Author: karel
2011 – Siracusa Ocean Grand Prix highlights part 1
Round the world super powerboat takes shape
When it comes to boating records, they don’t come any bigger than circumnavigating the world, and for British ocean adventurer Alan Priddy, his second attempt at the powerboat round the world record, scheduled for the end of 2011, has seen the birth of a remarkable boat. Named “Good Heart”, the 90ft wave-piercing aluminium hull will be powered by twin diesel engines with waterjet drives, averaging 25 knots around the clock, with a top speed of 47 knots. (more…)
Archive footage powerboating
The All-New Ilmor Marine MV8 7.4 L
After successfully launching the Ilmor Marine MV8 engine line in 2010 the company began to look ahead for the next exciting project. Our team of engineers wanted to harness, calibrate and package more power and torque to create the largest wakes ever seen on a water sports boat. They wanted the engine to produce High-Performance horsepower as well offering low emissions. (more…)
2011 Cowes-Torquay-Cowes Powerboat Race
Ocean Grand Prix Milazzo 2011 postponed
We were surprised to hear that the next rounds of the Ocean Grand Prix 2011 in Milazzo, Italy, were postponed. “Although the organisation was trying to find solutions to conduct the race it appeared very difficult that the race would take place. Belgian Offshore Challenge 2011 on 10 and 11 september
The 7th edition of the Belgian Offshore Challenge is here. During this weekend the World Championship Endurance Group B, the Belgian Championship Jetscooter at sea and the Belgian Championship Powerboat at sea will be held. So for every fan of motor racing and speedboats on the open sea the Belgian Offshore Challenge is the place to be. (more…)
2011 – Siracusa Ocean Grand Prix on Board Camera Jolly Drive
2011 Ocean Grand Prix round 5: Furnibo wins entralling finale
The disappointment of yesterday’s engine problems were short lived for the Belgian 2B1 Racing Team as Furnibo, the Mercury-powered Fountain returned to form, taking the third and final race and the UIM Siracusa Ocean Grand Prix Evo title ahead of Lucas Oil. The race had looked to be a foregone conclusion, with Furnibo building a substantial lead on the opening lap, but Michael Silfverberg and Nigel Hook in Lucas Oil began to unleash the potential of the Silverhook boat and close the gap. With their Sterling engines at full-chat, it looked like the pair could take the lead. (more…)