Exclusive Onboard: DeFalco’s Sheboygan P1 Offshore Test Run Sets the Stage for Race Weekend

ByBrian Bateman
Exclusive Onboard: DeFalco’s Sheboygan P1 Offshore Test Run Thrills Lake Michigan
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SHEBOYGAN, WI – Sheboygan’s lakefront came alive on August 8, 2025, as the DeFalco team took to the water for a P1 Offshore test run driven by owner Billy Moore ahead of this weekend’s races. With race day just hours away, this #MercuryRacing powerhouse put on a thrilling show, tearing across Lake Michigan in a high-speed shakedown that had locals and visitors buzzing. Sheboygan Life was given exclusive access to capture onboard video of the run, putting you right in the middle of the action.

Ignore the timestamp on our GoPro. It’s 8-8-25 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

From the moment the engines roared to life, you could feel the energy in the air. The DeFalco sliced through the waves with precision, banking into turns and pushing speeds that few get to witness up close. Our onboard footage captures every surge, every spray, and every moment from the cockpit — the closest you can get to the action without a life jacket.

Sheboygan Gears Up for P1 Offshore
Tomorrow, Sheboygan transforms into the heart of offshore powerboat racing. The P1 Offshore series brings together some of the most skilled teams and fastest boats in the world, all converging on our stretch of Lake Michigan for a weekend of speed, strategy, and spectacle. Crowds are expected to line the South Pier, Deland Park, and Sheboygan’s beaches for prime viewing of the action. Schedule & Event Guide.

Local businesses are also feeling the boost, with restaurants, coffee shops, and hotels buzzing with visitors from across the Midwest. For Sheboygan, the races aren’t just about the boats — they’re a celebration of community, waterfront pride, and the thrill of competition.

Don’t Miss the Action
The green flag drops tomorrow, and if the DeFalco’s test run is any indication, fans are in for an unforgettable weekend. Whether you’re watching from shore, on the water, or following along online, Sheboygan’s P1 Offshore event promises speed, power, and plenty of heart-pounding moments.

Check out our exclusive onboard video above, share your excitement in the comments, and attach your race photos so we can feature them in our coverage.

Sheboygan Life Publisher

Brian Bateman is a lifelong Sheboygan County resident, web developer, and founder of SheboyganLife.com. Inspired by his love for the area and a desire to give back, he created this free, community-driven platform to share local events, stories, and happenings.

A graduate of Plymouth and Sheboygan South High Schools and the UW Center in Sheboygan, Brian has spent his career building digital solutions across Wisconsin for clients around the world.

From local event coverage to boosting small businesses, Brian’s mission is simple: spotlight what makes Sheboygan special, support the locals behind it, and keep the community connected, informed, and on the grow.

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