Though the offshore racing action from the Key West World Championships is two weeks in the rearview, reverberations from the fractured 2025 season continue. Less time-sensitive than offshore racing coverage, stories from the Florida Powerboat Key West Powerboat Week affair have taken center stage. We’re sure you’ve been keeping up. But just in case you haven’t, all the essential news from the past seven days is right here at your fingertips.
Friday, November 21
PBN Exclusive—In Praise Of The Eight-Seat Movement
At least as far large-catamaran cockpits go, eight is the new six when it comes to seats.
Eight-Seat ‘Outta Pocket’ 388 A Big Change For Second-Time Skater Owner
In his quest for more seating, Skater catamaran owner Kevin Birrell opted for a smaller boat.
Thursday, November 20
PBN Exclusive—Second DCB Phoenix Headquarters Move-In Almost Complete
DCB Performance Marine is almost entirely moved into its new facility.
Nor-Tech At 35— Dueling Photo Galleries From Key West 2025
Two beauties at the opposite end of the Nor-Tech spectrum.
Wednesday, November 19
WPRA President Confirms XINSURANCE South As 2025 Pro Class 1 National Champion
Hotly contested since the final WRPA race of the season, XINSURANCE South has been confirmed at the Pro Class 1 National Champion.
PBN Exclusive— You Can’t Spell FOMO Without FMO
Another smash-hit season is in motion for the Southwest Florida club.
Fort Myers Offshore Opens Turkey Run Registration
Heading to the Naples Hyatt House, this Fort Myers Offshore event is sure to be another hit.
‘Permission Slip’ Catamaran Is First-Time Skater Owner’s Dream Ride
Owner Dennis Phillips has kept his new 438 Skater catamaran on the water as much as possible since taking delivery of the boat in late August.
Tuesday, November 18
PBN Exclusive—What Do You Want From A Boat Show
A worthwhile question
Catching Up With Florida Powerboat Club Head Stu Jones
Moving forward with its reinvention.
Deep Impact Adds Transportation Services On The Heels Of Factory-Direct Sales And More
Finishing the year on a positive roll.
Monday, November 17
Howe And Wilson Going Super Cat Racing In 2025
Cade Wilson and Michael Howe will share the cockpit of a Super Cat-class raceboat next year.
No one in the high-performance marine world does a better job of grass-roots marketing than Devin Wozencraft.
Image of The Week—Dirt Legal Dominance
From start to finish, the Dirt Legal/Velocity Factory Racing team had a remarkable season.
Sunday, November 16
Gallery—A Pete Boden Key West Bonanza
Deep Impact’s new 449 center console was among the show-stealers in Key West earlier this month.
Saturday, November 15
An organic convergence of go-fast powerboats happened last weekend in Woman Key. Photos by Jeff Helmkamp copyright Helmkamp Photos.
Friday, November 14
Powered By Performance Dealership Collaboration Program Opens With WMF Watercraft And Marine
Putting the customer experience ahead of the dealership experience.
Inaugural Support Our Troops Florida Poker Run Set For January
Look for this event to sell out immediately.