Coast Guard Reports Hazardous Spill in Richmond, California

RICHMOND, CA, May 6, 2008 (The Boating Channel)

A spill of toluenediamine, a flammable substance that can cause irritation by inhalation, at the Reaction Products facility in Richmond, California, has brought out the U.S. Coast Guard along with the California Office of Emergency Services, the Department of Fish and Game and Contra Costa County Hazardous Materials Team.

The chemical spill occurred at an unconfirmed time this past weekend. The spill has been fully contained by booms and absorbent pads. The spilled chemical is not believed to have reached the San Francisco Bay. A safety zone was established and enforced by the Coast Guard Monday afternoon and has since been lifted. [More...]

Creature Craft - A Ride On The Wild Side (Article + Video)

The Creature Craft is certainly the strangest looking river raft we have ever seen. But, if you're looking for a ride on the wild side and want to come out of it with your body intact, this may be the boat for you. The Creature Craft is a river raft designed to run the most turbulent rapids, surf over dams, ride over waterfalls, jump tall buildings (okay, that's an exaggeration) - But it really can go over pretty steep waterfalls and maintain its stability. [Article + Video]

Challenger Powerboats Seeks Chapter 7 Protection

WASHINGTON, MO, May 2, 2008 (The Boating Channel)

Challenger Powerboats filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court last week.

According to a report in Boating Industry, the SEC filing says: “The company believes that its assets will be insufficient to satisfy the claims of all creditors and it is unlikely that the company's shareholders will be eligible to participate in any distributions of the company's assets as a result of the bankruptcy.” [More]