2014 NeilPryde Sail Collection

Introducing the 2014 NeilPryde sail range. With 14 sails in the range they offer a complete lineup for what ever you style is! Here’s the press release from NeilPryde, we’ll bring you a complete run down on the lineup soon!

Every day we set out to build sails that are better than any that have come before them. We evolve, tinker, test, question without compromise. In the end, we inevitably end up with something that is bigger than the sum of its parts. A NeilPryde feeling – where you just know when it’s right.

Introducing the 2014 range, the next step in our journey to sailing perfection. We took the Forceline Panel idea from 2013 and evolved it into something bigger and better – a full sail concept where loads are dynamically controlled using advanced materials that do away with unnecessary panels and seams. The 2014 sails are built for one thing and one thing only – performance.

Variable density yarns built into the materials allowed us to follow loads and reinforce the sail where it needs it most. Segmented luff panels in freeride sails follow loads to support significant downhaul tensions. On wave sails, the fully integrated Forceline Frame radiates from tack to clew and follows the leech into the head, holding the sail’s shape and creating a shield that can support the high loads experienced in these areas.

We call it precision crafted performance.

Dear water, apologies in advance.

2014 Gaastra Wave and Freestyle Range

The 2014 Gaastra wave and freestyle range is now here, with 5 new sails. The Manic, Poision and Iq make up the 3 wave sails for all around, power, and new school wave respectively. The Pure for dedicated freestyle and the Cross, a crossover sail complete the lineup.

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2014 Gaastra Overall

Check out this teaser clip of the 2014 Gaastra sails range, wave, freestyle, freeride, slalom, race, or kids, they’ve got you covered!

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MauiSails 5 Battern (The Legend & GhostXT) vs 4 Batten (Mutant)

Most major brands have 4 and 5 batten wavesails, but what’s the difference, and which is the right choice for your quiver?

MauiSails sail designer Arthur Szpunar takes a look at MauiSail 2 distinct styles of sideshore wave sails. We have our moderate-low aspect ratio, 5 batten Legend and Ghost lines and the super-low aspect ratio 4 batten Mutant.

5 Batten
The Legend and Ghost both share a classic, neutral feel with a more forward oriented draft. The 5 batten skeleton gives a slightly stiffer and more locked profile compared to a 4 batten. The Legend and Ghost’s balanced, efficient outlines smooth out gusty conditions and allow for easy handling whether slicing up wave faces or blasting in windy bump and jump conditions. Our classic 5 batten outlines versatile nature and smooth character helps them maintain a place in the hearts of many as proven performers.

4 Batten
The Mutants greatest advantage is in maneuverability both on the wave and in the air. The ultra-low aspect ratio, combined with our unique shaping techniques makes the mutant an amazing combination of easily accessible power and acceleration together with incredible mobility in 3D space. The significant power advantage allows the Mutant to be sailed approximately .3 m2 smaller than traditional. The low aspect ratio is especially suitable to the 4 batten outline as it brings the battens closer together as well as lowering the center of effort down, close to the riders body. These factors, combined with our highly refined skin tension give the Mutant excellent wind range and control while maintaining a soft breathable feel. The Mutant provides the magic combination of instant acceleration and drive with radical maneuverability that is necessary for the most progressive modern wave style.

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