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Welcome to our store  Item added to your cart WindRider 16 TrimaranCouldn't load pickup availability WindRider 16 Trimaran: The sleek little WindRider for sporty, simplistic sailing. It's so easy to rig up a WindRider 16 that anyone can do it in 20 minutes or less. The carbon fiber mast weighs 22 pounds and just like that, you can be on the water for a solo sail or treating friends to the thrill of armchair sailing. · Comfortably carries one person in the cockpit plus 2 on the trampolines · Simple to sail and easy to learn · Nearly impossible to capsize Purchase includes 3-section carbon fiber mast for added performance; a matching, tall, batten-less sail; 2 trampolines (one for each side of the hull); soft cockpit cover; plus all rigging and control lines. Additional options include spray diverter, windshield, heavy weather cockpit cover and aluminum trailer. The WindRider 16 gives you these standard WindRider features: Sporty styling that turns heads Hands-free, foot pedal steering A single control line Near-indestructibility Nearly impossible to capsize *New for 2013: Fixed shipping of $850.00 for Continental US only! *This price is valid with or without a trailer. Specifications: | Length | 16'7" / 5.1 m | | Beam | 12' / 3.7 m | | Weight | 250 lbs. / 113.6 kg | | Total Sail Area | 93 sq. ft. / 8.6 m | | Draft | 16" / 41 cm | | Capacity | 500 lbs. / 227 kg | | Designer | Jim Brown | | Introduced | 1995 | Check out this video of the WindRider 16Story of WindRider 16 and WindRider 17 as told by Jim Brown. Subscribe to our emailsBe the first to know about new collections and exclusive offers. - Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.
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Free Shipping in the US on Orders $70+  Item added to your cartComparing the windrider 17 to the weta trimaran, comparing the weta trimaran to the windrider 17 trimaran. We frequently get asked how the WindRider 17 compares to Weta Trimaran, so we decided to make this page to explain how they are similar and dissimilar. We also want to give some of the positives of each boat Similarities:1. Both day sailors 2. Both small trimarans (very stable) That is where the similarities between the two boats end. The WindRider 17 was designed to be a pleasure sailor for anyone to use, whereas the Weta was designed to be a racing sailboat that that was more stable than a small catamaran. WindRider 17:1. Rotomolded. This allows the WindRider 17 Trimaran to be used anywhere, anyhow without concern of damaging the hull. 2. Capacity. The WindRider 17 can carry up to 6 people, while Weta is limited to 3. 4. Dryer boat. The trampoline design and bow design ensure that the waves break beneath you, not on you. No need for a dry suit to sail this trimaran. 5. Motor mount option. While heretical to some, a motor can be a godsend when the winds die, when a storm is coming or when the current and wind and everything else are working against you. 6. Versatility. The WindRider 17 has more options, more cargo space, so choose the type of sailing you want to do. Then do it. 7. Price. The base price of the WindRider trimaran is less than that of the Weta. Weta Trimaran:1. One class design. Weta has a strong base of racing fleets across the world for those people interested in racing trimarans. If you are looking to race, and looking for a small trimaran, this is a great option. 2. Carbon fiber. The use of carbon fiber for the mast and akas helps lighten the boat. 3. Very compact design. When disassembled, the boat is only 14ft long and 5.5ft wide. This makes it great for people that have very little area for storage. 4. Speed. With 3 sails standard the Weta will be faster on the water than the WindRider. If you are looking for a boat to race, then the Weta is the better option. However, if you just want more versatility at a lower price point, then the WindRider is your best option. - Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.
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| Three models are available: the Windrider 16, Windrider 17, and Windrider Rave.
| The trimaran, designed by Jim Brown and built by Wilderness Systems in High Point, NC, is one of the most exciting new sailboats to enter the market in years. These multi-hull, user-friendly boats introduce the beginning sailor to the sport in a way never before possible. With the Windrider's extreme stablilty (almost untippable), security, and basic controls, even the new sailor will be sailing swiftly and competently sooner than they could have imagined. Experienced sailors find a fast maneuverable multi-hull that provides a unique sailing experience. The Windrider's light weight, slender lines, and wave-piercing hull design allow it to turn wind thrust into acceleration and forward movement. The wave-piercing hull allows for remarkable cruising speeds as it "knifes" through waves. The Windrider's rotomolded polyethylene body weighs only 230 pounds, and it breaks down into three manageable hulls for transport and storage. The unassembled Windrider fits easily on the top of a car, and it's a snap to assemble. |
| The new trimaran was also designed by Jim Brown and extends the concept of the WR16. The mast is rotating and the mainsail is fully battened for added efficiency. An optional jib adds even more power and control. The versatile WR17 is capable of long distance cruising with one or two persons, or just sailing around the bay with three people sitting comfortably in the two protected cockpits, and two others stretched out on the trampolines. Maximum capacity is 800 lbs. Most owners will want the optional trailer and jib. |
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The is the fruit of years of research and development by designer Sam Bradfield, and the production and marketing team at Wildnerness Systems. Like the Windrider, the Rave is a trimaran using rotomolded polyethylene hulls, but unlike the Windrider, the Rave rides on three retractable hydrofoils. The basic sailplan is a boomless mainsail and jib, which can drive the boat at speeds up to 40 mph in 15 to 18 knots of breeze. A bowsprit and screacher can be added for more performance if desired and to boost performance in light air. The Rave is sailed by only one person but can carry up to two persons seated comfortably in central kayak-style cockpits. Deploy the hydrofoils and liftoff occurs at 8 to 12 knots of true wind speed, depending on crew weight. The boat then accelerates rapidly and all conventional sailboats are left far behind. The optional trailer and/or beach dolly are highly recommended. | For more information, check out the Windrider web site . | | | | | 
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The WindRider 17, an exhilarating ride perfect for families or camper sailors, has been known to reach speeds of up to 20mph. This easy day sailor goes from trailer to sailing in under 30 minutes and is sure to fit in perfectly with whatever adventures you have planned. At a glance: Models: WR 16, 17, Tango, Rave V.
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The most versatile sailboat in the WindRider Trimaran clan, the WindRider 17 has features to please just about everybody. With the affordability of this boat we are bringing the joy and pleasure of sailing high-quality boats to as many people as possible. We bring outstanding quality for the price. The boat is easy to sail and operate.
Opens in a new window. WindRider 16 Trimaran: The sleek little WindRider for sporty, simplistic sailing. It's so easy to rig up a WindRider 16 that anyone can do it in 20 minutes or less. The carbon fiber mast weighs 22 pounds and just like that, you can be on the water for a solo sail or treating friends to the thrill of armchair sailin.
The WindRider 17 was designed to be a pleasure sailor for anyone to use, whereas the Weta was designed to be a racing sailboat that that was more stable than a small catamaran. Positives: WindRider 17: 1. Rotomolded. This allows the WindRider 17 Trimaran to be used anywhere, anyhow without concern of damaging the hull. 2. Capacity.
The Windrider 16 trimaran, designed by Jim Brown and built by Wilderness Systems in High Point, NC, is one of the most exciting new sailboats to enter the market in years. These multi-hull, user-friendly boats introduce the beginning sailor to the sport in a way never before possible. With the Windrider’s extreme stablilty (almost untippable ...
The Windrider 16 trimaran, designed by Jim Brown and built by Wilderness Systems in High Point, NC, is one of the most exciting new sailboats to enter the market in years. These multi-hull, user-friendly boats introduce the beginning sailor to the sport in a way never before possible. With the Windrider's extreme stablilty (almost untippable ...
A boat with a BN of 1.6 or greater is a boat that will be reefed often in offshore cruising. Derek Harvey, “Multihulls for Cruising and Racing”, International Marine, Camden, Maine, 1991, states that a BN of 1 is generally accepted as the dividing line between so-called slow and fast multihulls.
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