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Author: | ddrury [ Sat May 15, 2010 9:11 pm ] |
Post subject: | wrong sail kit |
Hello After much anticipation and a long wait, I just received my sail kit for my i14T. Unfortunately, once I was at the lake, I realized that there were no stays included in the kit -- only a two part mast with a bungee-like oval cord near the base, the sail, the mainsheet and the sail kit packing "sleeve". Despite the invoice of my order stating that this was the i9/12/14 sailing kit, I think I received the regular mirage sailing kit by error? What are the differences between the two kits so that I can defend my situation, if need be, with the seller? It would be a lot of help if Hobie would provide a video or more explanation than just one sheet with a rough drawing. I had no way of knowing, from the instructions included, why the sail kit I received was not working with my boat. From a happy pedaler & paddler but disappointed sailor (until the receive the correct sail kit). Donna Drury |
Author: | mmiller [ Sun May 16, 2010 8:18 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: wrong sail kit |
That is the big difference between the sail kits. The "i" version has the stays which attach to a sewn on loop 3/4 up the mast. |
Author: | Roadrunner [ Sun May 16, 2010 11:07 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: wrong sail kit |
I believe the mast is shorter on the "i" series as well and is a 3 or 4 part fold for compactness traveling. So both mast and sail are both different -- they can't just substitute the sail. |
Author: | md11hog [ Mon May 24, 2010 6:11 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: wrong sail kit |
Hopefully the seller swap it out for you. If not, I converted my outback sail to fit my i12. I had someone at an embroidary shop sew on the loop using some strap material. |
Author: | ddrury [ Mon May 24, 2010 5:56 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: wrong sail kit |
Thank you for your responses. I am happy to say that Austin Kayak (the internet wholesaler whom I bought the sails from) acknowledged their error and have sent me the correct sails, along with an apology (which is appreciated) ! I can't wait to try out the sailing experience. I am loving the pedaling & paddling! |
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