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2013 Gaastra Brochure
2013 Gaastra Brochure
Peter Munzlinger, Gaastra Sail Designer, reflects on a successful year with Gaastra, highlighting the introduction of new designs like Pure, Cosmic, and Phantom. For 2013, Gaastra has expanded and clarified its product range, focusing on reducing mast usage and introducing new materials for lighter, stronger, and more UV-resistant sails.
- 2-Ply Laminate: A new material reducing sail weight by over 10%, offering softer handling, better UV resistance, and improved performance.
- 3D Mast and Head Protectors: Designed for maximum shock absorption and minimal weight, protecting against abrasion and impact.
- Radial Panel Layout 2G: Improved layout for locked-in sail shape, smooth profile, and durability.
- Manic and Manic HD: All-round wave sails with a 10% weight reduction, improved durability, and a 2-mast concept for better control and maneuverability.
- Poison: A powerful wave sail with enhanced stability, early planing capabilities, and a compact outline for better control.
The catalogue provides detailed specifications for various sail sizes, including mast compatibility, luff, boom, and batten configurations.
Gaastra's 2013 range emphasizes innovation, durability, and performance, with a focus on lighter and stronger materials. The new designs cater to a wide range of windsurfing conditions, ensuring a superior experience for users.
- Designed for instant power and adaptability to various water conditions.
- Features include lightweight and strong construction, compact design, and a great range of use.
- Specifications cover sizes from 3.3 to 5.4, all compatible with Gaastra 100 RDM masts.
- A 4-batten wave sail designed for radical maneuvers and stability in less than ideal conditions.
- Incorporates a 2-Ply laminate for reduced weight and improved swing weight.
- New size 5.4 introduced, maintaining the 4-batten concept across all sizes.
- Features include radial panel layout, 3D EVA mast protector, and optimized view windows.
- Freestyle sail known for its lightness, direct control, and pop.
- Utilizes a monofilm layout with a dacron luff panel for a direct feel and forgiving nature.
- New size 5.7 added, maintaining a 4-batten configuration across the range.
- Features include radial panel layout, high clew design, and ultimate lightweight construction.
- Versatile sail suitable for various conditions, offering speed and stability.
- Features a 6-batten configuration with tube battens for stability in high winds.
- Incorporates a 2-Ply laminate for weight savings and a smooth leech twist for balanced power output.
- Compatible with both SDM and RDM masts.
- Entry-level sail designed for ease of use and versatility.
- Features C-Film for durability, radial panel layout, and a dacron luff panel for neutral behavior.
- Compatible with a wide range of masts, allowing all sizes to be rigged on one mast and boom.
- No-cam freeride sail designed for speed and ease of control.
- Features include C-Film for durability, radial panel layout, and a dropped clew for improved twist.
- Equipped with 6 battens and compatible with various mast sizes.
- Freeride sail with 2 small cambers for enhanced performance.
- Shares features with the Matrix but includes a wider mast sleeve and camber-induced stability.
- Utilizes C-Film and radial panel layout for durability and performance.
RW discusses his career in windsurfing, emphasizing that he does not see himself as a veteran and believes his best years are ahead, particularly in slalom and formula. He highlights the importance of having a complete and well-tested equipment package and acknowledges his team and the Gaastra/Tabou development for their support. RW also notes the challenges of competing in multiple disciplines and his plans to focus more on slalom training.
The Foxx is a lightweight, durable rig designed for children entering windsurfing. It features a radial panel layout for a smooth sail shape and is built to accommodate various body sizes. The rig is bright for visibility and security, making it ideal for young beginners.
The Freetime rig is designed for beginners and surf schools, offering stability and ease of handling. It is suitable for use with SUP boards and features a lightweight carbon mast for easy handling. The sail is balanced and robust, making it perfect for teaching windsurfing.
Gaastra offers a range of masts with varying carbon content and durability. The masts are designed with the Invisible Polyamid Shield for scratch and dent resistance. The system includes options for different performance levels, from entry-level to high-performance racing masts.
Gaastra's booms are designed for competition, featuring carbon construction for stiffness and light weight. The booms come in various sizes for different sailing styles, including wave and race. They feature ergonomic grips and reinforced sections for durability.
The G5 Pro harness offers maximum support and comfort with a double 3D shaping design. It includes features like soft neoprene padding, EVA cushioning, and a durable construction with heavy-duty stitching.
The document provides detailed descriptions of various Gaastra products, including harnesses, wetsuits, and accessories designed for water sports enthusiasts. Key features focus on comfort, flexibility, durability, and performance.
- G5 Gaastra Waist Harness: Features a "Double 3D Shape" for ergonomic fit, integrated EVA cushion, and double-strap construction for load distribution. Available in sizes S, M, L, XL.
- GRID Harness: Lightweight and flexible with EVA back pad for support. Available in sizes S, M, L, XL.
- UNIT Harness: Offers strong support with a low profile and "Double 3D Shape" for a snug fit. Includes BUSB spreader bar and soft neoprene padding.
- RACE Harness: Designed for racers with a low bar height and cross strap system for stability. Available in sizes S, M, L, XL.
- RIDER Harness: Features 8 load-bearing straps for even distribution and anti-chafe padding for comfort.
- Spry Suits: Offer flexibility and comfort with MEGA STRETCH Neoprene and features like BLIND STITCH & Glued seam technology, and HOT ZONE System.
- Manic Steamer: Designed for cold conditions with Single Lined FINE MESH Neoprene and HEAT SHIELD technology.
- Engage and Velvet Series: High-quality, durable wetsuits optimized for all water sports, featuring FINE MESH Neoprene and adjustable Velcro systems.
- Extension Team: High-performance mast base extensions with heavy-duty construction and roller bearing parts.
- Bags Team: Includes various board and quiver bags with different dimensions for storage and transport.
- Gaastra Vapor 2 Formula Board: Known for its speed and upwind capabilities, featuring a wide tail and more volume in the back for easy handling.
The document highlights Gaastra's commitment to innovation and quality in water sports equipment, offering products that cater to both professional athletes and recreational users.
Catalog excerpts
Philip Horrocks
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wave / cross Allround Wave Allround Wave HD FOXX Youth Power Wave Newschool Wave FREETIME Learn youth / learn BOOMS EXTENSIONS
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slalom / race MATRIX Freeride SAVAGE Freerace Race / Slalom
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POWERED BY INNOVATION The first exciting year with Gaastra is behind me; it was full of many new experiences and meeting great people I have been able to work with. The new designs I introduced for the 2012 season, Pure, Cosmic and Phantom proved very successful both in the feedback from the customers and in the magazine tests. For 2013 we prepared a full and clear range of products, developing further each single line. With such a big range of sails often it is not easy for the public to understand which is the right sail to choose so we will take advantage of this catalogue to explain it as...
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Thomas Traversa - Cold Hawaii PWA WorldCup Winner
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2 MAST CONCEPT MANIC, MANIC HD, IQ and CROSS use all sizes on 2 masts only!!! USE OF THE NEW 2-PLY LAMINATE ON MANIC, MANIC HD, POISON, IQ and CROSS. This provides a softer feel to the sail and reduces the weight by more than 10% in the top of the sail! NEW SIZE PURE 5.7 on 4 battens IMPROVED MANIC & MANIC HD CHARACTER comes with more low end, but keeps superb soft handling of 2012 sails. ALL WAVE SAILS Bigger sail sizes comes with a more compact outline for better control, maneuverability and to adapt to the 2 mast concept.
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NEW 3D MAST PROTECTOR For maximum anti chafe and minimal weight. Manufactured from heat moulded EVA for best protection and less abrasion. The optimized shape covers all mast elements to protect the deck of the board from impact damages. Use of closed cell foam to offer maximum shock-absorbing and minimal weight without water absorption. NEW 3D MAST HEAD PROTECTOR Profiled hard plastic reinforcement to protect from abrasion to the head of the mast sleeve. This part is always subject to chafing on hard surfaces when you rig your sail.
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In order to be able to reduce the weight of the sails we developed a completely new range of laminate materials, with a much thinner film supported by a double structure of fibers, a balanced scrim of fibers orientated in the warp and fill and a classic X-Ply angled series of fibers. From here the name 2-Ply. We created a complex woven web with the highest durability that is very light weight. Beside the proven X-Ply we use this new laminate in the upper sail body to achieve minimal swing weight and protection of critical areas. • less weight: use of new 2-PLY laminate reduces the weight in the...
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C-FILM FACTS
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GAASTRA WINDSURFING (compared to standard clear monofilm) - constant long term profile and shape due to better durability IHHH - better visibility of the sails on the watelBM - brings back color and style to windsurfing
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RADIAL PANEL LAYOUT 2G Improved layout for perfect and locked in sail shape, smooth profile, twist control and durability. The 2nd Generation provides a full Radial Panel Layout from all 3 corners of the sail, the seams are aligned with the forces that originate from the tack, clew and head to avoid deformations of the shape and design of the sail.
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Philip Horrocks
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WATER REPELLENT MINI BATTENS BATTEN GUARD SEAM GUARD HIGH QUALITY BATTENS STAINLESS STEEL CLEW FOOT GUARD BATTEN TENSIONER SLEEVE MATERIAL WITH REINFORCED LAYERS
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MAST PLUG PIVOT-MOUNTED MAST SLEEVE OPENING ROLLER TACK PULLEY STAINLESS STEEL #316 RIG HANDLE WITH SPECS
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Ross Williams - 2012 Formula World Champion
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Lightweight and strong Neutral, soft and balanced Great range of use PHIL HORROCKS I have been very impressed with the new Manics! They give me more drive in the turns when I really need to crank back into the lip- I love them! MANIC COLORMAP
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PASSIONATE CONTROL FREAK MANIC What could make the Manic better in 2013? How about a 10% weight savings in the top of the sail? How about more strength and durability? We have accomplished this in our classic all-round wave sail that excels in just about any condition. Super light in the hands, well balanced and neutral feeling on the wave; what you have here is a dream machine that works perfectly for down the line sailing or even flat water high wind sailing. The Manic will not disappoint. FACTS • use of 2-Ply // in upper body for reduced weight, lower swing weight and better response • more...
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Philip Horrocks
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Super strong and light at the same time Neutral, soft and balanced Great range of use JAMIE HANCOCK I have sailed these sails a lot all winter long while testing in South Africa. So far so good! I am not a fan of big sharks and swimming home at dinner time is not my favorite thing to do. The Manic HD gets me back in one piece.
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MANIC HD Take all the new improvements in the 2013 Manic and add the bullet-proof Xply throughout the whole sail and you get the Manic HD. Built for abuse, you don´t have to worry about the Manic HD. Rocks or reefs, concrete and sand the Manic performs both on and off the water like it should. Soft and manageable for any conditions. If you want a bomb proof sail, the Manic HD delivers the goods. FACTS • Full X-Ply Constuction // provides unreal durability • use of 2-Ply // in upper body for reduced weight, lower swing weight and better response • more low end performance • Radial Panel Layout...
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Jamie Hancock - 2012 British Wavesailing Champion
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Lightweight and strong Powerful, Stable and balanced Formidable combination of power and neutrality ROSS WILLIAMS I have been bulking up to be more competitive on the slalom tour- so a little more weight requires a little more power. I have found a new friend with these Poisons. Peter has done it again, I’m stoked! POISON COLORMAP
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POWERFUL PERFORMER POISON When you want power to move, the Poison delivers. More seam shape and a touch more power further back in the rig, the all new Poison is more stable than ever. Perfect for early planing and eating up gusty and onshore wind and wave conditions. Great as a bump and jump sail in flat water lakes the Poison capitalizes on all-round performance. The 2-ply laminate makes the sail light and strong and a higher aspect ratio gives a larger range to each size. The radial panel layout combined with the double X-Ply luff panel gives instant power and acceleration. The bigger dudes...
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