When it comes to go-fast boating news, the first week of May did not disappoint—and the action is only ramping up this month. Why get behind when you can catch up right here?
Friday, May 8
Offshore Powerboat Association Launching Triple-Crown Series
The divisional race series includes a $50,000 purse per event.
Guest Commentary: Beyond “Cash Or Cred”—What Offshore Racing Is Really Deciding
Former APBA Offshore LLC owner Michael Allweiss weighs in on the current state of offshore powerboat racing.
PBN Exclusive—Super Cat Is No Cakewalk
Michael Howe and Cade Wilson never thought Super Cat-class offshore racing would be easy. They were right.
Representing DWR/Doug Wright Powerboats and its own concierge, storage and service business, Angle of Attack Marine will a presence at major events this season. Photos by Pete Boden copyright Shoot 2 Thrill Pix.
Thursday, May 7
PBN Exclusive—DCB Rolling With M35R Catamaran No. 2
The second DCB M35R catamaran is ready for delivery to its New Hampshire-based owner.
Wagner Insurance Agency Gone Coast To Coast
An impressive footprint.
Wednesday, May 6
International Hot Rod Association Bringing More Thunder To Cocoa Beach
Fun to watch in rough water doesn’t even begin to describe this class,
36 In 35—Nor-Tech Made A Splash With The 450 Sport Center Console
The 45-footer debuted at the 2016 Miami International Boat Show on Virginia Key.
Saginaw Bay Powerboat Run Heading Into Second Year
An intriguing second-year affair on Lake Huron.
PBN Exclusive—Kuttawa Cannonball Run Trending Toward 100-Plus-Boat Turnout
Thanks to the tone set by its organizers, everyone is welcome at the Kuttawa Cannonball Run.
An intriguing second-year affair will happen on Lake Huron in August.
Tuesday, May 5
Image Of The Week: A Deep Impact Desert Delta Formation
A half-dozen Deep Impact center consoles flew in formation last month on the Colorado River.
MTI Heading Into ‘Summer’ Event-Season With Bahamas Owners Run
Starting Sunday, the 2026 MTI Bahamas Owners has a record-setting 20 boats registered.
PBN Exclusive—Angle Of Attack Marine Coming To An Event Near You
Representing DWR/Doug Wright Powerboats and its own concierge, storage and service business, Angle of Attack Marine will a presence at major events this season.
Monday, May 4
PBN Exclusive—M CON Racing To Be A Two-Boat/Two-Class Force At Shootout Offshore
M CON Offshore Racing fans will have two teams to root for at the Lake of the Ozarks next month
Rock The River Cincy Is The Latest Record-Time Event Sell-Out
The third record-time sellout this season.
The Rock The River Cincinnati Fun Run sold out in record time.
Sunday, May 3
Miami To Host First IHRA Offshore World Championships—And More
The International Hot Rod Association has selected Miami as the host venue for its inaugural offshore racing world championships.
Buffalo Poker Run Opens Registration
The Buffalo Poker Run is limited to 50 entries.
Saturday, May 2
Deep Impact Building 449 Poker Run Edition Center Console
Deep Impact 449 Poker Run Edition No. 1 will boast three rows of bolsters and six 500-hp outboard engines.
Friday, April 31
Rock The River Cincinnati Fun Run Opens Registration
Thanks to dedicated organizers Pat and Matt Feldhaus and Michael Caligari, the Rock The River Cincinnati Fun Run has grown steadily during the past six years
Inaugural Vivi Jo Barbie Poker Run Making Registration Push
The new event at the Lake of the Ozarks is set for Saturday, June 6.
Maxed Out Marine Named New DWR/Doug Wright Powerboats Distributor
Based in Lake Havasu City, Ariz., Maxed Out Marine is the newest distributor for the DWR/Doug Wright Powerboats brand.
PBN-Exclusive—Offshore Racing, Cash Or Cred?
Offshore racers have more event options than usual this season thanks to a pair of competing entities.