We present the Patrik 5-Wave sail.
5-BATTEN WAVE SAIL WITH MAXIMUM HIGH-END CONTROL AND A PLAYFUL FEEL ON THE WAVE.
> 5 battens
> High end
> Soft luff panel
> Normal aspect ratio.
OVERVIEW
The PATRIK 5Wave is our most playful, super-efficient, classic 5-batten wave sail. Developed in Margaret River, Australia, by Patrik Diethelm and 3D mastermind Fabio Canella, this sail is the first choice for crossover freestyle/wave and maximum control in big waves and strong winds. The key to the 5Wave's outstanding control and efficiency is the High Aspect Ratio design.
PERFORMANCE
| ONSHORE / SIDESHORE | 7/10 |
| ON-OFF FEEL | 8/10 |
| DIRECT / SOFT FEEL | 7/10 |
| CONTROL IN JUMPS | 10/10 |
| DRIVE IN TURNS | 8/10 |
| FRONT- / BACKHANDED | 6/10 |
| LOWEND POWER | 8/10 |
| HIGH-END CONTROL | 10/10 |
| WEIGHT / DURABILITY | 8/10 |
| TRIMRANGE | 10/10 |
* Compared to our other wave sails. (yellow)
SPECS
|
Luff (+- 2cm) |
Boom (+- 3 cm) |
Best mast | Compatible mast | Vario top | |
| 3.4 | 349 | 139 | RDM 340 - IMCS 15 | RDM 370 - IMCS 17 | YES |
| 3.8 | 366 | 145 | RDM 340 - IMCS 15 | RDM 370 - IMCS 17 | YES |
| 4.2 | 383 | 151 | RDM 370 - IMCS 17 | / | NO |
| 4.6 | 403 | 157 | RDM 370 - IMCS 17 | RDM 400 - IMCS 19 | NO |
| 5.0 | 419 | 161 | RDM 400 - IMCS 19 | / | NO |
| 5.4 | 433 | 167 | RDM 400 - IMCS 19 | RDM 430 - IMCS 21 | NO |
| 5.8 | 447 | 175 | RDM 430 - IMCS 21 | / | NO |
| 6.2 | 457 | 181 | RDM 430 - IMCS 21 | / | NO |
CONSTRUCTION
Whichmaterial to use and where to use it was one of the key considerations when developing our Wave range. Rather than increasing the shape of the panels (which adds stress to the seams and limits the range of use), we decided instead to play with sail materials and carefully select the right thickness for each area. From the mast to the clew we have soft Dacron for the luff panel, then 2 MIL x/scrim-ply for the fore/upper part and 4 MIL x/scrim-ply for the base. All panels along the leech are made of thicker 5 MIL x/warp ply. This mix helps the wind blow the sail exactly where you want the power and prevents the draft from shifting when the conditions get stronger. Compared to the 4-Wave, we have developed a larger surface area in 5 MIL to improve the performance of our 5-batten wave sail in strong winds.
As a final touch, we have developed our own Kevlar load distribution lines. They connect the clew, B1 tip and the two innovative mini battens on the luff panel. The secret of the incredible wind range lies (also) here...
Last but not least, we focused on delivering you a sail that is as light as possible and still able to survive some big wipe-outs and stay with you for years. That's our true approach to sustainability.
TRIM
The5Wave offers the same extended trim range on the luff and clew as the 4Wave.
Start by setting your preferred luff to determine the amount of loose leech you like best. Less luff for a freestyle/wave baggy feel and a more open leech for down-the-line sailing and jumping in strong winds. Then use mainly your luff to set the desired profile, power and drive.
PRO TIPS
"The playful feeling of the 5Wave favors lighter riders like me, as this 5-batten sail got less backhand power than our 4Wave. So don't confuse this 5-batten concept with the standard approach of other brands who usually design a 4-batten sideshore sail and a 5-batten onshore wave. It's different here. With our sails the 4Wave actually got more grind and drive that the 5Wave which also performs awesome in strong winds. The 4-Wave is perfect in lighter winds and for heavier riders though."
BASTIEN ESCOFET (Professional Surfer)
