I enjoyed reading your blog this morning Nick.
And if I were in your shoes, I'd be feeling the same... or probably a little hotter under the collar.
I agree with your statement... "when that unacknowledged design reference is combined with a complete copy of my own words to describe their interpretation of my design I start to feel I should react a little more forcefully."
I think I would find myself consulting an attorney. They have not contacted you or consulted you in any manner?
Not cool.

I agree, response was definately called for... I hope you are able to find some resolution to this.
Warm Smiles,
Heather

: Sea Kayaker recently reviewed the "Baidarka" made by
: Zegul/Tahe Marine. I thought it had a distinct similarity to my
: Aleutesque design. I've put together a blog entry talking about
: that. There is a long tradition of using ideas from other boats
: to make a new design, so I was not sure how to react but some
: other things they did made me feel some response was called for.

: See my reaction at:
: http://www.guillemot-kayaks.com/guillemot/blog/nick/how_should_i_react_zegultahe_baidarka