The Operator of Vessel 2 completed upgrades and repairs to Vessel 2 and was beginning test runs.  The Operator of Vessel 2 reported that he did observe Vessel 1 and other vessels as he cleared the harbor.  Vessel 1 was pulled alongside several other vessels and took off at a high rate of speed with a second vessel following.  The following vessel observed that Vessel 1 and Vessel 2 were on a collision course, but could not get close enough to Vessel 1 to communicate this fact.  Vessel 2 saw Vessel 1 at the last moment; both vessels turned in opposite directions to avoid collision, but were unsuccessful.  The bow of Vessel 1 then struck the port side of Vessel 2 mid-ship, causing damage to both vessels.  The Operator of Vessel 1 suffered no injuries; the Operator of Vessel 2 suffered a head injury.  The Operator of Vessel 1 was cited for not having mandated boater education.  Alcohol was not suspected in the incident.
Lorain                        