Newsweek In The Powerboat Nation— December 12-19

Given the endless celebrations of the holiday season, which will only ramp up as Christmas Day approaches, it’s easy to get behind in your reading. Don’t worry. When it’s time to grab a moment and catch up on the week’s go-fast boating news, we have you covered right here.

Friday, December 19

PBN Exclusive— Don’t Jinx The Conditions

You have to respect superstition and tradition—even when they make little sense.

American Custom Marine Tapping Sterling Engines For Rebuild Work

A growing business relationship formed through offshore racing.

Nor-Tech At 35—One Reporter’s Rocky Start

Now more than ever, Nor-Tech’s leadership knows that the success of their company lies with their employees.

Thursday, December 18

PBN Exclusive— AMP To Offer 35- And 39-Foot Catamarans

American Marine Performance plans to add to new catamarans to its product line in 2026.

Iowa-Based Owners Downsize To First Outboard-Powered Cat With P280

A smaller hot-rod makes more sense.

Wednesday, December 17

PBN Exclusive— Former Sunsation Sportboat Owner Resets The Hook With CCX Center Console

With their Sunsation 32 CCX center console, Donovan and Kelly Dungen have come full-circle with the Algonac, Mich., performance-boat brand.

Tomlinson Discovers The Beast Within The Deep Impact 499

Dazzling a legendary marine industry veteran.

(From left) Deep Impact’s Eugene Uriarte and Mark Fischer treated John Tomlinson to a ride in their flagship center console. Photo by Matt Trulio/Speedonthewater.com.

Commentary—Canal Life

Now more than ever, canal life is essential in Cape Coral, Fla.

Tuesday, December 16

PBN Exclusive—Riding With A Legendary Friend

A high-performance marine industry legend, John Tomlinson is far more than a multi-time world champion offshore racing throttleman.

Grant’s Signature Racing To Handle Four Super Stock Raceboats In 2026

Another big year is on tap for the team at Grant’s Signature Racing.

Monday, December 15

Image Of The Week: A Mystic Vision

Striking a pose in paradise.

During Mystic’s recent event for owners, an M4200 center console struck a perfect pose in paradise. Photo courtesy/copyright of the Nautical Network.

Sunday, December 14

Catching Up With An Industry Legacy—Tommy Mason Plays Santa

Now the head of Performance Boat Center’s South Florida operations, Tommy Mason grew up around high-performance boat-building.

Saturday, December 13

Run At The Rock Returning For Sixth Year

Table Rock Lake has been the home of the Run At The Rock event for the past six years.

Table Rock Lake has been the home of the Run At The Rock event for the past six years.

Friday, December 12

PBN Exclusive— A Tip Of The Hat To Outgoing Sunsation Man Ryan Wenk

A natural leader, Ryan Wenk became the public face of the Sunsation brand at events around the country.

High-Performance Marine Industry Veteran Johnny Bauer Heading For The FASS Lane

A big-name in the high-performance powerboat world for more than 30 years, Johnny Bauer is entering another industry.