Frequently Asked Questions
Answers For Bidders And Donors
Key details for the memorial auction, the one-of-one wake boat, direct donations, community item submissions, and the review process before anything goes live.
FAQ
Clear Answers For Bidders And Donors.
Answers for bidders, donors, contributors, and anyone who wants to support the memorial auction.
Who was Randall Harris?
Randall "The Vandall" Harris was one of wakeboarding's most recognizable riders, known for his style, amplitude, and influence on the culture of the sport.
Who is Harmony?
Harmony is Randall's daughter. The auction exists to rally the wakeboarding community around her future while honoring Randall's legacy.
Where do proceeds go?
Proceeds support Harmony through the memorial fund connected to this auction.
When does the auction open and close?
The auction window is planned for July 4, 2026 through September 7, 2026.
What makes the boat one of one?
The boat is a custom memorial build created for Randall's legacy, with visual and personal details designed specifically for this tribute.
How do I bid?
The auction page will connect bidders to secure third-party auction software for registration, bidding, payment handling, and auction updates.
Can I donate without bidding?
Yes. The site will support direct one-time and recurring donations for supporters who want to help without entering the boat auction.
Can I contribute an item?
Yes. Donors can submit potential auction items from the home page. Submissions do not publish automatically; they enter a private review queue first.
Will submitted items automatically appear?
No. Every submitted item must be reviewed for quality, relevance, story, photos, value, and fit before it is manually added to the auction platform.
Who ships donated items?
Donors confirm they are responsible for packaging and shipping the item after the auction closes on September 7, 2026, while not being responsible for the shipping cost.
Are donations tax deductible?
This should be confirmed with the final fund/legal structure before publishing a definitive tax statement.
Who handles boat transfer and delivery?
Title, taxes, transfer, shipping, and delivery terms should be confirmed before the auction page goes live.
Can international bidders participate?
International bidder eligibility should be confirmed through the selected auction platform and the final transfer/delivery rules.