X Shore Bowrider: Because Sometimes, Silence is Cork-Lined Golden
Image Credit: X Shore.
Today I've got some electrifying news that's sure to float your boat (pun intended, naturally). Remember X Shore, those Swedish geniuses who brought us the Eelex 8000 and the X Shore 1? Well, they've been tinkering away in their Scandinavian workshops, and they've just launched a limited-edition beauty called the Bowrider.
Before you start picturing a Viking longship powered by lightning bolts, let me clarify. The Bowrider is a revamped version of their X Shore 1 model, designed for those who like their nautical adventures with a side of socializing and sunshine. Basically, they took the X Shore 1, ripped out the fore cabin, and replaced it with a swanky lounge area at the bow. Put simply - they turned the front of the boat into a floating patio, perfect for soaking up the rays and sipping on some bubbly (responsibly, of course).
Image Credit: X Shore.
X Shore also added another lounge space at the rear, with back-to-back seating so you can either gaze out at the horizon or engage in some lively conversation with your fellow passengers. This area also doubles as a staging ground for water sports. So, if you're feeling adventurous, you could be towed on water skis by a virtually silent electric boat. Talk about making a splash!
Electric boat? What's so special about it? Well, my friend, let me tell you. First of all, it's whisper-quiet. No more roaring engines to drown out the sound of the waves or scare away the local marine life. You will be gliding through the water on a magic carpet, except instead of genies and flying monkeys, you have sustainable technology and Scandinavian design.
The Bowrider is a minimalist's dream. X Shore has a penchant for clean lines and natural materials, and this boat is no exception. They've used a combination of carbon fiber, fiberglass, and cork to create a vessel that's both lightweight and eco-friendly. Cork? Apparently, it's softer than teak, cooler to the touch, and naturally antimicrobial. And it gives the boat its unique, earthy aesthetic that's sure to get people's attention.
Image Credit: X Shore.
The Bowrider is powered by a 125 kW motor that can propel it to a top speed of 30 knots (that's about 35 mph for us landlubbers). Not too shabby for a battery-powered boat, eh? The Bowrider boasts a 63 kWh pack that provides an "industry-leading range" of up to 50 nautical miles (57 miles). Of course, that range will vary depending on how hard you push the throttle, but that's the price you pay for the thrill of silent, emission-free cruising.
All this sounds fantastic, but it's probably going to cost me an arm and a leg. Well, the Bowrider starts at roughly $136,000 (€129,000). Okay, that's a hefty price tag, for sure. Even for those of us who can tell a starboard from a port side. But the experience of cruising through the water in style and silence, and doing your part for the planet unfortunately comes at a price.
So, the X Shore Bowrider. A luxurious, eco-friendly, and without a doubt cool electric boat that's sure to make waves (sorry, I couldn't resist). If you've got the cash to splash, I highly recommend checking it out. Just don't forget to invite me along for the ride!
