1,800 HP CC | 29’5” Beam Solar Cat | Sharrow Demo Rides - 2/19/2026

HEAD-TO-HEAD TESTING From Feb 22 to March 1, 2026, you can test the difference between conventional props and Sharrow props at the Miami Marina in Miami Beach, Florida. This is a great chance for Snowbirds and local residents alike to see what everyone is talking about -- and find out why thousands of boat owners are turning to Sharrow props to improve the performance and handling of their boats. 

SUNLIGHT TO SHAFT The Silent Yachts 62 3-Deck Open is built for displacement cruising powered primarily by solar energy stored in a 286 kWh lithium-ion battery bank. Twin electric motors drive her at 6–7 knots, with a diesel generator available for rapid recharge and extended range. With 16.8 kWp of solar capacity and a 29’5” beam, she blends space, autonomy, and quiet operation.
 

1,800 HP CENTER CONSOLE She is powered by quad Mercury Racing 450R V8 outboards with 125 hours and carries 555 gallons of fuel. Bow thruster, windlass, FLIR night vision, SeaDek, and a fixed hardtop support offshore runs. Radar, autopilot, electric reel outlets, and multiple livewells position her squarely in the tournament center console category. If you every wanted to own a Nor-Tech, now's your chance.

SKIP THE SHOP A worn strap at 30 mph can turn a Bimini into a parachute. When one fails, the bows can rip free fast. Instead of trailering the boat to a canvas shop and waiting weeks, this walkthrough shows how modular tops can be ordered online and installed with basic tools. Measure carefully, reinforce properly, and the job can be done in a Saturday.
 

REMOTE, NOT MANNED A 9.5m autonomous vessel built in South Africa has completed sea trials in the Middle East with IMO Level 4 navigation. Built for surveillance and multi-role operations, she can interpret her surroundings and avoid obstacles with minimal human input. The bigger story may be what this means for patrol, research, and naval strategy.