eLite Electric Outboard
ePropulsion recently announced the global launch of its latest innovation, the eLite electric outboard motor. The eLite 500W electric outboard (1.5 hp equivalent) was specifically created for the tender and smaller boating market, and features a direct-drive motor and advanced design propeller to deliver high efficiency with near-silent operation. With a focus on minimal maintenance and cutting-edge technology, the eLite’s “Sport” mode adds an additional 50% boost in power for challenging conditions. With multiple charging options, including 110/220V AC, 12V DC, and solar with the use of optional ePropulsion converters, it can be fully charged in around four hours. For added capability and convenience, the eLite includes a USB-C output that allows users to charge and power other electrical devices. The motor is under three-feet in length and weighs 14.7-pounds, including the built-in battery.
Price: $999 » www.epropulsion.com
Harken Zircon Blocks
In an effort to create the most smooth-running block possible for small boats, Harken has created a new series to make trimming easier and takedowns smoother. At the core of the Zircon range’s performance are industrial ceramic ball bearings mounted inside caged races. The cages keep the bearings apart so they don’t bunch up, touch, and stop each other. The result is a very free-running block with less energy lost to friction. Give an unrigged Zircon block a strong spin, and it spins for an incredibly long time. Zircon bearings are more than 700% stronger in compression than stainless bearings of the same size, meaning they won’t deform if used within the recommended load limits. More importantly, they don’t absorb as much energy before starting to roll. This becomes evident when you need to ease a sail in light air. You feel even the slightest fluctuations in sheet load, which means better sail shape and more speed.
Price: $58+ » www.harken.com
Zhik Fuze Sailing Trainer
Finding the right sailing shoe is often about striking a balance between comfort and functionality, which is exactly what Zhik’s Fuze Sailing Trainer aims to achieve. Using lightweight materials to provide exceptional support and grip, the Fuze sailing shoe is designed to perform well on deck or on land. Perforated upper panels allow for fast drainage and optimal breathability, keeping your foot dry and cool. And the integrated one-way drainage system within the sole allows water to flush out but not come back in from below. A durable and non marking EVA rubber sole provides added grip even in the often wet conditions of the Pacific Northwest. The Fuze Trainer comes in two colors, ash or dark gray, and is available in a variety of sizes.
Price: $159 » www.zhik.com
