Patrik International

PATRIK 4-WAVE

Name: PATRIK 4-WAVE
Availability: InStock

The Patrik 4-Wave was developed in Margaret River, Australia, by our design duo Patrik Diethelm and Fabio Canella – a wave sail with unique backhand power control that provides extra power exactly when you need it.

From 5 509,00 kr incl. VAT

Volume — choose size

Liters · all sizes shown, sold-out marked

Specifications — all sizes

Size	3.2 sq m	3.6 m²	4.0 sq m	4.4 sq m	4.8 m²	5.2 m²	5.6 m²	6.0 m²
Luff	3370	3580	3740	3880	4030	4190	4320	4440
Boom	1360	1440	1480	1570	1650	1700	1710	1760
Best mast	RDM 340 – IMCS 15	RDM 340 – IMCS 15	RDM 370 – IMCS 17	RDM 370 – IMCS 17	RDM 400 – IMCS 19	RDM 400 – IMCS 19	RDM 430 – IMCS 21	RDM 430 – IMCS 21
Compatible mast	RDM 370 – IMCS 17	RDM 370 – IMCS 17	RDM 340 – IMCS 15		RDM 370 – IMCS 17		RDM 400 – IMCS 19
Vario top	Yes	Yes	No	No	No	No	No	No

Performance

Onshore/sideshore 6/10

On-off-känsla 9/10

Direkt/mjuk känsla 7/10

Kontroll i hopp 9/10

Driv i svängar 10/10

Fram-/bakhandsgrepp 7/10

Kraft i låg fart 10/10

Kontroll i hög fart 7/10

Vikt/hållbarhet 8/10

Trimregister 10/10

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Shape & construction

Construction

Material selection and placement has been a key issue in the development of our wave sail range. Instead of increasing shape in the panels (which increases seam load and reduces wind range) we chose to vary the sail materials and carefully adapt the thickness for each area. From mast to clew soft dacron is used in the luff, then 2 MIL x/scrim-ply in the top/front and 4 MIL x/scrim-ply in the base. All panels along the leech are thicker 5 MIL x/warp-ply. This mix helps the wind blow the sail exactly where you want it, without the depth moving backwards when the wind blows harder.

As a final touch, we have studied our own Kevlar load distribution lines that connect the clew, the top and the two innovative mini-battens in the luff – the secret behind the incredible wind range. We have also focused on making the sail as light as possible without compromising on durability against tough wipeouts – our own view on sustainability.

Trim

4-Wave offers an extended trim register on both downhaul and outhaul. First, set your favourite downhaul to determine how loose the leech should be – less downhaul gives a baggier feel for freestyle/wave riding, more open leech suitable for down-the-line sailing and high-wind jumps. Then, primarily use outhaul to set the desired amount of profile, power and drive.

Usage

Suitable for sailors who want a smooth, powerful wave sail with fast response – feel free to try one size smaller than you normally use, the sail's efficiency and low-speed power more than compensate, while also giving you faster rotations and better wipeout resistance.

Pro tips

“Rig your 4-Wave one size smaller than you usually do. For example, choose the 4.8 in typical 5.0 conditions. The sail's incredible efficiency and powerful low-end characteristics keep you on the wave even close to shore, while still giving you the advantages of a smaller size: faster response, quicker rotations, and less risk of damage.”

Henning Terstiege R&D Team

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