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WindPaddle Cruiser Sail

4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 15 ratings
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  • The most powerful sail in our lineup, the “Cruiser” is intended for larger, heavier boats that need and can handle more power from the wind. At a bit over 1.5 m² the WindPaddle “Cruiser” has the power to pull along heavier boats loaded with gear or people.
  • The "Cruiser" sail also works for heavy SOTs and fishing kayaks. You can always tilt the sail forward and "spill" the wind to depower the sail. This sail retains its shape in high winds and doesn’t turn a kayak or canoe into a complex, heavy sailing craft.
  • Target boat – Kayaks, Canoes, Inflatables, Tandems and Expedition boats 14’ – 18’ Target wind range – 5 – 30 knots (2-7 BFT) Target paddler – intermediate to expert Off-wind sailing angle - +180 degrees
  • Tech corner: Cruiser, Deployed diameter - 56" (142.24 cm.) Coiled/folded diameter - 20" (50 cm.), Sail area - 17.1 sq. ft. (1.589 m²), Weight - 22 oz. (0.6237 kg.) , Wind Range - 4-31 knots of wind. (2-6 BFT)
  • All WindPaddle sails launch and fly from the on-deck position. It 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!
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All WindPaddle sails connect to your existing desk hardware and are made with durability in mind. Made from rip-stop nylon sailcloth. The same material big sailing boat spinnakers are constructed of. The clear window allows for good visibility. Seams are triple-stitched and the perimeter batten is made of a virtually unbreakable composite material. Out in big winds on a large body of rough water is not where you want your equipment to fail. These sails will be pulling hard long after you are ready to head into shore. We stand behind our sails with the statement, "IF you can figure out a way to break it, we'll fix it for free."

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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Customers say

Customers like the fun and quality of the canoe. For example, they say it's a total blast to sail with and adds s w whole new dimension to kayaking. That said, some complain that the wind is lacking and only really works running down wind.

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Customers find the kayak fun to sail with. They say it adds a whole new dimension to kayaking.

"...It was fun and adds a whole new dimension to kayaking. Can’t imagine how great it will be like as I get more experience using the sail." Read more

"...Pretty fun when you do get going!!!" Read more

"...But when used in the bow of a tandem rig, while the stern steers, it is very fun!" Read more

"Folding it takes practice but it is a total blast to sail with!" Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the product. They mention it's a very good invention, well-made, and useful.

"Awesome product! Canoeists beware: Device does not solo well. One can't effectively sail and steer at the same time...." Read more

"WindPaddle Cruser simple to use, fun and useful..." Read more

"Nicely made, the stow bag no longer provided..........." Read more

"very good invention..." Read more

3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

Customers are disappointed with the wind performance of the canoe. They mention that it only really works running down wind, which is probably a function of the design.

"...I took it out again this morning but there was little to no wind...." Read more

"...The wind was terribly lacking when needed the day of testing, but probably would be my sail of choice when both our kayaks are strapped together for..." Read more

"We bought this sail for our canoe, and it is a blast. Only really works running down wind, which is probably a function of the canoe design...." Read more

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William Russell
5.0 out of 5 stars WindPaddle Cruser simple to use, fun and useful
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2015
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I seldom write a review on a product I haven’t used for a while. However after taking the Wind Paddle sail out for a test run I had to comment. . While I’ve been on the water most of my life I’ve been a powerboat (large & small)/paddle guy & never learned to sail.
I practiced folding it in the living room about 5 or 6 times then sat in the kayak in the garage and folded it another 3 or 4 times. As I believe another reviewer said I found it was easier while sitting in the kayak. It attaches to the kayak perfectly. I tested it on my Native ultimate 14.5 and took it out on the reservoir (didn’t want to deal with tides in the harbor while learning). The wind was SW about 5 to 10 mph. I paddled away from the landing popped open the wind paddle and took off, literally. I can see it may have been easier to steer with a rudder but I quickly mastered steering by slightly dipping/dragging the paddle on the side I needed to turn the boat. After a little practice and I felt like a pro. I made three runs about a mile each by the second run I felt I had mastered catching the wind and steering.
A word of caution, it will take you out farther and faster than you may realize and you have to paddle back against the wind so pay attention. I went out with the wind and fished a little along the banks on the way back.
I took it out again this morning but there was little to no wind. I did get the sail to fill the sail a couple of times in about 2 kts of wind but it was slow going but still beats paddling. Flat water most of the morning.
This sail is fun and easy to use. My biggest concern, folding the sail on the water was not even an issue, very easy to handle. Even with limited practice I think the wind paddle is well worth the money. It was fun and adds a whole new dimension to kayaking. Can’t imagine how great it will be like as I get more experience using the sail.
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M. DELACRUZ
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente ayuda!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2011
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Tengo un kayak doble, y en los dias que hace viento, utilizo el windpaddle para descansar un poco en los viajes largos. Es util en vientos de 10 a 15 km/h , es practico, no pesa, y superfacil de instalar. Lo que si se necesita de cierta practica para cerrarlo, asi que un poco de paciencia en ese sentido.
No esperen que van a estar yendo muy rapido con solo desplegar el windpaddle, solo es una ayuda, y en vientos a favor muy fuertes aumenta la velocidad del kayak.
Una de las cosas negativas, es que el cordon para sujetar es demasiado delgado, pero solucionado al reemplazarlo con otro mas grueso y largo, claro que hay que cortar y anudar con el nuevo cordon, lo cual incluso perjudica la garantia de retorno.
Espero usarlo en Kauai este verano, ya que vamos a rentar un kayak por alla, y probar este windpaddle.
El precio que encontre en amazon es el mejor que hay, pero igual considero que si el precio fuera menor, veriamos muchos windpaddles por todos lados.
Pros: util, practico, no pesa, faicil de instalar y desplegar.
Cpns: poco caro, cordon para agarrar demasiado delgado, dificil de cerrar al principio,

Muy contento con la compra!!!
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Sam Juan Gandy
3.0 out of 5 stars I think this will be a good investment and there will be a time I can ...
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2015
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Only got to try a few times; it is very difficult to paddle and sail at the same time; by that I mean to steer and control the sail. In the future I may use my big boat with a rudder and I can just concentrate on sailing. I think this will be a good investment and there will be a time I can sail for miles. Pretty fun when you do get going!!!
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W. Brunner
4.0 out of 5 stars Nicely made, the stow bag no longer provided........
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2013
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I bought this to try on a 15' Feathercraft Big Kahuna Kayak. Turns out, it was much more a hand full than I had expected and very cumbersome when the wind was uncooperative.

I got socked in the nose first time I released it from the deck and found it nearly impossible to fold back up properly.

The wind was terribly lacking when needed the day of testing, but probably would be my sail of choice when both our kayaks are strapped together for sailing.

As it is, I am returning this and keeping the next size smaller for ease of use and safety reasons.

Watch the You Tube videos and call the manufacturer if you too feel this would be a safer product with a stow bag included, as it was originally.
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Gina Gulinska
5.0 out of 5 stars very good invention
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2013
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We absolutely love it. It is fantastic on lakes....often we have to paddle only one way. The speed varies, depending on a wind. We have a tandem kayak, so one person can devote the hands to the sail. ( Some type of gloves is recommended) Yes it can be mounted to brackets on kayak's sides but often the wind is not steady enough and most of the time some turning of sail is needed.
It is also a nice topic of conversation with other kayakers
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MLS
5.0 out of 5 stars We bought this sail for our canoe, and it ...
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2016
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We bought this sail for our canoe, and it is a blast. Only really works running down wind, which is probably a function of the canoe design. Tricky to fold up, takes some practice
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canoe guy
5.0 out of 5 stars FUN Practice folding like the directions say
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2014
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FUN Practice folding like the directions say. First in your living room, then sit in the kayak on dry land and practice more.
On the water it's a blast with a 10mph wind. I should've gotten the next size smaller, but this one hasn't pulled me over yet!
Only bad thing, you need to paddle upwind to go down wind. Go downwind first and you'll be aqmazed how far you have to paddle back:(
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Canoeman
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome product! Canoeists beware
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2015
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Awesome product! Canoeists beware: Device does not solo well. One can't effectively sail and steer at the same time. But when used in the bow of a tandem rig, while the stern steers, it is very fun!
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