new boat, a new driver and new backers.

Kuttawa Cannonball Run At 100 Boats With Online Registration Closing Sunday

rom boat-count to sponsorships, the Kuttawa Cannonball Run is on pace for another fine year.

Host Venue Takes Center Stage In Orange Beach

As it does every year, The Wharf venue delighted Orange Beach Powerboat Week participants.

Monday, May 12

Image Of The Week: The Orange (Beach) Kid Group

The future of go-fast boating is right in front of you.

Speed On The Water Key West Bash Adding Keys AHEC Health Centers As Beneficiary

The 12th annual Speed On The Water Key West Bash will continue its tradition of creating fine times for great causes.

Sunday May 11

Springing To Life At The Lake Of The Ozarks—Performance Boat Center Family Style

The season opened in fine style.

Fraternal-Twins Delivered At Performance Boat Center Spring Fun Run

Delivered in time for the Performance Boat Center Spring Fun Run yesterday, a color-matched Performance Powerboats P360 catamaran and Sunsation 32 CCX center console blew their owners’ minds.

Performance Boat Center delivered at match Performance Powerboats P360 catamaran and a Sunsation Boats 32CCX center console during its recent Spring Fun Run. Photo by Jeff Helmkamp/Helmkamp Photos.

Saturday, May 10

Nor-Tech At 35—The Boyne Thunder Connection

Thanks to American Custom Marine, Southwest Florida-based Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Powerboat supports the Northern Michigan event.

Florida Powerboat Club Escapes To—And From—Juana’s Pagodas

The first day of Orange Beach Powerboat Week was an adventure for everyone involved.

Great Seating For Eight—A Closer Look At An MTI Catamaran Solution

A clever solution for a common challenge.

Hidden Event-Gems Of The Northeast

A pair of events in New Hampshire and Vermont are worth a close look.

Friday, May 9

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

With a few exceptions, the Mod V owners group is sticking with American Power Boat Association-sanctioned events this season.