Offshore Powerboat Racing New Zealand is calling on the wider boating community as it prepares for its next major race weekend in Napier on 24th and 25th of January.

With race planning well underway, organisers are seeking support boats for both Day One and Day Two of the event. These vessels play a vital role in the safe and smooth running of offshore powerboat racing, providing on water assistance, logistics support, and an extra set of eyes across the race course.

For those involved, it is also one of the best ways to experience the sport. Support boat crews enjoy a front row seat, operating close to the action and watching some of New Zealand’s fastest offshore race boats at full pace in open water conditions.

Events like Napier rely heavily on volunteer support from experienced boaties, and organisers are keen to hear from anyone available to help across either or both days.

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Kiwi designed. Kiwi built.
Fresh water, anywhere at sea.

Three models · 12V & 24V · Under 4W per litre

Model 01

OF70M

70 L / hr

Simple, robust, direct control. No-fuss desalination for owners who want clean water without extra electronics.

Automated salinity control, auto-flush, and dual-panel operation. All the ease, none of the complexity.

Brushless DC motor, automated control, double the output. For larger crews and serious bluewater passages.

High Output

If you have a suitable vessel, a capable crew, and want to be part of the offshore racing scene from the inside, Offshore Powerboat Racing New Zealand would love to hear from you.