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 2011, it has been completely redesigned and got a more compact shape with a slightly longer CROSS.BATTEN similar to the highly successful WARP F2010. This increased chord has an extremely positive effect on the acceleration!
As a result the new S_TYPE has an even better low end push and better than any other sail combines acceleration with impressive performance and plenty of speed - without compromising rig steering and handling! One can immediately feel that this sail incorporates not only all our experience from the NORTH SAILS racing range, but also the power and the latest features of the RAM F10. It‘s fascinating too that that the S_TYPE has gained functionality and is no even more suitable for a larger range of board types.
This is partly due to the familiar SWITCHABLE.CAM.OPTION allowing the sail to be ridden with either 3 or 2 cambers. Now it’s the foot cam which can be removed. The proven CUTAWAY.CLEW outhaul significantly improves handling thanks to a shorter boom and reduced rotation forces.
Another reason is the medium-size CONICAL.AERO.SLEEVE.DESIGN mast pocket. This represents the ideal compromise between optimum propulsion and comfortable waterstart behavior. Regardless whether at high speed or simply cruising and jibing, the S_TYPE has many faces - the perfect universal performer.
As to its durability: Apart from legendary features such as DOUBLE.SEAM and DURATECH.FOOT, we gave the CROSS.BATTEN additional seam protection to prevent chafing. Simply ingenious: All S_TYPE sizes work with one mast length!
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 CROSS .BATTEN similar to the highly successful WARP F2011.
Better than any other freerace sail the new S_TYPE combines acceleration with impressive performance and plenty of speed - without compromising rig steering and handling!
One can immediately feel that this sail incorporates not only all our experience from the NorthSails racing range, but also the power and the latest features of the RAM F12. It‘s fascinating too that the S_TYPE has gained functionality and is now even more suitable for a larger range of board types. This is mainly due to the familiar SWITCH.CA M.OPTION allowing the sail to be ridden with either 3 or 2 cambers (foot cam which can be removed).
Another reason for the huge range of use is the medium-size CONICAL.AERO.SLEEVE.DESIGN mast pocket. This represents the ideal compromise between optimum propulsion and comfortable waterstart behaviour. Regardless whether at high speed or simpl y cruising and jibing, the S_TYPE has many faces - the perfect universal performer.
As to its durability: Apart from legendary features such as DOUBLE.SEAM and DURATECH.FOOT, we gave the CROSS.BATTEN additional seam protection to prevent chafing. Simply ingenious: All S_TYPE sizes work with one mast length!
KEY FEATURES
> 01 NEW: iBUMPER, the most advanced and effective molded mast protector
> 02 NEW: increased power through increased pre-shaping in the boom and foot area
> 03 Lower aspect ratio makes for increased acceleration after start and jibing
> 04 MINIMUM.MAST.CONCEPT: one mast(460-25) fits all sizes
> 05 HYPER.CAM - the first hard camber that rotates like a soft cam
> 06 SWITCH.CAM.OPTION 3/2: 3 cams for max. performance - 2 cams for improved handling
Powerful acceleration, light in the hands, and a huge wind range!
In order to support the growth and development of the Techno 293 OD and Hybrid classes, BIC Windsurf developed the One Design Rig package for use specifically by youth sailors on hybrid boards. This rig package has been designed to be raced in the widest wind range possible, representing the best possible compromise between light wind pumping performance and high wind planing performance. The key features of these rigs include:
A huge wind range: from 6 to 30 knots. By tuning the downhaul and outhaul, the sail can be rigged either very full with a tight leech, or very flat with an open leech.
A draft placement at approx. 40% from the front of the sail (freeride sails = 30% / sub-planing sails = 50%), offering the best compromise between lightwind performance and high wind control.
6 batten / 2 cam configuration for the best compromise between weight and performance.
A very stable profile for ease of use and control in the high winds.
A tack strap tensioner for maximum tuning range and power in light winds.
X-Ply reinforcements in critical areas, durable luff pocket material and webbing batten tensioners for ease of use and practicality in a club and racing environment. Though you may not win every race in all wind conditions, the goal of the One Design sails is to make sure that you have the tools to win the regatta!
Delivered in a very practical sail bag that includes additional pockets for storing the mast and the mast base, and the possiblity to attach the boom so that it can be carried «all in one».
The rig package includes the items mentioned under the heading "Related products" on the left-hand side of this page.
The latest RAM F12 is like the tough little brother of the World Cup WARP F2011! Even stronger, and with a special and user-friendly character it matches the fastest WARP we’ve ever built. During its further development for 2012 two aspects were paramount: Improved handling and performance optimization through the entire range of use.
7 battens, a narrower mast sleeve and the reduced weight make the RAM F12 far less physical to handle than the WARP F2011. The brand-new INDEPENDENT.SHAPING.CONCEPT supports this concept decisively. Instead of just using one kind of shaping for the complete sail (sail body and mast sleeve), for the first time Kai’s worked with 2 separate 3-D profiles for the sail body and mast sleeve. The wind range has improved drastically by an impressive 25%.
Additionally the all-new TWIN.TRIM.CLEW lends further positive range of use. The secret of the TWIN.TRIM.CLEW lies with horizontally placed clew eyelets. The outer clew position provides more power and direct feeling, while the inner position lends superior control and a softer sensation.
The TT.TOP, super stiff BOX.BATTEN and the wide and conical AERO.SLEEVE mast sleeve design features, lead the new RAM F11 to breathtaking top end speeds for both GPS and competition pilots. A missile of this caliber has never been so easy to use and is the secret to it’s success.
KEY FEATURES
> 01 New: iBUMPER, the most advanced and effective molded mast protector
> 02 New: increased power through increased pre-shaping in the boom and foot area
> 03 Lower aspect ratio makes for increased acceleration after start and jibing
> 04 INDEPENDENT.SHAPING.CONCEPT improves rotation, control and acceleration
> 05 TWIN.TRIM.CLEW allows for individual tuning increasing the range of use
> 06 HYPER.CAM - the first hard camber that rotates like a soft cam
