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World's First Solar Speedboat Does 30 Knots Gas-Free

Looking to zoom through the oceans in a stylish, but also somewhat environmentally friendly, manner? Check out the Czeers MK1 prototype solar speedboat, a 10-meter long rig that manages to pack in 14 square meters of solar panels to power an 80kw electric motor. The MK1 plows through the water at a breakneck 30 knots, using no oil and producing no fumes or engine noise. Hit the jump for a video of the boat in action. More »

7:30 PM on Sat May 24 2008
By Elaine Chow
19,886 views, 48 comments

Latest by mrgoodbytes: worlds first, hardly. also 100% carbon fiber with LCD touchscreen and does 30knots... and many years ahead of this more »

water sports

AquaClimb Poolside Climbing Walls: The Next Best Thing To Everest

It may not be as challenging as climbing some of the great peaks of the Himalayas, but the AquaClimb is a hell of a lot warmer and safer than a mountain—plus it offers up a great upper body / core workout. The fiberglass panels include hand-sculpted rock features and the ability to be rotated 90 degrees or even reconfigured to customize the level of difficulty. There is even a a non-slip, textured surface, interchangeable handholds and a 10 degree angled design to ensure saftey. I just wouldn't be following right behind that kid in the red trunks if you want to survive. Available for a whopping $8,000. [Hammacher Schlemmer and AquaClimb via BornRich]

6:30 PM on Fri Mar 28 2008
By Sean Fallon
8,777 views, 34 comments

Latest by Worf: Falling into water can be quite painful - water's like concrete if you hit it fast enough. It lacks sufficient more »

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AquaCiser Either World's Deepest Hot Tub or Sinking Row-Boat Simulator

Wave at the world's deepest hot tub, the AquaCiser. Wave quickly, because that guy looks like he is going down with his monoreme. The manufacturer, Ferno Performance Pools, claims that you can do triathlon training without even leaving the comfort of your own home—if cycling round the utility room is your bag, that is. Never mind the rowlocks, there's also a reversible treadmill on the bottom of the tub, which is 53 inches deep. With 57 jets, five pumps and throttle control valves, the AquaCiser comes in at a cool $17,000. [Ferno Performance Pools via Book of Joe]

7:37 AM on Wed Mar 19 2008
By AddyDugdale
6,318 views, 11 comments

Latest by Gojulas: Try using this exercise machine as a coat rack! more »

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Collapsible Surfboard Concept Brings Mecano Fun to Water Sports

So, you like surfing, but your apartment and car are not big enough for a full-sized board. What's the solution, I hear you ask. Sure, you could take up a new sport, or you could get yourself a Collapsible Surfboard. Designed by Nicholas Notara, who wanted to achieve portability without compromising functionality, the frame is made of carbon fiber, and the whole board is taken apart in three easy moves: More »

6:25 AM on Wed Feb 13 2008
By Haroon Malik
9,244 views, 20 comments

Latest by bumbledust: Bumbeldust is my site i have been making split in two surfboards for over 10 years, and they do work. more »

gone surfin'

With a Powersurf FX, Surf's Always Up

Surfing is an entirely different sport when you have the Powersurf FX's 9.5hp four-stroke engine on board. Control this baby with its handheld throttle and you can steer it just like a conventional surfboard by leaning to the left or right. Its engine works with a similar principle to a jet ski, blasting out its thrust from the back, but its makers say it's the quietest power surfboard on the market. More »

11:15 AM on Thu May 17 2007
By Charlie White
3,901 views, 17 comments

Latest by SpudMills: You'd think they'd be able to find some beach type models with a tan. more »

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H2O Waterproof Headphones

Take your music with you while you're doing your underwater basketweaving with the H2O Audio Waterproof Headphones, completely water resistant down to a depth of 10 feet. Coupled with a waterproof iPod housing from H2O Audio, you can take your tunes down to Davy Jones Locker without worrying about ruining anything. They're probably not suitable for scuba diving, but watertight enough for the deepest backyard pool. More »

11:22 AM on Tue May 9 2006
By Charlie White
2,055 views, 8 comments

Latest by zaretina: look at that thing! the tunnelly part of the headphone. it must go all the way to your inner ear....doesnt more »