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Zodiac's Adorable New Yacht Tender, the Eclipse 570

The latest model from Zodiac, the maker of rough and tough inflatable boats is the cute little Eclipse 570 yacht tender. According to Superyacht Times, the 18.7 foot boat will make its U.S. boat show debut at this year's Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. The little boat ferries nine passengers around in shaded comfort with bow and main canopies. The seats are well spaced out for balance with space for two on an aft bench facing forward, a double seat on the aft end of the engine compartment lid for two facing aft, two passengers can sit on the seating area forward of the engine compartment lid and the forward and side bench seats of the bow area will hold the remaining three passengers. Other details include handholds, handles for boarding, recessed boarding steps and a swim platform. The tender has an inboard diesel engine and zips you back and forth from your yacht at a brisk 30 knots.

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Can Space Go Condo?

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Travel & Hotels

We know space tourism is getting big but what about space real estate? A company called Bigelow Aerospace recently launched Genesis II, a prototype habitat that may be the future of life in space. The company is getting closer and closer to launching a habitat that can support human life. The first habitat that can support three people, Sundancer, is set to launch in 2010.

Robert Bigelow has already invested $75 million in the company and says that the inflatable could be used for hotels, laboratories or other purposes. The biggest problem he foresees is having enough launch vehicles to get his designs into space. As the article in the Register puts it, what's the point in cheap housing if there is no way to get

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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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Inflatable Bars

by Nicole Weston (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Decor

I suppose that the purpose of an inflatable bar is so that you don't have to commit a lot of room to storing a more solid piece of furniture year-round when you really only need something to use every few months. Bubble Miami makes inflatable bars, buffets and coffee tables in a number of different sizes, shapes and colors. They can hold a substantial amount of weight, certainly enough for the bottles, glasses and any hors d'oeuvres that you might put on them, and are quite sturdy, too. The company both sells and rents the units, but you'll have to call for pricing information and to find the one that will best suit your needs.

[via cribcandy]

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Zodiac C27

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Yachts & Sailing

You have a yacht for laidback cruising but what about the times you want to really get out in the weather and get your adrenaline going. That's where the Zodiac C27 comes in. The latest rigid-hull inflatable from Zodiac is designed for weekend warriors looking for a floating ATV. It is the consumer version of the Hurricane built by Zodiac. It has a deep-V fiberglass hull for slicing through water at high speeds. The boat has two V6 150 horsepower Evinrudes and zips along quickly. Pricing starts at $225,000 and Zodiac's website has a cool video of the boat powering through rough water at high speeds.

[via Classic Driver]

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Inflatable Outdoor Home Theater

by Nicole Weston (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Gadgets

There is a certain point at which a screen can become too large for most rooms inside the house, but it is hard to admit that a TV can ever be too big. Even if the TV fits easily into the space, you might not be able to get far enough away to actually view it comfortably. The solution is to take your TV outside, and the Outdoor Home Theater looks like a pretty good system to try. The weatherproof 8-foot screen inflates with an air pump in only 4 minutes, so unlike other projection screens, it doesn't need to be permanently set up in the yard. Two "weatherized" speakers, safe for outdoor use, are included with the screen and can be placed to create a surround-sound effect.

Unfortunately, this doesn't ship until mid-July, so you won't be able to get it in time for a 4th of July party, but it will make watching movies (or baseball games) on warm summer nights a lot more enjoyable. Price: $999.95.

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The Cloud

by Nicole Weston (RSS feed) —

Who wouldn't want their very own cloud? The Cloud is a portable room with walls made of soft, white nylon that inflates with a silent fan. Though the fan must be plugged in, because the Cloud is so lightweight, it can be moved anywhere to create a peaceful and relaxing environment. Use it as a private retreat for reading or meditation. When inflated, the room measures 17.5 x 13-feet and is 7.5-feet high. You can enter the Cloud through a self-closing slit door, just as you might enter a tent. At $5,900, it's a little more expensive than clouds made of water, but it certainly is more accessible.

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