For anyone who was interested, here is the response I got from the vendor a few days ago with their current show prices. I also posted this on the main forum, but this is for those who might be interested and don't read that board.

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Thanks for contacting Porta-Bote.

Porta-Bote is a unique folding, portable boat that actually folds to
4 inches (10 cm) flat. It's ideal for the fishing, boating, sailing,
hunting and camping enthusiast who lacks the space to
store or transport ordinary boats.

Here are the current 2003 factory SHOW prices, valid through Feb 3rd, 2003:

COLORS Pacific Pearl Olive Drab Aluminum Gray

8' Porta-Bote, (List Price: $1705) Factory SHOW Price: $1,149
10' Porta-Bote, (List Price: $1745) Factory SHOW Price: $1,199
12' Porta-Bote, (List Price: $1795) Factory SHOW Price: $1,249

Sailkit - New Model, $499
Porta-Sunshade, $159
Porta-Dolly III, $179
Pair Oars/Oar Locks, FREE
Pair RV Mounts, $129
Pair Cartop Straps, $39
Trolling Mount, $59
3.5 HP Nissan Outboard (8',10',12'), $725
4.0 HP 4 Stroke Nissan Outboard (10',12'), $995
5.0 HP 4 Stroke Nissan Outboard (10',12'), $1,149
6.0 HP 4 Stroke Nissan Outboard (12'), $1,225
2 Step EZ Boat Opener, FREE
Freight (Regularly $285) Factory SHOW Special: FREE

We guarantee a lower price than Cabela's. Please come see us at:

The Washington Sportsmen's Show
Western Washington Fairground
Puyallup, WA
Jan 22 - 26

Luke will be our representative. You can reach him at 208-630-4748.

Or call our office to place your order.

Please call our office toll free at 1-800-227-8882
Monday-Friday 8 am - 5 pm (Pacific time)
to order at these special prices.

We look forward to welcoming you aboard!

Best regards,
Paul Mintz & Tine Gildersleeve
Sales Department, Porta-Bote International