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Re: Info on San Javier Single S1 Kit & Performance?
By:Robyn Lundstrom
Date: 7/3/1998, 1:03 am

> Would appreciate hearing opinions from anyone who has built &/or
> paddled the San Javier single (S1) and the Big Foot. Curious about
> the quality & completeness of their kits and the performance of
> the boats. Especially the S1. I'm 195 lbs and 75% of the use would
> be day trips on big lakes & bays. Interested in ease of paddling,
> initial stability, secondary stability, tracking Any problems with
> weather cocking?

Hi Rich!

I'm currently 90% through the construction of a Bigfoot. I can;t comment on the kit, as I'm using plans only. But they are very complete, and I am pleasantly surprised with the results so far. I am 6'3", 225lbs, so I'll give the boat a good workout! :) If it's cargo space you're looking for, the Bigfoot will deliver.

I will post performance characteristics after launching day (should be 2 weeks or so).

Robyn

Messages In This Thread

Info on San Javier Single S1 Kit & Performance?
Rich Kuchar -- 7/1/1998, 8:03 am
Re: Info on San Javier Single S1 Kit & Performance?
Robyn Lundstrom -- 7/3/1998, 1:03 am