Embracing the Sun: The SILENT 62 3-Deck Electric Catamaran Redefining Luxurious Green Yachting
All right, ladies and gentlemen, hold onto your life vests because we're about to embark on a joyride aboard the SILENT 62 3-Deck electric catamaran. Imagine a car running solely on solar energy. Now, scrap that and picture a yacht instead - a grand, ocean-going beast with nothing but good vibes and the sun’s glare to propel it forward.
This beast from SILENT Yachts drinks up the sun like a parched lad in a pub on a Friday evening and uses it for just about everything - propulsion, keeping the beers chilled, and your precious gadgets juiced up. Stuck in a bay? No worries, mate. The yacht's uncanny ability to run your favorite music, your AC, and just about everything else from the sun’s power is impressive, almost bordering on the miraculous. You'd think I'm blabbing but hold on – this beast will cruise between 20-30 miles per day without guzzling a drop of fuel.
When you step aboard, the first thing you notice is an air of tranquility, like stepping into a library, except you're floating on the vast expanse of the sea. There's a near-absence of noise and vibrations, and no smoke or fumes. It's like a yoga retreat on water, with a constant reminder of the sea around you.
The SILENT 62 3-Deck is a crafty piece of work. They've taken the SILENT 60 model, pumped it with growth hormones, and added an extra deck, turning the sky deck into a whopping 538.2 sq ft (50 m2) space from a measly 226 sq ft (21 m2). It's like comparing a house cat with a Siberian tiger! They've added two more feet to the hull and given it a proper face-lift, with lines as sleek and modern as a silicon valley startup office.
You get a range of designs to choose from - like shopping for your yacht at IKEA! And you can choose the kind of views you wake up to with their owner’s suite option that offers a luxurious 194 sq ft (18 m2) suite, ensuite loo, and stunning panoramic views. Perfect for cruising the Med, Caribbean, or even your neighborhood pond if it's large enough!
And the best part? All SILENT models have transatlantic capabilities. They’re like the SUVs of yachts. If island hopping is your thing, this yacht’s a perfect match. And with the power coming from the sun, it’s like having your own infinite power supply – unless you decide to venture into a fortnight-long thunderstorm, for which there's a handy diesel generator hidden somewhere.
It’s also a perfect toy storage for water adventure enthusiasts. Whether you’re into SUPs, kayaking, or e-biking, there’s enough space for them all. You even have an option for a hydraulic platform, allowing you to upgrade your tender by a few feet.
When Michael Kohler and his better half, Heike, launched their first solar catamaran back in 2009, they changed the game. Who’d have thought, a lawyer with a heart of a sailor would redefine the future of yachting? But here we are. After spending more than two decades at sea, they’ve harnessed the power of the sun in a way that trumps wind power – proving that even Mother Nature has her favorites!
And what is luxury, you ask? Well, for some, it might be a diamond-studded watch, but for me and many others, silence is the new gold. And on a SILENT yacht, that's exactly what you get - an unnerving silence. The result? No noise, no vibrations, no smoke - just peace. Perfect for when you don’t want to disturb the sea turtles next door with your thumping party beats.
Finally, buying a yacht like this is a statement. It says you’re ready to enjoy the high seas without chugging barrels of fuel and spewing out tons of carbon. It’s eco-friendly, luxurious, and spacious – the perfect floating villa.
