The Photo Gallery from the Tampa Bay Poker Run 2024 Sunday poker run showcased the exhilarating journey through stunning waterways and picturesque landscapes. Each image encapsulated the thrill of the race, from the sleek boats slicing through the waves to the determined faces of the participants. As viewers scrolled through the gallery, they were transported…
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The Tampa Bay Poker Run 2024 Saturday awards party was an electric affair, buzzing with excitement and camaraderie as participants celebrated their vessels and shared tales of their prior adventures. The venue’s atmosphere was excellent for attendees to indulge in delicious food and drinks. As memories were relived and friendships forged, the photo gallery below…
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The 2024 Tampa Bay Poker Run kicked off in high style with the Friday Fun Run on April 12th. Dozens of performance boats and their crews arrived in downtown Tampa to register and mingle before the main event kicked off. The atmosphere was electric as sleek v-bottom hulls and center consoles sporting brilliant paint jobs…
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Round three of the Emerald Coast Powerboat Week 2023 takes 100 teams out on the poker run course from Sandestin to Pensacola Beach. It’s an amazing display of high-performance hardware as fun-loving crews pickup their poker cards then hit the throttles for some high speed fun! The final segment features the FPC Girls competing in…
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Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure? Look no further than the Mercury Getaway Giveaway! From now until September 30th, you have the chance to win one of three exclusive travel experiences that will create memories to last a lifetime. Whether you’re dreaming of exploring the inner workings of Mercury’s headquarters, feeling the adrenaline rush…
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Emerald Coast Powerboat Week continues along the beautiful waterways from Sandestin to Pensacola Beach. This episode features the perfect blend of FPC Bikini girls, high performance hardware and fun loving powerboaters! SHOT LIST 6:54 ADRENALINE 47’ ADRENALINE 7:38 LIT FUHS II 32’ SUNSATION 7:55 DIRTY LITTLE SECRETS 44’ CONCEPT 8:51 AWESOME ONE 44’ CONCEPT 9:13…
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The 2023 edition of this fall season opener in the Florida Panhandle features a roster of almost 100 powerboat teams from around the United States plus two international entries from Europe! The four day event format enjoyed perfect weather for cruising the local waters from Sandestin to Pensacola Beach, as teams discovered that the Emerald…
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Florida Powerboat Club’s recent Spring Key West Poker Run provided a refreshing twist on the traditional November event, offering participants a laid-back, three-day spring fling amidst the vibrant backdrop of Key West during peak tourism season. Departing from Miami, the poker run journeyed through picturesque waters, with stops at iconic spots like Gilberts Resort in…
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FPC President Stu Jones continues the adventure of touring the top poker runs around the country with his Mercury Racing sponsored 38 Cigarette Top Gun, Flight 1130! This episode he is joined by sons Max and Tyler for the Borden Light Poker Run in Fall River Mass, then it’s off to a double header in…
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Stu & Jackie Jones continue their FPC Summer adventure with the Cigarette Top Gun Flight 1130, making their way from 1000 Islands To Cape Cod. With the Cigarette in transit to the next poker run, they sightsee with FPC members aboard a 39′ Nor-tech visiting all the local hotspots including Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. Then…
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The 2024 Miami Boat Show Poker Run has concluded, marking another successful chapter in the annals of boating history. This year, the event found its esteemed venue at the renowned Hawks Cay Resort & Marina, a cherished haven for boaters since the early 1990s. Nestled in the heart of the Florida Keys, Hawks Cay has…
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The 2024 Miami Boat Show Poker Run FPC Girls graced the event with their charm and elegance, adding an extra touch of allure to the festivities. Adorned in their signature attire, these FPC Girls captivated attendees with their warm smiles and engaging personalities, becoming cherished fixtures of the event’s vibrant atmosphere. As ambassadors of the…
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The Winter Fun Run 2024 brought exhilarating moments and camaraderie to participants as they embarked on a three-day adventure, marking a triumphant return to the FPC event calendar. Hosted at the luxurious Playa Largo Resort & Spa in Key Largo, the event welcomed around 30 boats and approximately 125 enthusiastic participants. Departing from Miami on…
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It’s a summer of adventure for Stu and Jackie Jones as they visit poker runs around the country with the 38 Cigarette Top Gun flight 1130! The 2023 summer tour kicks off with the Cigarette rendezvous, presented by Performance Boat Center at Lake of the Ozarks, then travels 1500 miles north to Clayton New York,…
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The 31st Annual Key West Poker Run was an electrifying event and Volume 24-1 of the Powerboating in Paradise Magazine is as well! We embarked on an exhilarating journey through the waters, this special edition encapsulates the essence of high-speed adventure and camaraderie that defines the Florida Powerboat Club lifestyle. Delve into the heart-pounding excitement…
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Florida Powerboat Club members continue island hopping in the Northern Bahamas with a scenic cruise through the Grand Lucayan Waterway, then venture eastbound in the Sea of Abaco to Spanish Cay and Hopetown. With Elbow Cay as their hub, daily fun runs include Pete’s Pub at Little Harbour, Pig Beach at No Name Cay, Green…
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Florida Powerboat Club explores Grand Bahama and the Northern Bahamas after a long absence due to Hurricane Dorian’s destruction in 2019. The adventure begins at West End, where Stu tours an abandoned marine resort project, then takes the FPC members on a trip to Port Lucaya, a once-popular destination for FPC in the club’s earlier…
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Dear Powerboating Enthusiasts and Marine Industry Stakeholders, We have received this notification from BOATING UNITED, a nationally recognized organization that represents key marine industry interests and acts on behalf of our recreational boating community, to protect our rights and freedoms to enjoy our nation’s waterways. We urge you to TAKE ACTION and support this effort…
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Adventures in Paradise continue as Florida Powerboat Club members relax on the sandy beach of North Bimini then party like spring breakers at the Monkey Business pool at Resorts World Bimini Hilton. But the adventure shifts gears when they cruise over the Bahama Bank to Chub Cay and continue to Atlantis Resort at Paradise Island,…
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Florida Powerboat Club members discover the adventure of visiting true paradise as they take part in the 32nd annual Bahamas Poker Run. Mother nature provided favorable conditions for crossing the Gulfstream to Bimini, where the group cleared customs at the Big Game Club then ventured off to neighboring islands for a playful stingray encounter. SHOT…
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Florida Powerboat Clubs’ Stu Jones coordinates very successful poker runs throughout the year. Orchestrating the club’s inaugural poker run in 1993, Jones has witnessed various changes within the poker run ventures. Continue reading to learn more about Stu Jones and his incredible journey at the Florida Powerboat Club! Familiar faces and events tend to get…
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Concept Boats from Miami continued its tradition of offering exciting events for their customers with the 22nd Annual Concept Owners Key West Poker Run, staged in early July. About thirty powerboat crews assembled in Key Largo for the scenic trip through the Florida Keys to Key West with a relaxing sand bar party along the…
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Florida Powerboat Club members complete the Saturday poker run event cruising the waters of Mobile Bay and the Gulf of Mexico and returning to Orange Beach. After a great day of boating fun, attendees gather at The Wharf for the Saturday night poker run awards party! SHOT LIST 1:35 HEART ON 51’ OUTERLIMITS 1:47 WOZENCRAFT…
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The fun continues with members of the Florida Powerboat Club as they continue their Friday boating agenda from Orange Beach Alabama to Pensacola Beach across the FloraBama state line! After a rendezvous at the popular Pirate’s Cove beachfront bar, they get together for a social hour at Marker 158 at The Wharf! Day three kicks…
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Florida Powerboat Club members traveled from all over the United States to enjoy the amazing boating playground found in Orange Beach Alabama. After gathering up poker cards from the FPC girls dockside, over forty teams enjoyed great weather for the Friday run to Pensacola Beach! SHOT LIST 1:55 SHARK RIDER 44’ MTI 2:31 SPECIAL OPS…
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