Seabob
Glide underwater.
by Alan Wendt
Meet Seabob, billed as the “World’s fastest underwater scooter.”
Photos Courtesy of Seabob
Offered by Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales (JBYS), the E-Jet power system is offered in three models — the F5, F5 S and F5 SR — each with increasing power levels.
Attention-getting for a number of reasons, Seabob has a highly sporty character thanks to custom graphic packages, a touch of bling with the Chrome package (complete with a chromium-plated tail ring) and can be equipped with integrated camera technology to record your adventures and fun. Mounted in the bow, the full-HD camera records at the push of a button. Another full-HD camera is found on the information display. This camera acts like an integrated action selfie cam and saves all the pilot’s recordings when driving the Seabob. All recordings can be transmitted to your smartphone with WLAN technology.
Built using premium carbon elements, ceramic coatings and precious metals resistant to saltwater, the drive unit of the Seabob Jet is a blend of science and sport. The motor is a high-torque synchronized drive unit featuring a microprocessor-controlled three-phase sinus power management system. Power is provided by highly efficient Lithium-ion accumulators.
“While some may consider the Seabob a toy for the tropics, we’ve found them to be an incredibly fun water toy to enjoy in the Great Lakes,” says Ron Silvia, JBYS vice president of sales in Chicago. “Fun for all ages, it’s a special way to glide through the water in a rush of freedom.”
The Seabob offers effortless control with a high degree of maneuverability both on the surface or diving depths of up to 130 feet. A safety cut-off feature ensures that the diving depth is not exceeded. By the way, you can also use this in the pool. Seabob weighs between 64 and 74 pounds depending on the model you choose.
Price List
- F5 MSRP: $9,980
- F5 S MSRP: $13,450
- F5 SR MSRP: $17,780
- Website: seabob.com
DEALERS
- Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales
St. Clair Shores, MI; Charlevoix, MI; Holland, MI; Grand Haven, MI; Spring Lake, MI; Chicago, IL; Marblehead, OH, Naples, FL
jbys.com