Boat-Speed Articles

This weekend its the UKOPRA Offshore Powerboat Championship

UKOPRA Solent 80 – Offshore Powerboat Action Returns to the South Coast Date: Saturday, 12 July 2025 That’s this weekend Location: Haslar Marina, Gosport – boatfolk Solent 80 course in the Western Solent What to expect: High-speed offshore racing featuring multiple boat classes (e.g., Class 1L) Boats “flying” past Haslar and entering high-wind areas in the Solent Organised by UKOPRA (United Kingdom Offshore Powerboat Racing Association), the Solent 80 promises to deliver one of the most thrilling fixtures on the 2025 championship calendar.
 Round 3 of the 2025 UKOPRA Offshore Powerboat Championship
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Round 3 of the 2025 UKOPRA Haslar Marina - July 12, 2025

12-07-2025

In the Wake of Adventure: A Thrilling Chase for the Apex of Boat Velocity

When the ceaseless waves blend seamlessly with the roaring engines on board, an unrestrained pursuit of velocity ignites a fire in the heart of the enthusiastic mariner. This potent combination of raw power and the persistent, forceful call of the ocean has fuelled a relentless pursuit for speed on the water, sparking a thrilling quest steeped in adrenaline, science and an untamed passion.

From cutting-edge catamarans that dance upon the sea’s surface, to muscular powerboats whose burly engines punctuate the placid air, speed underscores the exhilarating narratives of maritime legends. But what does it take to truly push the envelope and scale new heights of velocity?

27-04-2025