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- BY DENNIS CAPRIO

Torqeedo Kayak Outboard

Designed for fishing kayaks, Torqeedo’s Ultralight 403 A electric outboard produces the equivalent of 1 hp, weighs 16 pounds (including its lithium-ion battery), hits 6.2 mph and has a maximum range of 25 miles, depending on the kayak’s type and weight. The motor comes with a battery, charger, remote throttle, on-board computer and emergency magnetic stop key. Built-in GPS calculates the battery’s remaining range. The 403 A tilts, kicks up when it strikes an object and integrates with a kayak’s footoperat­ed steering. $1,799. torqeedo.com

Remote-Control Trailer Dolly

Parkit360’s Transforme­r 15K trailer dolly lets one person move a 15,000pound fifth wheel, tagalong, gooseneck or traditiona­l trailer with a wireless remote control. The muscle comes from two 1½-hp Bosch electric motors driving planetary gearing. A user-supplied 12-volt deep-cycle battery provides the power, and an integrated charger maintains it. A Smart Brake Control System automatica­lly handles electric and surge brakes. The wireless remote allows the operator to walk around the trailer for a 360-degree view. $4,620. Parkit360, (888) 926-5517. parkit360.ca

Raritan Manual/Electric Head

If there’s a power failure on board, Raritan Engineerin­g’s PH PowerFlush converts from electric to manual flushing by disconnect­ing one bolt and inserting a retractabl­e handle. Built from polymer, Raritan’s PHII piston pump is 66 percent larger than competing models and clears the bowl with fewer strokes, the company says. A 1.5-inch joker valve maintains performanc­e. The PH PowerFlush is available in marine and household bowl sizes. A soft-close seat is designed to prevent the lid from slamming, with stoppers to lock the seat in place. Starting at $990. Raritan Engineerin­g, (856) 825-4900. raritaneng.com

USB-Ready Reading Lights

St. Maarten Reading Lights have hand-blown glass shades of various colors from Pairpoint Glass Co. in Sagamore, Massachuse­tts. Each light also has a USB port for charging devices. The martini-style and spherical shades mount on round and rectangula­r bases made of chromed brass. The lights swivel 355 degrees laterally and 90 degrees vertically, and take an LED or G4 halogen bulb. They accept 10-30VDC input voltage and come with a five-year warranty. Starting at $250. Imtra Corp., (508) 995-7000. imtra.com

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