The shortest month of the year, February also happens to be one of the busiest months of the year in the go-fast boating world with the Miami International Boat Show, the following Florida Powerboat Club affair in the Keys and the annual run-up to the offshore racing. So even for a diehard go-fast boating fan, it’s easy to miss something. We make it easy to catch up.
Friday, February 27
DMR Performance Snags Defalco Team Pro Class 1 Raceboat For 2026 Season
Now the property of Bill Pyburn, Jr., the former Defalco Victory catamaran top honors in the Pro Class 1 category in 2025 and 2024.
PBN Exclusive— Great Lakes Grand Prix Reaffirms ‘Racer-Friendly’ Commitment
The Michigan City, Ind., offshore racing venue is among the most popular in the sport.
Thursday, February 26
PBN Exclusive—American Custom Marine V-Bottom To Compete In The Lake Of The Ozarks Shootout
The American Custom Marine Fountain raceboat will grace the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout course for the first time in August.
Wednesday, February 25
When 30 Is Really Something—The Florida Powerboat Club Hawks Cay Rendezvous Shines Bright
Some 30 Florida Powerboat Club members and their guests had the run of Hawks Cay Resort last weekend.
36 In 35—Nor-Tech Made A Plush Push With The ‘Yachty’ 400 Super Sport
A hit from the moment it touched the water in 2022.
PBN Exclusive—J.T. To Race With Willy C
Throttleman John Tomlinson will the share cockpit of a Pro Class 1 MTI raceboat with owner/driver Willy Cabeza this season.
Tuesday, February 24
PBN Exclusive— Big Thunder Winter Boat Show To Warm The Ozarks
The Big Thunder Marine Winter In-House Boat Show kicks off this Friday.
Myrick Coil—Driven to Succeed
Myrick Coil’s secret to success is simple: Do what you love.
Monday, February 23
PBN Exclusive—Mini March Madness Ahead
Organized events are set for three out of four weekends next month.
Top Fans Speak Out On The 1,000 Islands Charity Poker Run
General registration for this gem opens Sunday, March 1.
Sunday, February 22
Sequence Of The Week—One Blip In Bradenton
The Formula 1 Tunnel Boat Series season-opener in Bradenton, Fla., delivered plenty of action.
Saturday, February 21
Sneak Peek—A Klick Away From Race-Ready
A 42-foot Fountain Super V-class raceboat, Klick is almost ready for the 2026 offshore racing season.
Friday, February 20
‘Business As Usual’ For Race World Offshore And SSR Safety And Rescue Team For 2026
SSR Safety and Rescue and Race World Offshore will continue their longstanding relationship this season.
Offshore Racing Safety/Rescue Training And Certification Controversy Addressed By IHRA And SFI
The plot thicken in the ongoing safety team saga.
PBN Exclusive— DCB Performance Marine Taps SLT Collection As Sales Partner
DCB Performance Marine and SLT Collection have entered a hybrid-dealer arrangement.