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Anyone know where to get a finkenmeister in the u.s.

Try those guys:

http://www.robsonusa.com/Contact.htm

martin a.k.a. the great gonzo!

guess they're the distributor - but according to them it's not practical to get one for a single customer - even though they're getting a lot of calls about the boat

Hmm... Anyone else interested in a Fink?

If the price were right, I'd be interested in one this fall or next spring (funds are already set aside for a Sith now:) ). If another "new" boat helped get more in the country, it might be doable on my end.

I don't suppose they mentioned how MANY boats made it feasible? Our first wheelboys were 6 boats, IIRC.

I'd give a Fink a try if the price was right. Put me on the list.

I spent alot of phone time trying to track one down.
The "former" importers in Wa. ; finally gave me the names of all the shops they supplied with Finks. No luck! Next, I emailed then talked with Robert (us rep.?) at Robson. Cost prohibitive to ship from Germany. Then, someone called me back, one of the shop owners. I can't remember his name,great guy. He may lurk on this site. Anyway, he gives me a name: Endless River Adventures in N.C.
They sell Robson paddles. So, I call their shop and talk to the manager,really nice girl, can't remember her name either. She calls Germany. SO, this is long process. All the shop owners that I talked with, said that the "importers" in WA. were difficult to work with. I don't think it was a priority with them, more like a diversion. In fact, she told me they were no longer importing boats from Robson. And, Robson said that they were looking for new US distribution. So, I buy a used Finkenmiester from Isaac on this board. Thanks Isaac. Then, the girl from Endlessrivers calls me back and they would be willing to piggyback a boat on their next paddle order. This all happened in Feb./March.
SO, bottom line: A. Call Robson and become US distr. B. Call Endlessrivers and make a deal. C. buy used. Hope this helps!!!

D) Just convert a Burn

E. not even close.
The finkenmiester is an awesome boat. ( err C1 )
It handles like an OC1. just my opinion.
Someone should import them.
You know, plastic, C1, creekboat. What more do you want?

I tried for a few months to import them too-

Bill, so what happened?

A Wi boater hooked me up with the local rep- After the Washington folks basically ignored me- the US rep did get in touch with me but never got back to me about becoming a dealer- I was trying to hold off for the fatboy- I like the Fink but I dont LOVE it- but its a dedicated c1 so I wouldnt mind one in the quiver

Local store owner who did carry some Robsons stated pretty much the same thing! Shame - I really like my "new to me" Fink and think others would most likely purchase the boat too.
Paul C.

Basically ERA Outfitters is going to order three, I'm getting one. It would be adventageous (price wise), to order more. That means 2+ people.

E-mail me if you're ready to commit and we can contact Juliet at ERA.
Payment / other details would go through her.

Like to wrap it up in the next 7-10 days.

Juliet, That's her name. She's sweet. Awesome!!!!!!!!!!
C1s for everybody!!! It's a party!!!!!!! Fink style.

I'm in unless the price is absolutely ridiculous