So - finally on to the posted subject he the KIS Cruiser! Currently
my front-runner (but who knows). Things I like:

- TRUE 4-place with lots of room!

- Flies just fine on 180hp. A 180 DH might be an option, or I'd be
happy with an experimental Lyc 360 (Superior).

- Has a purty mouth, and other parts too.

- Has a reasonable history - a couple dozen flying, I believe, nothing
but positive reports on performance and stability.

- Kit is reasonably priced at $35K, making my $85K flying cost doable.

Things I still want more info on:

- Exactly how hard is construction? I know jigs are needed - bummer.
I've been spoiled by thoughts of a nice, matched-hole metal RV kit.

- State of the company? I've heard they're for sale. You don't hear
much about Pulsar in general. Their 2-seaters do not seem to be
terribly popular.

That's about it. I figure that I know enough about how a Cruiser flies
without actually flying one, and after I've sampled the Velocity I'll
likely have enough info to make up my mind. I'm currently waiting for a
house to be completed (May) and would like to have whatever kit I decide
on to be arriving within a few weeks of move-in (giving me time to set
up shop).

Any thoughts are quite welcome. Thanks for reading.

~Paul Folbrecht
~PP-SEL
~C152 N89795
~MWC

Paul,

Based on the analysis you have done, I believe the KIS would be a great choice.
There are a number of changes going on at Pulsar (KIS supplier) which makes it
a lot easier for me to give a recommendation as well. I am building (off and
on) a KIS Cruiser as well and have the unofficial builders web site. You can
get on the KISBUILDERS newsgroup and get all the help you need as well.

Check out my website and contact me direct ) if you have any
questions. The web site has hundreds of photos and lots of tips from multiple
builders. We would welcome you to the group and might even have a couple of
builders in your area. If there are any completed aircraft in your area you
might even be able to catch a ride with one of the proud owners.


Bob Reed
www.kisbuild.r-a-reed-assoc.com (KIS Builders Site)
KIS Cruiser in progress...Slow but steady progress....

"Ladies and Gentlemen, take my advice,
pull down your pants and Slide on the Ice!"
(M.A.S.H. Sidney Freedman)