In growing? I would have thought that was the class to be in. It has almost gone full circle back to A class. I think maybe a spec. motor drive and X dimension would help. It still seem like a lot of R&D to have a competitive boat. What do you think? I keep hearing all these people say thats were they are going but never see any new boats.
Mad Dog

Good question. There are quite a few used Phantom's out there or you could by a new Activator or Extreme, they are all competitive. After my couple of years in F1, and based on what you can buy a SVL for, it is a logical move and Much safer.

I think it has alot to do with the economy. The numbers in most of the classes were down alil in Daytona. Once the economy comes back around I think you will see another growth spurt

l1.ack of manufactures maybe?...2.you get more exposure in F1 for less $$$..just my .02 only.

We have considered building a 28 with a canopy for this class, I think they have one of the best classes going, hopefully the numbers will come up.

Chris,
You are talking a OMD 28 for the class right?
Rick

But they are difficult to finance, as banks generally do not have data on Phantoms or Extremes -- not to mention that they don't come with engine and drive (generally speaking).

I looked at this class intially, but found it much easier to purchase an F2, believe it or not. I simply wasn't prepared to plunk down around $75-$85k in cash.

Just my $.02 -- maybe there are some banks that are easier to convince, however.

JB,
If you are going to get a loan it is always easier to use real estate equity.

Thats what we do for all of our depreciating assets.

Rick

Yes? Please tell me more.

Maybe , just maybe, the class could have grown some, if a current SVL owner and seller would have provided their best price $$ upfront rather within a 30 day period coming down to $50k from $90k, makes you wonder what was up in the beginning, makes you wonder what's up with the class???