We present the Patrik 4-Wave sail.
DURABLEALL-CONDITIONS POWER WAVE SAIL WITH PERFECT ON-OFF BALANCE AND PLENTY OF DRIVE.
> 4 battens
> High End
Y Soft luff panel
> Medium aspect ratio
> Neutral, pure wave riding
> Stitched mini battens for batten tip
> Soft rotation
OVERVIEW
Developedin Margaret River, Australia, by our congenial design duo Patrik Diethelm and Fabio Canella, this sail has met the highest expectations of our riders right from the start.
The 4Wave offers a rather unique concept of innovative backhand power control. By defining the sail profile with a special mix of materials - from soft Dacron at the front to the stiffest X-Ply at the back of the sail - we were able to reduce the twist of the sail body above the boom in a positive way that gives you that little bit of extra power - always available when you need it. The key to the 4Wave's outstanding efficiency is the wide outline in the center of the sail with a standard boom length. The panel above the boom receives the cleanest airflow, allowing the wide panel to generate drive and power, while the narrow top guarantees easy clew behavior. The powerful low-end acceleration of this sail can easily outperform larger sails. So to get the full experience, you should sail your 4Wave smaller than you normally would: With a pull on the backhand you can unleash the power at any time, while benefiting from faster rotations, more radical turns and last but not least a better wipeout resistance of a smaller sail in big surf.
PERFORMANCE
| ONSHORE / SIDESHORE | 6/10 |
| ON-OFF FEEL | 9/10 |
| DIRECT / SOFT FEEL | 7/10 |
| CONTROL IN JUMPS | 9/10 |
| DRIVE IN TURNS | 10/10 |
| FRONT- / BACKHANDED | 7/10 |
| LOWEND POWER | 10/10 |
| HIGH-END CONTROL | 7/10 |
| 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 | |
| 3.2 | 337 | 136 | RDM 340 - IMCS 15 | RDM 370 - IMCS 17 | YES |
| 3.6 | 358 | 144 | RDM 340 - IMCS 15 | RDM 370 - IMCS 17 | YES |
| 4.0 | 374 | 148 | RDM 370 - IMCS 17 | RDM 340 - IMCS 15 | NO |
| 4.4 | 388 | 157 | RDM 370 - IMCS 17 | / | NO |
| 4.8 | 403 | 165 | RDM 400 - IMCS 19 | RDM 370 - IMCS 17 | NO |
| 5.2 | 419 | 170 | RDM 400 - IMCS 19 | / | NO |
| 5.6 | 432 | 171 | RDM 430 - IMCS 21 | RDM 400 - IMCS 19 | NO |
| 6.0 | 444 | 176 | 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 to play with sail materials instead, carefully choosing the right thickness for each area. From the mast to the clew, we used 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 going back when the conditions get stronger.
As a finishing touch, we have developed our own Kevlar load distribution lines. They connect the clew, top 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 have focused on delivering you a sail that is as light as possible and still able to withstand some big wipe-outs and stay with you for years. That's our true approach to sustainability.
TRIM
The4Wave offers an extended trim range on both the luff and the leech.
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 your clew in particular to set the desired level of profile, power and drive.
Once you get used to this very new approach to a super-smooth power wavesail, the 4Wave will be the only sail you'll ever need.
"First chose the amount of downhaul that suits your riding best. Make full use of the big trim range to set your sail baggy for maximum drive or with more loose leech for jumping and an easy playful feeling. Then mainly use the OUTHAUL to set up your 4Wave for the current wind speed and wave situation."
BASTIEN ESCOFET (Professional Surfer)
"Make sure to rig your 4Wave one size smaller than you usually would. So pick the 4.8 in typical 5.0 conditions. This sail's insane efficiency and mighty low-end will keep you powered up in the shorebreak whilst having the advantages of a smaller size sail at the same time: Quicker response, faster rotations, less breakage."
HENNING TERSTIEGE (R&D Team)
