Mercury Sweeps Rouen!
A Mercury S3000 race outboard powers Team Pegase-Humanis to win Rouen.
Offshore News
UIM President visits APBA headquarters
For the first time in nearly a century a Union Internationale Motonautique (International Powerboat Union) foreign president made his way to APBA headquarters.
“I am very happy and proud to here at the APBA Headquarters in Detroit. I took the opportunity while I was at the [International Olympic Committee] annual convention in Quebec City,” UIM President Dr. Raffaele Chiulli said.
New world records set at Smokin' The Sound kilo runs
For the first time in its history Smokin’ The Sound, Offshore race in Biloxi, Miss., hosted kilo runs so racers could attempt to set world records.
“(The kilo runs) added to the show, besides the P-1 teams we had there It gave the fans something new to look forward to,” race director Mike Mares said. “It is something they have never seen before. They have seen speed runs before or radar gun run before.”
APBA loses long-time member and former Region 5 Man of The Year Louis J. Aiello, Jr.
At the age of 91, Palm Beach Gardens, FL resident and longtime APBA member, Louis J. Aiello, Jr. passed away April 28, 2012.
Women Attack Rouen!
OptiMax 200XS SST race outboards dominated the 2000 24 Hours of Rouen.
Blast From the Past
Written by: Bobbye Kenyon
A dynamic field of competitors ignited the waters of the Indian River Lagoon during the revived Stuart Sailfish Regatta April 14 and 15.
Following a 15 year hiatus, the Stuart Sailfish Regatta returned to theTreasureCoastwith a thrilling demonstration of high powered racing on the second stop of the 2012 APBA Inboard Hydroplane and Flatbottom circuit.
APBA/NSBC Partner to Promote Safety
American Power Boat Association joins National Safe Boating Council in waterway well-being unity Announced ahead of observance month, partnership reinforces organizations' commitments to safety.
Friends in a Storm: Desert Storm at 159
Somehow, still images don’t quite convey the atmosphere of a poker run. My last post, just after Desert Storm, (and Rick Mackie’s just before) described the breadth of the activities. We posted some photos of the new boats, both on display and in the water. Nevertheless, there’s nothing quite like going on board and feeling the vibe — especially with friends.
Boiling Water in the Desert
Gary Williams' M31 DCB challenges the "big power" and full race boats. Dave Hemmingson enjoys being the first boat brand to the card stop.
Regatta Review #162 - 04/25/2012
- Arrangements for John Sedrowski
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