Re: [bolger] Bantam question

Thanks for the interest in #654, Joe.
The more folks the less top-speed on moderate outboard power.  No news there.  There is seating for six but no much 'deck-space' to go for more than one or two ahead and one or two behind the house.  Kids would be 'looser'.

How long is your garage exactly ?  With her square straight sections aft, adding a foot or two would outside deck-space or inside seating width...

Plans have grown to 11 sheets in 17"x22" format and are listed at $200.- to build one boat, sent Priority Mail rolled in a tube.

Susanne Altenburger, PB&F 
----- Original Message -----
Sent:Friday, August 17, 2012 8:49 PM
Subject:[bolger] Bantam question

 

Opinions please on suitability of the Bantam for use as a day boat for 6 people, in normal inland lake conditions. I can see it'd be ideal for the other usage scenario I have in mind, which is short term camping/cruising for 2. I'm attracted to the light weight, low power, and easy trailering. And it'd fit in my garage with the detachable bow section. I currently have a Michalak AF4, but want something that'd handle 2 more passengers for picnic cruises. 
I see that Susanne has been posting actively, maybe she could advise on plan price/availability.

Thanks, Joe

Opinions please on suitability of the Bantam for use as a day boat for 6 people, in normal inland lake conditions. I can see it'd be ideal for the other usage scenario I have in mind, which is short term camping/cruising for 2. I'm attracted to the light weight, low power, and easy trailering. And it'd fit in my garage with the detachable bow section. I currently have a Michalak AF4, but want something that'd handle 2 more passengers for picnic cruises. 
I see that Susanne has been posting actively, maybe she could advise on plan price/availability.

Thanks, Joe