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Stepping Up u.S. builder airship ribS offers a line of sporty rigid-bottom inflatables ranging from 28 to 33 feet. they combine high perfor-mance with easy maintenance and improved fuel economy. airship’s top-of-the-line model is the new 330. it features an open design with a center console that holds a portable toilet for passenger convenience. this big rib is designed for fishing, diving or simply cruising from one point to the next. it also makes a spacious tender with seating for a dozen guests. the hull and deck are vacuum-infused with vinylester resin and moisture-resistant diab foam coring for light weight, strength and durability. the hull is also stepped for enhanced performance. www.airshipribs.com

MiraGe Tender 11 XP JeTLoa: 10' 4" (3.15M)draft: 0' 7" (0.17M)WeiGht: 720 LBS PoWer: 1 X 110-HP YAMAHA FOUr STrOkE/WATEr JETSPeed (maX): 34.75 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 5Price (baSe): $34,900

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COMPACT ANd CLEvEr Small enough to fit into a tight tender bay or be carried on a swim step, the new 11 XP Jet from u.S. builder mirage tender still has ample stowage for docklines, life jackets and what-have-yous. featuring a durable collared fender system, it can ferry four passengers from yacht to shore in comfort. the standard yamaha water jet package includes a security feature that allows the owner to limit power or disable the ignition by remote control. the 11 XP is offered with a wide array of options, including custom hull and collar colors. Larger mirage tender models are in the works. www.miragetender.com

Surf’s Up!the WaveJet line of stand-up paddleboards, surfboards and body boards are driven by the california company’s innovative Power Pod drive. this patented modular, clean energy power system utilizes lithium-ion batteries to provide 20 pounds of thrust and speeds of up to six knots. riders can recharge the battery with a wrist controller utilizing “Seatooth” technology to draw power from any conventional electrical outlet. the drive also has an electronic switch that cuts the power if the driver falls off. fun for beginning and experienced surfers and paddlers alike, WaveJets make great yacht toys. complete systems are priced from $4,395 to $4,845, or you can add a Power Pod to a WaveJet-ready board for $800 to $1,450. www.wavejet.com

Gibbs QuadskiLoa: 10' 6" (3.2M)draft: 1' 2" (0.35M)WeiGht (dry): 1,180 LBS PoWer: 1 X BMW MOTOrrAd k1300SPeed (maX): 39 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 1Price: $40,000

Off-Road Rangertwo high-adrenaline vehicles in one, the new Quadski from Gibbs Sports amphibians is the first all-terrain vehicle (atv) that converts to a personal watercraft (PWc). What’s more, the Quadski tops out at 45 miles per hour both on land and at sea.

“there’s no competition that we’re aware of,” says Gibbs chairman neil Jenkins. “there’s nothing that can do high speed on land and high speed in the water.”

Gibbs spent 15 years and millions of dollars developing the Quadski, now in production in auburn hills, michigan. the vehicle’s raison d’être is simple: “you don’t have to stop at the water if you’re on an adventure,” Jenkins says.

as we discovered on the company’s off-road test track in florida, the adventure begins when you don a helmet and squeeze the Quadski’s throttle. it’s easy to drive on land; you simply press a yellow button to move up through the five forward gears. Steering is similar to driving an atv, but Quadski’s ride was much smoother as we ran through tight S-turns, up steep dirt hills and over a bumpy “rock garden.”

for me, however, the real thrill came when transitioning from land to water. i drove down a sand ramp into a canal, waited until the Quadski’s composite hull began to float, then braked and pushed the “Wheels up” button. it took less than four seconds for the high-tech retracting suspension to pull the wheels up into the hull. When i throttled up, the Quadski’s patented lightweight water jet engaged, pushing it smoothly onto plane. it was the most stable PWc i’ve ever ridden, thanks to its wide beam, yet i could still crank it into tight turns and spins.

the Quadski is classed as an off-road vehicle, but Jenkins says that a version that’s street-legal in europe should be available by the end of the year. www.gibbssports.com – LouiSa beckett

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Ultra-Stable SUPborrowing a concept from ancient Polynesian paddlers, h2o entertain-ment offers a customizable outrigger system that gives any Stand-up Paddleboard (SuP) added stability. not only does the SideKick help paddlers balance on their boards, but it also lets them transport other sports equipment, such as diving, camping or fishing gear. “Scuba divers

can now leave the tank on the SuP and use a hookah line to descend underwater,” says company founder Lee f. hudson.

“fishermen now have no fear of being flipped over by passing boat waves or being dragged far offshore

when hooked on larger fish.” Sidekick outriggers start at $599, plus shipping and handling. www.h20entertain.com

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Calling Jay Gatsbyevery inch of the new chris-craft carina evokes retro elegance, from the burgee on the bow to the ensign that flies from its tumblehome transom. in between are dozens of fine details, such as the radiused taffrail, stainless-steel engine vents and custom mahogany wheel that belie this boat’s production origins.

the carina’s topsides are painted rather than constructed with colored gel-coat. a new fabric called Silvertex vinyl gives the upholstered seating in the bow and stern cockpits a rich, textured feel.

hull 101, which we “lake-trialed” on a very windy day in florida’s historic mount dora, was outfitted with just about every option available, including the heritage trim edition teak package, which made its retro look complete. but the boat turned in a thoroughly modern performance, rising smoothly onto plane without noticeable bow-rise and topping out at around 46 knots even with the wind on its bow. on tight turns, the carina obeyed the wheel without hesitation or cavitation. the windshield was raked at the perfect angle to shield the driver from the breeze, and, to our surprise, the boat stayed bone-dry throughout the entire test.

interior appointments include a pop-up stainless steel ski pylon and a ski stowage locker in the teak cockpit sole. the rear sunpad hides an engine hatch that opens smoothly on stainless steel gas shocks. the boat is offered with a wide range of single mercury and volvo engines, including a 200-hp diesel.

the hull comes in a variety of colors, including ivory crème, Seafoam Green and Palm beach yellow. for owners who want their tender to match the mother yacht, chris-craft offers custom colors as well. “if you bring us any [Pantone] color number, we can match it,” says kirsten Pedersen, marketing manager. www.chriscraft.com – LouiSa beckett

Floating Oasis noted new york designer Stuart Parr designed the Parrluxe Sea Cabana to provide a way to sunbathe at water level near the mothership in comfort and privacy. available in sizes ranging from nine to 50 feet, Sea cabanas incorporate a durable hypalon tube and stainless-steel canopy structure. the mattress is also made of hypalon, wrapped in plush terrycloth. a variety of options are available, including a jellyfish net-protected “sea pool” and teak decking. depending on the size of the Sea cabana and the pump used, it can take just a few minutes to inflate and deflate. Pricing runs from $20,000 to more than $150,000. www.parrluxe.com

“rUBBEr” rACEr the latest incarnation of the high-style Pirelli Pzero 1100 rib is a twin-outboard version that tops out at over 50 miles per hour. beneath its ingenious carbon-fiber hardtop, created by ocke mannerfelt design, the 1100 open features a console with digital control panel. full-length sunpads let two guests catch rays aft, while additional sun-worshippers are accommodated in the convertible bow cockpit. two refrigerators keep chilled champagne at hand. a variety of options are available, including custom color choices for the water-repellent upholstery. the Pirelli Pzero range is the result of a licensing agreement between the global tire manufacturer and technorib. denison yacht Sales is the u.S. distributor. www.denisonyachtsales.com; www.pirellipzero.com

Take a Bow Getting in and out of a rib can be more and more challenging the older one gets. enter chapman. taking the chapman transition tender out for a test spin involved a pit stop; we pulled up to the beach to try out its “wow” factor, the hydraulically operated bow ramp. With a flip of the switch, the bow smoothly lowers, allowing easy beach landings. While initially conceived to ease use for older passengers, the bow ramp makes the tender equally handy for superyacht crew to unload beach barbecue gear and for scuba divers to get in and out of the water with bulky gear on. it even makes the tender wheelchair-friendly. the custom-built tenders are available in 22-, 25- and 28-foot versions. With myriad options, including stern drive or outboard power packages and center console configurations available, no two are exactly alike. as for the typical test, the chapman rides well on its deep-v hull coupled with rib body and turns on a dime. www.chapmantransition.com – riSa merL

TENdEr dIvING at first glance, the belzona 325 catches the eye. the high-perfor-mance center console offers unobstructed views from the helm, a reverse raked windshield and an open convertible layout that allows for walk-around capability in its 10-foot eight-inch beam. but it was only when i stepped aboard for a sea trial that i found the 325’s real standout feature: belzona’s patented sliding doors to port and starboard. from amidships, the sides of the 325 slide back 40 inches towards the stern, allowing for easy boarding and maneuvering of diving equipment and of course, bringing in that prize-winning catch. each of the doors has an integrated pullout dive-style ladder built into the hull’s sides for easy boarding from the water.

While sitting at the helm i was able to fully enjoy 360-degree views thanks to a new style composite support system for the hardtop; no metal piping blocks the view forward or aft from the helm. another element of note is that the Garmin equipment is

stacked one atop the other so all the components are on the same line of sight. Stacking the equipment also left room for a sliding entry door into the head compartment below, which offers enough space for a vanity and mirror with natural light filtering through two portholes.

fold-away forward and aft seating allows for easy maneuvering around the cockpit while fighting fish and keeping dive equipment out of the way. the leaning post aft of the helm includes a refrigerator and freezer, tackle-stowage drawers and four rocket launchers.

as for performance, the 325 comes standard with twin 250-hp mercury verado engines, but the builder offers other power options as requested. for outfitting, the customer may pick and choose every-thing from head accessories to transom livewell configurations from belzona’s miami Lakes, florida, showroom. www.belzonamarine.com –danieLLe araGon cabrera

belzona 325Loa: 32' 6" (9.91M)draft: 2' (0.61M)WeiGht: 11,300 LBSPoWer (Standard): 2 X 250-HP MErCUrY vErAdOSPeed (maX/cruiSe): 38/47 kNOTSPrice (Standard): $225,000

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chaPMan 22Loa: 21' 11" (6.68M)draft: 1' 7" (0.48M)WeiGht: 1.8 TONSPoWer: 1 X 230-HP vOLvO PENTA d3SPeed: 41 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 10

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Pirelli Pzero 1100 oPenLoa: 37' 4" (11.37M)draft: 2' 4" (0.8M)PoWer: 2 X UP TO 350-HP OUTBOArdSSPeed (maX): 43+ kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 14Price (W/o PoWer): €149,000

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chris-crafT carinaLoa: 21' 2" (6.46M)draft (drive uP): 1' 5" (0.43M)WeiGht (dry): 2,913 LBS PoWer: 1 X 256-HP MErCUrY 5.0L MPI/ALPHA SPeed (maX): 46 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 7Price (aS teSted): $81,456

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iGuana 24Loa: 23' (7M) draft (trackS foLded): 1' 6" (0.45M)WeiGht: 4,630 LBS PoWer: 250-HP OUTBOArdSPeed (maX): 38 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 8Price: UPON rEQUEST

ALL-ACCESS PASS novurania has been in the tender business longer than most builders, so its designers know what it takes to ease guest transport to and from the mother yacht. the 2013 chase 19 has a Protex foam collar that protects both vessels. a side entry door and broad swim platform ease entry and exit—both have sockets for removable stainless handrails. teak decking and marine leather upholstery give the spacious seating area a handsome look. a refrigerator drawer and an entertainment system with bluetooth capability keep passengers happy. novurania recently purchased the assets of well-known u.S. tender builder nautica. Look for more models from both brands in the months to come. www.novurania.com

Unsinkable Fun the new dual-console 230 vantage from “unsink-able” u.S. builder boston Whaler offers a nice mix of power, safety and comfort. Winner of a 2013 nmma innovation award, the 230 features a convertible bow seating/sunbathing area, helm bucket seat, adjustable back-to-front passenger lounger and fold-out rear seat. anglers will appreciate the cockpit utility station with sink, cutting board and 36-quart cooler. the optional fishing package adds a 14-gallon livewell, transom-mounted rod holders and raw-water washdown. this versatile craft is available with a watersports tower as well. outboard options from 225 to 300 horsepower deliver all the power needed to tow a skier or wakeboarder. Whaler also offers a 27-foot vantage. www.bostonwhaler.com

Jet Plane aeronautics inspired the design of the 45 Sc, the product of dutch builder ribbon yachts’ collaboration with the naval architects at vripack. the boat’s angles are sculpted, its layout is highly functional, and its cockpit and interior spaces are exceptionally clean and uncluttered. carbon-fiber recaro seats give the driver and two passengers high-tech support while underway at speeds of more than 40 knots. a vector stick-control system makes it easy to maneuver the twin water jets. vripack and conyplex engineered the 45 Sc’s vacuum-injected composite construction to give it a light, stiff hull and maximize performance. www.ribbonyachts.nl

novurania chase 19Loa: 19' (5.8M)draft: 1' 6" (0.45M)diSP.: 3,500 LBS PoWer: 1 X 220-HP vOLvO d3/dPSPeed (maX): 34.75 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 10Price: $190,000

bosTon Whaler 230 vanTaGeLoa: 23' 2" (7.06M)draft: 1' 5" (0.43M)WeiGht (dry): 3,900 LBS PoWer: 1 X 225-HP MErCUrY FOUr-STrOkE vErAdO SPeed (maX): 36.8 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 10Price (baSe): $92,537

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ON THE rIGHT TrACkfrench builder iguana yachts recently added the iguana 24 to its line of amphibious craft. it is quite fun to leave a black-topped parking lot and drive down a boat ramp under the incredulous eyes of fishermen who think they’ve seen everything. rubber tracks move the craft on land at a stately 4.4-mile speed, but enter the water and this hull with a fine entry and deep v becomes alive with an exhilarating and dry ride at speeds of up to 40 knots. after retracting the tracks, which fold neatly alongside at the push of a button, our captain directed our craft to a sandy embankment. the climb wasn’t effort-less as the slope was steep and the sand soft, but our boat (a prototype) finally came atop a beautiful stretch of beach, offering us ocean views from our elevated viewpoint. the craft’s flexibility makes it particularly attractive for owners of waterfront estates. www.iguanayachts.com – ceciLe Gauert

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Eye for Design eyoS tenders and Windy Special Projects have teamed up to introduce the new Windy Sr 26 tender. designed by eyoS, the watercraft was styled by eidsgaard design and built by Windy Scandinavia. it features a deep-v monohedron hull with Pvc foam sandwich construction in both the hull and deck. the sharp-looking Sr 26 has a long list of standard features, including teak deck, electric anchor winch, onboard shower, nomen cleats and lollipop boarding poles. the console stands not quite five feet high when folded, making it easy to store. When open, its dials and large plotter touchscreen are easy to read. www.windy.no

<eYos WindY sr 26 TenderLoa: 26' 7" (8.1M)WeiGht: 4,299 LBS PoWer: 1 X 260-HP 6BY2 YANMAr dIESEL SPeed (maX): 44 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 9Price: €185,000

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Sophisticated Ladythe latest launches from maine shipyard hodgdon custom tenders, hulls 415 and 416, were designed by andrew Winch designs for a superyacht owner who requested a matched Limousine and open tender set. the Limo tender is characterized by beautifully executed teak, from its compound-curve transom to the raised-panel joinery in its interior. Luxurious leather seating and separate head and sink compartments

enhance passenger comfort. the moonroof and the aft glass bulkhead both retract electrically, and the whole roof rises to ease passenger access

and egress. the open tender, which features a retractable bow ramp, is sportier but equally

innovative. www.hodgdonyachts.com; www.limotenders.com

Canadian Classickazulin boats of ontario, canada, offers three versions of the 2013 kavalk 25 Sportrunner, its sleek runabout/tender. the original Sportrunner model is all composite; the vamp adds teak and the belmaris is decked in african mahogany with 22 coats of varnish. owners can select from a wide range of hull colors, cockpit layouts and upholstery on these semi-custom boats. available v8 gas sterndrive packages range from 300 to 425 horsepower, providing top speeds of up to 70 miles per hour. the 25 Sportrunner features a wide swim step, transom sunpad, spacious cockpit and cuddy cabin. its curved custom windshield has a particularly sweet design. www.kazulinboats.com

SPOrT AUTHOrITYthe new Sea ray 21 is more than just a jet boat. this spacious u.S.-built runabout offers seating for up to 10 people. Well-placed stainless-steel grab handles provide support when the Sea ray’s twin German-built Weber turbocharged four-stroke engines top out at 40-plus knots. embarking and disembarking are easy thanks to the walk-through transom; a bow ladder is also available. add the optional watersports tower and the 21 Jet is transformed into a sporty ski boat. there is ample ski and wakeboard storage, and the rear-facing transom seats are perfect for gearing up. a standard Sony stereo with cd player and mP3 port provide the soundtrack for watersports adventures. www.searay.com

Scandinavian Flierdelta Powerboats’ 26 open is a joint effort between the Swedish builder and designer ted mannerfelt, a former offshore racing world champion. their goal was to mix modern design with classic styling, including a straight bow inspired by 1930s-era yachts. the result is a unique combination of open runabout and walkaround cruiser encompassing a teak-trimmed day cabin. Standard features include carbon fiber-reinforced stringers and a hand-laid teak deck. there is also a cd player with bluetooth streaming and radio, raymarine c7 plotter, transom shower and bowthruster for easy docking. upgraded volvo Penta 5.7 GXi/dPS power is available, providing a 47-knot top speed. www.deltapowerboats.se

ULTIMATE rEFITSeveral years ago, roger o’neill hit on a unique concept: Why not buy an old bertram 28—a popular model back in the ’70s and ’80s—and convert it into a custom cruiser with gleaming wood trim and a seaworthy fiberglass hull? the idea clearly caught on, as there are now 17 o’neill craft classic cruisers in existence. o’neill completely refits each bertram he acquires in his florida yard, replacing everything right down to the stringers, then customizes it for its new owner with a choice of layout, woods, soft goods and even a personalized logo. “they get involved,” he says of his customers. “basically, they build their own boat.” email: [email protected]

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hodGdon 8.5M liMousine TenderLoa: 27' 11" (8.58M)draft (drive uP): 1' 8" (0.5M)diSP. (haLf Load): 10,120 LBSPoWer: 1 X 400-HP vOLvO d-6 dUOPrOP OUTdrIvESPeed (maX): 38 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 8 GUESTS, 2 CrEWPrice: UPON rEQUEST

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kavalk 25 sPorTrunnerLoa: 25' (7.5M)draft (keeL): 1' 9" (0.5M)WeiGht (dry): 4,150 LBSPoWer: 1 X 300-HP v8 STErNdrIvESPeed (maX): 54 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 6-8Price (baSe): $107,500

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SINGLE FUEL SOUrCEu.k. builder Williams Performance tenders recently introduced the smallest model in its dieseljet range: the new 445. designed to fit in a compact superyacht tender bay, it nevertheless has a passenger capacity of up to seven adults. this rugged rib’s hypalon tube adds buoyancy for boarding and disembarking, while its composite hull is engineered to provide a smooth ride. the power package, a 110-hp yanmar turbo diesel coupled to Williams’ own high-torque jet pump, gives owners a single fuel source for both tender and yacht. the new dieseljet 445 joins the 505 and 565, which already are in production; the larger 625 is due to launch this year. www.williamsjettenders.com

WilliaMs dieselJeT 445Loa: 14' 11" (4.54M)draft: 3' 9" (1.14M)WeiGht: 1,752 LBS PoWer: 1 X 110-HP YANMAr 4JH4 dIESEL/WILLIAMS JET PUMPSPeed (maX): 35 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 7 Price: UPON rEQUEST

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Smooth Moverthe first hull of this sleek series, designed by nuvolari Lenard, is tender to the 289-foot Lürssen Quattroelle. the italian-built colombo 32 is purpose-built to transport a dozen guests in stylish comfort. both bow and stern cockpits feature wraparound settees shaded by bimini tops. retractable steps and well-placed handrails facilitate embarking and disembarking. the gunwales are lined with storage compartments so life jackets and foul weather gear can be neatly stowed, leaving the teak deck uncluttered. the well- equipped helm console folds down to reduce the boat’s height for storage. custom seating as well as gas and diesel-power options are available. www.colomboboats.it

HIGH-TECH JETthe u.S.-built carbon craft 110t yacht tender combines contemporary styling with the high-tech construction that its name implies. its 100-percent carbon-fiber hull is surrounded by a closed-cell foam collar for protection and added good looks. a teak swim platform folds out of the transom; a hydraulic bow passerelle also is available. clever gunwale hatches in the cockpit hold folded beach chairs. the 110t’s Weber turbo Jet provides plenty of power to tow a skier or water toys, making the carbon craft 110 more than a simple people-mover. the sleek optional hardtop and standard windscreen fold down for storage. www.carboncraftboats.com

carbon crafT 110TLoa: 11' 8" (3.55M)draft: 0' 9" (0.23M)WeiGht: 950 LBS PoWer: 1 X 104-HP WEBEr TUrBO JETSPeed (maX): 35 kNOTSPaSSenGer caPacity: 5Price (baSe): $79,000

A Higher CallingJust when we thought we’d seen every yacht toy imaginable, italian design firm Green yachts has introduced the Inflatable Climbing Wall. created to provide yachts with “a real outdoor gym,” the wall has three routes designed by professional rock climbers, designated by different colors to indicate their level of difficulty. Succeed or fail, every climb ends in a refreshing plunge into the sea. the climbing Wall comes in a standard size of 16.5 by 10 feet, attaching to the yacht at 14 points, but custom sizes, colors and routes are all available. u.k. distributor eco yacht toys offers the climbing Wall starting at €14,495+vat. www.ecoyachttoys.com; www.greenyachts.it

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