Thunder on Cocoa Beach featuring Demon Bikini Race Team

The Demon Bikini Race Team is set to compete in the 16th Annual Thunder on Cocoa Beach Offshore Powerboat Race, taking place from May 15–18, 2025, in Cocoa Beach, Florida. This premier event is renowned as one of the largest and most anticipated offshore powerboat races in the U.S., attracting top-tier teams and high-performance boats. The Demon Bikini team, racing in the Super Stock class, features the S-33 boat—a 32-foot carbon-fiber catamaran powered by twin Mercury Racing 300R engines, delivering a combined 600 horsepower. The team is led by owner/throttleman Chad Havens from Orange, Texas, and driver Leanna Shadlow from Rogers, Arkansas. The event spans four days, offering fans a mix of high-speed racing, meet-and-greets with race teams, VIP experiences, and vibrant beachside entertainment. Highlights include the High Octane Kick-Off Party, Downtown Street Party, and the main race day on Sunday, culminating in an awards presentation.