Some call it a powered surfboard, Wavejet calls it personal water propulsion
WaveJet is a patented Personal Water Propulsion (PWP) engine designed for use in a range of personal watercraft, including surfboards, SUPs, kayaks, kiteboards, rescue boards and light boats. Powered by an integrated twin-lithium ion battery pack, WaveJet is capable of 20 pounds of thrust, has a continuous run-time of over 30 minutes, and recharges in a standard wall socket. The idea behind the WaveJet is you attach it to your board to spend less time paddling and more time riding the waves. Now there are a lot of questions that I have. Can you just add it to any board without any serious alterations? Does the 20lbs of thrust offset the added weight of the unit? No matter what your view on this nifty little power plant, it's a pretty cool idea and I'm sure it's gonna make them some serious greenbacks. Also worth mentioning, WaveJet is based right here in the greater San Diego area.
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