jimeve Posted December 16, 2020 Posted December 16, 2020 (edited) Something like this....https://youtu.be/1J9LrASibTA Edited December 16, 2020 by jimeve 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Peterson Posted December 16, 2020 Author Posted December 16, 2020 20 minutes ago, GeoffH said: It wasn't a 'water scooter' (which is an electric thing divers use to pull them along that does about 3 kilometers per hour), it was a jet ski (most of which will do at least 80kph). **** What is the difference between jet ski, water scooter and personal watercraft? Jet skiing is a popular activity for tourists looking for thrills during their holidays on the coast. In fact, jet skiing is a very popular leisure activity, especially for its easy driving, its speed but above all for its accessibility to all. When you rent a boat, there is nothing better than fine sandy beaches and crystal clear water to enjoy the sensations of this watercraft. Moreover, there are many names to describe it between jet ski, waterscooter and personal watercraft. Therfore, it can be difficult to understand the difference. In this article, we will give you the answer and explain all the differences. Some definitions It is true that in common opinion, jet skis, water scooters and personal watercraft are different watercrafts. Actually, there is no difference but the name. Here are some definitions to better understanding: Jet ski: the main confusion comes from the fact that most of the people think that "jet ski" is a generic term. However, "jet ski" is actually a registered trademark of Kawasaki brand. Due to its great popularity, the term "jet ski" has become common to refer to water scooters. Water scooter: the "water scooter" is a watercraft powered by a water jet. Its real name is VNM, which stands for Motor Watercraft and is the official term for this type of vehicle. It does not involve any particular brand. Personal watercraft: "personal watercraft" is a generic term, just like the water scooter. To keep it short, there is no difference between jet ski/sea scooter and personal watercraft except for the name. The famous device that is so popular on the beaches during the summer is nothing but the VNM, the Motor Watercraft powered by a water jet that allows you to "travel" on the water. ;**** https://www.filovent.com/uk/magazine/difference-jet-ski-water-scooter-personal-watercraft Just so we can all read from the same Page 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeoffH Posted December 16, 2020 Posted December 16, 2020 I think I might have fallen for the 'thing is called different names in different countries' trap, here where I live a water scooter has always referred to an electric pull along device that divers hang on to. Personal watercraft (PWC) and JetSki are used interchangably here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Peterson Posted December 16, 2020 Author Posted December 16, 2020 4 minutes ago, GeoffH said: I think I might have fallen for the 'thing is called different names in different countries' trap, here where I live a water scooter has always referred to an electric pull along device that divers hang on to. Personal watercraft (PWC) and JetSki are used interchangably here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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