Thread: A different approach to jet boating

Originally Posted by yerimaginaryM8

Anyone had a look first hand at one of these Russian inflatables? Looks like they have low speed steering that is lacking in conventional boats and they don't go bang and dent when you hit things... Dunno how long one of those impellers would last chewing gravel? Although the seating position is different and potentially less comfortable than a conventional boat they may be easier on your back with the inherent flex? I have a small conventional and banging down seriously joggly water for any length of time can be hard on the back. Will be interesting to see how popular they become

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fp8z82Wnmhk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-gTkL-aWpo

Those snail drive jets like the Mercury Sportjet don't mind chewing up a bit of gravel. Much more forgiving than the usual designs.