HYBRID WAKESURF DEMO RIDE

🌊 GENESIS MARINE 24 HYBRID - DEMO RIDE

When a legendary wakeboarder like Shaun Murray takes notice of a new boat, the watersports world pays attention. Recently, Murray took the prototype Genesis Marine 24 Hybrid out for a spin, and his first impression was simple: “This is crazy.”

The Genesis Marine 24 Hybrid is billed as the world’s first hybrid-electric wakesurf boat. Developed by Genesis Marine Technologies, the boat runs silently in full-electric mode but can also recharge itself with a gas-powered generator when needed. That makes it one of the only boats on the market today capable of self-charging while still delivering a serious surf wave.

From a performance perspective, the design team didn’t cut corners. The boat’s hull went through more than 75 design iterations, tested at America’s leading wave tanks with input from top marine engineers. The result is a radical surf hull—a sharp bow tapering aggressively toward the stern—that creates a long, pushy surf wave while burning a fraction of the fuel of a traditional wake boat.

In the video, Murray points out the surreal experience of standing at the transom while the boat idles in gear: “Normally, you’re not going to hear me this close to the back of the boat. But right now, you can hear me over the sound of the water.” That near-silence is a defining feature of the Genesis 24’s electric drive.

Genesis plans to launch a limited run of 10 boats in 2026. These early editions will be highly customizable—owners can choose hull colors, deck finishes, SeaDek patterns, even cupholder placement. The goal isn’t just exclusivity; it’s to collect real-world feedback from passionate owners before ramping up larger-scale production.

The 24 Hybrid gives owners flexibility in how they charge. It can self-charge on the fly using its onboard generator, recharge dockside while sitting in the water, or plug in at home with a Level 2 charger whether on a trailer or lift. Genesis claims the system can top up in under an hour—meaning you can plug in over lunch and be ready to surf again by the afternoon.

Production is currently in southwest Florida, with plans to move to the Austin–San Antonio area to better serve the first customer base. Demo tours are scheduled across Texas this fall. For Murray, the innovation was clear: “This is the world’s first self-charging boat that’s making a good wave.”

At the time of writing, the test-drive video had 6,200 views on Murray’s YouTube channel, where he has over 83,000 followers—a strong signal that the market is watching closely.

Checkout the YouTube video, here.

📄 ENGINEERING NEXT-GEN EBOAT TECHNOLOGY

The Promoting Electric Propulsion program is a build-and-race contest that feeds talent into naval and commercial electric craft programs. The American Society of Naval Engineers runs the event with support from the Office of Naval Research. The 2025–2026 season culminates in Portsmouth, Virginia on April 14–16, with teams registering by September 30 and meeting industry mentors at fall outreach stops in San Diego, Philadelphia, Pascagoula, Portsmouth, Mystic, and Independence.

The contest uses six divisions that map to missions in crewed and uncrewed craft. Autonomy teams race a two-mile course using GPS waypoints and earn extra points as autonomy levels increase. Over-the-Horizon teams operate from shore at about one mile, with a bow camera and telemetry to drive an oval course. Budget Warriors cap the build at $1,500 and carry 30 lb around a two-mile track. The Uncrewed Open division carries 60 lb through the same two-mile race. Crewed Planing and Crewed Displacement classes each run five one-mile laps with nine turns. All craft run at 55.5 V or less.

The scoring framework rewards reliability and complete runs. On-water performance accounts for 60 points. Craft must keep reserve buoyancy so they float when swamped. Documentation and design work occur under posted rules and rubrics that set payloads, budgets, and award categories. New awards include Best Propeller Design and Largest Team.

The format pushes teams to build early, test, and improve. ASNE lines up employer touchpoints so students can move into internships and jobs. Student members receive free ASNE membership and free entry to selected ASNE symposia. A public Discord supports coordination across teams and mentors.

The PEP track record shows an active program with sponsor backing, scheduled travel, a fixed race week, and a running Q&A that reflects rule updates. The site lists prior winners in crewed and uncrewed divisions, which signals continuity and growth in the field.

⚙️ SOCIAL MEDIA POST OF THE WEEK

🌊 ELECTRIC OUTBOARD

Momentum Electric Marine builds compact outboards with a focus on power density, portability, and simple rigging. The range centers on two tiller or remote models, the M-6 and M-10, that pair to a 72 V lithium pack and integrate a trip computer with GPS-based range and power readouts. The company designs and builds in Singapore and shows its brand under The Kinetic Option Pte. Ltd., which lists a Singapore address through the METSTRADE exhibitor directory.

The M-10 lists max input power of 10 kW. Shaft options measure 39 cm (short), 52 cm (long), and 64 cm (extra-long). The propeller is a 34 cm four-blade aluminum unit. Cooling is external passive seawater with a sealed ESC and motor. The integrated display shows speed, state of charge, remaining range, and power. Outboard weight is 22 kg including prop; the quick-release transom mount is 6 kg. Example performance on a Highfield Classic 310 with one MB-6 battery: 2.2 kt for 68.7 h (≈153 NM), 5.6 kt for 4.6 h (≈25 NM), and 16.2 kt for 0.8 h (≈12 NM). A remote-steer variant mates with top-mount or side-mount throttles through a single combined power/data lead.

The M-6 lists max input power of 6 kW. Shaft options measure 39 cm and 52 cm. The propeller is a 30 cm four-blade aluminum unit. Cooling is external passive seawater with a sealed ESC and motor. The integrated display and kill-switch logic match the M-10. Outboard weight is 22 kg including prop; the transom mount is 6 kg. Example performance on the same Highfield CL 310 with one MB-6 battery: 2.1 kt for 70 h (≈147 NM), 4.4 kt for 7.5 h (≈33 NM), and 11 kt for 1.1 h (≈12 NM).

The MB-6 battery is a 72 V, 6.4 kWh pack built with prismatic NMC cells. Rated cycle life is >1,500 cycles to 80% capacity. Mass is 37 kg. The case is impact-resistant with a CNC aluminum handle and an IP-rated connector set. A push-button places the pack in standby and displays state of charge and fault codes. The BMS communicates with the motor over CAN and enforces interlocks such as reduced output below low state of charge and power enable with the kill-switch present.

Construction details across the line include a fold-back tiller with reverse and high-power lockouts, a quick-release mount that lets the bracket stay on the transom while the powerhead lifts free, and a single combined cable for power and data to simplify rigging in small tenders and sailboats. The product pages show short, long, and extra-long shaft dimension drawings for fit checks.

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⚙️ WEEKLY NEWS ITEMS

• Remigo unveiled the RemigoOne Neo electric outboard, adding a 1.5 kW boost mode, faster charging, and smarter controls while keeping its ultra-portable, aluminum unibody design. (Link).

• BC Ferries marked the launch of its 8th hybrid-electric Island Class ferry at Damen Galati and outlined terminal upgrades at Heriot Bay and Whaletown ahead of 2026 service entry. (Link).

• Candela spotlighted its P-12 “flying” electric ferry for potential New England commuter routes, emphasizing hydrofoiling efficiency and smoother rides. (Link).

• Ilmor Marine hosted “Michigan Boating Technology Day,” with on-water demos of hybrid and electric systems alongside alternative fuels at its new Lyon Township facility. (Link).

• Washington State Ferries detailed plans to electrify the Clinton terminal on the Mukilteo–Clinton route as it prepares for the state’s first new hybrid-electric ferry by 2030. (Link).