What a wonderful time we had at the Norwalk, CT boat show. It was great to be able to meet several people I have known via the owners groups and internet, but had not yet met them in person until the show.

I now have both the RF Custom Wheelhouse and a 2008 Sedan ready for viewing and appointments. The interest in the Wheelhouse was much larger than expected, especially when talking with them of some simple customizations I have made on the boat as to allow me hot water at the sink, an on board hot/cold shower, ducted wallas diesel fired, thermostatically controlled heat, roof mounted AC unit as to allow for 12 month boating in the colds and extreme heats alike. The massive open cockpit truly was a favorite for the families that plan to travel with more than just a couple on board and the fishing crowd too. The ability to build a semi-custom vessel is still available for future owners.

It was nice to be able to stand on board and talk with each boater and listen to their thoughts and inputs on these quality versatile vessels. Many committed to a visit south when their home waters have frozen over for the year to enjoy our 12 month boating and I look forward to their visits.

Many, enjoyed the fact that I do own and travel on a RF246 of my own, and can truly relate to what goes on during these times. We also planed on putting together a late fall and an early spring gathering on the Cumberland River and enjoying some of the Nashville area and history via the waterways.

Please let me know if you would enjoy bringing your RF 246 and join us on these trips.

Happy and Safe Boating…and see you on the waters soon.

Patrick Byrd
“Byrdman”