Matt, that's why I liked the CLC trimaran concept, stability on all courses and windward ability (lee-board fitted to the crossbeams).

Now, I know how to do several types of eskimo rolls, so I prefer a traditional kayak. Sit on tops have not taken off up here yet (untraditional, and quite cold water/weather as you note). I have also yet to see a MirageDrive, but I look forward to see one someday. Perhaps you should make Hobie Cat Norway (Per Hansen-Tangen) do a promotion tour on the west coast