Plachta Neilpryde Rs Flight

TWIST SHAPING CONCEPT

The twist shaping concept incorporates powerful, forward-oriented lower body profile together with increased twist and profile reduction in the mid-body area of the sail. This concept retains power and acceleration while at the same time increases the release in the lower leech area. As a result, the new R:FLIGHT can be sailed with more rake angle, increasing lift on the fin and improving top-end acceleration and speed. At the same time head twist is controlled in order to keep consistent pressure on the mast foot and prevent the nose of the board from lifting in gusts.

PROGRESSIVE ASPECT RATIO

RS:FLIGHT features progressive aspect ratios across different sail sizes in order to address the specific functionality. Higher aspect ratio in larger sizes (7.8 and up) increases light wind efficiency and performance of the rig as well as improving maneuverability at the marks by reducing the boom length. Lower aspect ratio in smaller sizes (7.0 and down) helps maintain top-end control and stability by focusing the sail center of effort around the rider area where it is easier to control.

DUAL BOOM LENGTH DYNAMIC COMPACT CLEW

The dual boom length options, allows for the rider to adapt the sail's performance to various conditions. Outer clew position can be used when you are looking for extra power and upwind lift while the inside clew setting provides better power release and control. Those performance adjustments are made possible by the outer position supporting (locking) the lower leech twist for increased power, while the inner position allows the lower leech to twist freely making it release excessive power while locking the draft forward.

SEAMLESS LEADING EDGE

The evolution of component sleeve construction completely eliminates the front seam along the sail leading edge. This increases precision during the assembly process, reduces weight at the leading edge, creates a perfectly clean profile entry and eliminates a weak spot in construction at the exposed leading edge by removing any stitching that could come in contact with the mast.

COMPONENT SLEEVE CONSTRUCTION

Combining materials with specific properties in the RS:FLIGHT sleeve allowed us to achieve optimum profile entry stability and elasticity, critical for rotation and light weight. Front section (1) is made from Luff Glide woven material that has the necessary elasticity and durability to resist wear from direct mast contact. A low stretch Dyneema ArmourWeb section (2) can take high downhaul tension and is critical in stabilising the profile entry, providing smooth bridging between Ultra Cams. Tetoron is used for central-rear part of the sleeve (3) as this material combines elasticity, durability and light weight. Elasticity is critical to keep soft rotation as well as improves pumping performance in light wind.

QUADRUPLE LUFF PANEL LAYOUT

RS:FLIGHT features four continuous luff panels that carry most of the sail body shaping. This configuration stabilises the critical section draft position while also providing lightweight yet stretch-resistant way of increasing the film thickness proportional with downhaul load distribution. Continuous panels eliminated horizontal seams crossing the highly loaded leading edge, which increases response of the sail as well as durability. Introduction of this extremely stable leading edge platform that is able to take very high downhaul loads allowed us to integrate Clear Pocket construction in the remaining sail body.

1 MINI BATCAM

2 CARBON LEECH MINI BATTENS

3 LOOPSTERS

4 BATCAM SCREW ADJUSTER

5 MINI CARBON BATTENS

Streamline and reduce weight in critical upper leech.

Provide max support with minimum weight.

Allowing easy rigging through loop to loop system that reduces the friction and eliminates any crossing lines (crucial when using adjustable outhaul system).

For easy and precise tension application.

For a smoother leading edge in the upper area where no cams are used.

6 THREE-PIECE CAM BATTENS

7 KEVLAR BATTEN BRIDGES

8 AERODYNAMIC BOOM CUTOUT CLOSURE

9 BATTEN CHAFE PROTECTION

10 3X ULTRACAMS

Prevents the apparent wind from blowing into the mast sleeve and generating drag

Abrasion resistant PU print to help protect the battens from damage caused by rigging or boom contact.

11 CLEAR POCKET BATTEN SLEEVE