Water toys today offer more options than a Starbucks coffee menu to accommodate a wide spectrum of interests and activity levels.
For those who prefer to relax and lounge casually, there are cozy, covered and open float designs available.
If being more physical is your thing, perhaps a round of virtual golf off the swim platform, cruising on a custom stand-up paddleboard, skating atop the sea on an electric surfboard or diving beneath the surface with an underwater scooter is the move.
For those seeking to take their underwater fun even further, how about a personal submarine that can travel to depths of 600-plus feet?
Then again, why choose?
SeaDriveCX / Golf Entertainment
Sitting on the hook in Saint-Tropez, but want to play 18 holes in Pebble Beach or just work on your driving and putting skills? Enter the SeaDriveCX. Built for superyachts, this virtual-golf system is constructed with F1-grade carbon fiber for durability. The unit comes in a selection of colors and finishes, can be set up for lefties or righties, and has an easy-to-see display. Some of its data-capture features include ball speed, distance, launch angle and side spin. Club data is also captured, including head speed, angle of attack and more. There are myriad options ranging from biodegradable golf balls to gloves, golf bags and mats.
Triton 660/9 AVA / Underwater Explorer
Considering an underwater wedding with a few friends or a round of Texas Hold ’em at a custom poker table several hundred feet down? The nine-seat Triton 660/9 AVA—built for eight guests and a pilot—has a flexible, entertainment-centric layout that can do the above and more while below, even formal dining. Owners can choose how to outfit the interior, which is possible because of the 660/9 AVA’s single free-form acrylic pressure hull. The 660/9 AVA’s volume is about three times greater than personal subs with multi-hull designs. The 660/9 AVA travels at about 3 knots for up to 12 hours. Maximum depth is 660 feet.
Lind Electric Surfboards / Technology Meets Tradition
For those whose ultimate dream is to surf anytime and anywhere there’s water, Lind offers a solution: an electric surfboard that pays tribute to traditional craftsmanship and performance while pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation. The board’s drivetrain (the battery and jet system) fits into the frame and is held in place by a locking mechanism. It is modular and requires no tools to assemble, and it has more than 50 sensors and microprocessors powered by an always-on mobile network connection, making for easy setup, transportation and service nearly anywhere that a yacht drops its hook.
FunAir Shaded Oasis / The Getaways’ Getaway
Ready. Set. Relax. While the kids are diving, swimming and paddling, the FunAir Shaded Oasis lets the adults enjoy some serious downtime. FunAir collaborated with Deck Tent to create the Oasis’ Bimini top, which can be removed if sunbathing is on the agenda. According to FunAir, it takes around 15 minutes to inflate the Shaded Oasis, which can be secured to the boat, the dock or even the beach. It accommodates as many as eight guests with access via the company’s SeaStairs. The Shaded Oasis has an inflatable coffee table as well as a netted area that lets guests enjoy the water without encountering the local wildlife.
Seabob F9S / A Porsche Design Classic
For swimmers who want to glide like a dolphin underwater, the F9S from Seabob provides the chance to cavort and cruise with the local inhabitants. This scooter has technological construction innovations, starting with its titanium, magnesium and ceramic coatings. It has a digital, thumb-operated accelerator to adjust the variable engine power while a sensor allows the rider to switch between normal and dive modes. For a more active ride, riders can select sports mode and feel the rush of maximum engine power. The wing system on the F9S’ jet nozzle and the rear side wings work together to create a stabilizing effect.
The Rapid / A Go-Fast SUP
Designed with input from professional kitesurfer and designer Julien Fillion, The Rapid from Beau Lake is a racing-style stand-up paddleboard that has sleek looks and is designed to offer outstanding performance. Its body is constructed of carbon fiber for strength, rigidity and light weight, and a chic Macassar ebony wood veneer stretches the full length of the upper deck. The paddleboard is finished with an ultra-glossy protective coating for a distinctive sheen that protects the wood from ultraviolet exposure. The 14-foot board tips the scales at just 29 pounds. A carbon-fiber paddle with a telescopic handle is included.
