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Grown, Not Made: Introducing the fourth element Surface Suit
A great wetsuit that keeps you warm can make or break your time in the water and neoprene has long been the material of choice for thermal protection. However, Petroleum-based wetsuits rely on oil exploration and drilling, neither of which are good for our planet. The high levels of energy required to produce petroleum neoprene contribute towards climate change, releasing toxic gasses emitted in the chemical processing plants.
Surface, made using Yulex Pure™, offers a unique solution. Without compromising on strength and performance, it uses completely natural rubber that comes from a sustainable source using earth-gentle processes.
Yulex Pure™ is FSC® Certified, ultra-pure natural rubber grown in the USA. The plants are grown without artificial irrigation systems and the materials are processed with recycled water. Even the waste plant material after the rubber extraction process is used as biomass fuel for electricity generation. The lining fabrics are created from ocean-bound plastic bottles, recycled and spun into polyester yarn. Water-based glues are used to bond the foam to the fabrics and the prints are water-based or embossed; every care has been taken to minimise the environmental impact of this product.
The Surface is designed for life in the water from diving, freediving and snorkelling to surface watersports such as stand up paddleboarding, surfing and open water swimming. The minimal design features a mini chest zipper, eliminating the need for a back zip, radically improving mobility and minimizing the opportunity for water to enter the suit though the teeth of the zip. The flexible rubber of the suit provides freedom of movement and the inner ankle and wrist seals ensure that suit flush is minimized.
Do you want a more sustainable wetsuit that will enable future generations to keep enjoying our underwater world?
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CAYAGO presents the new SEABOB F9 in the Design by Studio F. A. Porsche
The world‘s most popular luxury watertoy on all yachts is the SEABOB. The new SEABOB F9 with the Design by Studio F. A. Porsche will be presented the first time at boot in Düsseldorf
The SEABOB idea was born over 20 years ago. CAYAGO AG, based in Bad Salzuflen in Germany, is presenting the third generation of this unique water toy at boot 2025 in Düsseldorf. With the SEABOB, CAYAGO AG was one of the first companies in the world to bring e-mobility to the water. Environmentally friendly and free of all emissions.
After more than 10 years, the SEABOB F9 follows the SEABOB F5. The SEABOB F9 has been completely redeveloped from a technical point of view and provides unique driving characteristics. The technical performance data of the new SEABOB are particularly impressive. The SEABOB F9 has a thrust in the water that is measured in Thrust Performance of 60 TP.
The SEABOB F9 S boasts a Thrust Performance of 84 TP. This means that the water sled can pull its pilots through the water at speeds of well over 20 km/h. The battery runtime can last up to 1 hour with a sportive way of driving.
As a special highlight during the new development of the SEABOB F9, it was also possible to reduce the weight of the electrically powered water sled to just over 20 kg. This provides a whole new level of user appeal for this powerful water toy.
The unique vehicle weight has been made possible by the use of high-quality materials such as titanium, magnesium and carbon. The engineering of the SEABOB F9 was therefore focused on a technically high-quality lightweight construction. All components meet the highest quality standards.
When designing this new watercraft, the designers from Studio F. A. Porsche, in collaboration with the engineers at CAYAGO AG, succeeded in equipping the SEABOB F9 with excellent driving characteristics thanks to its special shape. The SEABOB F9 has thus created a unique symbiosis between a stylish form and a convincing hydrodynamic function.
The SEABOB F9 will revolutionize the world of electric water toys with its driving characteristics, its unique technology and its design.
About CAYAGO AG
CAYAGO AG is the technology specialist for the development and the production of exclusive and innovative water sports vehicles in the field of e-mobility. CAYAGO AG is based in Bad Salzuflen, Germany. This is where the SEABOB, the fastest water sled in the world, is manufactured with precision down to the smallest detail. With great expertise and passion, a quality product for the highest demands on technology and design is created in Bad Salzuflen. This is “High-Performance Technology” MADE IN GERMANY. www.seabob.com
About Studio F. A. Porsche
Studio F. A. Porsche is one of the world‘s leading design studios in the segments of product, mobility and space. Founded in 1972 by designer Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, the studio has always represented the perfect symbiosis of form and function. For over 50 years, the studio has followed its values: functionality, purism, perfection, relevance and passion. Today, Studio F. A. Porsche creates premium design innovations for selected customers worldwide and for its own Porsche Design brand. The studio is part of the Porsche Lifestyle Group with headquarters in Zell am See, Austria. More offices are located in Ludwigsburg, Berlin and Los Angeles. Visit the studio at www.studiofaporsche.com.
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Gear Review: BARE 7mm OMNIRED Dive Boots
In a video produced exclusively for Scubaverse.com, Jeff Goodman reviews the new 7mm OMNIRED Dive Boots from BARE.
Find out more about BARE products at www.baresports.com.
Sea & Sea is the home of BARE and other Huish Outdoors diving brands in the UK.
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