Newsweek In The Powerboat Nation—June 27-July 4

We’ll forgive you if don’t get to catching up on what you may have missed in the past week. It was, after all, the Independence Day weekend, we know you cherished your time on the water and the freedom and peace it brings. But now you have a moment off to check it out. Take your time. There’s no rush. As always when it comes to the most timely news from the go-fast boating world, we have you covered.

Friday, July 4

Lockyer Tests New Doug Wright Factory Stock Raceboat

The top-notch offshore endurance racer’s stamina and patience are paying off.

Veteran Offshore Racer Building 47-Foot Statement Center Console To Match Mod V Machine

Well-known in offshore racing circle, Mod-V class Relentless team owner Travis Petko has ordered a Statement Marine 47 GTRS center console through company owner Nick Buis and dealer Randy Sweers of The Marine Group.

Mod V-class racer Travis Pettko has ordered a 47-foot Statement center console that will be painted to match his new 29-foot raceboat.

Thursday, July 3

PBN Exclusive— Event Organizers Rule

Whether volunteers or professionals, organizers are the backbone of summer go-fast boating events.

Nor-Tech At 35—On The Lake Cumberland Stage

Last weekend was a big one for Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Boats at Lake Cumberland in Kentucky

Holy Cow!!! MTI 36 Catamaran Finds A New Home

Now the property of Upstate New York’s Shawn Burke, Holy Cow!!! will be in this month’s 1,000 Islands Charity Poker Run fleet.

Wednesday, July 2

PBN Exclusive—Offshore Racing’s Welcome July Drought

Like most offshore racers, Monster Energy/M CON teammates Tyler Miller and Myrick Coil use July for summer family-time.

Sunsation Sun Run At 175 Entries And ‘Sort Of’ Counting

Now in its fourth year, the Sunsation Sun Run is shaping up to be another blockbuster brand-celebration.

Battleship Run To Celebrate 35th Anniversary On Seneca Lake

An impressive milestone.

The Battleship Run on Seneca Lake in Upstate New York turns 35 years old this month. Photo by Rodney Olson.

Tuesday, July 1

PBN Exclusive— Show-Stealers At Boyne Thunder

Four elements that are better than the poker run itself.

Wally Castro Marine New South Florida Dealer For Cigarette Racing Team

Wally Castro Marine is now the official South Florida dealer for Cigarette Racing Team

Rockin’ The Harbor Poker Run Poker Hits 60 Boats—And A Home Run

Think the Rockin The Harbor Poker Run is a mostly Midnight Express event? Think again.

Second-Year Tip Of The Spear Poker Run Is Sharper Still

By all accounts, the organizers of the second-year Tip of the Spear Poker Run delivered another exceptional event.

Monday, June 30

PBN Exclusive—Kentucky Fortunes Rising

With Nor-Tech and Cigarette dealers servicing the area, Lake Cumberland is stepping into the high-performance marine industry limelight.

The Powerboat P1 Triple Crown Begins—Coverage From The New Orleans Grand Prix

Offshore racing and performance boating go way back in New Orleans and one team’s experience made the difference in the sport’s premier class.

Image Of The Week: The View From The Tip Of The Spear

Nothing creates better backdrops for go-fast boats than battleships.

Sunday, June 29

The Lake Cumberland Thunder Run Thunders Back

Lake Cumberland was in fine form for the 17th annual Thunder Run.

The Lake Cumberland Thunder Run came back with a vengeance. Photo by Pete Boden/Shoot 2 Thrill Pix.

Saturday, June 28

Image Of The Week: When Duct Tape Goes Structural

When the going gets rough, the tough reach for duct tape.

First Canopied Outerlimits SC 37 Catamaran Delivered

The first Outerlimits SC 37 catamaran to be built with a canopy is a stunner.

Friday, June 27

PBN Exclusive— Lake Cumberland At Last

The author’s first visit to Lake Cumberland for this weekend’s 17th annual Thunder Run is long overdue.

Unlimited Marine Bringing Nor-Tech To Kentucky

Spearheaded by a local trio, first Nor-Tech is coming to Lake Cumberland.

Compiled by Matt Trulio