powerboats

The new 2013 Supra SA 22 Wakeboard Boat($TBA) performs above extreme wake sports expectations with amazing wakes, an aggressive look and a shockingly refined interior. This Supra wears its Indmar horsepower on its sleeve with the engine designation in the name. An SA with the 345 Surf engine is an SA350, with the LS3 it’s the SA450 and with the LSA it’s the SA550. The 22 foot 6 inch boat sports Supra’s new Barrage Front End that covers with comfort while projecting power. Some extra features include a sub floor “Liquid Lead Ballast” that comes in at 900 pounds which… Read More »

Dutch submarine manufacturer U-Boat Worx, has shocked the world with their latest creation, the C-Explorer 5 submarine($2.4 million), designed to be the world’s first subsea limousine, it features a full 360-degree acrylic pressure hull, accommodation for 4 passengers including the pilot, a maximum ocean depth of 300 meters and thanks to its high-capacity lithium-ion batteries it can keep running for up to 8 hours…

With its 1.5 l supercharged Rotax® 4-TEC® engine, digital Information Center with 21 functions including compass, ECO™ mode, docking mode and cruise control, a Satellite-ready AM/FM/CD stereo with MP3 port and 2 speakers, huge passenger space, swim platform with 2-step ladder, walk-through to swim platform, dual rear storage, removable cooler and wraparound glass windshield with abundant on-board storage, the 180 Sea-Doo Challenger($TBA) is one of the worlds best equipped family getaway boats.

All going, all terrain, that’s something I would like to have standing in my garage… The Quadski($40,000) comes with a bit of an price tag, but what else would you expect from an ATV that can transform into a jet bike by the push of a button, and powering it all is the work of its high performance BMW engine.

The HotTug($14,800+), simply amazing! Just by looking at it, I simultaneously feel relaxed, happy and rejuvenated… Made from wood and fitted with glass fiber reinforced polyester, this little “snug sailor” uses a stainless steel stove with a single wall pipe, that keeps the water from a nice luke warm, all the way to blistering hot temperature, while its electric or standard outboard motor keeps you tugging along in style as well as comfort.

Founded by yacht and powerboat designer Gregorio Giorgetti, his company manufactures race boats but also builds leisure speedboats, one of them is the 2 seater Giorgetti 535 Black Edition Speedboat($25,000), that incorporates both class and high performance, making it the perfect sport boat for having a blast on the open ocean and look great while doing it.

Riva has created a 27 foot day cruiser called the Riva Iseo($TBA), which is the smallest boat launched by the yacht maker since its famed Aquariva. She will be the first Riva that can be bought with an optional hybrid engine boasting a Zero Emission Mode (ZEM) cruising mode. This system is particularly suitable for lakes or other waters where traditional petrol boating is forbidden. The Riva Iseo is also reportedly the first yacht of its kind equipped with both infotainment and GPS charts built for the iPad. This software has been specifically designed for the vessel and features an… Read More »

Oh yes, they finally made one that is worth a look at, the Jet Surf GP 100($19,500) with its 3-liter gasoline tank can easily pull you along at 30mph and according to the company, there is no comparable engine in the world that has the same power-to-weight ratio and with over 7 years of intensive research and development. its now ready for the public. this board can be delivered anywhere in the world and comes with all necessary parts and personal training on-site by one of Jet Surf’s trainers, as well as a stand for the board and a bag.

The Swiss-made, high-performance Marine Kart($TBA) ,weighing in at a mere 120 pounds is no heavier than your average real go cart, and with the ability to fly across the water at 22 mph, id say its much much more fun…

Ah yes Sea-Doo’s premier watercraft, the Sea-Doo Wake Pro 215($TBA), designed specifically for tow sports comes standard with Speed-based Ski Mode dash, 3-Position Ski Pylon for spotter grip, Removable Board Rack for carrying boards, Watertight Storage, Fold-down reboarding step, Touring Mode and ECO Mode for up to 46% better fuel consumption

Summer is truly the best season of the year, the nice warm sun, people everywhere and the water, let’s not forget the water! But it’s also about having fun and relaxing, and what better way to do this than in a beautiful Antagonist Yacht($TBA)… Powered by dual, 370hp Yanmar diesel engines, and loads of features, this one of a kind yacht is a keeper.

With its 12-volt electric motor, which displaces it at a mild speed of 4 mph, the Hammacher Schlemmer’s Limited Edition Electric Boat($4000) is not exactly a speed boat, but also its intentions are none of the like, this little cruiser was built for romance and relaxation, it uses latest fiberglass technology, chromed moldering, stainless steel drink holders and a cooler that can hold up to 24 bottles/cans…

Designed by award-winning Zaha Hadid, the Z-boat($458,000) is composed of fiberglass and carbon fiber, with the current plans aiming for a color palette of gray, white and blue, only to be soled at a limited edition of only 12 pieces! This eight meter vessel was designed for London-based art dealer and writer Kenny Schachter and his Rove Projects.

The New Hampshire based Juliet Marine Systems, Inc. has been working with the U.S. Government on the formerly ultra-secret GHOST, the world’s first “super-cavitating” craft, which essentially means that the boat/submarine has the capability to “fly” through an underwater gaseous environment that enables the craft to travel with 900 times less hull friction than water. The idea behind this technology is pure stealth. In super-cavitation, water pressure is consistently lowered below vapor pressure, allowing the specially-shaped nose of the craft to deflect the mass of water around the body at high speeds, thereby creating low pressure and a resulting “cavitation… Read More »

With one part dedicated to being a speed boat and the other a glider, the wFoil 18 Albatross($TBA) makes use of hydrofoils to lift its hull and literally ski on the water. The reduced friction allows the boat to reach speeds up to 90 mph and and at that speed this thing will deliver a ride like none you’ve ever experienced.

Forget jet-skis, forget submarines, go jumping into the air, or exploring deep under the water in a Dolphin/Shark Power Boat($65,000.00), they are powered by a 250hp supercharged Atkins Marine rotary engine, and can achieve speeds of up to 50mph on the surface and a staggering 20mph while fully submerged! Check the vid

Rowing is old school, having a four stroke, 9.5 horsepower motorized Power Kayak($3,250.00) is the norm now, haha well it is at least for a lucky few, with its 2 gallon gas tank, it can run for about 2 to 3 hours and has 2 dry storage compartments for the bits and doodats.