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| Author: | Marty8340 [ Thu Jul 22, 2010 9:03 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Sitnsale Wings for hobie 16 |
Does anyone have an opinion on these aftermarket wings for the 16 foot, they are $1000 bones, are they worth it Marty |
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| Author: | Skipshot [ Fri Jul 23, 2010 2:03 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sitnsale Wings for hobie 16 |
I got them on my 16 because my father-in-law is getting old and creaky but still enjoys sailing it. Once you get used to them the wings are fun and comfortable. I'd say the quality is pretty good, they are light, easy to install and remove, and the web site's claims are accurate. As for the cost to value ratio, well. . . that's for you to decide. If you sail frequently enough, like to take it easy once in a while, and/or have unskilled passengers aboard then give them serious consideration. Also, they are priced about the same as wings for the Getaway. |
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| Author: | Marty8340 [ Fri Jul 23, 2010 4:19 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sitnsale Wings for hobie 16 |
Do the edges pose any sharpness issues? They appear to be on the sharp side. As far as the cost goes I think they are in line with all sailing prodcts...... the windisfre Maty |
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| Author: | Skipshot [ Fri Jul 23, 2010 6:38 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sitnsale Wings for hobie 16 |
The edges are rounded and there is nothing sharp. I really don't have anything to complain about the wings design. They work as intended and are not oversold. The owners were responsive and delivery was prompt. |
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| Author: | Marty8340 [ Sat Jul 24, 2010 9:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sitnsale Wings for hobie 16 |
I will order on Monday and send in my feedback upon installing and using. Marty |
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| Author: | Marty8340 [ Wed Jul 28, 2010 12:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sitnsale Wings for hobie 16 |
Suppose you flip your hobie in the middle of the lake, is it difficult to get back on with the wings blocking the sides? |
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| Author: | Skipshot [ Wed Jul 28, 2010 1:19 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sitnsale Wings for hobie 16 |
I climb on the boat from the front cross beam and between the hulls, so the wings aren't an issue. |
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