Newsweek In The Powerboat Nation—February 13-20

The Miami International Boat Show kept the Powerboat Nation team hopping, but there was more than that event afoot during the past seven days. And it’s all at your fingertips. Take a moment to catch up.

Friday, February 20

IHRA And SFI Address Brewing Offshore Safety/Rescue Controversy

The IHRA and SFI groups address a brewing controversy in a joint statement.

PBN Exclusive—DCB Performance Marine Taps SLT Collection As Sales Partner

A strong move, years in the making, for DCB.

Thursday, February 19

Inaugural Angle Of Attack Marine Grand Opening A Home Run With Industry And Client Guests

Destined to become an annual thing during the Miami Boat Show.

Race World Offshore Finalizes Atlantic City Sports Grand Prix Framework

Likely will be the most “offshore’ of all offshore powerboat races this season.

Wednesday, February 18

36 At 35—Nor-Tech’s 4000 Roadster Marks The Return Of Rad

No outboard engine-powered 40-foot catamaran accelerates harder than the Nor-Tech 4000 Roadster.

No outboard engine-powered 40-foot catamaran accelerates harder than the Nor-Tech 4000 Roadster. Photo by Kevin Lane/Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Boats

PBN Exclusive—Farewell To Formula Boats Leader Kristine Porter

Kristine Porter of Formula Boats fame helped guide the family-owned business to decades of success.

Tuesday, February 17

PBN Exclusive—Five Miami Boat Show Delights

High points from a mostly lackluster event.

Speed On The Water Launches Classified Section

At last, a Classified advertising section that reaches the right audience 365 days a year.

Monday, February 16

PBN Exclusive—The Dinosaurs Of Miami

Large boat shows outlived their sales and marketing impact.

Sunday, February 15

A Deep Impact Demo Seen Through The Freshest Eyes

A trio of boating newcomers discover the wonders Deep Impact 499 center console.

A trio of boating newcomers discover the wonders Deep Impact 499 center console.

One Sweetheart Of A Lunch Run

Thanks to Riviera Bar and Grill and in Punta Gorda, the Fort Myers Offshore Sweetheart Run sponsored by Performance Boat Center went off as without any stumbling blocks last weekend.

Thanks to Riviera Bar and Grill and in Punta Gorda, the Fort Myers Offshore Sweetheart Run sponsored by Performance Boat Center went off as without any stumbling blocks last weekend.

Friday, February 13

PBN Exclusive—Wheels Of Fortune In Miami

A few early highlights from the boat show.

One Fine Demo Day In Grove Harbour

Boat rides at a boat show? Oh brave new world