Bill,
That is one option I've looked at, I'm a bit antsy about ordering them
'blind' though. I'd like to see what I'm getting before I pay for them.
I'm going to Little River first and see what they have. The boat that I
dive from leaves from the Little River Neck marina, so I'm down there quite
often anyway. If they don't have anything I think I can work with I'll
discuss options with them and see what we can do. I haven't heard back from
the co. in Charlotte yet, so can't make an informed decision with regards to
them at the moment.
As far as the regatta in April, I've already marked it on my calendar. It
happens to coincide perfectly with my wife's spring break (she's an
elementary school teacher) so we can both make it easily and are planning
for it to be our 'vacation' this year. She gets to shop, I get to check out
the Swifts, perfect compromise in my book! ;P
-Matt
On Dec 19, 2007 7:06 PM, <WFS03@xxxxxxx> wrote:
> Matt,
> Your local supplier may be willing to order some flat-sawn WRC Clear in
> 16' lengths for you and even deliver them directly to you. This may cost a
> little more per board foot but save you the cost of gas and travel to
> Charlotte. The 5/4" boards are used for outdoor decking and should be
> common. I know that there are several sources in the RI area. Even my
> neighborhood lumber yard carries the clear WRC. Good luck in sourcing the
> lumber and welcome to the class. As you can see, there are many of us to
> help you along the way. Please consider joining us at the 2008 National
> Regatta in April, even without your completed Swift Solo.
>
> Bill Scheumann
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