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.

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.

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?

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.