Taking
Care of RS:X
The RS:X is high-performance windsurfing equipment. To get the most out of your RS:X rig you must take care of it and follow the maintenance tips below.
Read or Download RS:X Rigging & Tuning Guide for information on how to set your RS:X up properly and follow the guidelines to ensure its longevity. You can download further information here
Board
To give your board a long life:
1. Always protect your board from the sun when not in use.
The harmful effects of the sun's rays cause all colours to fade.
2. Make sure that the valve is always closed before going into the water.
3. Use NeilPryde RS:X fins and foot straps.
4. Tighten the foot strap screws firmly
but don't over tighten them.
5. The foot strap screws are subject to extreme loads & forces
and should be checked regularly if still tight.
6. Make sure you have no sand in your Deep Tuttle fin box
before you attach the fin.
7. Tighten the Deep Tuttle fin box screws
tightly until the fin base is flush with the bottom.
8. Regularly check your board for holes,
coming from any damage.
9. In case you find any damage
make sure these are sealed and fixed properly before further use.
10. Regularly check the footstraps, dagger-board and mast track mechanism
for any sand or other obstacles that could cause failure.
11. Store your NeilPryde RS:X board in a board bag
to prevent unnecessary sun exposure, scratches, and other wear and tear while the board is not in use.
12. DO NOT store your board wet.
Depending on the water you are sailing in, some times the rails and the bottom of the board may turn yellow. This does not mean that the white is fading because of the sun but it comes from the pollution in the water. It can easily be removed with car polishing cream.
Depending on the water you are sailing in, some times the rails and the bottom of the board may turn yellow. This does not mean that the white is fading because of the sun but it comes from the pollution in the water. It can easily be removed with car polishing cream.
Fin
Windsurfing fins are subject to extreme loads and forces and should be regularly checked for any signs of wear and tear.
The fin used in your board can be seriously damaged by hitting a
The fin used in your board can be seriously damaged by hitting a
solid object or the ground. This damage may not always be visible to the naked eye. Never place yourself in a position where the breakage of your fin would make it impossible to return to shore unaided and without assistance.
The tip, trailing edge and leading edge of these fins are sharp and can cause cuts. Take care to avoid these sharp edges with your hands, legs or feet especially during water starting.
Sail
Care
The following areas should be checked regularly for any signs of wear and tear on your sail:
- Any dents, wrinkles, imperfections or heavy scratches on the monofilm or Dyneema material, particularly around the boom, foot, clew, head and leech of the sail.
- The downhaul pulley attachment point, the clew eyelets, the mast plug attachment point.
To give your sail a long life:
- Any dents, wrinkles, imperfections or heavy scratches on the monofilm or Dyneema material, particularly around the boom, foot, clew, head and leech of the sail.
- The downhaul pulley attachment point, the clew eyelets, the mast plug attachment point.
To give your sail a long life:
1. Always rig your sail on grass if possible.
For rigging instructions, please read the "Rigging and Tuning Guides" that are supplied with every NeilPryde sail. These manuals can also be downloaded here
2. Sails are damaged easily when left to flap in the wind, so take care when the sail is not rigged & under tension (ie. during rigging or de-rigging).
3. Always protect your sail from the sun when not in use. The harmful effects of the sun's rays cause the monofilm material of any sail to breakdown over time. After windsurfing, always de-rig shortly after sailing or protect with a beach cover.
4. Always de-rig your sail after use. For storage, roll the sail tightly from the head, and use the sail bag provided - this helps to prevent premature wear of the monofilm.
5. If possible, store your sail lying flat on the ground & horizontal.
Do not place heavy objects on top of the sail whilst in storage. If it must be stored in a vertical position, ensure that the luff pocket rests on the ground.
6. Always rinse the sail in fresh water
if storing your sail away for the winter or for an extended period of time.
7. Use warm water and mild detergent
to remove persistent dirt.
