If you snooze, you lose. We’ve all been there – but you don’t want this to be one of those times!

Fuel Tech’s 22nd Anniversary sale is soon to be in the history books. Let just five more days slip by and you’ll miss out on some of the hottest deals on some of the most coveted performance additions for your PWC. 

Luckily, FuelTech has the “anniversary gift” thing a bit backwards, and  five days is plenty of time to jump on the Fuel Tech website and take advantage of Fuel Tech’s anniversary gift to you in the form of up to $400 off select inventory. 

Deals include:

$200 off on the FT450 EFI System ECU – FuelTech’s FT450 is the perfect ECU for projects with limited input and output channel needs, offering 7 configurable inputs and 10 outputs. This cost-effective aftermarket ECU is equipped with the same FTManager software and many of the same features offered in the FT550, FT550LITE, and FT600 including sequential injection and ignition, O2 closed loop, active traction control, integrated boost controller, internal datalogger, progressive and PRO-Nitrous controls, odometers, drag racing features and more! The touchscreen display offers an integrated dash display, eliminating the need for additional gauges, has 4 programmable screens, and a customizable splash screen. The IP67 rating makes it perfect for off-road and marine applications such as PWCs / Jet Skis. Now on sale for $699. 

$400 off on Fuel Tech’s FT550 – FuelTech’s FT550 is more than an ECU offering electronic fuel injection, integrated dashboard, data acquisition, and power management. The FT550 is designed for engines with up to 12 cylinders, or up to 4 rotors, and features 14 programmable inputs and 24 outputs. In addition to offering all of the features and functions of the FT450, including touchscreen display, 4 programmable display screens, customizable splash screen, sequential injection and ignition, O2 closed loop, active traction control, integrated boost controller, internal datalogger, progressive and PRO-Nitrous controls, odometers, drag racing features, the FT550 is loaded with additional features such as electronic throttle control, inclinometer gauge, integrated GearController with strain gauge sensor on the shifter for more efficient gear shift cuts, built-in accelerometer (G-meter), and gyroscope. The FT550 is housed in a high-quality ABS case and is IP67 rated for marine and off-road applications. Now just $,1299

$300 off the FT550LITE EFI System ECU – FuelTech’s FT550LITE is more than your standard aftermarket ECU offering electronic fuel injection, data acquisition, and power management. The FT550LITE is designed for engines with up to 12 cylinders, or up to 4 rotors, and features 14 programmable inputs and 24 outputs. Enjoy the wide range of functions offered by the FT550 at a reduced cost! If you are in the market for a powerful aftermarket ECU and do not need a touch screen display screen, the FT550LITE is the perfect fit. This model offers GearController (power-shifts), built-in accelerometer (G-meter) and gyroscope; in addition to PowerFT ECU line standard features such as sequential injection and ignition, O2 closed loop, active traction control, integrated BoostController, internal datalogger, progressive and PRO-Nitrous controls, electronic throttle control, drag racing features and more! IP67 rated for marine and off-road applications. Anniversary sale priced at $999
Note: The FT550LITE ECU does not include an LCD touchscreen display.

$200 off the FT600 EFI System ECU – The FT600 ECU is our most advanced engine control and monitoring system. This top of the line ECU is capable of managing sequential injection and ignition on engines from 1 to 12 cylinders, or up to 4 rotors, and accommodates up to 20 inputs and 32 outputs. The FT600 offers the features and capabilities offered by the FT450 and FT550 models and more! Housed in an extremely durable aluminum case, the upgraded design also includes an upper visor to reduce glare and houses 10 LED lights with adjustable color and intensity, ideal for a progressive shift light. The 4 virtual LED lights on the FT450 and FT550 have been replaced with 4 adjustable LED lights, 2 on each side of the screen, that can be configured for alerts or to show the current status of any sensor. The 4.3” color touchscreen has been upgraded with an anti-glare display, integrated digital dashboard, 4 programmable display screens, and a customizable splash screen. The FT600 features dual 34 pin SuperSeal connectors, 2 CAN Bus ports, and USB-A mini. Equipped with FTManager software and an impressive list of features, including sequential injection and ignition, O2 closed loop, active traction control, integrated boost controller, internal datalogger, progressive and PRO-Nitrous controls, odometers, drag racing features, electronic throttle control, inclinometer gauge, integrated GearController with strain gauge sensor on the shifter for more efficient gear shift cuts, built-in accelerometer (G-meter), gyroscope, and more! IP67 rated for marine and off-road applications. $2,499 for a limited time.

Not only do they have amazing anniversary sale prices, as always, Fuel Tech makes sure customers understand what they are buying – and why – with ample product documentation and even video guides such as this FT600 ECU – Unboxing video.

Be sure to check out their Youtube Channel for more helpful videos.

Closed course racing, endurance racing, touring, fishing, adventure rides – The Watercraft Journal covers all aspects of the PWC industry and lifestyle. One minor niche cubbyhole of the PWC world that we tend to stay away from is any industrial, military or government use of PWCs in law enforcement or military operations.

However, a recent LinkedIn post that made it across my desk via Goggle alerts added in enough graphic-novel, Dark Knight looking illustrations and a name familiar enough to grab my attention despite the clear non-recreational bent to the announcement.

In the April 16 post — which also caught the attention of industry publication Powersports Business, but seems to have flown under the radar in terms of widespread social media notice — Canadian venture capitalist Charles Bombardier talked about the shortcoming of any existing vehicle in terms of adaptability to the requirements of persistent, low-profile patrols. He proposed a solution – a set of solutions, actually, that would not only increase patrol capabilities, but do so “without putting personnel in harm’s way.”

Bombardier, who is the grandson of Bombardier Inc. founder and snowmobile inventor Joseph-Armand Bombardier, and a well-known innovator, engineer and angel investor in his own right, said that his concept craft – the Sea-Drone 88 – is an “autonomous, electric-powered personal watercraft designed to patrol sensitive rivers, coastal zones, and Arctic waters.”

He described the design as “compact, modular, and remotely deployable” and said the unmanned Sea-Drone 88 could “transform how nations protect their territory.”

Bombardier highlighted the fact that “manned patrols are costly, risky, and logistically difficult — especially at night or in extreme environments … or limited by terrain, weather, or deliberate evasion tactics.” He said that these challenges, especially when faced with an increased need to monitor waterways brought on by “illegal crossings at the Rio Grande, to drug routes through the Florida Straits, and foreign ships inching into the Northwest Passage,” call for a stealth personal watercraft that would patrol where others can’t.

The Sea-Drone 88 is the latest in a series of more than over 325 design concepts introduced since 2019 by Bombardier, including prototypes for recreational products, cars, boats, and aircraft. As with each of his concepts, Bombardier leverages collaboration with industrial designers from around the world to convert his vision into 3D models and graphic images.

Bombardier also sets himself apart from a large sector of “design concepts” that can be found for any number of futuristic products by utilizing his connections, experience and training – which includes a master’s degree in Innovation Management from the École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Sherbrooke – to take his concepts past the initial stages and delves fully into design details and functionality breakdowns.

According to the announcement, the Sea-Drone 88, “would be based on a high-performance PWC platform powered by a 300hp+ marine engine, stripped of seats and handlebars, and reengineered for autonomy. The craft would rely on Electric or hybrid propulsion for silent operation.”

Envisioned in three separate models – the SD-88 Tactical for border patrol and night surveillance, the cold-adapted SD-44 Arctic with ice-resilient hull and long-range comms, and the SD-COMMS mobile comms relay or surveillance node – the SD-88 would feature stabilized HD and thermal imaging cameras mounted on a gimbal, satellite or LTE communication relays. a reinforced, impact-resistant Kevlar hull and towing gear and optional modular payload bay.

According to Bombadier’s release, the SD-88 units “could be deployed from mobile trailers, ships, or shore stations and navigate pre-mapped patrol routes using onboard AI. They would send real-time feeds to command centers and operate day or night, adjusting behavior based on activity.”

Bombardier included additional details of the concept SD-88 units, which can be read in the full release, below, but drew numerous comments of support and agreement on his LinkedIn post with a conclusion statement that “Sea-Drone 88 could help reduce the need for human patrols in dangerous or logistically complex environments. It would operate quietly and continuously, making it ideal for border monitoring at the Rio Grande or southern Mexico, wildlife protection in marine reserves, surveillance missions in the Arctic and Great Lakes, and day/night patrols in coastal security zones. By offering a cost-effective, low-risk, and adaptable platform, Sea-Drone 88 would complement aerial and terrestrial surveillance assets while enabling new types of missions.”

Other design concepts introduced by Bombardier include:

Skreemr and Antipode supersonic aircraft
The Skreemr and Antipode concepts depict two types of hypersonic passenger airliner concepts able to fly from New York to London in less than 11 minutes. Reusable rocket boosters would initially accelerate and propel the aircraft to Mach 5, after which, scramjets engines would take over and continue accelerating them up to Mach 24. An opening in the Antipode’s nose would expel counter-flowing jets of air to cool the aircraft surface and reduce its sonic booms. This technology, dubbed long penetration mode (LPM), was inspired by a NASA study. Both concepts were featured in publications including Popular Mechanics, Architectural Digest, CNN and Forbes.

Seataci
The Seataci is a yacht concept that uses a biomimetic propulsion system resembling the movement of whale’s tail. Its main hull would be lowered underwater, providing passengers with an excellent underwater view of the coral reefs and marine life. It features a dozen villas and two landing pads specially designed for personal flying drones.

The Solar Express
The Solar Express is a space train that would be designed and used to ferry humans, supplies and minerals between celestial bodies and space stations in the Solar System. It would run non-stop, so smaller vessels would need to catch the train when it passed by. It provides an artist’s rendering of a Mars cycler spacecraft.

Full release:

Sea-Drone 88 – Redefining Marine Patrol & Border Defense.

Charles Bombardier
Board Director | Innovation Architect | Seed-Stage Investor

April 16, 2025
➔ The Sea-Drone 88 is a personal concept project by the author, unrelated to any existing OEM or manufacturer.

Could a personal watercraft shaped drone redefine border surveillance?

What if coastal security could be handled without putting personnel in harm’s way — and without making a sound? The Sea-Drone 88 is a concept for an autonomous, electric-powered personal watercraft designed to patrol sensitive rivers, coastal zones, and Arctic waters. Compact, modular, and remotely deployable, this unmanned platform could transform how nations protect their territory. With Canada’s renewed focus on Arctic sovereignty and increased defense investment, revisiting the Sea-Drone concept feels both timely and strategically aligned.

Silent waters, unseen threats
From illegal crossings at the Rio Grande, to drug routes through the Florida Straits, and foreign ships inching into the Northwest Passage, many critical waterways remain under-monitored. Manned patrols are costly, risky, and logistically difficult — especially at night or in extreme environments. Even when combined, fixed and mobile sensor networks may be limited by terrain, weather, or deliberate evasion tactics. There is growing political will to better secure national borders and protected zones, but many of today’s tools are ill-suited for persistent, low-profile patrols. The Sea-Drone 88 was conceived to fill this gap.

The Sea-Drone 88 would be based on a high-performance PWC platform powered by a 300hp+ marine engine, stripped of seats and handlebars, and reengineered for autonomy. It would rely on:

• Electric or hybrid propulsion for silent operation
• Stabilized HD and thermal imaging cameras mounted on a gimbal
• Satellite or LTE communication relays
• A reinforced, impact-resistant Kevlar hull
• Towing gear and optional modular payload bay

Three modular variants could be envisioned:

• SD-88 Tactical: for border patrol and night surveillance
• SD-44 Arctic: cold-adapted with ice-resilient hull and long-range comms
• SD-COMMS: acting as a mobile comms relay or surveillance node

These units could be deployed from mobile trailers, ships, or shore stations and navigate pre-mapped patrol routes using onboard AI. They would send real-time feeds to command centers and operate day or night, adjusting behavior based on activity.

Autonomous, but always accountable
Operators could oversee Sea-Drone 88 units through secure dashboards, receiving alerts and telemetry in real time. The interface would allow remote control if needed, but most missions could run autonomously. Safety protocols would include collision avoidance, encrypted communications, and geofencing. Thanks to its compact size, the drone could be launched and retrieved by two people with minimal equipment. Its electric propulsion system would enable near-silent patrolling in both civilian and tactical scenarios.

Mission-specific configurations when needed
In addition to its core surveillance roles, Sea-Drone 88 could be outfitted with optional mission-specific modules for higher-risk deployments. These configurations would remain compliant with defense regulations and adaptable to the rules of engagement in each operating region. Examples could include:

• Non-lethal deterrents such as flare or smoke launchers
• Electronic warfare tools for localized jamming or interference
• Remote-operated micro turrets, offering light payloads in the 5.56–7.62 mm range
• Laser target designators for coordination with aerial or ground assets

These options would be tightly integrated within the platform’s modular payload bay and would only be activated under authorized use cases, reinforcing the drone’s adaptability without compromising safety or oversight.

Trilateral collaboration in a shifting world
In an era of rising geopolitical tension and renewed focus on national sovereignty, platforms like Sea-Drone 88 could support new modes of collaboration between allied nations. Canada, the United States, and Mexico have all recently expressed political will to invest in modern defense technologies, particularly in securing coastlines and border rivers.

By leveraging complementary expertise — such as the Royal Canadian Navy, the U.S. Coast Guard and Border Patrol, the Secretaría de Marina (SEMAR), and the Mexican National Guard — Sea-Drone 88 could become a flexible tool within shared security frameworks. Its deployment along waterways like the Rio Grande, Chiapas rivers, the St. Lawrence, and even the Bering Strait, could support both sovereignty enforcement and humanitarian missions. Arctic patrols, conservation monitoring, and cross-border coordination could all benefit from a common autonomous platform.

These developments echo recent policy shifts. Canada’s Our North, Strong and Free strategy emphasizes enhanced Arctic presence, stating: “Canada will assert its sovereignty in the Arctic through enhanced presence and capabilities adapted to the North’s unique operating environment.” Meanwhile, Mexico’s federal leadership continues to expand the role of the Secretaría de Marina (SEMAR) in national defense and infrastructure — reinforcing the need for mobile, autonomous solutions capable of operating in sensitive zones.

Flexible. Scalable. Low-risk.
Sea-Drone 88 could help reduce the need for human patrols in dangerous or logistically complex environments. It would operate quietly and continuously, making it ideal for:

• Border monitoring at the Rio Grande or southern Mexico
• Wildlife protection in marine reserves
• Surveillance missions in the Arctic and Great Lakes
• Day/night patrols in coastal security zones

By offering a cost-effective, low-risk, and adaptable platform, Sea-Drone 88 would complement aerial and terrestrial surveillance assets while enabling new types of missions.

This conceptual idea was originally released with the help of industrial designer Matt Betteker and first published in The Globe and Mail on October 22, 2014.

It’s there’s an open body of water, it’s ripe for racing. And that’s pretty much how the good folks at the AJSA (American Jet Sport Association) are viewing things this summer. Kicking off it’s first ever PWC Sprint Racing event at Chest Frost Park just outside of Chattanooga, Tennessee; racers are welcome to open practice on Saturday, May 10th and “elbow-to-elbow” racing on Sunday, May 11th. And if you’re new, they’ll be hosting a “log jump orientation” on Friday.

Since this event is AJSA sanctioned, it will require a valid 2025 AJSA Membership or a weekend pass, available for sale through the website on on-site (don’t worry, they won’t leave you hanging). Additionally, camping is available for $35 a night. For those looking to “rough it,” Chester Frost Park does allow tents, pop up campers etc, so this is “Camping”, not the standard “Overnight Pitting” policy. Chester Frost Park is located at 2277 Gold Point Circle, Hixson, TN 37343.

Here’s the original Facebook post:
Come experience the first ever PWC Sprint Racing in Chattanooga, TN May 9-11, 2025!

Register Now:
Saturday: https://app.iraceready.com/event/pwcsprintpracticechatt25
Sunday: https://app.iraceready.com/event/pwcsprintchattrd12025

Friday’s session is included with a Saturday or Sunday registration, and must be registered/safety inspection before entering water.

A valid AJSA 2025 Membership is required, or you can purchase a weekend pass for $35.

For more information, reach out to John Block, (513) 284-1644.

Norwegian 19-year-old Benedicte Drange cannot be stopped. After claiming the UIM-ABP Aquabike European Continental Champion in the Ski Ladies GP1 category, Drange is setting her sights on bigger and brighter championships. Entering into the fray in 2021, the Ski Ladies competitor has earned herself an array of podium finishes and near-points-wins that places Drange in the running for dominance in 2025.

According to UIM, Drange looks to be the biggest threat in 2025’s Ski Ladies GP1 category, stating: Since that first foray into the World Championship at the Grand Prix of Kuwait four years ago, where she finished fourth overall in each of the Motos, Drange’s progress has been remarkable. 

They continue: She finished sixth in the World Championship the following year, with five consistent Moto finishes and one retirement and then went one better by ending 2023 in fifth position after six Motos in Sardinia and Indonesia – the highlight being a podium finish in the third of the Motos on Lake Toba.

After a brutal 9-moto marathon over three venues, Drange beat out her Swedish rival Sofie Borgström to earn last year’s European Championship. Drange is an example of determination, discipline and dogged toughness that inspires other youth and young women to compete in the hyper-competitive GP1 class.

Here’s the original press release:
Benedicte Drange may only be 19-year-old but the talented Norwegian has already been crowned as the UIM-ABP Aquabike European Continental Champion in the Ski Ladies GP1 category.

The girl from Bergen began racing in the UIM-ABP series in 2021 and has quickly established herself as one of the leading lights in the highly-competitive Ski Ladies category.

Last year’s European Championship was fought out over nine Motos at three racing venues in Hungary, France and Portugal and Drange was the model of consistency with nine heat finishes to her name and a 20-point winning margin over Swedish rival Sofie Borgström.

Her European title campaign got off to a strong start in Győr, despite being pipped to the Grand Prix win by Jasmiin Ypraus. Drange finished second in the opening two Motos and then won Moto 3. She was again narrowly edged to the post by Ypraus in Vichy but came away from the race weekend on the Allier River with a Moto win and a pair of second places.

With Ypraus missing the final round in Mira, Drange had to stay in front of Borgström to secure the title. The Norwegian won the opening two Motos and a finish in Moto 3 was enough to win the championship.

Drange finished with the bronze medal in the UIM-ABP Aquabike Circuit Pro World Championship behind Ypraus and the outgoing champion Jessica Chavanne. But she grew stronger as the season progressed and finished third in each of the last three Motos in Indonesia to give her the confidence to step up to another level in 2025.

Since that first foray into the World Championship at the Grand Prix of Kuwait four years ago, where she finished fourth overall in each of the Motos, Drange’s progress has been remarkable. She finished sixth in the World Championship the following year, with five consistent Moto finishes and one retirement and then went one better by ending 2023 in fifth position after six Motos in Sardinia and Indonesia – the highlight being a podium finish in the third of the Motos on Lake Toba.

In addition to winning last year’s European Championship, Drange also finished as runner-up behind Ypraus in the World Slalom Championship.

That valuable experience gained over the last few seasons will stand her in good stead for a 2025 season with the European Championship heading to Poland at the end of May and the World Championship contenders travelling to spectacular volcanic Lake Toba in August.

In a recent feature for Club Marine TV, Jeff McNiven provides a clear and practical walkthrough of how to safely and effectively use a personal watercraft PWC like the Sea-Doo RXT-X 300 for tow sports. Filmed on the Gold Coast, the segment offers essential tips for anyone towing kids, family, or friends on waterskis, wakeboards, tubes, or other towables.

McNiven begins with the basics of setting up your PWC for towing, highlighting the retractable ski pole accessory designed specifically for lighter tow sports. This elevated tow point improves line control and reduces drag for activities like waterskiing and wakeboarding. For heavier towables, he discusses alternative attachment points and stresses the importance of following the PWC’s weight and towing guidelines.

He offers detailed advice on rope selection, recommending brightly colored, durable ski ropes. These not only improve visibility but also help prevent the rope from entering the jet unit—an essential safety consideration. McNiven also explains proper knot types and secure connection techniques, ensuring riders can enjoy tow sports with confidence.

Safety takes center stage throughout the guide. McNiven emphasizes the legal and practical necessity of having an observer onboard. The observer’s role is twofold: maintaining visual contact with the rider and managing the rope to avoid entanglement or slack-related hazards.

He also outlines essential hand signals for clear communication between the driver, observer, and rider—ensuring everyone stays informed and responsive. Finally, McNiven urges viewers to be aware of environmental hazards like logs, sandbanks, and buoys, and to always follow the boating rules and regulations specific to their state.

Be sure to check out the full video here while you get ready to enjoy this summer’s towable PWC fun!

PWC shopping, just like most major purchases, is a matter of checklists and compromises. You go into the process with your list of “must haves,” a few “sure would be nice” features and, of course, the couple items tacked on the bottom of the list that are pretty much “fat chance, but sure would be nice” additions. And you cart that list around with you, whether mentally or physically, as you browse through manufacturer ads and store brochures and a few showroom floors, and you try to find the model that comes closest to your checklist, most often marking through those lower items, compromising a wish-list mentality for reality, practicality and availability.

But let’s face it – we all start out with that “my perfect ski” list.

Well, don’t toss out that list just yet, because RIVA Racing may have you covered!

Working in what I can only assume looks something like Santa’s workshop (minus the snow, plus some Florida sunshine) RIVA has put together a custom dream machine that starts with a solid, performance based build, and just starts piling on the options from there.

According to the specs from RIVA, this mean machine started with an RXT-X 325 graced with custom graphics and sharp-styled anodized components, just as a starting point. Add in RIVA’s billet steering system, sponsons, and Stage 2 engine modifications, including a power filter, blow-off valve, maptuner ECU tuning and a Solas impeller.

The checklist doesn’t stop there, though. Add in a dual rear exhaust kit, a Wet Sounds audio upgrade and a custom non-slip RIVA seat cover, and what you end up with is a gorgeous beast that hits 84 MPH at 8500 RPM with incredible acceleration – and something that is sure to come close to matching a lot of those checklists from top to bottom.

Be sure to keep up with RIVA Motorsports and RIVA Racing to see more custom builds, performance products and PWC racecourse action.

 

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Yesterday, The Watercraft Journal took a bit of a detour into an offshoot PWC realm, introducing the Inkfish runabouts – electric Radio Controlled (RC) jet skis that pack a lot of fun into slightly more than 14 inches of ABS with either a Pro-version brushless motor for under $150, or the value-model brushed version for less than $100.

Today, we continue the slight detour from normal PWC coverage – but with a $249,900 difference from yesterday.

A somewhat Frankenstein-ish (albeit a more handsome Frankenstein that Shelley’s) amalgamation of Yamaha runabouts and a Polaris RZR, the Typhoon is marketed as the “first Aquatic Utility Vehicle (AUV) ever made available to motorsports enthusiasts.”

The creation of Shadow Six Racing out of Jupiter, Florida, the Typhoon features custom built reinforced carbon composite racing hulls that house twin four cylinder supercharged Yamaha GP1800 SCHO R engines. The upper portion of the Typhoon is constructed from aerospace grade titanium and carbon fiber.

Specs of the Typhoon include seating capacity of 1-3, a weight of 2,365 lbs, a 37-gallon fuel tank, a total length of nearly 11 feet (130 inches) and Bluetooth capabilities.

Of note, a quick delve into the details of Shadow Six brought three names to the forefront that many WCJ readers will be familiar with – RIVA Racing, Fuel Tech and Wamilton’s Customs. 

According to the Shadow Six website, “Shadow Six Racing is a group of brilliant minds working hard together to redefine impossible by leading the evolution of the motorsport’s world. Our brand is an outreach for our passion for precision, perfection, and performance aimed at building the world’s most innovative powersports vehicles.

Shadow Six Racing was founded by CEO, Ryan Goldberg after being awarded an initial patent on an invention called the A.U.V. or Aquatic Utility Vehicle. The A.U.V. was loosely based on the concept of designing a high-performance side-by-side vehicle which could retain or exceed its driving and handling characteristics, while maintaining a fully functional FOX 3.0 active suspension system capable of tackling extreme surf conditions unlike any other vehicle on the market.

The Shadow Six Racing team began work on an initial prototype vehicle with Michael Meives, a 50 year veteran in the automotive collision repair and custom fabrication business in 2016. His custom fabrication abilities, and experience in Trophy Truck racing while residing in Arizona allowed us to prove our initial design with astonishing results. However, there was still a great deal of improvement required in meeting the engineering requirements of such a unique vehicle.

This led to enlisting in the help of Wamilton’s Customs, an internationally acclaimed custom personal watercraft manufacturer, fabricator, and leading watercraft designer since 1990. With years of experience winning numerous World racing and freestyle championships, Wamilton’s Customs is our partner in designing the world’s very best race hulls.

We know at our core that it’s always better to always try to engineer products to be lighter, faster, and stronger in any project we undertake. As a result, we’ve partnered with RaceTech Titanium in order to ensure that our vehicles are manufactured with the most consistent and uncompromising quality products available anywhere.

RaceTech Titanium offers Titanium nuts, bolts, and custom parts for all types of racing applications from mountain bikes to top fuel dragsters. They work directly with many of the biggest names in the racing industry, allows them to bring the best technology available anywhere to the Shadow Six team.

Finally, we chose RIVA Racing to handle the performance enhancement aspects of our vehicles. Today, RIVA Racing spans over six different buildings in Pompano Beach, Florida employing over 100 staff members. These buildings include departments for Research & Development (R&D), Sales & Technical Support, 2 fully staffed Parts and PWC Warehouses, International Shipping & Receiving Departments, PWC Sales, PWC Service, and Private Test Lake facility.

RIVA Racing is recognized worldwide as the premiere source for personal watercraft performance parts and accessories built with the highest quality standards in mind.

Along with their complete line of RIVA Racing PWC Performance Products & Accessories, they offer specially modified watercraft for the serious enthusiast or racer. A strong line of performance products has helped the Racing Support Team as well as many others capture numerous National & World Titles as well as a World Water Speed Record.

Also, in March 2024, Fuel Tech became part of the Typhoon story with the installation and testing of the FT550 on the Typhoon.

Be sure to check out the 2025 Typhoon update video, and all the other Typhoon action on the Shadow Six RacingYouTube Channel, as well as the Typhoon reveiw and test ride by WIRED Luxury Gear Editor Jeremy White.