I’ve always been fascinated with hovercrafts, I don’t really know why? Maybe because a hovercraft is a boat that flies/glides over water and land, and who doesn’t like a flying boat? A normal hovercraft is cool but the “Flying Hovercraft”, shown here, not only glides over water and land; it actually takes flight like a plane.
The Flying Hovercraft does everything a regular hovercraft can do but it can also fly up to 50 feet above ground and reach speeds of up to 50 miles per hour. The flying hovercraft takes flight with the help of two lightweight integrated wings and is powered by a fuel-injected turbocharged twin-cylinder engine that produces 130 horsepower. The flying boat can carry a payload of up to 600 pounds and has a range of 160 miles. continue reading →
Chris Craft Boats have been in the business for well over a century now with the parent company being founded in 1874. These guys are responsible for bringing leisure boating to the masses in the 1930’s and 1950’s. The Corsair 36 European Edition is their new stylish sports boat offering unmatched luxury and interior space for this category of boats.
The Corsair 36 European Edition is powered by a set of Volvo V8 engines producing a total of 840 horsepower and is capable of reaching speeds as high as 42 knots. The boat features an open lounging area towards the rear of the boat offering maximum seating capability and also has an electric dining table that can hide in the teak sole. continue reading →
Over 5 years in the making, the Adastra yacht finally made its maiden voyage in the Pearl River in China. Designed by John Shuttleworth Yacht Designs and built by McConaghy Boats in Zhuhai, China – the yacht is built for a Hong Kong businessman for leisure trips to his private Indonesian islands.
The Adastra Yacht has a price tag of $15 million and is considered to be one of the most fuel efficient yachts around with a top speed of 22.5 knots and a range of 4,000 miles (at 17 knots). The structure of the boat is crafted from carbon fiber with a Nomex honeycomb core and the hull is glass/Kevlar foam sandwich. To reduce weight, the interior of the yacht features light weight oak cabinets and carbon fiber hatches, ladders, portlights, and hinges. continue reading →
Jesse, from Free Willy, wishes he had access to this back in 1993 when he saved his beloved orca killer whale. The Killer Whale “Submarine” is a two-person watercraft designed after the Orcinus Orca and is capable of reaching speeds of up to 50mph over the water’s surface and can reach speeds of 25mph while submerged.
The watercraft is capable of submerging underwater about five feet deep as the integrated snorkel in the dorsal fins needs access to air. The watercraft features watertight half-inch thick acrylic canopy which has push and pull twin control levers which articulate the whale’s pectoral fins to execute rolls and stealthy dives just like the real whale. continue reading →
A luxury automaker making a cigarette racing boat? Yep, the Mercedes AMG Marauder Cigarette Boat was revealed at the 2012 Miami Boat show. The Black Series 50’ Marauder gets its inspiration from the Mercedes C63 AMG Black series but unlike the 510-horsepower 6.3-liter V8, the Cigarette boat features a pair of Mercury Racing engines putting out a combined horsepower of 2,700 horsepower!
Mercedes partnership with Cigarette speedboats is nothing new. In the past, they also collaborated on an SLS-inspired 46’ speedboat. The 50-footer seen here is not only built for speed but also has luxurious touches which are to be expected from a company like Mercedes Benz. continue reading →
Although it will never be, the idea of having a vehicle that can do everything, much like the Transformers, is something that has kept grown men awake at night for decades. Some progress has been made in recent times with vehicles such as the Model 367 but that’s not even close to how we imagine it. Although though we are nowhere near having awesome flying cars, progress is being made in other areas – amphibious vehicles.
Gibbs Amphibians – the creators of the Aquada amphibious sports car and Quadski ATV/Jet-Ski – now have a pair of vehicles called the Phibian and the Humdinga. Both vehicles are capable of driving at highway speeds (100 mph) on the road and up to 40 mph on the water. continue reading →
Waterfront property can be extremely expensive in large cities so some people decide to live on boats to be close to the water. Depending on the size, a boat can be an affordable solution or it can run into the millions of dollars. But for those who can’t decide between a house and a boat, they might want to consider a boathouse. Designers of X-Architects have worked closely with Leen Vandaele, interior design architect and design consultant from Squisito, to develop a houseboat that creatively combines the nautical lifestyle with modern engineering. The primary structure of the floating boathouse is made from two catamaran beams which provide stability. Stainless steel and glass is also used extensively to provide a modern and elegant look.
The houseboat is a 60.6-ft by 22-ft structure which includes an upper deck with a concealed kitchen, a dining area, and a living room. The lower deck is where you will find the bedrooms, a bathroom, and the Captain’s cabin or steering cabin. The houseboat also features a terrace with a spiral staircase which can be used as a sun deck. continue reading →
Dutch Vitters Shipyard has revealed their latest creation, the Sarissa, a 42.6 meter (140 ft) sailing super-yacht. The luxurious Sarissa was designed by the highly praised naval architect Bill Tripp and Rhoades Young Design Ltd. The Sarissa also happens to be the largest Dutch-built carbon fiber sloop to date. I’m usually not a big fan of sail boats but this particular yacht features so much luxury that you have no choice but to like it.
In terms of the exterior, the only thing that is impressive is the size of the sailing yacht. At 42.6 meters, it’s a pretty long boat. Most of the magic on the Sarissa is in its high-quality finishing touches, luxurious interior, and technology. The Sarissa truly is a home away from home. continue reading →
When you think of high-end luxury yachts, does Aston Martin come to mind? If you said yes, that’s one hell of a lucky guess. We don’t normally associate the Aston Martin name marine recreational vehicles but one European design house thinks a little differently than most others.
Luiz de Basto Designs have created a concept Voyage 55 yacht which is inspired by luxury-sport vehicles such as the Vantage, DBS, Virage, and Rapide. Now imagine those beautiful cars but on a boating platform. What you get is the “Aston Martin” Voyage 55. The Voyage 55 features two-person seating up front, luxurious interior, light luggage space, and plenty of room in the rear for a party. But the main selling feature of this boat is the unique design. continue reading →
The main idea behind the Schopfer Yacht company was to create yachts that combined aerodynamics and modern designs that will not be mistaken for traditional yachts. The Audax 130 is the latest yacht from Schopfer that features a sporty and aerodynamic look with its beautifully designed streamlined hull.
At first glance, you will notice the 130-foot long Audax 130 looks like something from the future with long swooping lines that would feel right at home on a spaceship. The sporty mega yacht is not only aesthetically pleasing from the outside but interior is just as striking and features accessories to entertain just about any adventurous sailor out there. continue reading →
