# Aero Designed Boat for Speed Bladerunner X8 Goes Like the Wind By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-02-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aero-designed-boat-for-speed-bladerunner-x8-goes-like-the-wind References: Notice: Undefined index: host in /home/jeremy/public_html/thcp/core/core.functions.php(637) : eval()'d code on line 3 Sailors love the illusion of speed to get their rush. Now the [water rush](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sublue-vapor) will be out of touch if sailing on the Bladerider X8. The [lightweight boat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blatto-boat) will lift in 6 knots of wind and fly a low as 4 knots, but speeds can be in excess of 20 knots in a 12-15 knot wind. It's certified for [class racing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mach-one-electric-skateboard) and sells for a base price of over $16,000. **Implications** - This product is perfect for anyone who sails and is looking to take their boating experience to the next level. Sailors will either love or hate this highly modified boat. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Lightweight Boats:** Opportunity to develop and market lightweight boats that can reach high speeds in low wind conditions. - **Speed-enhancing Technology:** Opportunity to create and implement innovative technologies that enhance the speed and performance of boats. - **Class Racing Upgrades:** Opportunity to design and manufacture boats specifically tailored for class racing with improved speed capabilities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Water Sports:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the water sports industry to cater to sailing enthusiasts seeking high-speed experiences. - **Marine Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the marine technology industry to develop advanced materials and technologies for lightweight and high-performance boats. - **Recreational Boating:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the recreational boating industry to offer specialized boats that can reach impressive speeds in various wind conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Range-Roving Hydrofoil Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoil-boat.md) - [Powered Hyper-Speed Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xsport-jetboard.md) - [Riproaring Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-electric-boats.md) - [Balanced Hydrofoil Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neocean-overboat-100f.md) - [Easy-to-Ride Hydrofoil Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/awake-vinga-3.md) - [Electric Performance Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-hydrofoil-board.md) - [Hydrofoiling Electric Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrofoiling-electric-boats.md) - [Multipurpose Modular Watersports Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watersports-board.md) - [Electric Hydrofoil Watercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candela-c8.md)