How did Cigarette Racing become one of the most iconic speedboat brands in America? During Miami’s cocaine era of the 1970s and 1980s, offshore racing exploded in popularity, and Cigarette Racing found itself at the center of a booming speedboat culture. Behind the glamour, high-speed races, and luxury lifestyle was a city transformed by drug money, organized crime, and rapid economic growth.
In this video, we explore the rise of Cigarette Racing, the influence of Don Aronow, Miami’s offshore racing scene, and the surprising connection between the speedboat industry and the cocaine boom.