Go-Floats are all-electric boats offering the most unique, stylish new way to enjoy boating fun.  The quiet and simple convenience of electric propulsion makes boating a breeze for anyone who likes to relax on the water. Go-Float has 5 models including the 12v Sun Loungers - ION, IMPULSE, FUSION, VORTEX and a 48v planing sport boat - the VECTOR. 

Go-Floats can be used in salt water, but need to be rinsed well with fresh water following salt water use.  For best results in salt water, your Go-Float can be special ordered in a salt-water ready configuration.  Please call for pricing and lead times if that is required.

Go-Floats are extremely stable with a very low center of gravity and a wide beam relative to its overall length.

All Go-Floats are designed to discharge any water that enters the boat.  So, if that cabin cruiser puts you in its wake and water comes over the sides, any water will drain to the bilge area and the automatic bilge pump will activate, quickly pumping out any water through a fitting beneath the portside gunnel.

Each Go-Float is equipped with an onboard, LED gauge that monitors the current state of remaining charge in your battery.  There are ten color coded LEDs (green, yellow and red) which help you progressively track your power level.  The final warning includes a flashing red and yellow pair of LEDs. 

Go-Floats are usually registered like any other small boat.  Consult your local DMV or DNR for particulars pertaining to the areas where you will be boating.

Yes.  Go-Floats work well for relaxed, casual fishing.  In fact, many Go-Float owners order their boats with an optional rod holder onboard.

A Go-Float requires virtually no regular maintenance.  Just keep your battery charged and you’re ready to go.

No winterization is required.

However, it is recommended to bring your battery indoors for the winter and give it a trickle charge every 6-8 weeks.  This will help extend the life of your battery and have it ready to go the following spring.

No.  One great thing about electric motors is they never get fouled plugs or have timing issues.

The battery-powered Sun Loungers can reach a top speed of up to 4 MPH.  Factors such as passenger weight, winds, weeds, waves and the battery’s state of charge impact actual speeds achieved. 

A fully-charged Sun Lounger with a single battery can cover a distance of up to 6 miles at top speed. 

Distance can be doubled by adding a second battery in parallel if you like to travel farther on your Go-Float Sun Lounger.

Run times depend on conditions and how you use the boat, but a single, fully charged standard battery (35Ah) should last for up to 2-4 hours of mixed use excursion activities (cruising, floating, etc.).

If you prefer a constantly running, full speed cruise, a fully charged battery may last for up to 2 hours.  For those who like to do marathon cruising, adding an additional battery or two can multiply your running time on the water accordingly.

Just like running out of gas in your car, running out of power on a Go-Float is a remote possibility that you’ll want to avoid.  Most people simply keep an eye on the power meter to know when it’s time to head back to shore.  If those readings are ignored, most people will also notice a decline in motor speed that reminds them they’ve been out for quite a while.  

If you just plain run out of power, it’s a good idea to have a cell phone with you and maybe a paddle.  When you get back to shore, you can begin recharging your battery or swap it out with another, charged, battery you may have kept on shore as a backup.

See our products pages for complete capacity information. Go-Float Sun Loungers have a rated capacity of 150 [ION] to 750 [VORTEX] lbs for persons, gear and batteries.  Each standard battery weighs approximately 24 lbs.

The Go-Float Sun Loungers are easily steered with a single handle grip located along the starboard side of the top deck. This handle also controls the "throttle" by a thumb switch. 

Go-Float Sun Loungers are very lightweight (each under 400 lbs) compared to most motorized watercraft & can be transported in a variety of ways.  The ION & IMPULSE are both smaller than a 4’ x 8’ sheet of plywood and many vehicles are designed to accommodate such dimensional lumber. Here you can view the measurments for all of our boats. Most Go-Float owners use one of the following ways to transport their Sun Lounger: 

• In the bed of a pickup truck.

• In the back of some larger SUVs.

• On a trailer.

   

In many cases, the answer is yes.  

The Go-Float Sun Loungers produce a maximum of 360 Watts or about 0.5 HP.  In many jurisdictions, there are no age limits imposed on the operation of such lightly powered boats.  Of course, always check with your local authorities regarding boating safety regulations applicable in your area.  Even if your location does permit children as operators of a Go-Float, parental discretion should be the ultimate determinant of a child’s readiness for operating a Go-Float or any other boat.  Parental supervision is strongly advised and your child should  ALWAYS WEAR A PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE (PFD). 

The quick answer is "hardly anything"...somewhere between pennies and nickels.  A fully discharged IMPULSE battery would require approximately 1/3 (0.33) Kilowatt Hours of electricity to fully recharge.  The May 2011 US average rate for residential electricity was 12 cents per Kilowatt Hour according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.  So, on average, a single battery would recharge for approximately 4 cents (12 cents / 3 = 4 cents).  Dual batteries would recharge for about twice that, or 8 cents.

Of course, electricity rates vary by location, so your costs may be higher or lower depending on where you live.