Sweden's Awake Boards launched its 35 mph Rävik premium electric surfboard in 2018, and has now announced the second generation ride at the last Boot Düsseldorf.

​"The original Rävik is a great product that caters to everyone who is looking for a great time on the water, no matter previous experience," said Awake CEO Daniel Aronsson. "What we are doing with the Rävik S is to offer a more playful attribute to this experience, with higher responsiveness and tighter carving."

​Helping this along in a redesigned carbon fiber hull that rides 30 percent lower than its predecessor, and has a narrow tail and softer edges for digging into the water to achieve "tighter, harder and faster carves."

​The 11-kW motor zips the Rävik S from standstill to 50 km/h (0-31 mph) in four seconds, on its way to a top speed of 56 km/h (35 mph) – with four ride modes available, controlled by a wireless throttle. E-surfers will get around 20-45 minutes for every 80 minutes that the removable battery pack is on charge.

​Adrenaline junkies and surfer dudes are cheering the latest extreme aquatic craze – JetSurfing.

“The experience of JetSurfing is exactly what it sounds like – surfing with jet power,” said Michal Lostak, a manager at JetSurf, according to Caters News Agency. “It’s a massive adrenaline rush to accelerate on a board which, in terms of the power-to-weight ratio and the lack of friction, is one of the most powerful craft of any type in the world.”

JetSurf was founded in 2008 by Martin Sula, “with the intention of pushing the boundaries of water sports, using the team’s experience in engineering and electronics to create a new way to ride,” the company says on its Web site.

It is described as easy to learn – yet difficult to master – because experience in traditional surfing is not required, though it’s helpful.

Riders are connected to the high-tech light boards with straps and footpads made of memory foam.

“JetSurfing can transform a calm body of water into a surfer’s playground,” Lostak said. “If there is some wake from a boat or a choppy surface then it’s full of kickers and jumps where riders can get some serious air, allowing big grabs, tweaks, method airs and even back flips.”

It is less risky than other extreme sports, Lostak said.

“The risks and dangers are minimal mainly because of the lightweight design and the auto cut-out feature which stops the engine as soon as the rider lets go of the handle,” he said.
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“Obviously, we recommend surfers ride within their limits and wear life vests and helmets, also to stay aware of prevailing water conditions and respect other water users.”
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Credit: New York Post

The drone-filmed clip shows Laird hacking from turn to turn at a fair speed and even getting stuck into a donut towards the end of the video. It seems that the Jetsurf is gaining in popularity and with the backing of Laird, it will certainly boost interest in the hi-tech surfboard. We recently reported that the current F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton was also seen taking a Jetsurf board out for a spin.
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The clip of Laird burning up the river can be seen below this article and we would love to hear of any of our followers that have had the opportunity to try the Jetsurf yet? Can you see a place for these motorised surfboards or do you think they are simply a toy for the rich and famous?

Kai Lenny is a big wave surfer, stand-up paddle (SUP) surfer and racer, surfer, tow-in surfer, windsurfer, kitesurfer and celebrity watersports enthusiast. Lenny lives in Maui.
Lenny achieved recognition in 2012 with first place at the Hawaii Island Finals SUP pro, and first place at the Sunset Beach SUP pro.
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Kai Lenny claimed the SUP racing world champion title when he won the seasons finals of the first Standup World Series championship races held at Turtle Bay Resort, O'ahu, Hawaii on 13–14 September 2012

Adrenaline junkies and surfer dudes are cheering the latest extreme aquatic craze – JetSurfing.

“The experience of JetSurfing is exactly what it sounds like – surfing with jet power,” said Michal Lostak, a manager at JetSurf, according to Caters News Agency. “It’s a massive adrenaline rush to accelerate on a board which, in terms of the power-to-weight ratio and the lack of friction, is one of the most powerful craft of any type in the world.”

JetSurf was founded in 2008 by Martin Sula, “with the intention of pushing the boundaries of water sports, using the team’s experience in engineering and electronics to create a new way to ride,” the company says on its Web site.

It is described as easy to learn – yet difficult to master – because experience in traditional surfing is not required, though it’s helpful.

Riders are connected to the high-tech light boards with straps and footpads made of memory foam.

“JetSurfing can transform a calm body of water into a surfer’s playground,” Lostak said. “If there is some wake from a boat or a choppy surface then it’s full of kickers and jumps where riders can get some serious air, allowing big grabs, tweaks, method airs and even back flips.”

It is less risky than other extreme sports, Lostak said.

“The risks and dangers are minimal mainly because of the lightweight design and the auto cut-out feature which stops the engine as soon as the rider lets go of the handle,” he said.
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“Obviously, we recommend surfers ride within their limits and wear life vests and helmets, also to stay aware of prevailing water conditions and respect other water users.”

Credit: New York Post

Meet the Baan, an Indian tidal river bore that surges up the Hooghly River (a tributary of the Ganges) on the daily high tide. It’s said to produce waves up to 10 feet high and it barrels like nobody’s business. JetSurf‘s very own Everaldo “Pato” Teixeira was among the first in the world to surf this natural phenomenon.

“JetSurf lets me hit sections of the wave which can’t be surfed on a regular board,” explains Pato. “Just squeeze the trigger and you’re where you need to be.”
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Although we would’ve loved to see someone tearing the lid off the barreling wave, Pato’s part is still pretty awesome. Here’s Pato riding the world’s best tidal bore wave on an engine-powered surfboard.

Credit: ​http://www.theinertia.com/