#powerboat – Irish offshore powerboat racer John Ryan has been announced as driver and throttleman of powerboat entry HTS Apache Perkins in the Venture Offshore Cup London to Monte Carlo Powerboat Race 2014.

This epic adventure last took place in 1972 and was won by the same boat in which Ryan is now driving and throttling. The Legendary HTS Apache Powerboat is owned by Nick Wilkinson Racing and supported by Perkins Marine Engines.

The Venture Offshore Cup is the worlds Longest, toughest and most prestigious race.  More here.