NorthSails windsurf technology s i n c e 1 9 8 1 2 3 N o r t h S a i l s 2012

since 1981 NorthSails Windsurfing 2012

P OWER . X T , SHO X . X TR , SILV ER . HD , i FRONT , P L ATINU M b o o m - the list of revolutionary

components that we have developed in recent years with great success, is almost endless. Now it is
time to focus 100% on our greatest passion - the engine! BACK TO THE SAILS is our challenge for new
browne
sails concepts, innovative profiles, more power, playful handling and significant improvements down to
BRA105
the last detail. And that goes for all sails of the new collection! In particularly we have worked on the
weight, making all sails around 10% lighter without sacrificing durability. Proven also in 2012 through
the unique NorthSails [Link]!

W h at´s n e w ?
2012

The most important new products and innovations at a glance:

new Completely new and completely different: HERO the radical 4 batten wave sail

new ID u l t r a l i g h t the mega light weight Wave Freestyle sail for weight freaks and handling junkies!

new W e i g h t r e d u c e d b at t e n

new 5 0 % l i g h t e r b a t t e n t e n s i o n e r for reduced weight and lower swing weight

new i BU M P ER the most innovative mast protector ever - for more protection and less wear

new No more try and error when setting the correct length of the vario top - the new
SET & GO . V A RIOTO P makes it possible for the first time (S_TYPE, X_TYPE, DUKE, ID, ICE, HERO)!

new w e i g h t - o p t i m i s e d c l e w a r e a on all sails

new R e f i n e d b e n d c u r v e s with even improved strength for all masts through a new,
computerised test machine

[Link]
Back to the sails
The new
Range
2012 -
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why north?

since 1981 Why North?

o n Sa i l s on selected hardware

RED DOT DESIGN A W A RD FOR N o r t h Sa i l s R e s e a r c h & D e v e l o pm e n t We take

NorthSails convinced the jury of the most famous and toughest into account the most diverse windsurfers at the
international design competition with its outstanding and innovative most diverse spots on this planet. Therefore, a
product design of the NorthSails iFRONT. In line with the red dot great number of team riders (individual styles,
award: product design 2009 the NorthSails iFRONT has been different body weights) surf and work in our test
awarded with the high quality seal “red dot” for top design quality and development center on Maui. The island offers
by a top-class manned jury. For 2012 we have further improved our all conceivable conditions a surfer may encounter:
revolutionary and award winning iFRONT with an indestructible flat water, sideshore or onshore, rough wind waves
closing lever. or waves big as a house, beach or reef breaks.
Kai Hopf
Chief sail designer
These are ideal conditions for fiddling and filing in
since 1993 clearly defined work steps as long as it takes, until
DESIGNED A ND ENGINEERED IN GER M A NY extreme prototypes are turned into sensible, serial
While the majority of our competitors develop their products in the production models.
Far East, we still engineer and design all our hardware products in
Germany. Whether it’s for sails or for complex engineering components
such as boom front pieces or the [Link] series and the SHOX. K a i H o p f , our Australian former world cup
XTR-program – we always look for highly experienced and fully qualified winner and the mastermind behind the sails here
engineers to develop functional and high-quality NorthSails products in at North, is one of the most influential sail makers
cooperation with national partners. worldwide. Hopf, who also develops high-grade fin
profiles in his free time, still prefers to spend most
of his time on the water, not only to thoroughly test
Ra n g e s p e c i f i c c o n s t r u c t i o n T h e T e am Never change a winning team! Once again, countless the designs but to also live his passion.
Why North? Take for instance the ‘Wave’ sail; this is opposed top athletes have applied for our team, and we admitted some of the Kai has been the head of sail development here at
to higher forces where as the ‘Freeride’ sail, is best into our big family, for the World Cup Racers are our driving NorthSails for more than 19 years; this is longer than
2012
based more on a logical consequence and down to force and our most important source of innovation. Therefore, we put any other designer for a single sail brand. This kind of
We are not just putting together short-lived marketing individually adjusting the construction according to particular emphasis on continuous communication between them, experience for any company is simply immeasurable
products, but developing sound windsurfing equipment the conditions and sail type. For these particular the engineers and chief designer Kai Hopf. Countless victories and and irreplaceable.
that stays state-of-the-art over several years and is sails’ needs we developed the ‘[Link]. world cup titles (e.g. PWA World Champion Wave and Freestyle 2010) For 2012 Kai Hopf has once again proved he is an
being constantly optimised. The best proof of this is CONSTRUCTION’, which has achieved the ideal confirm our strategy, and are the reward for the hard work and the 100% innovative force by presenting the brand-new HERO
the legendary NorthSails long-term compatibility of mixture of weight and durability. commitment of all those involved. Considering that all those distinctions and ID ultralight sails.
our rig components. This exceptional quality, featured in every ‘NorthSails’ were won exclusively with serial production models, this delivers the
sail, will ensure our sails will last longer than any best proof for the performance of all NorthSails products.
T h e q u a l i t y Especially over long periods of time, the performance other on the market. And to back this up we have a
of a sail relies on the quality. Here at ‘North’, it is evident that long-term unique [Link], something you won’t find
quality AND performance are our main objectives. So it is not a surprise anywhere else. U n i q u e f e a t u r e s There can be no victories without
that the majority of surf centres worldwide have chosen our brand. For performance. Therefore, we primarily focus on sail performance. The
over 10 years we worked closely with our partners ‘Club Mistral, Fanatic decisive factor is not only the high-grade profiles, but in particular the
Boarder Centre, VDWS and Planet Allsport’. With the kind of perseverance INNO V A TION FOLLOWS FUNCTION details typical of NorthSails, for performance has a lot to do with the
and expertise that people behind these brands brought to the table, we No matter what we develop or test, we always put ideal trim. To allow everyone to mobilize the maximum sail power, we‘ve
were, over time able to ruthlessly expose and gradually resolve many function over innovation. Of course new ideas are introduced „trimming tools“ such as, the unbeatable VTS, which shows
quality deficiencies. The outcome of such teamwork and dedication good, but they only make sense when they offer exactly the point where the perfect downhaul tension is reached. Or the
resulted in developments such as the ‘[Link]’ real benefits. At NorthSails we’re 100% practice- practical HTS for the best possible harness line positioning right at the
(two seams instead of one!), [Link] (Seam Protection), DURA. oriented. By keeping prototype construction close to beach. Or the easy-to-use scale for the correct boom height. Or, or, or,...
[Link], (situated in the luff-boom area) and not forgetting of course our main production site and reducing the chance it isn’t a coincidence that NorthSails is considered the feature world
the [Link]. Nevertheless, we have managed to save of human errors, final-finish quality is held as a champion among sail brands.
around 10% on all sail weights for 2012 – not through thinner, weaker critical factor. Still being ahead of the game is
fabrics or less solid build quality, but with new components, lighter batten important for us, so for 2012 we already have some
tensioner and reduced batten profiles with lower weight. revolutionary innovations and inventions especially
on the sails.

* To secure the extended warranty claims please register within 60 days under
[Link]/fre/warranties/register
Otherwise just the legal warranty period can be granted!
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TEAM

since 1981 international Team 2012

E42 VO1 BRA105 F71
Victor Fernández josé “gollito“ Marcilio Browne cyril moussilmani
PWA WAVE WORLD CHAMPION estredo “Brawzinho“ represents the new
2010 the world’s best new school wave hero generation of future
PWA WAVE VICE WORLD freestyler and youngest PWA Freestyle Vice World slalom champions
CHAMPION 2008 World Cup champion ever Champion 2008 3rd PWA World
PWA freestyle world PWA freestyle world Championships 2010
champion 2006 & 2008 & champion 2007
2009 & 2010

ISV11 G2 DEN-111 ITA120

jimmy diaz André Paskowski Jesper patrik diethelm
PWA president European Freestyle Vesterstrom Defi Wind Winner 2011
3rd PWA Slalom Korea champion EFPT Probably the fastest guy pwa racer and record
2010 2006 & 2007 between New Yorks’ holder for speed
catwalks and Australia’s production boards
beaches ISAF PRODUCTION BOARD
CHAMPION 2006

K66 G103 V26 E95

nik baker Moritz Marius Yoli de Brendt alessio stillrich
English wave legend Mauch PWA VICE WORLD CHAMPION the next generation
Gran Canaria’s hot shot FREESTYLE 2010 from Gran Canaria

K-20 USA52 FRA-14 GER-88

Max Rowe zane schweitzer Pierre Mortefon Gunnar Asmussen
New School Freestyler son of Hookipa legend Defi Wind Winner 2010 Slalom Champion
from UK Matt Schweitzer Germany 2010

E19 SUI4 SA77 FRA111

paulo dos reis laure treboux peter slate alice arutkin
Formula World vice Freestyle Shooting Star, one of the most French shooting star
champion 2010 and Top PWA Freestyle & Wave experienced testers in Slalom, Formula and
Formula Champion rider worldwide with over 20 Wave
South America 2010 & 2011 years of experience
Formula American
Champion 2011

ARG-3 USA333
Gonzalo Costa connor baxter
Hoevel the future Maui watermen
Formula and Slalom
expert from Argentina
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HERO
B ro w n e
BRA105
Hookipa
Maui, Hawaii
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ID
Fernández
E42
Hookipa
Maui, Hawaii

ID
Estredo
V01
dahab
Egypt
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ICE
Baxter
USA333
Jaws, Maui
Hawaii
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DUKE
e s t re d o
V01
Dahab
Egypt

DUKE
Trebo u x
S UI 4
Dahab
Egypt
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DRIVE. GROM
K ID

dahab
egypt

NATURAL CURVE
B R E NDT B R E NDT
V26 V26
dahab dahab
egypt egypt
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S_TYPE
E ST R E D O
V01
dahab
egypt

S_TYPE X_TYPE
BAKER t rebo u x
K66 S UI 4
dahab dahab
egypt egypt
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RAM F12
B a ker
K66
dahab
egypt

WARPF2011
Mortefon FRA14
MOUSSILMANI F71

marseille
france
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Sails

since 1981 guided by colour

Finding the right sail has never been easier!
1 . S e l e c t y o u r p e r s o na l cat e g o r y
2 . W i t h i n t h e cat e g o r y y o u t h e n ha v e 2 t o max . 4 s a i l s t o ch o o s e fr o m

ESTREDO
v01
WARP F2011 RACI N G
RAM F12 Meanwhile, World Cup slalom, racing, and formula have reached such an unimaginably high level that
only top-class pilots can compete. Accordingly, the demands on the material leave no room for compro-
mise. And rightly so, since these riders don‘t stand a chance without crème-de-la-crème equipment.
This explains why we permanently develop, modify, test, and optimize even the tiniest detail, always in
search of improvements, of the smallest pinch of extra performance, the maximum of what is currently
possible. Only the ultimate solution will deliver the fastest equipment, ensuring our edge over the com-
petition.

M a s t r e c o mm e nda t i o n :
WARP F2011: PLATINUM
RAM F12: PLATINUM, GOLD

s_type P ER F O R M A N CE
X_type There is no magazine issue without reports on speed events, on the new lust for speed, and the revival
of slalom racing. Those who’ve tracked their high speeds and the miles covered on the display of a
GPS device, or have felt that special tingle on brutally fast downwind courses will know what this is all
NorthSails windsurf technology s i n c e 1 9 8 1 about. So it’s no surprise that the once most popular windsurfing style is on its way to becoming the
number one again. And this is happening at almost every spot, since riding at full throttle is possible
everywhere.

M a s t r e c o mm e nda t i o n :
PLATINUM, GOLD, SILVER (Minimum carbon content: 55%)

Natural CR O S S O VER
Curve Above all, windsurfing must mean one thing: Fun! Always and everywhere! This is what Crossover sails
Drive Grom were invented for. They will let you do what you want, the way you want it. Whether full-throttle turns or
tricks: your style counts, both at land and at sea.

M a s t r e c o mm e nda t i o n :
PLATINUM, GOLD, SILVER, RED (Minimum carbon content: 35%)

Duke F r e e s t y l e < > Wav e

Id Freestyle and big wave riding still remain the most spectacular disciplines – the first on flat water, the
Ice/ice Hd second on waves high as a house. In between, there is a new generation of windsurfers celebrating radical
hero Freestyle moves on waves. Classic wave riding is enriched with extremely difficult manoeuvres, and the
thrust of the wave propels Freestyle into a new dimension.

M a s t r e c o mm e nda t i o n :
PLATINUM, GOLD, SILVER (Minimum carbon content: 55%)

For tips, tricks and information on the fastest and best ways for rigging and fine-tuning click here:
[Link]/fre/nodes/display/gallery_containers/video-galleries
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wo r l d c up
Racing

WARP F2011 2012

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05

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Mortefon
FRA14
MOUSSILMANI
F71

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W O RLD C U P RACI N G S tat e m e n t

WARP F2011 WARP F2011

The name alone raises goose bumps among racers: WARP F2011. At C Y R IL M OUSSIL M A N I O N T H E N E W W A R P :
first sight it seams almost impossible to improve this uncompromi- „Last year‘s WARP was a revolution regarding its
sing high-end performance machine. Together with the World Cup superfast acceleration, an attribute that is for sure
race team, designer Kai Hopf was relentless in his search for the the essential factor for winning races. The Instant. d e ta i l s
little details making a top performer into an unbeatable machine. Rotation concept, NorthSails has developed for 2011
WARP F2011
K EY F e at u r e s
Therefore Kai has combined the best components and design features is definitely the next step (...) and it works perfectly.
WARP F2011
of the highly successful predecessor with brand-new ingredients. As The whole sail is rotating even faster now and the As maximum propulsion is the major priority for every racer the
a result the WARP F2011 generates even more power, accelerates result is better acceleration after jibing and there- WARP F2011 comes with a moderate cut-in clew only. Although a 01 NEW: [Link] Reduced “blow-out”-
faster out of the jibe and again has lost weight. fore a lot more performance. I currently don‘t know larger cutout would result in more comfort when the cross batten effect for increased power and direct acceleration
what to improve next year, as it feels outstanding! becomes more flexible. But unfortunately this also reduces the power
But I am sure, we‘ll find some details again!“ for acceleration. With the new [Link] Kai Hopf 02 NEW: [Link] Much faster acceleration after
reduces the flex to help converting wind more directly into forward shifting through [Link] and modified batten profiles
c o lo r s motion. By a redistribution and adaptation of the profile he can also
reduce the acceleration phase up to reach v-max. This means that 03 Continued weight reduction due to minimalized MINI.
WARP F2011
the new WARP needs even less time from getting going up to top PROTECTOR and super light iROCKET batten tensioners
speed.
04 [Link] improves rotation,
Reaching top speed is one thing but keeping it up is another thing. A control and acceleration
key factor is how quickly the sail rotates and therefore how quickly
the profile is available again to get you going. In other words, the 05 [Link] allows for individual tuning increasing the
faster the sail shifts, the faster is starts to accelerate again. One range of use
of the secrets of the WARP is our [Link], which makes it the
easiest rotating race sail on the market. In addition for 2011, Kai Hopf For further features see page 32-35
has developed a special profile for the cross batten that supports the
profile shifting quicker.

Topic Weight: savings in the boom- and clew area and the use of the SIzes
new [Link] as well as a lighter [Link] result in a
White- WARP F2011
[Link] significantly reduced overall weight. This also speeds up the shifting,
which improves the performance in particularly of the larger sizes. 5.2 5.7 6.3 7.0 7.8 8.6 9.3 10.0 11.0 12.0
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s l a lom

Ram F12
2012

COSTA HOEVEL
ARG3

05

06

02

01

S LAL O M
RAM F12

Take the World Cup winning machine WARP 2011, remove one camber
and slightly reduce the width of the mast sleeve - and you arrive at the
brand new F12 RAM - nearly! In fact, of course, all the details were
exactly matched to the range of use to combine the extreme racing
characteristics with an incredibly tame handling. Still the RAM F12 K EY F e at u r e s
remains a mercilessly fast race sail. Through an increased profile
RAM F12
depth in the boom- and foot area the acceleration power and v-max
over the whole wind range is again improved. 01 New: iBUMPER, the most advanced and effective moulded
mast protector

d e ta i l s 02 New: increased power through increased pre-shaping in

the boom and foot area
RAM F12

7 battens, a narrower mast sleeve and the reduced weight make 03 Lower aspect ratio makes for increased acceleration
c o lo r s the RAM F12 far less physical to handle than the WARP F2011. The after start and jibing
[Link] supports this concept decisively.
RAM F12
Instead of just using one kind of shaping for the complete sail (sail 04 [Link] improves rotation,
body and mast sleeve), Kai worked with 2 separate 3-D profiles control and acceleration
for the sail body and mast sleeve. The wind range has improved
drastically by an impressive 25%. 05 [Link] allows for individual tuning increasing
the range of use
Additionally the [Link] lends further positive range of
use. The secret of the [Link] lies with horizontally placed 06 [Link] - the first hard camber that rotates like a
clew eyelets. The outer clew position provides more power and direct soft cam
feeling, while the inner position lends superior control and a softer
sensation. For further features see page 32-35

The [Link], super stiff [Link] and the wide and conical AERO.
SLEEVE mast sleeve design features, lead the new RAM F12 to SIzes
white- white- breathtaking top end speeds for both GPS and competition pilots. A
[Link]- [Link]- RAM F12
[Link]- [Link]- missile of this caliber has never been so easy to use and is the secret
[Link] [Link]
to it’s success. . 5.2 5.7 6.3 7.0 7.8 8.6 9.3
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S_Type 2012

estredo
V01

05

02

01

PERFORMANCE [Link]
S_TYPE 2012

The S_TYPE is one of our most successful sails in all international

magazine tests and is considered as THE reference in this class.
For 2012, Kai Hopf has remarkably improved the low end
acceleration performance through a reworked profile distribution.
Unchanged remains the compact shape with a slightly longer
[Link] similar to the highly successful WARP F2011.
K EY F e at u r e s
d e ta i l s S_TYPE 2012

01 New: iBUMPER, the most advanced and effective moulded

S_TYPE 2012
mast protector
Better than any other freerace sail the new S_TYPE combines
acceleration with impressive performance and plenty of speed - 02 New: increased power through increased pre-shaping in
without compromising rig steering and handling! the boom and foot area

One can immediately feel that this sail incorporates not only all our 03 Lower aspect ratio makes for increased acceleration
c o lo r s experience from the NorthSails racing range, but also the power after start and jibing
and the latest features of the RAM F12. It‘s fascinating too that
S_TYPE 2012
the S_TYPE has gained functionality and is now even more suitable 04 [Link]: one mast (460-25) fits all
for a larger range of board types. This is mainly due to the familiar sizes
[Link] allowing the sail to be ridden with either 3 or 2
cambers (foot cam which can be removed). 05 [Link] - the first hard camber that rotates like a
soft cam
Another reason for the huge range of use is the medium-size
[Link] mast pocket. This represents the 06 [Link] 3/2: 3 cams for max. performance
ideal compromise between optimum propulsion and comfortable - 2 cams for improved handling
waterstart behaviour. Regardless whether at high speed or simply
cruising and jibing, the S_TYPE has many faces - the perfect For further features see page 32-35
universal performer.

As to its durability: Apart from legendary features such as DOUBLE. SIzes

white- white- SEAM and [Link], we gave the [Link] additional
[Link]- blackberry- S_TYPE 2012
[Link]- [Link]- seam protection to prevent chafing. Simply ingenious: All S_TYPE
[Link] [Link]
sizes work with one mast length! 6.0 6.6 7.3 7.8 8.4 9.5
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X_Type2012

estredo
V01

04

02

05

01

P ER F O R M A N CE N O . CA M
X_TYPE 2012

It also works without: The 2012 X_Type once again proves that
sails without cambers can still be real performance engines. The
secret is the reduced aspect ratio that was taken over by the World
Cup winning sail WARP F2011 plus the relatively high sail foil
tension which guarantees maximum performance even without
cambers.

d e ta i l s X_TYPE 2012
K EY F e at u r e s
X_TYPE 2012

In addition to the slightly wider chord now comes a remarkably 01 New: iBUMPER, the most advanced and effective moulded
deeper profile in the boom area which improves planing power and mast protector
acceleration. All of this without increasing the boom length as the
more pronounced [Link] avoids this. 02 New: increased power through increased pre-shaping in
the boom and foot area
This added versatility combines spontaneous performance delivery
c o lo r s with top speed, and offers all the handling and rigging advantages of 03 Lower aspect ratio makes for increased acceleration
a NoCam sail. after start and jibing
X_TYPE 2012

For you this means enormous thrust AND the ease of use of a 04 [Link] allows for individual tuning increasing
[Link] sail for enjoying manoeuvres. the range of use

The X_TYPE draws its potential from [Link] II and [Link] II, 05 Increased durability through solid [Link] foot construction
which ensure a more active twist. In addition, it features a slightly
lower profile for more low-down power, and a pressure point further 06 [Link]: one mast (460-25) fits all
at the front. sizes

This facilitates rig control and steering, and significantly contributes For further features see page 32-35
to what is an unusually high stability pressure point for a NoCam sail.
Thanks to the [Link], all X_TYPE
models feature batten numbers relevant to size and application, with SIzes
white- white- Kai Hopf managing to perfect the 6.0 and 5.4 sizes with just 6 battens.
[Link]- blackberry- X_TYPE 2012
[Link]- [Link]- This helps reduce weight and improves handling. What’s more all
[Link] [Link]
X_TYPE sizes can be used with a single 460 mast - one mast fits all! 5.4 6.0 6.6 7.3 7.8 8.2
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natural 2012

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treboux
sui4

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CR O S S O VER N O . CA M
NATURAL 2012

The NATURAL is powerful and playful as well as a manageable all-

rounder, which makes windsurfing as easy and relaxed as possible.
This is evident from the fact that all sizes from from 6.2 up are
equipped with [Link] and [Link] and now have
deeper profiles. As a result all the new NATURAL’s have excellent
passive acceleration even without much pumping, fascinating
speed potential and an increased draft stability.

d e ta i l s
NATURAL 2012

The powerful and playful manageable all-rounder now has even more
performance than its predecessor and multiple test-winner. This is K EY F e at u r e s
shown by the fact that all sizes from 6.2 are equipped with CROSS.
NATURAL 2012
BATTEN and [Link] which gives the NATURAL not only bet-
ter acceleration but also an increase in high end stability and speed. 01 New: increased power through increased pre-shaping in
the boom and foot area
In the course of laborious tests, Kai Hopf developed a new sail layout
c o lo r s that requires much less trimming know-how. This means less time 02 VTS and HTS: NorthSails exclusive visual trim indica-
and knowledge is required for the setup, without need for subsequent tions make rigging a piece of cake
NATURAL 2012
adjustments!
03 2 MASTS FIT ALL: with only 2 masts you cover all sizes
The secret of the perfectly balanced range of the NATURAL is the
[Link]. As a result, the focus for 04 [Link] for reduced weight and better
sizes up to 5.8 is still on handling and draft stability, which explains handling
why only 5 battens are in place.
05 [Link] avoids damage to the luff panel from
At 6.2 and above, the design focuses on performance while Kai rigging
Hopf once again concentrated on simple rig control and handling
characteristics. Both versions offer excellent control, a high level of For further features see page 32-35
comfort, and plenty of planing ability - the perfect synthesis of speed,
acceleration, and handling.
SIzes
white- white- The new NATURAL will make windsurfing much less complicated,
[Link]- blackberry- NATURAL 2012
[Link]- [Link]- and we believe that for many sailors the problem of choosing the
[Link] [Link]
right equipment is almost obsolete. 4.5 4.9 5.4 5.8 6.2 6.6 7.3 7.8
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CURVE 2012

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de brendt
V26

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03

CR O S S O VER E N TRY
CURVE 2012

Especially for ambitious surfers Kai Hopf has developed the brand
new featherweight CURVE. Looking at this Crossover sail one can
imagine how easy it is to control during manoeuvres and light it feels
in your hands.

c o lo r s d e ta i l s
CURVE 2012 CURVE 2012
K EY F e at u r e s
CURVE 2012
The secret is the extremely weight-optimised and clean construction
that focuses on the essentials, without compromising the durability. 01 Maximum weight reduction through [Link]
The result is an unparalleled handling, which immediately makes
especially intermediates jump up one class. 02 VTS and HTS: NorthSails exclusive visual trim indica-
tions make rigging a piece of cake
The balanced shape and very low weight are specially tailored to the
group of novices and intermediates. The new CURVE accelerated 03 One mast (430-21) fits for all sail sizes
the move to the next skill level and ideally supports learning new
manoeuvres. For further features see page 32-35

Thanks to the sophisticated mix of materials in combination with the

[Link] the CURVE is on an extremely low weight level SIzes
white- white- which is absolutely thrilling. The lightweight fascinates with sensa-
[Link]- blackberry- CURVE 2012
[Link]- [Link]- tional ease of handling and a surprisingly wide range of use. Never
[Link] [Link]
before learning was more joyfully! 4.2 4.7 5.4 5.8 6.4
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kids

Drive Grom 2012

drive cloth
03

02

01

CR O S S O VER K ID S
[Link] 2012

Especially for kids and juniors we have put an enormous effort in

developing an own sail range. According to the motto: Just the best
for the kids!

drive cloth
d e ta i l s Monofilm-free version (Dacron-Vinyl construction)
especially for center/school usage
[Link] 2012

Most sail brands use exactly the same materials for their kids sail
as in the adult sails (e.g. heavy [Link]). Completely over engineered
as surf center managers and instructors think and refer to the basic
physical requirements. Through years of cooperation with all major K EY F e at u r e s
c o lo r s schools (e.g. VDWS, Club Mistral, Planet) NorthSails has gained an
[Link] 2012
enormous competitive edge in this area, which is fully incorporated
[Link] 2012
into the [Link] line. A very balanced shape and lightweight 01 [Link]: size-specific
cloths are used which are adapted to the lower weight and the lack amount of battens ideally matching the age and weight
of power of the target group. The new [Link] therefore is likely of the kids
the most specialised Kids sail on the market!
02 Maximum weight reduction through [Link]
The [Link] particularly benefits of the sophisticated mix of
materials in combination with the [Link] and use of 03 VTS and HTS: NorthSails exclusive visual trim indica-
lightweight mono-film without compromising durability. Five sizes tions make rigging a piece of cake
with individual batten configurations based on the ergonomics and
physical power of the youngsters result in high-quality and high- For further features see page 32-35
performance equipment so that fun and success of the kids are
guaranteed right from the beginning.
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[Link]- blackberry- [Link] 2012
[Link]- [Link]- [Link]! That means the [Link] is also available as
[Link] [Link]
complete rigs! 1.0 1.5 2 .0 2.5 3.0 3.5
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pow e r w av e -
freestyle

Duke 2012

05

estredo
V01

03

02

P O W ER W AVE - F REE S TYLE

DUKE 2012

The fifth evolution of the DUKE. No other sail can cover such a broad range
from Wave to flat-water Freestyle! No other sail adapts to all conditions
and surprises with its versatility. To achieve this versatility far-reaching
innovations and countless prototypes tested in different conditions were
necessary. Therefore designer Kai Hopf has involved the whole team to
guarantee that the DUKE works for any rider and any condition. 1 0 % LI G H TE R YET

d e ta i l s
DUKE 2012

No wonder as the evolution from the 2011 DUKE never stopped. The
main objective of the team was an even better handling to allow for
even more radical freestyle tricks through a reduced swing weight. Kai
Hopf has found ways to reduce the sail weight by approximately 10%
without sacrificing strength and durability! In addition, he shortened K EY F e at u r e s
the luff length, which leads to significantly simplified control. Also, Kai
DUKE 2012
gave the brand new DUKE a more elastic feeling, which gives lots of
confidence for even the most difficult manoeuvres. In summary this 01 New: reduced luff length and up to 10% reduced sail
means: Significant lower weight and improved handling which makes weight make the sail feel a lot lighter in your hands
the DUKE feel balanced in your hands and gives you maximum room
c o lo r s for your own style. As a power wave/freestyle sail the DUKE works best 02 New: iBUMPER, the most advanced and effective moul-
on single-fin boards. ded mast protector
DUKE 2012

The requirements for a Power Wave sails and a Freestyle sail are very 03 [Link] allows for individual tuning increasing
similar: great planing potential combined with maximum handling and the range of use
good controllability. Up to 5.0, the DUKE therefore has been designed
as a powerful Wave sail. Not only because of the effective [Link]. 04 2 [Link]: with only 2 masts you cover all sizes
CLEW it has the greatest trimming versatility of all our Wave sails and
the DUKE can easily be controlled by medium-weight riders too. 05 Designed to work best on RDM masts but still fully com-
patible with our SDM masts
For sizes 5.4 and above, Kai Hopf improved the new DUKE strictly
according to the specifications of our 4-times Freestyle World Cham- For further features see page 32-35
pion Jose “Gollito” Perez, and EFPT Champion Andre Paskowski. 5
battens, the [Link] II and the unique foot geometry improve
the handling especially during difficult Freestyle tricks. SIzes
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[Link]- [Link]- [Link] All DUKE sizes were designed for RDM masts, but are still 100% com-
[Link] [Link]
patible with our SDM masts. 4.7 5.0 5.4 5.9 6.4 6.9
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ID
ODL

ID ultralight
With futuristic

ultra

4.2 / 4.5 / 4.7 / 5.0

super lightweight
high tech laminate

5.4 / 5.9 / 6.4

“ODL” from yacht
sails instead of
traditional XPly

light
Wave World champion 2010
NEU Victor Fernandez Lopez

Feather-light and
absolute neutral
Wave Freestyle sail
for 100% concen-
tration on moves
S i g n at u r e M o d e l and maneuvers. The
ultimate handling
V i c t o r F e r n a n d e z Lop e z , miracle.
W a v e W o r l d C h a mp i on 2 0 1 0

fernández
E42

[Link]
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u lt r a l i g h t
w av e -

ID
freestyle

2012

04

01

FernÁndez
E42

02

03

U LTRALIGHT
W AVE - F REE S TYLE
ID 2012

Totally new, totally radical and built with the greatest addiction:
ID ultralight - the signature model of Victor Fernandez Lopez,
Wave World Champion 2010! As the name suggests the ID is a mix
between ICE and Duke, which combines the best of both worlds (up
to 5.0 based on the ICE design, 5.4 and bigger based on the DUKE
design). The result is a super lightweight Freestyle Wave sailing
range, which uses the futuristic high-tech laminate “ODL” from
yacht sails instead of traditional XPly. This material is 50% lighter
than conventional sail cloth and pushes the weight to incredibly low
values. To clarify: The weight of the ID ultralight corresponds to a
1.5 smaller DUKE/ICE (e.g. 5.0 compares to 3.5)!

d e ta i l s
ID 2012

Instantly the ID ultralight is the talk on the beach. It feels absolutely

neutral, does not show any unwanted life of its own and is a feather
in your hands so that you nearly forget about the sail during moves
and manoeuvres. This is one of the most important aspects especial-
ly of freestyle! It spins incredibly fast through all tricks even during K EY F e at u r e s
the most difficult duck moves and feels as if you rotate without sail.
ID 2012
With the ID ultralight the success rate of difficult manoeuvres and
the fun increases straight away making you automatically go for even 01 NEW: Ultra-light for maximum handling thanks to the trend
c o lo r s more radical moves! setting high tech yachting laminate “ODL”
ID 2012
Designer Kai Hopf has compiled the ID ultralight without any com- 02 NEW: iROCKET, NorthSails lightest batten tensioner of all time
promise. Compared to ICE and DUKE the ID feels a bit softer and
adapts to any rotation almost automatically. Not only that maneuvers 03 NEW: Super lightweight multi-layer sandwich clew patch
are becoming much easier but also get performed with more speed.
This is due to the sophisticated profile distribution. And all of this 04 NorthSails quality proof: only ultralight Wave-Freestyle sail still
over a wide wind range as the ID ultralight has a surprisingly large featuring a full [Link] frame
trimming range.
05 Ideal on RDM masts - still fully compatible on our SDM masts
Two important points:
1. All ID ultralight are designed for RDM masts, yet fully compatible For further features see page 32-35
with our SDM masts.
2. Even if other brands do not speak about it, we tell the truth: ultra
light-weight can only be achieved through the reduction of material SIzes
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[Link]- blackberry- ID 2012
[Link]- [Link]- to the absolute minimum, the UV stability is limited. Therefore, this
[Link] [Link]
sail is excluded from the usual NorthSails [Link]! 4.2 4.5 4.7 5.0 5.4 5.9 6.4
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ICE v s . h e r o

since 1981
Battle of the giants
S i ng l e - f i n v s . M u lt i - f i n
D raf t f o rward o r p u l l o n b o t h hand s
Which wave sail fits me best, my sailing style and my board? The latest (board-) developments
make it necessary to offer more than one radical wave sail. To understand the differences, the
fundamental aspects will be highlighted:

ICE HER O

ICE
ICE vs hero ICE vs hero

When going down the line a single-fin wave With the trend moving towards multi-fin wave

vs.
board wants to be “carved” mainly over your front boards the down the line surfing style has re-
foot and the rail. This requires high speed, full markably changed. In contrary to single-fin wave
commitment and a very high skill level. Also you boards, multi-fin wave boards don’t get “carved”
need to stand quite upright over the rail during over the rail but instead get much more turned

HERO
the bottom turn. Therefore you need a sail with a through the fins. The angular momentum for the
slightly higher draft position to “force” you into an bottom turn is now initiated through sheeting in
upright position. In addition the sail needs to go your sail. To do this you need a sail that gives the
completely neutral during the turn. To achieve this rider a certain “feedback” triggering the turn. This
the draft is positioned quite far forward. As a result means a sail with a draft position being further
the sail develops nearly no pull on the backhand back and therefore pull on both hands.
and remains completely unaffected when sheeting This pull on both hands has further advantages:
in or out. On the other hand such sails are more As an advantage this pull on both hands means
sophisticated to sail, as the sailor does not get back you have something to “hold on to” giving you extra
any “feedback” (e.g. when over-sheeting). Also you balance/stability (which also counts for flat water
simply have less to “hold on to”. sailing on single-fin boards). Also you can rig one
d r a f t C O M P ARI S O N size smaller as the further draft back profile produ-
ces more low-end power. Another advantage of this
ICE vs hero
new sailing style is that the bottom turn is initiated
at much lower speeds which makes it much easier
especially for entry level wave sailors. On the other
hand pros now can surf much closer to the impact
ICE Hero zone. During the bottom turn you do not have to
stand upright over the rail anymore but can remain
in a natural slightly tucked position. Therefore
compared to the ICE our brand-new 4-batten wave
sail HERO not only has a slightly further back- but
also lower draft position, which helps the high-end
control.

4 b at t e ns a n d h i g h - e n d c on t r o l ?
ICE vs hero

How can you achieve a reasonable wind range (high-end control) on a 4-batten sail? The secret is to generate the ideal balance between
elasticity and stability. For a better understanding here comes a little sail theory. The following factors make for stability (resulting in
greater wind range) in a rig:

1. Amount of battens: the more battens, the more control you get but the stiffer and heavier the rig becomes
2. Mast geometry: SDM-masts are stiffer but also less elastic than RDM-masts
3. Mast length: the shorter the mast, the softer it is

With the trend of manoeuvre sails away from SDM- towards RDM-masts the sails have become much more elastic but also less stable.
Reducing the amount of battens further increases the elasticity. Now if you also try to reduce the luff length as much as possible
(= shortest + softest possible mast) the overall structure simply becomes too soft. The result is a super elastic rig that feels nice just in the
ideal wind range but simply collapses when powered up.

Exactly here we have focused when developing the new HERO. Instead of following the trend towards the shortest possible luff length,
risking loss of wind range Kai has worked with his proven [Link] concept: As short as possible for most radical
throwability and as long as necessary to generate sufficient stability for maximum wind range.

Draft slightly higher and further forward Draft slightly lower and further back
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wo r l d c up
w av e

ICE/ice hd 2012

FernÁndez
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05
03

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W O RLD C U P W AVE
ICE/ICE HD 2012

On the brand new ICE Kai Hopf dug deep into his bag of tricks. At first
glance, perhaps you just realise the new design and the more compact
appearance - the 2012 edition of our World Cup wave sail has made a ​​
big step forward to get the maximum out of any situation and take the
victory - even in the most critical conditions! 1 0 % LI G H TE R YET

d e ta i l s
ICE/ICE HD 2012

Numerous changes are hidden in detail. E.g. the shorter luff has a
very positive effect. Everything feels more compact and at the same K EY F e at u r e s
time more neutral making the ICE easier than ever to handle. The
ICE/ICE HD 2012
handling has improved significantly, without loosing any planing po-
wer of its predecessor thanks to a modified luff curve and optimised 01 New: reduced luff length and up to 10% reduced sail
profile distribution. It is unbelievable how just a few centimetres can weight makes the sail feel a lot lighter in your hands
make such a change!
02 New: iBUMPER, the most advanced and effective moulded
c o lo r s In addition, key success factors were obtained for the ICE. E.g. the mast protector
unique base geometry, which will lower the center of gravity making
ICE/ICE HD 2012
the sail neutral. Or the impressive performance over a very wide wind 03 [Link] allows for individual tuning increasing
range and the instantaneous reaction. This is the result of the iMO- the range of use
[Link]. Also: The sail weight is decreased by 10%!
04 Designed to work best on RDM masts but still fully
Working best on single-fin boards, the ICE was designed for all World compatible with our SDM masts
Cup spots. It functions equally well from Ho’okipa to Sylt, to Gran
Canaria or at your favourite spot. 05 [Link]: one mast (400-19) fits all
sizes
All ICE sizes were designed for RDM masts, but are still compatible
with our SDM masts. That’s why the new ICE feels softer and can be For further features see page 32-35
easily controlled and pumped onto the plane. These abilities are also
supported by the modified luff curve and the optimised leech tension.
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[Link]- blackberry- ICE/ICE HD 2012
[Link]- [Link]- [Link]
Ultimate durability in the most brutal of conditions: The Ice is also
[Link] [Link]
available in monofilm-free, hardcore [Link] version! 3.4 3.7 4.0 4.2 4.5 4.7 5.0 5.3 5.7 6.2
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BE A
HERO
The first
4 b at t e n w a v e s a i l
w i t h a n un r i v a l l e d
wind range.

The brand-new
HERO with
BALANCED.
[Link]
concept

Super light,
powerful and
with awesome
manoeuvrability.
Developed on multi-
fin boards, for
multi-fin boards
iBUMPER

4.5 / 4.7 / 5.0 / 5.3 / 5.6

3.4 / 3.7 / 4.0 / 4.2
browne
BRA105

[Link]
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4 b at t e n
w av e

HERO 2012

05

browne
Bra105

04

02

4 BATTE N W AVE
HERO 2012

Already the first tests had shown that we were at the beginning of a revo-
lution. No matter who got the brand new HERO 4 batten wave sail in their
hands, no one wanted to give it back. The HERO is adjusted towards Mar-
cilio Browne who does not want to sail with any other sail anymore - it just
fits perfectly to his sailing style and the new multi-fin wave boards!

d e ta i l s
HERO 2012

Almost everything is different: The HERO is the impressive result

of an ultra modern 4 batten wave sail, which is repleted with the
finest components and technical know-how. Regardless of under- or
properly powered up, too much pressure or too little, this sail always
generates power without becoming unstable. Despite a further draft
back position it doesn’t become back handy, even when overpowered.
This let’s you imagine, how much the wind range has improved com-
pared to previous 4 batten sails! K EY F e at u r e s
HERO 2012
The low weight makes for incredible handling. While rigging you can
already imagine how light and soft the sail feels. The rotation is as 01 NEW: Radical 4 batten wave sail with lots of power and
smooth as silk, even with minimal outhaul tension. yet extremely wide wind range

On the water it immediately appears that your back hand is the 02 NEW: iBUMPER, the most modern and most effective
c o lo r s throttle. Just sheet in and the HERO immediately builds up power, protector of a piece mast
speeds up, and gets you going. On the wave it becomes a discreet
HERO 2012
engine always ready to accelerate when needed. The top is working 03 [Link] as short as possible for most
very effective supporting the power. Therefore, you can safely choose radical throw-ability and as long as necessary for maxi-
a sail size smaller than with many other wave sails. This applies to mum wind range
almost any rider, regardless of weight.
04 [Link] allows for individual tuning increasing
Kai Hopf developed the [Link], a precisely balan- the range of use
ced ratio of luff length to boom length. As short as possible for most
radical throw-ability and as long as necessary to generate sufficient 05 Exclusively designed for RDM masts
stability for maximum wind range.
Design, processing, shape and features as the new iBUMPER mast For further features see page 32-35
protector make the radical HERO a perfect package that can measure
up to the future in the competition must.
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[Link]- blackberry- HERO 2012
[Link]- [Link]- [Link]
to its narrow sleeve and elastic characteristics. The smaller mast
[Link] [Link]
diameter perfectly matches this softer feeling sail and shorter luff. 3.4 3.7 4.0 4.2 4.5 4.7 5.0 5.3 5.6
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Sails

2012
since 1981
Sail Technology 2012
09 5 . Y E AR . W ARRA N TY (except ID) quality guaranteed. Short 12 T W I N . TRI M . CL E W (WARP F2011, RAM F12, S_T ype,
term minimum weight is great. But over reducing necessary X _T ype, DUKE, ICE, HERO) Increased range of use,
reinforcements automatically reduces the longevity. NorthSails individual tuning options. The secret of the [Link].
is famous for the perfect ratio weight to durability. To prove CLEW are the 2 horizontally placed clew eyelets. The
the superior durability and quality, we grant a unique [Link]. outer clew position provides more power and a more
WARRANTY on all our sails (does not include monofilm)! To secure direct feeling, while the inner position gives more control
the extended warranty claims please immediately register under and a softer sensation.
[Link]/fre/warranties/register “I was using the upper eyelet to start with as I wasn‘t too
Otherwise just the legal warranty period can be granted powered up, then the wind picked up a lot so I changed to
the lower/inner one and it changed the sail completely. It
10 N O . P RI N T . O N . FIL M (Duke, Ice, HERO) Your sail should still felt like I had one size smaller. With the new [Link].
look as good as new after its first season’s use. While most sail CLEW the sail has such a wide range of use, it‘s great.”
brands make decorations by printing big areas of the monofilm Laure Treboux, freestyle shooting star PWA top freestyle & wave rider
and [Link], on our wave sails we choose to print only cloth panels.
Expertise has shown that printing on film doesn’t stand the tough 13 HY P E R . CA M (WARP F2011, RAM F12, S_TYPE) Soft
impacts of wind and waves long-term. rotation and excellent rigging comfort. The ultimate in
smooth sailing with unequalled advantages.
NEW 01 11 RI P STO P . FRA M E . D E SIG N (S_T ype, X _T ype, DUKE, ID, Advantage 1: Super-fast rigging. (Sliding-up instead of
ICE, HERO) No more tears. It doesn‘t always take gigantic waves snapping-on the mast.) No need for repeat adjustments to
to damage a sail. Sometimes even the harness-hook can drill a luff and outhaul tension.
hole through the surface after a catapult. Although the hole is Advantage 2: Minimum friction means soft batten rotation,
5 0 y e a r s o f l e a d i n g s a i l t e c h n o lo gy usually not a problem, it may present a risk if the sail is ripped since the [Link] features free rollers without plastic
across the whole panel on your way back to the beach. In a worst- buckles, so that only the rollers touch the mast.
For more than 50 years, we have been focusing exclusively on research, development, and production of case scenario, the sail will rip into two pieces beyond repair. Advantage 3: Optimised shape for the best possible mast
high-quality profiles and sails for yachts, and for windsurfing and kitesurfing boards. The [Link], consisting of reinforced fabrics pocket profile and ideal aerodynamics.
that frame the entire sail, helps avoid this risk. Moreover, the Advantage 4: Fits all mast diameters, since only the rollers
Athletes have won everything that there is to win using our profiles. Revolutionary approaches and technologies have always been and intelligent combination of lightweight materials in the centre and but never the plastic body touch the surface, which also
will always be part of our success. Almost all details and features that went into our windsurfing products emerged during the develop- robust materials on the perimeter results in a much lower weight. makes the [Link] extremely easy to rotate.
ment and evolution of the WARP World Cup race sail and its predecessors, which always delivered the highest performance possible.
When comparing them with other sail brands, you should always pay particular attention to the unique solutions and innovations that are
responsible for the performance of NorthSails Windsurfing. You will realise that most of the features can be found only in our sails.

S a i l s F e at u r e s 2 0 12
2012

01 i B U M P E R (RAM F12, S_TYPE, X_TYPE, DUKE, ICE, HERO) More pro- 05 The DOU B L E . D . B UC K L E (all sails with Vario Top) has [Link].
NEW tection, less abrasion. The iBUMPER is probably the most innovative mast been inspired by high mechanical load capacity climbing
SET&[Link] OPTION
protector on the market. Under heat its highly resilient surface material harnesses and racing helmets: The exclusive two-pieces
gets thermally connected to a shock-absorbing foam. The intelligent [Link] replaces present standard solutions.
arrangement of the ribs and surfaces not only offers weight advantages, This construction guarantees outstanding trimming op-
but also eliminates the two most common problems. The contoured upper tions and eliminates webbing slipping completely.
section provides unprecedented bump protection and cushioning in the NEW 02 NEW 03 NEW 04 05 06
event of foot or lower leg contact. The lower part however is designed 06 P o l y e s t e r . W ebb i n g . On l y . No stretch, no
towards maximum abrasion restiance to meet the frequent board contact. tension loss. What has been proven in safety belts is just
This is indicated by the absence of ribs and the generous surface. Smart good enough for us windsurfers! As the only manufacturer
detail: a mesh pocket at the inside to store the excess downhaul rope. we use from now on Polyester webbing, both at the (vario)
top, the tack roller and the batten tensioner attachment- Polyester.
02 H i g h t e c h - L a m i n a t “ ODL” (ID only) Extremely light, loops. The advantage over conventional Polypropylene
NEW extremely high-tech. Yachting sail specialist POLYANT delivers one is the almost non-existing stretch. Even brand new sails
Webbing.
of the most desirable laminates available today. ODL is an extremely now keep the full downhaul tension and need not be re- Only
lightweight material that is unbelievably 50% lighter than regular tensioned. The same is true for the batten tensioner. A
[Link] and makes every weight freak rave. Since the film thickness is small change with very great effect!
reduced to an absolute minimum this laminate is exclusively used for
the ID ultralight. Please note the reduced UV-stability! 07 CUTA W AY . CL E W (WARP F2011, RAM F12, S_TYPE, 06 07 08 09
X_TYPE, NATURAL from 6.2) Minimized rotation forces improve
03 S E T & GO . V ARIOTO P (S_TYPE, X _TYPE, DUKE, ID, ICE, HERO) handling. The [Link] has an extremely positive influence
NEW Find the optimum vario top setting without the usual try and on the sails agility and feel. The shorter and stiffer boom makes
error. From the first rigging now the length of the vario top is set the sail more compact, stabilises the profile when overpowered
correctly. Easy to read length indicators show the perfect setting and reduces the sails´ centrifugal mass to enhance control. RIPSTOP.
in relation to the used mast length which eliminates any testing
and readjustment! 08 CROSS . B ATT E N . CO N C E P T (WARP F2011, RAM
FRAME.
F12, S_TYPE, X _TYPE, NATURAL from 6.2) Optimum DESIGN
04 FULL . M AST . O P TIO N No mast diameter limitation! All non- combination power and handling. This intelligent solution,
NEW cam sails up to 6.9 have been developed to work with SDM masts shifts the sail’s centre of effort downwards and supports
as well as with our RDM masts. the larger surface area in the boom zone. It also allows for
an early planing profile without losing handling. 10 11 12 13
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Sails

2012
since 1981
Sail Technology 2012
23 I N DI V IDUAL . B OO M . L E N GTH . I N DICATIO N Choosing the 28 M AST . SL E E V E . O P E N E R No more friction when
right boom length without experimenting. Since the boom is positioned threading the mast into the mast pocket. A brilliant trick
at different points on the mast depending on the rider‘s height, the ideal makes inserting the mast a breeze. The NorthSails logo
boom length varies due to the different angles. To make it easier to find above the boom cutout opens the mast pocket just a little,
the right length fast, the individual recommendations are now written allowing the rider to insert the mast with just one hand,
directly on the luff panel at boom level. without having to pull at the luff.

24 TA P E . T E CH N OLOGY No wrinkles. All seam tapes are cut to 29 V TS V ISUAL . TRI M . SYST E M Perfect trim and a huge
match the curve instead of being sticked in a curved fashion, thus application range! Even beginners can accurately trim the
preventing the tape from being wrinkled or coming off. sail in a matter of seconds. Simply pull the luff until the
top of the loose leech reaches the „min dot“ or „max dot“
25 I N T E LLIG E N T . B ATT E N . SYST E M Individual batten setting (depending on the wind speed). That’s it! The exclusive VTS
for better performance! Since each batten fulfils a different task, we acts like a turbocharger, ensuring maximum performance
use no less than 7 (!) different batten types. They differ not only in and an extended range of application. Trimming has never
their cross section (round or rectangular) but also in the materials been quicker and better!
used (glass, glass-carbon composites, full carbon) and in their
geometry (thickness, width). Moreover, all battens have specific P ROGR E SSI V E . B ATT E N . CO N FIGURATIO N
stiffness degrees and profiles, regardless of their length for 100% (WARP F2011, S_TYPE, X_TYPE, NATURAL, DRIVE).
centre of effort stability in the centre of the sail, optimum twist in Better handling. Total control. The number of battens
the top (horizontally and vertically), and reduced top weight (easier plays a decisive role when it comes to a stable centre of
handling). effort, weight, and handling. The [Link].
CONFIGURATION introduces a system that determines the
26 X . P LY Excitingly beautiful, extremely durable. As many as three ideal number of battens for each sail, depending on size
NEW 14 06 different [Link] layers with varying fibre density and film thickness are and intended use. This provides for an ideal combination of
used in our 2012 sails. The materials are always carefully selected performance and the lowest possible weight for each size.
to match the sail‘s application and to obtain the ideal combination of
durability and weight.

27 M I N I . B ATT E N Eliminates unintentional leech flutter. Short,

highly effective miniature battens support the areas between the long
14 i ROC K E T Lighter, more aerodynamic, extremely durable. With 50% 19 T W I N . STRA P Keeps the sail rolled up and the battens and prevent any annoying flutter.
NEW less weight than its predecessor, the new iROCKET is our lightest protector on the mast. This improved version of the
batten tensioner ever! Despite the significantly lower dimensions brilliantly simple fastening system not only keeps
there is no loss in durability or adjustability. Stretch-free, abrasion the sail safely rolled up, but also makes sure that
resistant Polyester webbing results in a rock-solid fixation of the the mast protector is closely attached and fastened
iROCKET! to the mast while surfing (not available with Drive)!

15 TRI P L E . TAC K . ROLL E R Minimum forces for perfect trim. 20 TT . TO P II Improved sail control at higher wind
The integrated, now nickel-plated brass triple roller minimises the
downhaul forces tremendously. The new, optimised side plate with
speeds. Kai Hopf relied on the WARP F2011 to
design the [Link] II. The concave shape is slightly
[Link] ii
integrated rope led prevents that the rope will be damaged or jumps reduced, which improves tension and allows for a
from the roll. more effective, three-dimensional top twist. This
means the top twists not only horizontally, but
16 HY P E R . L E E CH II Makes speed sails even faster! This solution also vertically under strong winds. By virtually
was inspired by airplane wings. The precisely defined spot of HYPER. neutralising gusts, the rig’s kept steady in the 15 06 16 21
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LEECH II is located slightly higher, improving tension distribution in rider‘s hands, and gives a much larger range of
the leech and making the reaction of the top extremely sensitive. The winds.
result is an improved loose-leech twist for better control and higher
stability in gusts or when getting over-powered. 21 DURAT E CH . FOOT Long-term warranty for
the foot. The foot of the sail is often dragged
17 DURA . LUFF . P ATCH Extremely stable luff reinforcement. The across the anti-skid surface during water starts
area around the boom cutout is particularly exposed to wear and or accelerating, especially with wide boards. The
tear, because the luff panel always forms wrinkles when inserting [Link] keeps the seams in a wide plastic
the mast. Over time, this „accordion effect“ may cause cracks in channel, protecting them against damage from the
the monofilm. The flexible [Link] reinforces the area rough anti-skid surface.
around the boom and creates a soft transition to the monofilm,
while preventing cracks in the film. 22 HTS HAR N E SSLI N E . TRI M . SYST E M Say 19 20 27 29 21 22
goodbye to misplaced harness lines! Forget the
18 DOU B L E . S E A M . T E CH N OLOGY Twice as durable, half the time-consuming search for the ideal harness line
stretch. NorthSails stands for unsurpassed quality that guarantees position, the numb forearms, and the endless
a longer life for our sails. The triple zig-zag seams significantly fiddling around! The patented print on the sail
contribute to this. And they don‘t come, as usual, in a single, but shows exactly where the centre of the harness line INTELLIGENT.
in a double version! They cover all exposed crash areas that would
otherwise be damaged. The result is higher resistance to tear and a
has to be. Just position the two ends symmetrically
at the left and right of the print, that‘s all.
BATTEN.
reduction of stretch by up to 50% as a result of the second seam, also SYSTEM
benefiting profile stability and performance. Only the [Link].
TECHNOLOGY by NorthSails can deliver this!

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since 1981
INTEGRATED RIG Technology 2012

THE PERFECT MATCH

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browne
Bra105
B OO M S
MASTS
EXTE NSIONS

t h e pe r f e c t R i g
For over a decade NorthSails has been one of the few brands who
develop all Windsurfing rig components for use exclusively by
NorthSails. This guarantees that all NorthSails components are state-
of-the-art and work better, and when used in conjunction with a North
sail generate the absolute maximum performance!

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E n g i nee r e d a n d M a d e i n Ge r m a n y !
We are exceptionally proud to be the only rig brand still producing
our booms and extensions 100% in Germany (except for PLATINUM
models). In addition we use raw materials from Europe only. Of course
in comparison to „made in China“ they don’t come so cheaply. On the
other hand only „made in Germany“ guarantees you the unmatched
NorthSails quality of our booms and extensions.

N o r t h S a i l s B E ST . FIT . SYST E M
Perfectly matching components. One thing is sure: all NorthSails
components fit sails of many different brands and improve their
performance. In addition, there are ideal combinations that can get the
maximum out of every rig. Components within the RED, SILVER, GOLD
and PLATINUM series make great combinations, and were designed to
perfectly match each other.

In terms of performance and price, the following rule of thumb applies:

the more money you spend, the lighter and more dynamic and powerful
your rig will be. This means that you determine how much performance
you need or how much you are willing to invest in your performance.
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B o o ms

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BOOM TECHNOLOGY 2012
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F e at u r e s l o c ke d . r d m . a d a p t e r 100% fit and com-
patibility with RDM masts. Additional rubber adapt-
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ers for RDM masts that either stick on the mast or –
in most cases – get lost, are a thing of the past thanks
to the iFRONT, since the RDM adapter is now directly
and firmly connected to the head (but can be removed
anytime without any tools). This improves rigging
comfort significantly since, logically, the cuff no longer
slips on the mast, let alone gets lost or displaced. An
additional advantage: it weighs 50% less than previous
STIFF MEDIUM SOFT adapters! Comes with SILVER, GOLD and PLATINUM
140 and 150 only.

S tat e m e n t s
01 t o t a l . f l e x . c o n t r o l Individual flex adjustment. In recent T h i s i s w h at h a r d c o r e u s e r s h a ve
years, the challenge has been to develop a head that unites both cha- t o s a y a b o u t t h e r ev o l u t i o n a r y
racteristics without having to accept any compromises. After three iFront:
years of intensive development work, we’ve reached that goal! The
iFRONT head is the first to offer an adjustment and tuning option that “We’ve used the new iFRONT in all our centres now
changes the overall characteristics of the boom, allowing for ideal without any problems. After 24 months of heavy daily
adjustment to all conditions. This is made possible by the individually usage we can confidently say that the new iFRONT is
adjustable [Link] in three levels (patent pending). the most reliable head we’ve ever had in our centres.”
04 Yola Bichler, Managing Director Club Mistral
Recommendation for suspension based on a 75 kg windsurfer (can differ
for individual needs):
> full suspension for all Wave-Freestyle conditions, as well as Freeride “At the beginning I thought I‘ most probably use the
und Race sails smaller 7.0 new iFRONT in the familiar feeling, no-suspension
> medium suspension for sail sizes from 7.0 up to 10.0 „Lockout Position“ most of the time - like everyone
i FRO N T > lockout for sail sizes 10.0 and bigger else I believed in the Neil Pryde “ the stiffer the faster”
theory.. After 24 months of tough usage in all kinds of
The fastest and most comfortable NorthSails boom front piece with unique trimming and tuning opportunities. FL E X . CO N TROLL E R Full Suspension: windsurf spots I can surely say that I prefer the „full
Now comes with unbreakable Zytel closing-lever. Awarded with the 2009 red dot award for extraordinary design. Clearly defined, vertical flexibility, especially for Wave sails or for days suspension setup“, in 80% percent of the conditions.
with choppy, messy water for more comfort, better rig control and The „suspension modus“ simply provides more
therefore higher speed, plus good shock absorption when landing control – just like on a mountain bike, that enables me
90% of all brands use the same front-end from China, with just slight visual differences. Also on the iFRONT NorthSails invests into research and jumps. to increase my top speed no end.”
development and the production of a unique high-quality product. It features new innovative functions, unmatched durability and now a closing Jimmy Diaz, International Team rider NorthSails
lever out of indestructible Zytel material. Together with the awarded design this makes for an unmatched combination! FL E X . CO N TROLL E R Medium Suspension:
Medium Flex
Many adrenaline sports have adopted the concept of equipment suspension to improve control and reach new levels of maximum performance. “As a World Cup racer I’m in permanent search for the
For example, who still rides downhill with a non-suspension mountain bike? We’ve known for a long time now that boom construction, and FL E X . CO N TROLL E R Lockout: best equipment to give me the edge in competition.
in particular the head rigidity level, has a big impact on rig performance. We carried out extensive comparison tests from smooth flat water, Maximum rigidity, especially on a calm water surface and with big I’ve tested all the front-ends on the market and I
gnarly Gran Canaria chop and rolling Maui swell, that eventually proved that rigs are extremely fast when they remain steady in the rider’s hand sails with long booms, since the length of the tube already provides for can say that in the „Lockout Position“ the iFRONT is
for optimum control in rig steering. This range of conditions presented individual challenges for the ideal boom. In order to achieve optimum sufficient shock absorption. Easily as rigid as our competitors’ stiffest definitely the stiffest one available.”
propulsion and more comfortable windsurfing, at both extremes, one would need two heads of different stiffness or attenuation. For example front-end. Patrik Diethelm, International Team rider NorthSails
a slightly suspended, direct front piece for totally flat-water which directly transfers the wind energy directly into forward motion, and an
attenuated, more flexible head for harsher conditions, which „buffers“ the boards oscillation and consequent loss of control. 02 AUTO . CLOS E Revolutionary rigging. But what’s the fastest boom
worth if it’s difficult and time-consuming to operate? Therefore, the
The knowledge acquired by our development team helped it devise the following easily understandable formulas: new iFRONT is equipped with the NorthSails [Link] (patent
pending), in which a tappet automatically snaps and closes the hinge
> Low wind = calm waters = large sail, long boom = less rig movement cap when rigging up. This helps avoid
Ideal solution: inflexible, rigid head threading and trapped fingers.

> High wind = small sail, short boom = choppy waters which oscillates the board = bounce 03 ULTRA . CL E A N . RO P E . STORAG E
Ideal solution: full suspension head Clearing up the loose ends! There is
nothing more unnerving or annoying than a
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Be un
break
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2 Year unconditional
warranty for all
c o n d i t i o ns

Silver HD
Boom

Made of super solid

7075 mountain bike
alu, 30% stiffer and
more durable than
ordinary aluminum
tubes

on selected hardware
No ifs,
no buts
RED and SILVER
Masts
Manufactured with
high quality carbon
and resin materials,
incl. a white surface
coating

Browne
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[Link]
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BOOM RANGE 2012
S ILV ER HD s e r i e s
2012

SIL V E R HD 7075 High Tech Aluminium SILVER The more affordable version of the GOLD RS, also
manufactured using the [Link] (cannot be dismantled), is now manufactured from 7075
high-tech aluminium, known from the bike sport. This material makes the arms 30% stiffer than ordinary
aluminium tubes and gives the new SILVER HD a huge plus in durability. We are so convinced of this
technology that we give 2 years full warranty, even including bending!

The SILVER HD consists of 4 segments and has a one-piece alloy tail end and is of course also equipped with
the innovative iFRONT head. Features such as flex adjustment and length-specific RDM tubes with a 28 mm
or 30 mm diameter (starting at 180 cm) combine super-high rigidity with great comfort. The short lengths
up to 160 cm feature an ergonomically new school bend curve so that both hands remain an equal distance
P LATI N U M s e r i e s from the centre of the sail, preventing the front arm from being overstretched. A total of five boom lengths
with a refined specific bending curve are available, making the SILVER series perfectly for all sails from Wave
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to Freerace.
The carbon P LATI N U M was designed from scratch, and is now manufactured for the first time using
[Link]. This also applies to the new, white tail ends. To meet the highest
requirements, we distinguish between Wave and Freestyle lengths (140 and 150) and longer Slalom and S Iz e s
Formula lengths of 170 cm to 240 cm. The bending curve of the short sizes features a New School shape,
that prevents the rider’s front arm from being overstretched. The large sizes, however, feature extensive
Race bending curves. Due to the new 20% stiffer monocoque construction for 2012 and countless technical NEW SCHOOL BENDCURVE CLASSIC BENDCURVE
modifications it’s now the lightest and stiffest raceboom available! All models are equipped with the 140-190 / 150-200 / 160-210 180-230 / 200-250
innovative iFRONT head, whose flex and absorption can be adjusted in three steps from comfortable to ultra-
stiff. Important: PLATINUM 190 cm and 240 cm have the same boom body, and are extremely extendable
thanks to two [Link] tail ends of different lengths. As a result, the 190 cm size can now be
extended to 280 cm by simply replacing the tail end - without compromises to rigidity! The short PLATINUM
models still have an inserted tail end for maximum grip comfort. The short and long versions also differ
in tube diameter: extra grip with 28 mm for lengths up to 170 cm, and super-stiff 30 mm diameter for the
longer booms. RED s e r i e s
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S Iz e s The brand-new R E D now comes in 2 different bend curves and is produced in high-tech [Link].
The boom arms and the head are „melted“ together with special aerospace-standard glue. Combined with the
innovative iFRONT head (flex not adjustable), it delivers high rigidity and durability. The 2 short lengths feature
NEW SCHOOL BENDCURVE RACING BENDCURVE an ultra-modern [Link] and a reduced diameter of 28mm. All other lengths come with a
140-190 / 150-200 170-220 / 190-250 / 240-290 classic bend curve and 30mm diameter. An additional contribution to safety and superior comfort comes from the
[Link] system, which firmly locks the boom while preventing the tubes from twisting. Since each size
possesses an individual bending curve, the RED series suits all sail types (RDM adapter not included).

GOLD R S s e r i e s
2012
S Iz e s
new After intensive research and development we have created the GOLD RS , a new high-tech alloy boom
which is designed purely for race usage. The GOLD RS is produced with NorthSails unique BONDED. progressive BENDCURVE CLASSIC BENDCURVE
TECHNOLOGY. The boom arms and the head are „melted“ together with special aerospace-standard 140-190 / 150-200 160-210 / 180-230
glue. This exclusive production technology in combination with a material mix of T8 alloy and [Link]
([Link]) has enabled a quantum jump in terms of durability and stiffness.
This technology also has been applied to the three-piece tail-end that is produced in the same BONDED.
TECHNOLOGY method using the same materials. The tail-end-fitting (patent pending) with rollers made
of Teflon-POM plastic ensuring minimum friction is also a new addition. In addition now all 2012 models * To secure the extended warranty claims please register within 60 days under
feature an increased 30 mm tube diameter again increasing the bending strength. As a result the new GOLD [Link]/fre/warranties/register
RS boom almost reaches the stiffness of a high-end carbon boom. This is also due to the revolutionary Otherwise just the legal warranty period can be granted!
[Link] tail end concept (now used for all lengths). This means that in comparison to thinner
internally placed tail ends, the boom maintains stiffness even at full extension.
N ew : Propelling forces are transferred entirely free from play and directly via the iFRONT head, whereas
comfort is individually adjustable via the flex adjustment. GOLD RS – the new industry standard in hybrid booms!

S Iz e s

RACING BENDCURVE
170-210 / 190-250
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MastS

2012
since 1981
MAST TECHNOLOGY 2012

The mast program in 2012 comes up with new, detail and quality improvements, particularly
regarding the refined bend curves and increased breakage strength. This is only possible
through the implementation of an electronically-controlled mast test device which supplies
more precise measurements than previous analog equipment.

F e at u r e s
2012

A E ROS P AC E . P R E P R E G . T E CH N OLOGY
All NorthSails masts are manufactured using the M OR E RD M M ASTS In addition to the regular
ultimate [Link], and SDM masts (Standard Diameter Mast) there’s a trend
meanwhile this method is also used for the RED and towards thinner or RDM masts (RDM = reduced
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distinction is made between SDM (standard) and the
TOTAL . P ROT E CTIO N . SHI E LD increasingly popular RDM (reduced) mast diameters.
The NorthSails polyamide coating is a groundbreaking Very few people know that RDM masts make sense
development in mast construction. This highly only up to lengths of around 430 cm, since they
abrasion-resistant material covers the entire present a rather soft flex behaviour as a result of their
PLATINUM and GOLD series masts and also the smaller cross section. Therefore, they are primarily
New mast Measuring method Thanks to our new mast measuring and our refined IMCS system, base of the SILVER and RED series for 100% surface suitable for Wave/Freestyle sails, their advantage
we were able to analyse the masts of all other brands. This allows protection! No abrasion, no scratches, or damage to being that they are easier to grip during manoeuvres.
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us to say exactly how good NorthSails masts work with other brand the carbon fibres by the camber or the boom clamp. Large, mostly performance-oriented sails therefore
f o r s i g n i f i c a n t l y i mp r o ve d ben d sails or which masts from other manufacturers are compatible At the same time, this visco-elastic skin reinforces the need stiffer masts with a „more direct“ flex. This
c u r ve s a n d i n c r e a s e d b r e a k a g e with NorthSails: entire structure and increases fracture resistance by characteristic calls for a larger mast cross section in
s t r en g t h The industry standard IMCS mast check method approx. 20%, without any impact on bend curve. order to reach the required stiffness at all.
meanwhile is over 30 years old. The bend curve families Flex •N
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Top, Hard Top and Constant Curve are set too wide and un- Aerotech/Ezzy/Goya/Hot Sails/KA Sails Loft Sails/Sail Works/
precise for modern performance sails. A so-called Constant Simmer/XO Sails
Curve mast which almost corresponds to a Hard Top mast, •N
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has nothing to do with a Constant Curve mast, which is close 30-40% performance loss):
to a Flex Top mast. Through the introduction of a new type Gun Sails/Point 7
of hydraulic mast measurement system with digital control •N
 orthSails incompatible masts/sails:
technology (combined bend curve and crash check) now it’s Hard Top: Gaastra/Maui Sails/Naish Sails/Severne
possible to adjust the bend curve over the whole length and Flextop: Tushingham/Neil Pryde
find ways to improve the breaking strength. Ongoing tests thus
guarantee a reliable quality control. The importance of the mast is almost always extremely underesti-
mated. In fact the mast is the engine of each rig. Or in other words,
a Ferrari chassis with a beetle engine will never be really fast!

C o n s t a n t C u r ve Hard Top Flex Top

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MAST RANGE 2012

P LATI N U M S D M P LATI N U M RD M
2012 2012

The PLATINUM series was developed for World Cup pros and gear heads. It repre- The ultimate needle mast. Thanks to a new geometry with a larger top diameter,
S Iz e s sents our most individual and dynamic line, with lengths from 370 to 430 cm focus- the PLATINUM RDM is even more dynamic than its predecessor. As a result, the S Iz e s
ing on Wave and Freestyle, those with 460 cm and above on Race. Of course, this rig benefits not only from the aerodynamic advantages of the smaller diameter
series is manufactured using the [Link], the most but also from the greater flexing power of the needle shape. Of course, this top
370 400 430 460 490 520 550 precise and sophisticated technology currently available. The white coating made of model also features both the polyamide base coating and the “cooler” white 370 400 430
100% abrasion-resistant polyamide protects the carbon surface against mechani- surface.
cal impact, and increases fracture resistance by approx. 20%! The white surface
prevents heat from reaching critical areas, and avoids thermal overstress.

GOLD S D M GOLD RD M
2012 2012

S Iz e s A 75% high-tech carbon content, high-tech prepreg production, and excellent GOLD RDM is the more affordable version of the thin, high performance PLATI- S Iz e s
dynamics make the GOLD series the indisputable performance, weight, and price NUM RDM. Except for the slightly reduced carbon content, the two series are
leader of the medium segment. The full polyamide coating prevents any scratch- technologically identical. The new GOLD RDM also has an improved geometry
370 400 430 460 490 ing or abrasion. The white surface material gives special protection against strong with a more prominent top diameter for greater flex dynamics. Similarly, the en- 370 400 430
exposure to the sun by effectively preventing thermal overstress and heat penetrat- tire mast is sealed with the white polyamide surface to protect it against abrasion.
ing critical areas. This reduces material decay and maintains bend curve absolutely
constant long-term. Overall, a top-quality, versatile mast made even more durable.

S ILV ER S D M S ILV ER RD M
2012 2012

S Iz e s The high-quality NorthSails “all-rounder” with a carbon content of 55% and This is the first time that a needle mast with a carbon content of 55% has ever S Iz e s
impressive overall performance. The SILVER mast series is now also produced been produced. As a result, the SILVER RDM enters a price category in which
using [Link], that allows computer-aided ad- no one expected to find thin performance masts. Now a technologically mature
400 430 460 490 justment of the carbon, glass, and resin content. In addition, a heat-sensitive product, the SILVER RDM offers the dynamic advantages of thin shapes and 370 400 430
compression tape squeezes out excess resin, resulting in lower weight and even significantly improved flex tip dynamics. (Comes without RDM adapter.) NEW: The
better flex. The base section comes with white polyamide coating to prevent base section comes with white polyamide coating to prevent scratching, abrasion
scratching, abrasion and thermal overstress. and thermal overstress.

RED S D M r e d RD M
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RED SDM is the universal NorthSails mast line representing excellent value for The long-awaited RDM mast at a favourable price. Now also manufactured using S Iz e s
S Iz e s money. Now also manufactured using [Link]. A [Link] with 35% carbon content. This will give you
35% carbon content guarantees balanced power and high-level durability. The a solid performance and is compatible with many sail brands. The base section
RED line is compatible with many sail brands,that make it the ideal all-rounder. comes with white polyamide coating to prevent scratching, abrasion and thermal 370 400 430
400 430 460 490 The base section comes with white polyamide coating to prevent scratching, overstress.
abrasion and thermal overstress.

CAR B O N . X TE N DER S D M CAR B O N . X TE N DER RD M

2012 2012

PLATINUM 40 An even lighter high-end mast extension based on the PLATINUM PLATINUM 40 The ultimate 40 cm RDM xtender in
series, available in 40 cm for optimum adjustment. PLATINUM construction.

SILVER 40 Longer (40 cm), yet without any negative impact on the bending SILVER 40 A 40 cm longer RDM mast with all the benefits
curve or the durability of our masts. For the first time, it is possible to use
sails with a size difference of up to 3.5 with one and the same mast (for in- * To secure the extended warranty claims please register within 60 days under
stance, the entire S_TYPE line from 6.0 to 9.5 with a single 460 mast)! [Link]/fre/warranties/register
Otherwise just the legal warranty period can be granted!
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e x t e ns i o ns

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since 1981
EXTENSION TECHNOLOGY
F e at u r e s S tat e m e n t s
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These advantages of the new [Link] count for any Windsurfing Journal Germany
range of use and all disciplines: (excerpts edition 1/2010)
“... It is not a marketing nonsense when NorthSails
01 Be it speed, racing or freeride, with the [Link] you can finally appoint claims that you will get faster with the SHOX.
on a dead downwind course without fearing any control problems. XTR. Used on Freerace equipment the difference
Makes every rider 1-2 knots faster, immediately. of about 5 km/h or 2.5 knots. The rougher the
conditions the greater the speed difference is. ...
In the waves, firstly the [Link] dampens landings and delivers a new After jumps the landing is dampened considerably.
level of board control when going down-the-line. The flatter you land the greater the effect. ...
The [Link] is only 98 grams heavier than the
Supports the pop in Freestyling by the rebound. In addition the damping normal [Link]. “
improves reception on landings.
B o a r d U K (2010)
02 Thanks to a level adjuster the travel can be varied between 60 and 80 “… As for the claims of making all sailors
mm, with longer travel for tougher conditions immediately 1-2kts faster, listen up. One tester
and higher waves. returned to the beach saying that he felt faster
without the Shox and was adamant that he’d beaten
03 Of course we have integrated the [Link] ratchet mechanism for his Shox GPS speed. However, the GPS doesn’t lie
SDM as well as RDM masts. And all of this is achieved with only 100g of and he was in actual fact 3kts faster! … All of the
additional weight compared to a standard [Link] extension. testers said that after sailing with a Shox, they’d
01 rather sail with one than be without one. It doesn’t
stop the board from bouncing in chop but certainly
reduces the impact that has on the rig… The Shox
definitely helped people to feel more comfortable
through gybes and blasting over chop, therefore
S H OX . XTR S D M allowing them to push harder and increase their
[Link] 2012
speed…”

P o w e r i s n o t h i ng w i t h o u t c o n t r o l ! [Link], instead of inducing a catapult. In addition Including high end shock absorber Br aw zinho Browne,
the [Link] allows a much smoother rig control. Extension range 2-42 cm Victor Fernandez:
Due to the “Chop Eater” there is a lot less vertically Necessary base sold separately “A few days ago we have used the [Link] for the
The first mast extension with an integrated shock movement of the sail, leading to better aerodynamics first time in Hookipa and were extremely surprised
absorber – a real “chop eater” for more control, more and so to more performance and higher speeds. Tests by the performance. The [Link] feels extremely
speed and more comfort. in international magazines, and the minutes of our nice in the waves. Very smooth on the way out
top riders prove that with the [Link] anyone gets when getting through white water, chop and every
Do your running shoes still have super stiff leather soles? Do you still faster right away. little bump ahead. Also the [Link] dampens
race downhill on a hard-tailed mountain bike? And why must you focus the impact to the board when landing high jumps.
like Michael Schumacher in a Fiat 500 at 150 km/h while a Mercedes But what surprised us the most was when jibing
driver shoots by on the phone at 220 km/h? outside, sometimes with gusty wind and chop
it takes you too long to get planning again and
The magic word is: chassis. A perfectly tuned chassis avoids bounce S H OX . XTR R D M catching a wave. With the new [Link] you have
and oscillation. Only this additional control enables higher speeds. Until that extra balance and can set yourself out faster,
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today only windsurfers have largely believed that only non-compromising with that planning earlier and catching waves
rigidity leads to more performance. The full performance potential of Including high end shock absorber easier! The [Link] will definitely be our first
our windsurfing gear stays unexploited since control problems reduce Extension range 6-42 cm choice from now on.“
speed potential. 2010 we took our first steps toward more control with Necessary base sold separately
the launch of our new iFRONT head with controlled suspension.

With the [Link] we now present a chassis that has the potential to
change the sport and be as sustainable as the invention mountain bike
suspension… [Link] combines our pioneering [Link] ratchet
mechanism with an integrated high-end shock absorber.

Since windsurfing equipment is clearly exposed to further wind and

weather stresses, high tech Polymers take over the damping function.
During a special procedure these Polymers are resinated with precisely [Link] se
defined air embeddings. Through this process we reach a similar fast
2012
response-behaviour like an air-suspended high- end mountain bike
suspension. Just as a bike suspension fork avoids riders being thrown Fits both [Link] SDM and RDM
off over bumps, steep chop is now simply being “absorbed” by the 80 mm
60 mm

0 mm

Supported by [Link]

03 02
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e x t e ns i o ns

2012
EXTENSION TECHNOLOGY since 1981
EXTENSION RANGE 2012

P O W ER . XT i
2012

S and L*: Uncompromising high-end Race extension with a lever ratio of 1:80 and a longer
lever, which for the first time will also smoothly work with twisted roller blocks (attention:
no loop-loop-go!). For this purpose, two thin rollers are located on the outer side, allowing
the rope to move without friction. This means that even huge Race sails with enormous
trimming forces can be used, since all three rollers on the sail block can be used. Of
course, the new [Link] also features a finest-quality, indestructible Dyneema rope.

P O W ER . XTR
2012

S and L*: The 15 cm long lever results in an incredible power ratio of approx. 1:60.
Therefore the [Link] comes with just one open roller enabling loop-loop-go
(fastest and easiest way to rig a sail). The new 6-screw cleat plate and the tougher
material of the extension tube can easily withstand the downhaul tension of very large
sails, which can be fully trimmed with just one hand. Moreover, the indestructible
Dyneema rope helps reduce friction.

P O W ER . XT
More than 25 y e ars ago, it wa s the quick rele a se boom; today, it‘s the POWER. XT

Both represented a revolution in windsurfing. Meanwhile, the [Link] has been the state of the art for several years, and those who
try it don’t want to live without it, because the [Link] is the first and only mast extension with an integrated lever that can manage all P I N L OC K . XT
trim forces while allowing for perfect trimming even on the water! As a result, even children can completely handle the downhaul tension
2012
of modern slalom sails and accurately adjust any profile within seconds.
S and L*: The classic extension for traditionalists, identical with [Link], yet without its
lever mechanism. The same friction-free and easy-to-use pulley arrangement facilitates
trimming and reduces the time needed to get on the water.

F EATURE S
2012

Adva n ta g e s whe n s e t t ing u p Adva n ta g e s o n t he wat e r:

t he s a il :
later adjustments can be made on the water
faster build-up (e.g. when the wind speed changes) P I N L OC K . XT R D M
(insert rope – tighten – pull ratchet, ready!)
2012
greater safety
significantly less effort is required S and L*: The classic extension designed especially for thin RDM masts
(power ratio approx. 1/30 - 1/80) sail performance and wind range are exploited to with a small cross-section (no photo).
the full
no need for trimming tools
(e.g. „easy-rig“ or harness hook) *SDM: S = 2 – 28 cm/L = 2 – 42 cm
*RDM: S = 5 – 28 cm/L = 5 – 42 cm

Supported by [Link]
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H AR N E SS E S

2012
HARNESS TECHNOLOGY since 1981
HARNESS RANGE 2012

CRO S S a i r / CROSS (no Photo) Facts

2012

Provides ideal freedom of movement on the wave, wav e < > freeride
optionally available with or without CONTOUR.
AIRBAG. An anti-slip, wrinkle-free 3D neoprene XS, S, M, L, XL
inner belt and the new contour-moulded back plate black-white-blackberry
distributes pressure over the entire pelvis, ensu- High hook position
ring optimum fit. Optional front protectors can be
attached to the hook. The CROSS also features the
new [Link] on the outside and two 3D
[Link] (only CROSS AIR) on the
inside, providing for an excellent fit and effectively
preventing the harness from slipping upwards.
Two-point strap system. An XS size was specially
developed for ladies.

X . O V ER AIR Facts
2012

Probably the most versatile windsurfing harness on wav e < > r ace
the market! The secret’s in the detachable seat sec-
tion. With the seat section the [Link] is a perfect S, M, L, XL
race harness. With seat section removed it’s identi- black-white-blackberry
cal to the CROSS AIR and perfect for use in waves. Low to medium hook position
The [Link] delivers an ideal fit. This is
supported by four new [Link] on the
outside and two 3D [Link] inside,
that make the harness softer and more elastic in
both these spots.
the Airbag Re volution
Th e m o s t d e c i s i v e c r i t e r i o n f o r a h a r n e ss i s t h e f i t.
X . S EAT Facts
2012

F EATURE S Completely redesigned Performance seat harness freeride < > race
with a higher, contoured back plate, which corre-
2012
sponds in every detail with the requirements of the XS, S, M, L, XL
Since people are built differently, we have devised the ultimate solu- I n n o v a t i v e m a t e r i a l m i x t u r e We are also World Cup team. Noticeably better ergonomics and black-white-blackberry
tion for individual adjustment: the integrated CONTOUR . AIR B AG . exploring new ways in harness construction to achieve the significantly increased lumbar support compared to Low to medium hook position
These inflatable air chambers are located in the lumbar spine area and ideal combination of direct power transfer and pleasant previous seat harnesses. 3D shaping and STRETCH.
can be perfectly adjusted to the contours of the rider‘s body. comfort. Against the current trend of fully moulded waist FIT neoprene inserts highlight the very wide range
At the same time, they gently absorb peak loads and evenly distribute harnesses, we intentionally use only partially moulded parts. of applications. Four-point strap system.
them on a larger area. Using the variable air pressure, the rider can vary The reason is that fully moulded harnesses consist of a single
absorption between extremely soft and sporty-hard. Harnesses have foam density, so that they are equally hard everywhere. Al-
never been more comfortable. though this type of construction looks spectacular, it can‘t be
really comfortable. Therefore, we combine classic materials
NorthSails WUNDER . B AR The culmination of comfort and safety! with three-dimensional components. We use foams of differ-
Thanks to the patented closure, the webbing strap only needs to be ad- ent type, hardness, and form, allowing us to adjust the differ-
justed once and never needs to be readjusted again. Getting in and out ent harness parts to the respective requirements and keep
of the harness is now very fast, thanks to the „u-claw“, which also reli- the harness flexible. All 3D patches are covered with very soft
ably prevents unintentional opening of the harness even under extreme Lycra to avoid grazing the skin when surfing stripped to the
conditions. waist.
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TU N I N G PART S

2012
since 1981
TUNING Parts 2012
High-quality, functional tuning parts and accessories are the indispensable elements of a perfect day.
Therefore, we dedicate a lot of time and care to the development of our accessories and their functionality,
durability, and comfort. Of course, always keeping in mind the legendary NorthSails guarantee for long-term
compatibility!

Bases
2012

07 STAR P LATE + P OWER J OINT

fin box mast base system with
original Boge Powerjoint
results in unsurpassed longevity.
NorthSails Pin release system

08 Race Base
fin box mast base system with
Polyurethane tendon, used by most
07 08 professional sailors. NorthSails Pin
release system

Outhaul Kits
2012

09 Outhaul Kit Race

maximizes the tuning range of your
sails, an absolute essential for
Racing or large Performance sails

10 Outhaul Kit Basic

Uph a u ls less bulky than the Outhaul Kit
Race this is the ideal choice for
2012
Crossover or even Wave-Freestyle
01 n e w : Up h a u l C o z y 09 10 sails
extra fluffy, extra cool

02 Up h a u l L i n e P r o
extremely light, doesn‘t swing Protectors
2012

11 Mast Base Protector

pre-formed EVA protector for your
01 02 toes

h a r n e ss L i n e s 12 Boom /Mast Protector

foam padded mast shell protects
2012
the board-nose from impact caused
03 Fixor Lines by catapults
low stretch rope with a tough
transparent tube 11 12

20/22 /24/26/28/30 Inch

04 Fixor Pro Lines

replaceable without demounting
the tail end 2 0 / 2 2 / 2 4 / 2 6 / 2 8 / 3 0 R a c k Pa d
Inch
2012

05 Adjustor Lines
individually cut down the lines to 03 04 05 06 13 Roof R ack Pa d
your preferred length for use with oval or round racks,
foam padding, Velcro closure
14
06 Va r i o R ac e L ine s
on-the-fly length adjustable racing
harness lines
2 2-2 8 / 26 - 3 2 Inch
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TEAM W EAR

2012
2012

10

T e a m W e a r 2 0 12
2012

01 B ASE B ALL CA P
[Link]
one size fits all
02 Beanie
grey/ blackberry
one size fits all
03 Cuba Cap
BLACK
one size fits all
01 02 03

04 FUNCTIONAL HOODED LOGO

[Link]
S-XL
05 LS T - SHIRT LOGO
white
S-XL
06 SS P OLO
[Link]
S-XL
04 05 06

07 SOFTSHELL J AC K ET
white
S-XL
08 SS T - SHIRT LOGO
BLACK
S-XL
09 l e a t h e r w a l l e t LOGO
Black

07 08 09

10 HOODED ZI P P ER - LOGO WIND J AC K ET L o g o B e l t

white white (no photo) black (no photo)
S-XL S-XL 105 cm/115 cm Browne
BRA105

SS = Short Sleeve / LS = Long Sleeve

 NorthSails windsurf technology s i n c e 1 9 8 1 78 79 N o r t h S a i l s 2012
Differentation
overview

2012
SAIL Differentation
P ER F ORMA N CE CRO S S O V ER
Planing Planing
s_type Natural
x_type curve
(in comparision to racing) ram F12 DRIVE grom

fernÁndez
e42

d r a f t s ta b i l i t y/ v- m a x d r a f t s ta b i l i t y
s_type Natural
x_type curve
(in comparision to racing) ram F12 DRIVE grom

handling handling
s_type Natural
x_type curve
(in comparision to racing) ram F12 DRIVE grom

W A V E < > F REE S T Y L E

wind r ange* ON / OFF Sail feeling

duke
ID

Pro‘s + Con‘s Wave sails

ice/ice hd
Hero
PLANING draft stability Elastic Direct

H ERO ID
physical sail weight (5.0) Sail feeling artificial sail weight (5.0)
2012 2012

+ Earliest planing wave sail in the NorthSails range + Best of both worlds: up to 5.0 based on the ICE design, duke 3.80 (2011: 4.15) 3.75
+ Most draft back wave sail in the range > pull on both larger sizes based on the DUKE ID 3.10 3.15
hands gives you extra balance/stability + Use of ODL (high-tech Yachting laminate) makes the ID by ice 3.75 (2011: 4.10) 3.65
+ Most draft back wave sail in the range > works best on far our lightest wave sail (up to 700g lighter than ICE and ice hd 3.80 (2011: 4.15) 3.70
multi-fin wave boards and/or single-fin boards on flat DUKE) Hero 3.60 3.65
water + Use of ODL makes the ID more elastic (better to pump) heavy light
+ 4-batten design > most elastic and easiest to pump wave than ICE and DUKE
sail in the range
- Due to the fact that the ODL laminate is less than half
- Least draft stable wave sail in the range as thick as regular XPly the UV-resistance is limited > physical sail weight (5.0) te ar strength uv-longe vit y* *
- Too much backhand pressure for single-fin down the line warranty limited to 2 years
“carving” style duke 3.80 (2011: 4.15)
ID 3.10
ice 3.75 (2011: 4.10)
ICE DUKE ice hd 3.80 (2011: 4.15)
Hero 3.60
2012 2012

+ Most draft stable wave sail in the range, makes it + Most versatile wave sail in the range bridging from flat
unbeatable in nuking gusty conditions water freestyle (or even freeride) up to power wave sailing
+ Most draft forward wave sail in the range > ideal on + Biggest wind range of all wave sails in the range dr af t position ide al board
single-fin down the line wave boards
+ Most draft forward wave sail in the range > best on-off - Too grunty/direct for light-weight guys in the waves duke * o n a HERO you get planing as if your
ID sail was 0.2 m 2 smaller than a DUKE or
- Least powerful wave sail in the range ice/ice hd 0.3 m 2 smaller than an ID or an ICE. But
- Not enough backhand power for typical multi-fin wave style Hero you also need to change down earlier
back front single-fin multi-fin accordingly
** L
 aying flat on the beach under direct
sun light
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Sail overview

Performance
S _ TY P E PERFORMANCE [Link]
2012 Size 6.0 6.6 7.3 7.8 8.4 9.5

Boom max (cm) 186 189 205 210 226 239

Luff max (cm) 456 464 4.76 484 490 520
Vario Top • -- -- - -- --
Battens 6 6 6 6 7 7
Camber 3/2 3/2 3/2 3/2 3/2 3/2
Weight (kg) 4.5 4.7 4.9 5.1 5.4 5.8

**/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/**

RAC i ng
Mast: Best/Alternative
Mast: Best/Alternative Length (cm) 430/460 460/430 460 460/490 490/460 490/460+CX
Mast: Best/Alternative Geometry SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/--

WAR P F 2 0 1 1 WORLD CUP RACING

Size 5.2 5.7 6.3 7.0 7.8 8.6 9.3 10.0 11.0 12.0 X _ TY P E PERFORMANCE [Link]
Size 5.4 6.0 6.6 7.3 7.8 8.2
Boom max (cm) 191 198 198 213 229 230 251 256 268 285
Luff max (cm) 415 434 455 476 499 512 526 545 558 560 Boom max (cm) 177 182 188 197 208 213
Vario Top -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Luff max (cm) 443 464 463 481 492 500
Battens 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 Vario Top • • -- -- -- --
Camber 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Battens 6 6 7 7 7 7
Weight (kg) 4.8 5.0 5.2 5.6 6.0 6.3 6.6 7.0 7.3 7.8 Camber -- -- -- -- -- --
Mast: Best/Alternative
**** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** **** Weight (kg) 3.9 4.1 4.35 4.6 4.8 4.95
Mast: Best/Alternative Length (cm) 400/370 400 430 460 490/460 490 520 520 520/550 550/520
Mast: Best/Alternative Geometry SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/--
Mast: Best/Alternative
**/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/**
Mast: Best/Alternative Length (cm) 430/460 430/460 430/460 460 460/490 460/490
Mast: Best/Alternative Geometry SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/--

RAM F 1 2 SLALOM
Size 5.2 5.7 6.3 7.0 7.8 8.6 9.3

Boom max (cm) 185 192 198 209 222 233 248
Luff max (cm) 411 431 453 476 498 519 528
Vario Top -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Battens
Camber
7
3
7
3
7
3
7
3
7
3
7
3
7
3 F r e e s t yl e < > W a v e
Weight (kg) 4.6 4.8 5.0 5.3 5.6 5.9 6.2
Mast: Best/Alternative
**/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** DU K E POWER WAVE-FREESTYLE
Mast: Best/Alternative Length (cm) 400 430/400 430 460 490/460 490 520/490 Size 4.7 5.0 5.4 5.9 6.4 6.9
Mast: Best/Alternative Geometry SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/-- SDM/--
Boom max (cm) 167 172 179 181 193 200
Luff max (cm) 416 422 435 449 456 468
Vario Top • • -- -- -- --
Battens 5 5 5 5 5 5
Weight (kg) 3.7 3.8 3.9 4.15 4.25 4.55
Mast: Best/Alternative
**/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/**
Mast: Best/Alternative Length (cm) 400 400/430 430/400 430 430 430/460
Mast: Best/Alternative Geometry RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM

CRO S S O V ER
ID ULTRALIGHT WAVE-FREESTYLE
NATURAL CROSSOVER [Link] Size 4.2 4.5 4.7 5.0 5.4 5.9 6.4
Size 4.5 4.9 5.4 5.8 6.2 6.6 7.3 7.8
Boom max (cm) 155 160 165 170 179 181 187
Boom max (cm) 164 175 179 184 186 189 196 207 Luff max (cm) 398 406 406 415 435 447 457
Luff max (cm) 408 428 440 453 463 463 480 493 Vario Top • -- -- -- -- -- --
Vario Top • • -- -- -- -- -- -- Battens 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Battens 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 Weight (kg) 2.8 2.9 2.95 3.1 3.3 3.4 3.55
Weight (kg) 3.4 3.5 3.65 3.8 4.1 4.3 4.55 4.75 Mast: Best/Alternative
**/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/**
Mast: Best/Alternative Length (cm) 370/400 400/370 400/370 400 430/400 430 430
Mast: Best/Alternative
**/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** Mast: Best/Alternative Geometry RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM
Mast: Best/Alternative Length (cm) 400/430 400/430 430/400 430 430/460 430/460 460 460/490
Mast: Best/Alternative Geometry SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM/-- SDM/--

ICE / ICE HD WORLD CUP WAVE

CUR V E CROSSOVER ENTRY Size 3.4 3.7 4.0 4.2 4.5 4.7 5.0 5.3 5.7 6.2
Size 4.2 4.7 5.4 5.8 6.4
Boom max (cm) 142 146 153 156 161 166 170 173 179 190
Boom max (cm) 161 169 179 183 192 Luff max (cm) 358 374 386 398 406 405 415 436 439 452
Luff max (cm) 389 416 439 451 457 Vario Top • • • • • -- -- -- -- --
Vario Top • • -- -- -- Battens 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Battens 5 5 5 5 5 Weight (kg) 3.1/3.15 3.2/3.25 3.3/3.35 3.4/3.45 3.5/3.55 3.6/3.65 3.75/3.8 3.9/3.95 4.0/4.05 4.25/4.3
Weight (kg) 3.2 3.35 3.55 3.7 3.9 Mast: Best/Alternative(RDM only!)
**/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/**
Mast: Best/Alternative Length (cm) 370/400 370/400 370/400 370/400 400/370 400 400 430/400 430/400 430/400+CX
Mast: Best/Alternative
**/** **/** **/** **/** **/** Mast: Best/Alternative Geometry RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM RDM/SDM also available also available also available
Mast: Best/Alternative Length (cm) 400/430 400/430 430/400 430 430 as ICE HD as ICE HD as ICE HD
Mast: Best/Alternative Geometry SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM/RDM

HERO 4-BATTEN WAVE

DRI V E GROM CROSSOVER KIDS Size 3.4 3.7 4.0 4.2 4.5 4.7 5.0 5.3 5.6
Size 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5
Boom max (cm) 140 143 148 153 159 165 171 173 178
Boom max (cm) 98 118 119 129 142 150 Luff max (cm) 361 371 380 389 401 405 410 435 436
Luff max (cm) 199 199 260 290 318 327 Vario Top • • • • • -- -- -- --
Vario Top • • • • • • Battens 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
Battens 2 2 3 3 3 4 Weight (kg) 3.0 3.1 3.25 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8
Weight (kg) 1.15 1.3 1.55 1.7 1.9
EPX Carbon/
2.2
EPX Carbon/
Mast: Best/Alternative(RDM only!)
**/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/** **/**
Mast: Best/Alternative EPX ALU EPX Alu EPX Alu EPX Alu EPX Alu EPX Alu Mast: Best/Alternative Length (cm) 370/400 370/400 370/400 370/400 400/370 400/370 400 430/400 430
Mast: Best/Alternative Length (cm) 200 200 260/290 260/290 360 360 Mast: Best/Alternative Geometry RDM/-- RDM/-- RDM/-- RDM/-- RDM/-- RDM/-- RDM/-- RDM/-- RDM/--

*
** PLATINUM Series ** GOLD Series
CX = [Link] 40 cm
 NorthSails windsurf technology s i n c e 1 9 8 1 82 83 N o r t h S a i l s 2012
Boom+Mast
overview

2012

Boom Length (Cm) 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 220 240 mast length (cm) 370 400 430 460 490 520 550
SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM/RDM SDM SDM SDM SDM

P l at i n u m S e r i e s New School New School Racing Racing Racing

2012 platinum SDM/rdm • • • • • • •

Length (cm) 140 - 190 150 - 200 170 - 220 190 - 250 240 - 290 2012

Sail Range (12) 3.0 - 6.3 4.0 - 6.9 5.2 - 7.8 5.7 - 9.5 9.3 - 12.0 IMCS 17/17 19/19 21/21 25 28 32 36

Weight (kg) 2.3 2.4 2.7 3.0 3.4 Sail Range SDM (12) 3.0 - 4.5 3.7 - 5.7 5.0 - 6.9 5.4 - 8.4 (9.5*) 8.0 - 9.0 9.0 - 12.0 11.0 - 12.0

Boom Diameter (mm) 28 28 28 30 30 Sail Range RDM (12) 3.0 - 4.5 3.7 - 5.7 (6.2*) 5.3 - 6.9 -- -- -- --

Rdm Adapter incl. • • -- -- -- Weight (kg) 1.4/1.4 1.6/1.6 1.7/1.8 1.9 2.0 2.2 2.4

Tail End System inside tailend inside tailend inside tailend onebody outside onebody outside Carbon (%) 100/100 100/100 100/100 100 100 100 100

G O L D Rs S e r i e s Racing Racing G O L D S D M / Rd m • • • • • • •

2012 2012

Length (cm) 170 - 210 190 - 250 IMCS 17/17 19/19 21/21 25 28 -- --

Sail Range (12) 5.2 - 7.0 5.7 - 9.5 Sail Range SDM (12) 3.0 - 4.5 3.7 - 5.7 5.0 - 6.9 5.4 - 8.4 (9.5*) 8.0 - 9.0 -- --

Weight (kg) 3.1 3.5 Sail Range RDM (12) 3.0 - 4.5 3.7 - 5.7 (6.2*) 5.3 - 6.9 -- -- -- --

Boom Diameter (mm) 30 30 Weight (kg) 1.5/1.6 1.7/1.8 1.8/2.0 2.0 2.25 -- --

Rdm Adapter incl. -- -- Carbon (%) 75/75 75/75 75/75 75 75 -- --

Tail End System outside tailend outside tailend

s i lv e r S D M / Rd m • • • • • • •

S i lv e r H d S e r i e s New School New School New School Classic Classic 2012

2012 IMCS 17 19/19 21/21 25 28 -- --

Length (cm) 140 - 190 150 - 200 160 - 210 180 - 230 200 - 250 Sail Range SDM (12) -- 3.7 - 5.7 5.0 - 6.9 5.4 - 8.4 (9.5*) 8.0 - 9.0 -- --

Sail Range (12) 3.0 - 5.9 4.2 - 6.4 4.5 - 7.0 5.7 - 8.2 7.3 - 9.5 Sail Range RDM (12) 3.0 - 4.5 3.7 - 5.7 (6.2*) 5.3 - 6.9 -- -- -- --

Weight (kg) 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.8 3.0 Weight (kg) 1.9 2.1/2.0 2.2/2.2 2.4 2.55 -- --

Boom Diameter (mm) 28 28 28 30 30 Carbon (%) 55 55/55 55/55 55 55 -- --

Rdm Adapter incl. • • -- -- --

RE D S D M / R D M • • • • • • •

Red Series Progressive Progressive Classic Classic 2012

2012 IMCS 17 19/19 21/21 25 28 -- --

Length (cm) 140 - 190 150 - 200 160 - 210 180 - 230 Sail Range SDM (12) -- 3.7 - 5.7 5.0 - 6.9 5.4 - 8.4 (9.5*) 8.0 - 9.0 -- --

Sail Range (12) 3.0 - 5.9 4.2 - 6.4 4.2 - 7.0 5.7 - 8.2 Sail Range RDM (12) 3.0 - 4.5 3.7 - 5.7 (6.2*) 5.3 - 6.9 -- -- -- --

Weight (kg) 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.8 Weight (kg) 2.3 2.3/2.5 2.4/2.7 2.7 2.9 -- --

Boom Diameter (mm) 28 28 30 30 Carbon (%) 35 35/35 35/35 35 35 -- --

Rdm Adapter incl. -- -- -- --

*when used with [Link]
SDM = Standard Diameter / RDM = Reduced Diameter

NorthSails [Link] Perfectly matching components. NorthSails [Link] Perfectly matching components.

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Category High End Performance Intermediate Entry Category High End Performance Intermediate Entry

TEG RA
Performance/Stiffness 100% 90% 85% 70% Performance/Reflex-Speed 100% 90% 70% 60%

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Mast: Best/Alternativefor this boom PLATINUM GOLD SILVER RED Best boom for this mast PLATINUM GOLD RS SILVER HD RED E C

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