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ArmourWeb
ArmourWeb is constructed from full polyester yarns layered in four directions (+/- 40 degrees + 90 and 180 degrees) creating an interlaced woven web for high tear resistance. Used in the high load areas of the Flatwater sails.
ArmourWeb Dyneema®
Durable, flat polyester yarns at 90 and 180 degrees, interlaced with ultra-strong Dyneema® yarns at +/- 40 degrees for optimum tear resistance and lightweight. Used on all coloured film of the Wave, Race, Kids and X-Over sails.
ArmourWeb HD Dyneema®
Durable, thick polyester yarns at 90 and 180 degrees, interlaced with the ultra-strong Dyneema® yarns at +/- 40 degrees for optimum tear resistance and durability. Used along the top perimeter of the Wave, X-Over, Kids and SUP sails, preventing damage in critical areas.
ClearWeb Dyneema®
Bi-directional interlaced flat Dyneema® yarns for the perfect balance of tear resistance and visibility. Available on Combat, Fusion HD and Experience.
Custom Internal Printing
Our custom printing technology allows us to print the films prior to lamination giving us the flexibility to use multi-coloured, custom graphics. The print is of minimal thickness, reducing weight and producing a higher definition of colour. During lamination the printed side is placed on the inside of the film so there is no need to worry about wear. Your sails will forever remain looking bright and fresh.
Twin Seams
Twice the muscle and twice the endurance. Double stitching is now used on all critical seams on all sails allowing them to endure prolonged exposure to high loads and impacts.
Dyneema®
In order to be able to reduce the weight of the sails we developed a completely new range of laminate materials, which are using Dyneema® yarns as a rip-stop. Dyneema® has a similar breaking strength to KevlarTM, but much better UV resistance, making it a fibre of choice for this application. Application of this highstrength rip-stop grid allowed us to use thinner films in new laminates to significantly reduce weight while improving durability at the same time. To ensure strong multi layer lamination, the Dyneema® yarns used in NeilPryde sails are treated to insure optimum bonding within the film lamination. Dyneema® used in the diagonal direction yarn and combined with a polyester grid for optimum strength.
Sail
Features
Mast tip chafe protector and 3D moulded Head Fairing
Protects the top of the sail from abrasion damage. Also includes an easy de-rigging loop.
High Grade Plastic Batcams
Positive lock BatCams. Allows the rider to precisely tune and set the batten tension. Easy to open when replacing battens or adjusting batten tension. No tools required for tension adjustment UV resistant material.
Polyurethane (PU) moulded batten end chafe protector
Protects the ends of the batten pockets from abrasion damage when rigging and de-rigging.
Rubber Foot Piping
Protects the foot edge of the sail from wear caused by the non-skid on the deck of the board.
Composite mini leech battens
Aerodynamic composite mini battens are sewn directly onto the upper sections of the sail for added stability and durability – without a significant increase in weight.
Triple roller tack
A solid metal tack fitting of heavy duty construction. Three large nickel plated rollers offering minimal downhaul friction over an extended lifespan.
Sail toggle
All NeilPryde sails include an elastic loop and sail toggle system for keeping the sail rolled up during storage.
Boom position reference points
To help you remember exactly where you like to have your boom positioned.
Full KevlarTM tape leech reinforcement
As KevlarTM provides ultimate strength to weight ratio for sail making fibers we chose to use fully woven, adhesive KevlarTM tape around the entire leech and foot parameter on the 2012 sails. This tape stabilises the shape of the leech and foot by preventing any stretch along these extreme parameter load lines. At the same time it provides perfect stitch holding and prevents sails ripping through. Since KevlarTM is sensitive to UV we take care that any time we use KevlarTM in the sail it is completely covered by other materials in order for it to keep its properties after years of use.
Laminated KevlarTM Radial Reinforcement on clew and tack :
As ultimate strength to weight ratio fiber with very good adhesion properties, KevlarTM is a natural choice when constructing our radial clew and tack load oriented reinforcements. These are constructed by fully laminating KevlarTM strips along the load lines, all of them originating at the clew grommet or tack pulley. As they are spreading out along the load directions they are naturally thinning down, making for a perfect, gradual thickness and load distribution.
Battens
NeilPryde component batten system. A sail model and size specific batten system - permitting placement of the draft at the optimal location. This maximizes the sails' performance for the given design objectives and ensures overall stability across a wide wind range. - Rod batten: Wave / X-Over sails: Solid fiberglass for optimum durability - Rod / tube battens: Flatwater / Race sails: Solid fiberglass batten front combined with hollow tube for lightness and profile stability.
3D Moulded tack fairing
Completely encloses all pulleys and base elements. This helps protect the deck of the board from impact damage. Manufactured from heat moulded closed cell foam to offer maximum protection and minimal weight without water absorption. Includes an uphaul hole for a clean attachment of the uphaul rope. Neoprene front piece makes it easy to fold the tack fairing back when threading the downhaul rope through the sail's tack pulley.
Compact Clew
The Compact Clew improves control of the sail in three ways: reduced boom length, a more compact outline with rider-focused surface area and improved sail twist. Available on Wave and X-Over sails.
Dynamic Compact Clew
With the Dynamic Compact Clew, where the clew is positioned forward from the trailing edge, the profile behind the clew is able to twist off when wind pressure increases. The sail automatically adjusts its shape, preventing the draft from moving back and controlling excess power. Available on Hellcat and H2 sails.
ULTRACAM FREERIDE
Smaller version of the Ultracam. Supports accurate development of the sail's leading edge. Promotes draft stability and enhances rotation. Available on H2.