For Poker Runs America, the fast-paced world of offshore performance boating never slows down. Poker runs continue to grow, with new events emerging all across North America. What started off as a big-water phenomenon has spread right across the country, with events now held on oceans, lakes and rivers, from New York to California as power-hungry boaters discover the enjoyment of a weekend of fun and camaraderie on the water.

We launched Poker Runs America magazine eight years ago as a way for people to enjoy the thrill of performance boating even when they couldn't be out on the water themselves. Then poker runners and industry professionals alike mentioned that they'd love to see a television program featuring the same unique concept that propelled Poker Runs America to the A-list of performance magazines. We officially launched Performance Boat Television last year, and the reviews have been nothing short of incredible as viewers from coast-to-coast enjoyed an up-close-and-personal look at the world of offshore boating. Whether it's our in-depth evaluations of hot new boats, the latest in marine high-tech or tips from the experts showing you how to get the most from your performance boat, viewers have swamped us with letters and emails telling us how much they enjoy the program.

Now, with the big winter boat shows on the horizon, we've gone into even higher gear as we prepare to take it up another level for 2006! In the coming months you'll see more of the industry-leading poker run coverage, exclusive news coverage and in-depth boat tests that have been the hallmark of Poker Runs America magazine since its inception. On television, you'll be in the thick of the action more than ever as we bring insightful interviews with the movers and shakers of offshore, plus the best poker run coverage anywhere! What's more, Poker Runs America and its growing team of APRA-sanctioned member organizers have put together a schedule of upcoming events guaranteed to slake any self-respecting performance boater's thirst for entertainment and hunger for performance.

We're moving full speed ahead in our mission to bring you performance boating at its very best. I hope you enjoy our labor of love and, if you don't already subscribe to our magazine, watch our show or join the fun at our events, that you'll change that so you don't miss any of the excitement.