The Raptor 16 Competition and the Raptor 16 Expedition are both light weight, high performance sailing outriggers that are easily carried on the top of a car, quick and easy to assemble and launch, and capable of exceptional performance both under sail and when paddled.

Both models’ performance to windward and stability under sail are the result of the Raptor Dual-lift Foil Truss Assembly™, an ingenious, single-moving-part, manually controlled hydrofoil device for which US and foreign patents are pending. The Raptor Dual-lift Foil Truss Assembly™ keeps the boat level on both tacks, in all wind conditions, and at boat speeds from 2 knots to 20+ knots. It also “lifts” the boat to windward regardless of tack. When reaching in moderate to strong wind conditions, it allows the ama (outrigger hull) to be “flown” above the water, greatly reducing drag. See how it works here.

The Raptor Sidecar™ accessory allows both models to be sailed or paddled with a passenger weighing 135 lbs. or less. The Raptor Sidecar™ can also be used with the Expedition model to supplement the in-hull stowage of camping or fishing gear.

Hydrovisions has available a range of accessories to enhance these boats from paddles to high wind sails.

If you are a competitive sailor looking for a high performance sailboat that tacks and goes to windward like a high performance mono-hull, but reaches like a racing catamaran, the Raptor 16 Competition is for you.

The Raptor 16 Competition is:

• The ultimate in high performance, one-design racing.

• A true one-design sailboat with the sail area-to-displacement ratio of a wind surfer.

• The one-design class for the true sailor athlete, where aerobic fitness is as important as sailing skill. (The Raptor Class Racing Rules allow you to paddle whenever you think you can gain an advantage.)

If you are a recreational sailor looking for an affordable boat that is easy to learn to sail and that can be carried on the top of your car and assembled in a few minutes, the Raptor 16 Competition is for you.

• Carry it on the top of your car and launch it anywhere.

• Store it in your garage.

• Assemble it easily in less than 10 minutes.

• Easy to learn to sail or paddle.

• Cat-like performance without the trapeze

• Unlike cats, easy to right if you capsize

• An introduction to the fun of paddling and sailing at an affordable price.

• Fun for the whole family.

• Teach your kids to sail; coach from the optional Raptor Sidecar™.

• Exhilarating high performance when sailed alone; fast and extremely stable when sailed with a passenger in the Raptor Sidecar™.

If you are a competitive or recreational kayak or canoe paddler looking to try
one-design sailboat racing, the Raptor 16 Competition is for you.

• When paddled, the Raptor outperforms all but the lightest racing kayaks or canoes

• When sailed, it is twice as fast as kayaks fitted with sails or inflatable outriggers.

• It’s as easy to carry and launch as your kayak or canoe.

• Paddle in light air or whenever you want a workout

• Sail when the wind is up.

The Raptor 16 Expedition is made from the same molds as the Competition model but comes with:

• Additional storage compartments in the main hull and ama.

• A roller furling mast step to allow the sail to be rolled up when not in use and to be reefed in high winds, along with the required blocks, cam cleats, and fairleads.

• A special sail without battens and with minimal roach to the leech to make it suitable for roller furling.

Most owners of the Raptor 16 Expedition also order the optional Raptor Sidecar™ accessory which permits the carrying of a passenger or extra camping or fishing equipment beyond what can be carried in the main hull.

If you are an ocean kayak or canoe paddler interested in sail assist but frustrated by the aftermarket sail rigs and outrigger accessories available for your kayak or canoe, the Raptor 16 Expedition may be the boat you are looking for.

• At last! A lightweight paddling canoe that really performs under sail.

• A high performance outrigger paddling canoe and sailboat in one high tech package at a reasonable price.

• As easy to carry and launch as your kayak or canoe.

• Take your camping and fishing gear in the optional Raptor Sidecar™, or take a friend or your dog!

• Go further, and get there in half the time. Makes long trips a “breeze.”

Raptor 16 Expedition being launched at the start of the 300 mile Everglades Challenge.	Raptor 16 Expedition being paddled during the Everglades Challenge. Seventy-five lbs. of camping and survival gear are stowed in dry bags in the Sidecar.