You mean to say that the sailboard used to set the record only costed 5000 to develop from the sailing "barn doors" that were introduced 30 years ago ?
That is like saying it only costed 30 bucks to have the DVD player developped.
but I would have to say the sailboard has it beat hands down when it comes to accessibility and bang for your buck.
In response I would say that actually landyachts and iceyacht have gotten this particular game down.
Remember the Blokart. These things clocked a max speed of 95 km/h (51.3 knots) already without the need for a special ditch. Come to think of it, was digging this ditch included in the 5000 quote you gave ?
And there isn't greater accessibility then driving a 2100 Euro Blokart on a nearby carpark. You don't even have the car top it as it folds into a small package that fits inside your boot.
Landyachting ultimate record is 188 km/h I believe (101.6 knots)
Wouter
