Severne Gator 2008
This is the new all-cross-ply freeride sail from Severne. The sail covers sizes from 3.7m up to 9.0m and the different sizes are designed with different things in mind: The 6.5-9.0 sizes feature a lower foot and more powerful profile for speed, stability and early planing. The 5.5 and 6.0 are manoeuver oriented but comfortable for blasting. The 5.3 downwards are comfortable in the waves but still soft and forgiving for flat water sailing.
If you're looking for a well-built freeride sail with fantastic performance at a reasonable price, this is it.
Overview
• Full X-Ply, No Cam Freeride/Freemove/Wave sail.
• Progressive Ride Geometry (See Fig 1.)
• Increased UV resistance over monofi lm sails.
Rig Ergonomics
Balanced power distribution through rig and board, neutral leg pressure, huge sweet
spot.
New for 2008
• Completely redesigned for 2008. Introduces Progressive ride geometry where
one range covers Freeride/Freemove and Wave.
• Faster than last year.
Compared to the NCX
• The Gator is more manoeuvre oriented.
• The Gator is more durable due to the full X-Ply construction.
Buy this sail if you want:
• To ride aggressively no matter what the conditions.
• Increased durability and lifespan over monofi lm sails.
• Plug and play rigging simplicity.
Overview
• Essential technology and materials.
• Easily accessible performance.
• Lightweight and manageable.
• Full X-Ply foot panel with Pro-Tect patching for increased durability.
• Dacron luff panel for smooth power delivery.
• Dual clew position
SEVERN GATOR 6.0, GERMAN SURF, March 2008
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On the Water:
The Severne Gator 6.0 conveys a slalom feel…it has a very light feel paired with high performance…the real advantage lies in it's broad range performance. From early planing to top speed, no sail can follow the Gator permanently. Whoever is looking for blasting sail without cambers can't miss out on the Gator. Thewind range of this sail is enormous and yet it is easy to handle when trimmed for light wind. The profile is locked in as if invisible cambers were to stabilize the battens on the mast. During maneuvers there is a noticeable tension on the battens which rotate tight around the mast…The battens push a little belly into the sail during maneuvers, even in the flattest trim. During freeride maneuvers such as jibes, 360's and duck jibes however, the light tension on the battens does not interfere.the Gator can convince now with it's light weight and quick acceleration out of the turn. We rate it therefore highly as freeride Maneuver sail.
SUMMARY: A very light feeling sail with "slalom feeling" stable and fast. |
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3.7 |
N/A |
N/A |
RDM 370
to
RDM 430 |
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4.2 |
397 |
155 |
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4.7 |
420 |
160 |
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5.3 |
438 |
173 |
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6.5 |
466 |
187 |
SDM 460
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7.0 |
475 |
197 |
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7.5 |
486 |
205 |
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8.0 |
500 |
213 |
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9.0 |
525 |
222 |
SDM 490
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