8 Performance

The Walker Bay 8 Performance Sail Kit increases the sailing performance of the Walker Bay 8. This rig comes with high end rigging features like the adjustable retractable tiller extension and a 3-position composite kick-up rudder while still being easy to rig or breakdown and store. It is perfect for those who want more performance while still keeping it easy.

Features Overview

  • High visibility color sail
  • 39 sq ft/3.6 sq m sail with 3 ounce Dacron sail cloth
  • 14'8"/ 4.47 m mast collapses into two sections for easy transport or storage.
  • Clear sail window for better visibility
  • Spars (mast and boom) constructed of anodized aluminum to resist corrosion
  • Conventional 6.5 ft boom optimizes upwind and downwind performance
  • Instantly adjustable on/off ratchet block for easy mainsheet handling
  • Retractable telescoping tiller extension
  • Fully retractable aluminum kick-up rudder
  • Easy Quick Release button to attach/ detach rudder (on motor mount)
  • Quick insertable daggerboard (cap also provided for when daggerboard not in use)
  • Lightweight aluminum centerboard (cap also provided for when daggerboard not in use)
  • Flotation bag for added buoyancy (coast guard certified flotation also in seats)
  • Reinforced mast support tube
  • Boom vang with floating cleat

Extras

  • Sail Area: 39 sq. ft. / 3.6 sq. m
  • Mast Height: 14'8" / 4.47m

Model Specifications

Sail Area Mast Height Draft w/ keel Draft w/o keel
   
8 Performance 39sq ft/3.6sq m 14'8"/4.47m 35"/88cm 7"/18cm  

Sailing Performance Info

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