Southwest Florida Boating & Fishing Magazine Nov 2015 | Page 10

N ot a cloud in the sky or rain in the forecast but the sound of thunder rumbles in the distance. Not from lighting, but from fire breathing, sleek, speed machines racing for glory. Adrenaline junkies will put fear aside and face the power of the open ocean. Every year, Key West, Florida hosts the Super Boat International 10 World Championship of offshore boat racing. Teams from all over the world have descended on this small island town for their chance at the title. A challenging competition testing man and machine over three days of racing. Conditions are constantly changing from day to day and sometimes hourly, making for one rough ride. To say it is South West Florida Boating & Fishing Magazine • www.swflboatandfishmag.com