Your Questions
Here are some questions we have been asked by our clients:
How much wash do the rowingsolutions.com catamarans produce?
The catamarans have been specifically designed to produce minimal wash. All boats have been approved by the Environment Agency and have successfully passed their wash test.
How long will the standard 12-litre fuel tank last?
The 9.9hp 4-stroke with remote fuel tank lasts between 130-160 km on a 12-litre tank of petrol.
The 15hp 4-stroke with remote fuel tank lasts between 90-120 km on a 12-litre tank of petrol.
What is the top speed of each rowingsolutions.com catamaran engine?
The FunCat with a 9.9hp engine, is 26 kph (kilometres per hour).
The CAT2010/CAT2011/CAT2012, with a 9.9hp engine are up to 29kph and with the 15hp engine are up to 31kph.
How many people will the rowingsolutions.com catamarans carry?
The FunCat 9.9hp model is designed to carry one person. It has a buoyancy capacity of 450kg, so for emergency rescue purposes only, it will assist significantly more.
The CAT2010/CAT2011/CAT2012 9.9hp models will carry two persons. They have a buoyancy capacity of 500kg, so for emergency rescue purposes only, they will carry significantly more.
What's the delivery period on a rowingsolutions.com catamaran?
Delivery for one catamaran will be 10-14 days from receipt of order. Delivery for multiple orders will be an additional 10 days per catamaran thereafter (subject to availability).
What colour do the rowingsolutions.com catamarans come in?
The rowingsolutions.com catamarans come in three different colours: Yellow for the FunCat, light blue for the CAT2010/CAT2011, and light grey for the CAT2012.
May I test-drive a rowingsolutions.com catamaran before buying?
Yes. Just give us a call 01189 401 041 / 07860 224 007 or e-mail simon@rowingsolutions.com to arrange an appointment (subject to availability).
How many people are needed to lift the rowingsolutions.com catamarans in and out of the water, with or without a trolley?
With a launching trolley: A minimum of one person for the FunCat and a minimum of two people for the CAT2010/CAT2011/CAT2012.
Without trolley: A minimum of two people for the FunCat and a minimum of four people for the CAT2010/CAT2011/CAT2012.
Do I need any special training to skipper one of the rowingsolutions.com catamarans?
Not at the moment. We do, however, offer a two-hour training course.
What is the weight of each rowingsolutions.com catamaran?
The FunCat is 125kg
The CAT2010/CAT2011/CAT2012 with 9.9hp models weigh 235kg
The CAT2010/CAT2011/CAT2012 15hp models weigh 245kg
What is the turning circle of each rowingsolutions.com catamaran?
The CAT2010/CAT2011/CAT2012 models have a 4.5m turning circle, whereas the FunCat has a 3 metre turning circle.
Can I tow the rowingsolutions.com catamaran behind my car?
Yes, easily! The catamarans are light, but you will need a trailer, of course, which we supply as an optional extra.
Where can I get a rowingsolutions.com trailer for towing?
We supply trailers customised for towing as well as launching the catamarans in and out of the water. The trailers are easily operated by one person.
Can I apply stickers or lettering to the rowingsolutions.com catamarans hulls (i.e. club's name)?
Yes. We can supply water resistant vinyl stickers made specifically to suit your particular requirements.
Do you supply rowingsolutions.com catamarans outside the UK?
Yes we do:
Germany
New Wave Sportswear Handels GmbH
Schmidt-Knobelsdorf-Str. 31 / Haus 40
13581 Berlin
Germany
Tel: +49 (0)1805 6399283*
Fax: +49 (0)700 63919283**
E-Mail: office@newwave.de
Web: www.newwave.de
USA
Philip Johnson
13145 Emmer Place
Apple Valley
MN 55124
USA
Tel: ++1 (0)952 423 6677
E-mail: pajg@frontiernet.net
What about service for the rowingsolutions.com engines supplied with the catamarans?
There are over 70 authorised dealers nationwide who can service and repair Mercury/Mariner engines. 98% of all our catamarans are fitted with Mercury/Mariner engines as we have found these to be the most reliable and what's more the most durable.
Who do you recommend to service my rowingsolutions.com outboard engine properly?
For Sales, Service & Repairs, we recommend:
Walker Outboard Services
The Boat Yard
Mill Green
Caversham
Reading
Berkshire
RG4 8EX
Tel: (0118) 947 8641
Mobile: 07831 610 631
Email: info@walkeroutboards.co.uk
Web: www.walkeroutboards.co.uk
Directions: Google Maps (opens in new window)
Walker Outboards offer a full mobile service and have supplied 98% of all our engines.
What is the difference between a rowingsolutions.com catamaran and a single hull launch?
Lower wash because of less water displacement with twin hydrodynamic hulls
Much lower energy consumption, therefore more economical
A lot more efficiency is achieved with much less horsepower, saving you money!
How durable are the rowingsolutions.com catamarans?
The hulls are made of extremely hardwearing polypropylene, which is approximately 10mm thick.
Can the rowingsolutions.com catamarans hulls be repaired?
In the unlikely event that the hulls get damaged they can be repaired easily by yourself, but this will depend on the nature and extent of the damage.
NOTE: In the 18 years we have been using the polypropylene hulls we have never had to repair a catamaran hull yet!
What are the most common faults you get with the rowingsolutions.com catamarans?
The most common faults are caused by the use of dirty petrol, water in the petrol, when the petrol gets too old and not having the engine serviced at regular intervals.
Have the engine serviced regularly, at least every six months, this will increase the life and the performance of the engine significantly.
What maintenance do the rowingsolutions.com catamarans need?
The minimum of maintenance required is a good clean with a jet wash when it gets dirty or if the catamaran is left in the water for a long time, as algae will build up on the hulls and slow down the performance and efficiency of the hulls.
Do we need any special insurance for the rowingsolutions.com catamarans?
You will of course need insurance for rowingsolutions.com catamarans, so in conjunction with Insurance Risk & Claims Management Ltd. www.marineinsurance-ircm.co.uk they can offer a very competitive insurance cover for all our coaching catamarans.
Contact: Mark Elcocks, Sarah Fitzgerald
Insurance, Risk & Claims Management Limited
Three Charter Court
Broadlands
Wolverhampton
WV10 6TD
Tel: 01902 796 793
Fax: 01902 796 799
Mobile: 07855 350 817
E-mail: MarkElcocks@kgjgroup.co.uk
Web: www.marineinsurance-ircm.co.uk |
