G'day,

There is a strong possibility that harriettes
http://au.groups.yahoo.com/group/harryproa/files/harry%20for%20beginners/
will soon be produced in China.

Two questions for you.

1) Given all the problems coming out of China, what quality controls
would you expect for a production boat? Put another way, what quality
problems have you ever had with beachcats?

They will probably build a polyester/csm/coremat/gelcoat model (70
kgs) and a foam/epoxy/double bias/Awlgrip model (45 kgs). We are also
looking at partially rotomoulded hulls so it can be dragged over
rocks.

At present, each boat will be weighed, the centre of gravity confirmed
and a static load applied to each beam, rudder and the mast and the
deflection of each measured. The appearance will obviously be
checked.

2) For a variety of reasons (mainly reduced freight and damage, but
also user feedback and to get some boats sailing), the builder has
offered to sell 4 boats (a 20' container load) into each of
Australia, Europe and USA at a very low price. Not sure exactly what
this will be at the moment, but it will be appreciably lower than the
final selling price, which in turn will be appreciably lower than an
equivalent Hobie or similar.

Is there anyone interested in a deal of this nature? Payment will be
to me, and will sit in my account until the boats are delivered. All
boats will come with a money back guarantee if the published spec is
not met. Nothing is finalised yet, but I am curious to see if there
is any interest.

Regards,

Rob