New Boatworld Kat - Page 4

smallribber · 31 May 2023, 07:54

Many thanks for the review I have all of those engines also and a merc 15 hp 2 stroke so might also give that a try. Looking forward to mine arriving hopefully as the advertised date of 7th July. I also hope they have got the tank fixing on the production models. This might be a wetsuit or swimming Cassie kind of boat for those hot days

Old seahorse · 31 May 2023, 09:13

Great review Chipko. It shows how versatile this type of sib is, and how this type of craft can run well on a range of motors, even small, light weight ones, and turn in a decent performance. (obviously dependant on loading and use requirements. )
It opens up options, and increases the dilemma, when looking to buy!

Fenlander · 31 May 2023, 13:23

Brilliant assessment Chipko, particularly with that broad outboard selection.

smallribber · 31 May 2023, 19:00

Just found out that the models coming in will be much the same as the review model and they won’t have tank straps ��

chipko · 02 June 2023, 07:56

Easedalenovice….Well that’s disappointing, hope it’s not a dealbreaker.

Old seahorse & Fenlander….Thanks and to be honest we had a blast testing this little Kat.

smallribber · 02 June 2023, 08:57

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Originally Posted by chipko

Easedalenovice….Well that’s disappointing, hope it’s not a dealbreaker.

Old seahorse & Fenlander….Thanks and to be honest we had a blast testing this little Kat.

No I am sure I can manage. They are delayed a little as usual to probably mid July. They are coming in on the

CMACGM BOUGAINVILLE. Container Ship, IMO 9702156.
https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9702156

I can track that for a bit if fun. I like doing that sort of thing

smallribber · 22 June 2023, 06:01

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Originally Posted by Easedalenovice

No I am sure I can manage. They are delayed a little as usual to probably mid July. They are coming in on the

CMACGM BOUGAINVILLE. Container Ship, IMO 9702156.
https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9702156

I can track that for a bit if fun. I like doing that sort of thing

It is on its way to Rotterdam for the 29th of June. Hopefully all on time for the KAT delivery in early to mid July

smallribber · 04 July 2023, 06:42

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Originally Posted by Easedalenovice

It is on its way to Rotterdam for the 29th of June. Hopefully all on time for the KAT delivery in early to mid July

It seems to have docked in Southampton. Lets hope that is good news for the delivery

smallribber · 06 July 2023, 06:28

Should be receiving the Kat early next week. Exciting times

chipko · 06 July 2023, 18:16

Oooh! Nice. Not jealous at all. Enjoy.
Have to say, miss this little cat, it was a real blast.

smallribber · 11 July 2023, 09:11

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Originally Posted by chipko

Oooh! Nice. Not jealous at all. Enjoy.
Have to say, miss this little cat, it was a real blast.

It just arrived.

chipko · 11 July 2023, 10:06

Great news.

Look forward to your report.

chipko · 02 December 2023, 08:44

Looks like the little Boatworld Kat out on loan again. This time being put through it’s paces around the Isle of Man.

https://youtu.be/xrhSEvHG-P4?si=Q-eq4vuBbyD1Ds5V

smallribber · 02 December 2023, 09:35

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Originally Posted by chipko

Looks like the little Boatworld Kat out on loan again. This time being put through it’s paces around the Isle of Man.

https://youtu.be/xrhSEvHG-P4?si=Q-eq4vuBbyD1Ds5V

Is that the same one as you had. I assumed he had bought one.

Surly I cant be the only one who paid for theirs lol

chipko · 02 December 2023, 10:23

Think it’s the same one as they’ve kept it as the demo boat.
…..and yes don’t know anyone else who’s bought one.

Steve509926 · 02 December 2023, 14:21

Watching the video with the two sibs in view, certainly highlights the size difference. The kat looks very small against the Scout.

chipko · 02 December 2023, 15:14

Yes does look small but more interesting though is how much better it rides than the Scout. Riding a tad bow high perhaps but he did have all kit and fuel at the stern. In comparison the Scout, which also had tank and kit well aft, rode seriously bow heavy. At planing speeds bow seemed to be sucked down low into the water, look how far forward the wake exits at the bow. Of course motor could be trimmed too far in as difficult to tell in vid.

Steve509926 · 02 December 2023, 23:39

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Originally Posted by chipko

Yes does look small but more interesting though is how much better it rides than the Scout. Riding a tad bow high perhaps but he did have all kit and fuel at the stern. In comparison the Scout, which also had tank and kit well aft, rode seriously bow heavy. At planing speeds bow seemed to be sucked down low into the water, look how far forward the wake exits at the bow. Of course motor could be trimmed too far in as difficult to tell in vid.

2nd viewing and I see exactly what you mean.

I wonder if that is similar to what I experienced when I was down in Fowey -

https://www.rib.net/forum/f50/sib-trim-and-performance-90194.html

Useful being able to look at a sib from afar, but I think Diane may feel a drones a bit expensive for a one off observation though!

smallribber · 03 December 2023, 07:41

Interesting that Boatworld provided a shim that could not be used because of how far his engine fixings would open. He also said it was not needed on his set up. I wonder if the engine he was using will trim in more than my Tohatsu 9.8

chipko · 03 December 2023, 11:11

Hopefully the shim is just a stop gap and the next batch get a couple of degrees layback to the transom. Appreciate not much help to those purchasing the current stock.