Newsweek In The Powerboat Nation—April 18-25

PBN Exclusive—Cigarette In Motion At Home And Abroad

From Kentucky to Japan, the iconic high-performance sportboat and center-console brand continues to expands its reach.

Cigarette Racing Team Dealership Opening In Japan

The iconic brand now has its first dealer-presence in the island nation.

Cigarette Racing Team now has a dealership in Japan.

Thursday, April 24

PBN Exclusive—Catamaran ‘Homecomings’ In Upstate New York

Two brand-new catamarans—one a completely new model—are coming to the 1,000 Islands Charity Poker Run in July.

Nor-Tech At 35—The Art Of The Dealer Meeting

One of the few remaining dealer meetings in the high-performance powerboat world, Nor-Tech’s annual gathering is simply exceptional.

Wednesday, April 23

PBN Exclusive—The Gathering Storm

Though Desert Storm’s poker run itself is unremarkable, its street party is the one by which all others are measured.

Final Test Session Looms For XINSURANCE South

Testing is the watchword for the XINSURANCE South team. 

The XINSURANCE South team is testing hard ahead of the 2025 Pro Class 1 offshore racing season.

Powerboat Magazine Publisher Jerry Nordskog Remembered

Recollections of a true gentleman who guided Powerboat magazine through some of its finest days.

Tuesday, April 22

Commentary—Push Back On The Photo Drones

Another look at a particularly hot topic.

First Eliminator Boats 306 Speedster Ready For Desert Storm Spotlight

Eliminator Boats’ first 306 Speedster, which was recently delivered to owners Bobby and Meagan Siana, is going to be a big part of this week’s Desert Storm Poker Run.

Dirty Duck Skater Returning To Lake Of The Ozarks Shootout With Lofty Goals And Full Power

Can the Dirty Duck 438 Skater catamaran surpass last year’s 202-mph achievement at the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout?

Skater 438 catamaran owner has lofty goals for the 2025 Lake of the Ozarks Shootout. Photo by Pete Boden/Shoot 2 Thrill Pix.

Tschida And Maldonado Teaming Up For 2025 Super Stock Campaign

An intriguing new cockpit pairing is heading to the Super Stock class this season.

Monday, April 21

PBN Exclusive—Bring On The Drones

Camera-equipped drones for powerboat photography continue to improve.

Sunsation 32 CCX Center Console No. 1 Is A Tie That Still Binds

First owned by Tim and Cyndee Hill and currently owned by Jason and Dana Graf, the first Sunsation 32 CCX center console is a common sight in Fort Myers Offshore events.

Sunday, April 20

Fort Myers Offshore Closes 2024/2025 Season With A Sporty Fan-Favorite

With just 52 registered boats for yesterday’s event, finding space at the Riviera Bar and Grill was a relative breeze.

Saturday, April 19

Gallery Of The Week: Super Cat Fest West Goes Big

With Super Cat Fest West (above) in the books, this week’s Desert Storm Poker Run will take center stage this week on Lake Havasu.

Gallery Of The Week: Performance Boat Center Spring Boat Show

All brands carried by the full-service dealership were displayed on and off the water.

Friday, April 18

Fort Myers Offshore Season-Finale Leaning Toward Lighter Turnout

With less than 24 hours to go, just 50 boats are registered for the last event of the club’s 2024/2025 season.

KelTec Steps Up As Title Sponsor For Thunder On Cocoa Beach

The KelTec Thunder On Cocoa Beach event is set for May 15-18.