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Frequently Asked Questions
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Why does your kayak have wings?
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Little Wing's design goal was to create a fast and seaworthy kayak. This goal is accomplished by adding wings. The wings stay out of the water when not edging, giving Little Wing a narrow waterline width, but as the boat is edged the wings gradually enter the water providing for increasing stability.
The wings increase the volume in the front and back of the kayak. This causes Little Wing to behave better in rough seas, keeping the kayak on top of the wave instead of diving its bow through the wave. The front wing also pushes splash away from the boat, making for a drier ride.
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What is the purpose of Little Wing's transom?
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Little Wing is one of the few kayaks that has a true transom. The transom gives Little Wing added speed and wave maneuverability. The transom also aids
in aft deck rescues by allowing the aft wings to be pushed farther into the water.
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I've heard that rescues are easier with Little Wing. Why is this?
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Little Wing's unique design, specifically the shape of the back wings and the transom, make rescues easier in Little Wing as compared to most performance sea kayaks. When you lie on the back wing your weight pushes it into the water, thereby increasing the kayak's overall stability and allowing for an easier rescue.
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Are Little Wing's hatches watertight?
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Little Wing's hatches are indeed watertight. We use a rubber gasket on the deck and a rubber gasket on the bottom of the hatch to create a rubber to rubber seal. This rubber to rubber seal is far superior to a rubber to deck seal. All of our hatches use three straps to push the gaskets together to create the watertight seal.
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Can you edge and roll Little Wing?
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Yes! Little Wing rolls like any other touring kayak and her moderate primary stability coupled with her high secondary stability makes edging easy.
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How is Little Wing at edge turning?
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Little Wing makes edge turning easy. Unlike traditional kayaks, Little Wing's winged shape allows you to securely hold a high degree edge.
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Can I add custom graphics to my kayak?
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Because Little Wing's are painted and visually seamless you can add graphics
that would not be possible on gel coated and seamed kayaks. We work with a graphics designer that can create any design you desire. We would be happy to provide you with a quote.
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Do you offer a fishing package?
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Due to Little Wing's unique design, it is one of the few fast kayaks that you can comfortably use for fishing. We have found that each person wants their boat setup slightly different for fishing so we work with each customer to achieve the fishing solution that works best for them. We will do this for the cost of the fishing parts and a small installation fee.
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Do you offer a sailing kit for Little Wing?
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We currently do not offer a sailing kit with Little Wing, but we would be happy to install, free of charge, mounting points for a commercial sailing kit if you mail the kit to us before we begin construction of your boat.
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How can I place an order?
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We are currently taking orders by phone and at our headquarters in Salem, MA.
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What forms of payment do you accept?
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We currently accept Visa, MasterCard, and personal checks.
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Is there a deposit?
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We require a $2,000 USD refundable deposit per kayak. The full balance must be paid before the kayak(s) are shipped.
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Can I cancel my kayak order?
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Yes. You may cancel you order any time before we start to build your kayak and we will refund your deposit.
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Where will you ship Little Wing?
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We ship Little Wings all over the world. Please call for a quote.
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What if my kayak is damaged during shipping?
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We package our kayaks carefully to ensure that they withstand the rigors of shipping. However, we recommend that you inspect your kayak when it is delivered. Do not sign for the kayak if it is damaged. The shipper will return the damaged kayak and we will repair it or build you a new one. You will not be charged for return shipping or for shipping on the fixed/new kayak.
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What is the warranty on your kayaks?
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We have complete confidence in the craftsmanship of our kayaks and guarantee
our kayaks to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime
of the kayak. If a defect is found, we will replace or fix your kayak free of charge.
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What should I do to maintain my kayak?
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To help maintain Little Wing's finish, we recommend that you wash the salt off with soap and water after ocean paddling. It is best to store Little Wing in a dry place out of the sun.
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