Let's WindPaddle !
The WindPaddle is a lightweight and simple to use sail that can be easily attached to your kayak - All WindPaddle sails launch and fly from the on-deck position. They can be set up for instant self-launching either before sailing or while out on the water so there’s no need to return to shore to launch your sail. They can also be moved from hull to hull with minimum fixings required. The WindPaddle design puts the centre of force of the sail down low, at about the same level as the paddler, making the boat/sail combination incredibly stable and easy-to-use. The WindPaddle Sails are used by a wide variety of kayakers from experienced expedition paddlers to novices alike ..........
The WindPaddle sails are currently out of stock
|
Scout Sail
Deployed diameter: 42" Folded diameter: 15" Sail area: 9.62 sq.ft Wt: 12 oz Target wind: 4-18 knots Sailing envelope: 150 deg. Target boat: 9-12 feet |
The Scout is WindPaddles entry level sail for beginners - it is an ideal sail for single seat kayaks - it's manageable in size and easy to fold and deploy - the stiff batten can cope with strong winds and it's large viewing window makes it easy to see what's ahead - A really great sail for anyone looking to start kayak sailing.
|
|
Adventure Sail
Deployed diameter: 47" Folded diameter: 16" Sail area: 12 sq.ft Wt: 16 oz Target wind: 5-30 knots Sailing envelope: +180 deg. Target boat: 12-18 ft |
The Adventure has a larger sail area and flatter sail profile than the Scout - it has a stiffer perimeter batten that can handle higher winds and as it delivers more power you will also be able to sail in lighter winds as well - It offers an increased sailing envelope allowing the paddler to reach higher angles off the wind - All these combine to make the Adventure sail WindPaddles best selling sail and the sail of choice for recreational and expedition paddlers.
|
|
Cruiser Sail
Deployed diameter: 52" Folded diameter: 19" Sail area: 17.1 sq.ft Wt: 20 oz Target wind: 5-30 knots Sailing envelope: +180 deg. Target boat: 14-18 feet |
WindPaddle's Cruiser sail is designed to power heavy canoes and tandems - it is also a great choice for larger sit-on tops or for those who only choose to head out in lighter winds - The larger sail area requires a stiffer perimeter batten to maintain it's form so a little more practice is required to master the fold but practice makes perfect.......
|
|
Sailing Kit: €25
|
|
Here we have WindPaddle's Sailing kit - perfect for those who would like to secure the sailing sheets to the deck of their kayak using the clam cleats provided - this allows easy hands free sailing which is particularly good if your kayak doesn't have a rudder system so you can use your trailing paddle blade for steerage.
|
At Darrens Kayaks you can bring your kayak to us and we are happy to fit your Windpaddle for you (some kayaks require additional deck fittings). We also offer the service of taking you onto the water to demonstrate how to use your new WindPaddle. Below we have a series of pictures showing how we have fitted WindPaddles to the various types of kayaks ....
|
Low deck sit-on bungee set up
|
Sail stowed between bungee lattice
|
Sail deployed
|
|
High deck sit-on bungee set up
|
Sail stowed under bungee
|
Sail deployed
|
|
Low deck Tandem set up
|
Sail stowed between bungee lattice
|
Sail deployed
|
|
Sit-on with bungee net
|
Sail stowed under net
|
Sail deployed
|
|
Sit-on with deck bungees
|
Sail stowed under bungees
|
Sail deployed
|
|
Canadian canoe
set-up |
Sail stowed between bungee lattice
|
Sail deployed
|
Here we have a series of Darrens Kayaks you tube videos showing you how to fold, stow and deploy your WindPaddle sail along with some useful tips and advice on how to use it on the water.............
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|