August is almost here, which means in addition to slew of recreational go-fast boating events offshore racing resume in earnest. The 100-plus-boat 1,000 Islands Charity Poker Run turn nine years old this month, while the 40-plus-boat Battleship Run—also in Upstate New York-celebrated its 35th anniversary on Seneca Lake. On the marine industry front, the big news of the month was Mercury Marine’s new 425-hp Verado outboard engine built on the company’s V-10 platform. There’s more of, course, and just in case you missed something you have the news of the past seven days at your fingertips.
Friday, July 25
PBN Exclusive— Mystic’s 10-Year Mystery Men Revealed
Both Doug Harrell and Ryan Zivitski are celebrating their 10th anniversaries with Mystic Powerboats.
Sneak Peek—Mystic M5200 Center Console No. 7 Angles For ‘Edgy’
The graphics for Mystic M5200 center console No. 7 are a complete departure from everything before them.
Lake Of The Ozarks Shootout Broadcast Seeks Sideline Reporters
Life at the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout moves pretty fast. Do you have what it takes to make the broadcast team?
Thursday, July 24
PBN Exclusive—Putting The Band Back Together In The Garden State
O.G. members of the New Jersey Performance Powerboat Club reunited in June and plan to do it again next year.
Record-Setting Fleet And Longer Course On Tap For Sixth Annual PBC Outboard Fun Run
Outboard-powered boats of all makes and models are welcome in the weekend happening.
Deep Impact 399 Center Console Expands Lake Powell Horizons For Utah-Based Owner
The perfect vehicle for exploring on the world’s most spectacular waterways.
Rocky Top Power Run Organizers Making Sign-Up Push
With two weeks to go, organizers of the Rocky Top Power Run are expecting a big registration push.
Nor-Tech At 35—Nor-Tech 4000 Roadster Delivers ‘Useful Power’
The latest Nor-Tech 4000 Roadster stood out during last weekend’s 1,000 Islands Charity Poker Run.
Wednesday, July 23
PBN Exclusive—The Seneca To Ozarks Connection
You can forget about six degrees of separation in the tiny go-fasting boating world—it’s a fraction of that.
New In-Production Deep Impact Model Badged As 449 Center Console
The new Deep Impact 449 center console will debut this fall at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.
Midwest Challenge Secures Title Backing From Mercury Racing
The Midwest Challenge returns next month with Mercury Racing as its title backer.
Rare MTI 40 RP Catamaran To Compete In The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout
The 40-footer should put on a fine exhibition of speed next month at the Lake of the Ozarks.
Patriotic DCB M33R Delivered To Tennessee Couple
Delivered in time for the owners to enjoy for the rest of the summer, the closed-bow M33R is powered by twin 500-hp supercharged V-8 outboards.
Tuesday, July 22
PBN Exclusive—A Verado Power Move
The new 425 Verado outboard from Mercury Marine likely foreshadows something from Mercury Racing.
University Of Michigan To Field Electric-Boat Entry At Lake of the Ozarks Shootout
The University of Michigan team is hoping to put on an electrifying performance at the upcoming Lake of the Ozarks Shootout.
AMP 433 Center Console Shines In 1,000 Islands Charity Poker Run Debut
The new model is the flagship of the AMP center console.
Buffalo Poker Run In Resurgence Mode
The Buffalo Poker Run returns next month
Monday, July 21
Mercury Marine Adds New 450-HP And Enhanced 350-HP V-10 Outboards
Breaking news from the Verado outboard series.
PBN Exclusive—Why Street Parties Beat Boat Shows
Street celebrations and exhibits provide winning experiences for would-be powerboat buyers and builders.
The Culture of Giving Continues In Clayton
The annual 1,000 Islands Charity Poker Run last weekend once again demonstrated the philanthropic spirit that helped make it famous in the go-fast boating world.
Brand Loyalty Soars At Baja, Fountain And Donzi Fun Run
Fueled by intense brand loyalty, a celebratory spirit prevailed throughout the day.
The World’s Friendliest Battleship Runs On Seneca Lake
You will not find a nicer group or environment at any go-fast boating event in the country.
Saturday, July 20
Quick Take—Inside A One-Of-One MTI 40 RP Catamaran
The top-secret renovation and restoration of this one-of-a-kind 40-footer was more the two years in the making.
Saturday, July 19
Image Of The Week: Wishing On A Formula
Powerboat rides for Make-A-Wish of Central New York program children and their families are integral to the 1,000 Islands Charity Poker Run.
Patience ‘Allegedly’ Pays Off In MTI 340X Catamaran Renovation
Powerboat painter Stephen Miles now owns the catamaran of his dreams.
Friday, July 18
Bonding In Clayton—Taking It To The Street
The 1,000 Islands Charity Poker Run street affair was a social hit.