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Czeers, the Solar-Powered Speedboat

This time of year speedboats are a popular hobby, and unfortunately a more and more common accessory with that hobby is a big 'ol side of guilt due to all the gas and energy negatively impacting the environment. But wealthy water-lovers in the Netherlands now have a new option that's not only much more environmentally friendly but also outrageously cool: a solar-powered speed boat.

The Czeers Solarboat is 33 ft long and can get up to 35mph, thanks to the 150 solar cells covering its entire surface and giving it a very futuristic look. All yours for just $1.1 million. Ouch.

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Recreational Hybrid Yacht Launches in California

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Yachts & Sailing

A sleek new hybrid yacht was debuted recently in San Francisco -- it's the Chris-Craft Frauscher Hybrid boat and it's a small, sleek yacht that's powered by both a 256hp diesel engine and 4 12-volt car batteries. The boat can reach speeds of up to 40mph and its exceptionally quiet engine can troll at 10mph on electric power alone for over an hour before the diesel engine needs to kick in to recharge the batteries.

The hybrid features a leather, teak, and mahogany interior and a fiberglass exterior. Available in a few different lengths the Frauscher Hybrids sell for $115,000 - $200,000.

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Caillou Boats: Smaller but Better?

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Yachts & Sailing

When it comes to luxury it seems bigger is always better (with the exception of gadgets and technology, of course) but when it comes to boating Caillou is embracing a new philosophy: that small is good.

Inspired by sailboat designs from the 1800s and combining it with methods of today, Caillou strives to take the best of both old-fashioned boat building and modern technology to come up with a unique set of small boats that all have ease of use and convenience at heart. There are 3 different models available (Okume, Teak, and Glass) plus a small selection of used boats for sale on their website.

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Yeti Coolers

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Yachts & Sailing

Ah, spring when a person's thoughts turn to outdoor activities. The ice chest isn't generally considered a luxury object but the Yeti coolers are designed to keep things cooler than many cheaper versions. The coolers have a a full two inches of polyurethane foam in the sides, bottom and lid to keep items cold all day which makes them great for use on boats when people stay out on the water for long excursions. It has a home freezer-style lid gasket that creates an airtight seal. Heavy-duty rubber T-latches and a self stopping, full length integrated hinge keep it secure in the roughest conditions. A leak-proof drain plug offers easy draining without leaks. It can be used to store food and drinks or bait and fish. It also has a large dry-goods rack to keep dry food cold while preventing contact with the ice. The new Tundra series is available in sizes from 35 to 420 quarts with prices starting at $225 and heading up to $895.

[via Synfo]

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The New Eco-Friendly Sabdes 50M Superyacht

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Yachts & Sailing, Green

Although luxury boating is pretty closely associated with size, not all sweet yachts are necessarily the biggest. The newest design from Sabdes is a good example of that principle at work. The Sabdes 50M Superyacht may be slightly smaller than it's predecessors but it more than makes up for what it lacks in square footage by having both cutting edge styling and several eco-friendly features. The 50M has increased fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, a specially styled hull that reduces both wave 'slamming' and the wake impact that can disrupt marine life and cause shoreline erosion, and more energy efficient LED lighting. Plus it runs on a hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system that gives it higher cruising speeds than many other similarly sized yachts.

On top of all that it kind of looks like a spaceship. That's always fun.

Via Bornrich

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The Mini Inflatable Catamaran: The Ultimate in Boating Convenience

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Gadgets, Yachts & Sailing

When it comes to boating true luxury means of course an enormous yacht staffed with enough people to take of everything without bothering you for anything other than 'would you like another drink?' But sometimes it can be a real treat to do something on whim without all those other people around -- just you, the boat, and the water. And maybe a friend. Enter the Mini Inflatable Catamaran -- it fits in a bag and can easily be tossed in the backseat of your car!

This inflatable/unfoldable boat is one you can easily transport and handle yourself. It only weighs 40kg, sets up in about 30 minutes, supports up to 240kg, and can be used on lakes, rivers, or even the sea (although it's tiny so I'd be extra cautious on the open ocean!). $4500.

Via BornRich

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Mulder's 73 Wheelhouse Yacht Launched

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Yachts & Sailing

This traditional cruising yacht is Float, a Mulder 73 Wheelhouse built by the Netherlands-based company for a Swiss owner. The yacht has an all-aluminum construction and twin Caterpillar C12 engines so that the boat can hit a top speed of 24 knots. The exterior features a champagne hull finished with metallic paint and and underwater lighting aft. A transom door hides a tender. The interior of the yacht is done in white-washed teak and wengé wood and there is an iPod docking station with a Denon sound system in each cabin.

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Riva Venere 75

by Trey Evans (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Yachts & Sailing

My Italian is rusty, but thanks to Systran, the page containing the first live shots of the Venere 75 is almost readable. Details of the Ferretti Group yacht include a 32 knot top and 29 knot cruise, 54 ton gross weight, and a 1,453 gallon fuel tank. The photos indicate a very open design with gorgeous sloping glass and plenty of hardwood. (On a side note, YachtWorld.com has one listed for sale at 3.3 million Euro)

[Thanks to Mr. Carosella]

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