During high wind, He should open only half sail to prevent surprise gust wind can flip the kayak. It is too risky with full sail open like that

did you break the mast when you flip over? I've been wondering how well these fiberglass rod handle the stress of a flip and roll.

I've gotten it past 6mph in certain conditions but 4-6mph has been the average cruising speed for me.

I can do upwards to 4-mph with paddles. I would think wind speed and water conditions have significant impact

Thanks Naomi! I don't know much about your 2007 model so I'm afraid I don't have any tips to share. With the sailing experience you already have I think you'll do great finding a way to make everything work. Sailing a kayak is slower than a purpose-built sail boat but it brings along its own element of fun with it. Best of luck and enjoy your time out there!

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@@bennettcasey4895 It will not fit the passport models.

I don't know much about the passport. I'm sure there are some good reviews out there that cover the differences though. As far as outriggers are concerned, I decided to try out the sail kit without them and then add them later if I felt I needed them. At this point, I won't be getting them as I feel I already have enough stability for the conditions I'll be in. I think this comes down to personal preference as some people might feel more comfortable with the outriggers.

@@joshnicolet524 thank you.

Hey David, I have the Hobie sail kit, Hobie Furler kit, a small block (pulley) on the rear and a cleat to hold the sail in place to give my hand a rest. I've been really happy with this set up.

I highly recommend it. I think Hobie did a great job with their kit and I have no reason to switch to anything else. I had thought about trying my first season without the furler kit but I'm glad I got it right away. I followed Hobie's installation video very carefully and I had no problems when using it last season.

Hey Joan, I bought the block on Amazon. You could probably make a bunch of different blocks work just as well but here's the one I went with. I think the cleat was just an extra I had, not sure what it is but again, I think you could make a number of things work fine: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002NSSCF2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Love passive aggressive replies like yours.

@@inikolov not sure I understand? The furler device will make a huge difference and make it much easier to sail. You can make one for about $4 out of PVC. I loved sailing my Outback and soon after had no choice but to step up to an AI. It’s addicting!!

@@grantdelorenzo517 I am saying, you mention that it is simple device but post no link, give no instructions. It sounds to me like - meh you idiots figure it out, I am good.

@@grantdelorenzo517 Can you post some pictures to show what you have made to work?

Here’s one with instructions. Main thing is a furling device and then having the sail line come back at you so that you can control the tension.

Just curious, do you remember what wind speed you were in?

Instablaster.

Thanks! I've posted a few more recent videos on larger water/heavier winds and found out that as long as you're leaning properly, the 2019 Outback seems unlikely to flip (in my experience at least). If the wind gets too strong, the sail/bow tries to pull itself into facing the wind which takes the pressure off the sail. When this happens, the rudder is overwhelmed and starts to slide sideways through the water until the sail pressure is reduced and the rudder can steer the boat again. If the rudder was larger, it would probably keep tracking straight and eventually flip. This seems to happen at around 5.5mph which is fast enough for me. I love having the sail for fishing, it's fun and it can get you to further fishing locations with no effort.

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the comment! It's a lot of fun sailing a small kayak as you know. Enjoy yourself out there!