Newsweek In The Powerboat Nation—March 20-27

Now we’re rolling. The first event of the offshore racing is here. Fort Myers Offshore is winding down its 2025/2026 season. Skater has finished the hull mold for its new 26-footer. And there’s a lot more that happened in the past seven days. Take a break and refresh your memory—or catch something you missed.

Friday, March 27

St. Pete Already A Winner

A record-setting turnout and bounty of plotlines.

Thursday, March 26

Fort Myers Offshore Rise Continues With Hawks Cay Weekend

The adventure is just beginning.

PBN Exclusive—Building A New Dealership

Before you sell your first model, there is endless work to be done.

Wednesday, March 25

KICKER Marine Audio Returning To Support Super Cat Fest And Desert Storm

April is a huge boating-event-month at Lake Havasu.

36 In 35: Nor-Tech Went Code Red With The 55 Flyer

One of one and spectacular.

The 55 Flyer is a spectacular one of one creation. Photo by Pete Boden/Shoot 2 Thrill Pix.

PBN Exclusive— Harris Offers 16 ‘Proverbs’ For Racers Ahead Of IHRA Offshore Season-Opener

Words of wisdom from a seasoned national and world champion.

Tuesday, March 24

St. Petersburg Grand Prix At 61 Registered Teams

Off to a very strong start.

PBN Exclusive—Representing Skater, Hledin Family-Style

A dream team of reps with the perfect surname.

Skater Powerboats has a dream team of reps with the perfect surname.

Pratt To Step In For Lockyer During IHRA Offshore Racing Season-Opener

At least for one race, Good Boy Vodka brand founder Alex Pratt is back in the game.

Monday, March 23

PBN Exclusive—Skater Completes Hull Mold For 26-Footer

The first Skater 26 catamaran hull should be complete in the next couple of months.

Light Turnout Doesn’t Dampen Florida Powerboat Club Spring Run To Naples

Small but mighty.

DMR Performance Partnering With Okuma, Axem, and JL Billet

Big news out of the DMR offshore racing camp.

Sunday, March 22

Invitational Skater Fun Run Defines The Art Of Mixed Perfection

 For the first year, the Invitational Skater Fun Run boasted a mix of stern-drive and outboard-engine-powered catamarans.

Saturday , March 21

Skater Invitational Fun Run Off To A Beautifully Bumpy Start

Though the Invitational Skater Fun Run now includes stern-drive catamarans, the outboard-power contingent remains formidable. Photos by Pete Boden copyright Shoot 2 Thrill Pix.

Friday, March 20

DWR/Doug Wright Powerboats Steps Up As Premier Sponsor Of Desert Storm

The custom catamaran continues to make big moves on the marketing front.

Fort Myers Offshore Stars In New Scrapyard Media Video

Yet another record-setting, the recent Fort Myers Offshore Spring Fun provided the perfect stage for a new Scrapyard Media video capturing the remarkable rise of the Southwest Florida Powerboat club.

Yet another record-setting, the recent Fort Myers Offshore Spring Fun provided the perfect stage for a new Scrapyard Media video capturing the remarkable rise of the Southwest Florida Powerboat club. Photo by Pete Boden/Shoot 2 Thrill Pix.

Escape From Palm Island, Part I—The Deep Impact Getaway Boat

Paradise found—at least for one night.

PBN Exclusive— A Welcome Change Of Scenery

Participants in the annual Skater Invitational Fun Run have new destinations to look forward to this weekend.