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The North Wave 3Di Windsurf Sail GEN1 introduced North’s molded sail technology to performance wave windsurfing. Its one-piece 3Di Dyneema Aramid construction creates an unusually light sail with low swing weight, stable power, and a direct connection between rider input and sail response. It delivers useful drive through lulls, stays controlled when the wind builds, and becomes light and neutral when repositioned through bottom turns, cutbacks, jumps, and transitions. One-piece 3Di construction Dyneema Aramid fiber structure Ultra-low swing weight Three- or four-batten layouts RDM mast compatibility Sizes 3.3–5.8 m² Why the North Wave 3Di Works Exceptionally Light Handling With published weights starting at only 1.70 kg, the Wave GEN1 feels remarkably light in the hands. Reduced swing weight makes it easier to redirect the sail rapidly during turns, jumps, loops, and aerial maneuvers. Power When You Need It The sail develops a useful, stable profile when sheeted in, providing drive through bottom turns and enough low-end support to accelerate onto a plane or maintain flow through softer sections. Neutral Through the Turn When depowered and repositioned, the sail’s light structure allows it to transition quickly from driving to neutral. This helps riders stay over the board and focus on rail pressure, positioning, and the wave. Stable in Variable Wind The load-oriented fiber structure helps stabilize the sail’s profile despite the reduced batten count. Power remains smooth through lulls and controlled through gusts, making the sail usable across changing wave conditions. Key Features 3Di Molded Technology North’s three-dimensional molding process creates the sail body as one continuous structure instead of assembling it from conventional broad panels. This allows precise control over shape, fiber orientation, and material thickness. Dyneema Aramid Tape Material Load-oriented Dyneema Aramid fibers produce a light, flexible, and responsive structure. The material layout helps translate wind pressure into forward drive while supporting reliable profile control. Three- and Four-Batten Designs Sizes 3.3–4.7 use three battens for maximum lightness and maneuverability. Sizes 5.3 and 5.8 use four battens to add the stability needed for their larger, more powerful profiles. Integrated Material Reinforcements Additional fibers are positioned in high-load and impact-prone areas without adding heavy reinforcement across the entire sail. This supports durability while maintaining the sail’s light, lively character. Integrated Batten Pockets Batten pockets are incorporated into the molded sail structure for a clean finish and efficient load transfer. This reduces unnecessary construction weight while supporting profile stability. Clear Monofilm Window The clear window provides essential visibility on the wave, helping riders monitor approaching sections, water movement, and other sailors while setting up turns and transitions. 3Di Composite Luff Sleeve A lightweight composite sleeve complements the molded sail body and helps maintain a direct, responsive connection between the mast, sail profile, and rider input. EZ Rigging Details The Rock-It Batten Tensioner, EZ Clew, and EZ Downhaul Wave simplify beach setup and adjustment, helping riders achieve consistent trim without unnecessary rigging complexity. North Wave GEN1 Size and Rigging Guide Choose your sail size based on rider weight, board size, wind strength, wave power, and whether you prefer more drive or a smaller, more neutral handling feel. Sail Size Best Use Mast Luff Extension Boom Battens Weight 3.3 m² Extreme-wind wave sailing and maximum control 340 cm RDM 348 cm 8 cm 133 / 139 cm 3 1.70 kg 3.7 m² Very strong wind and compact wave handling 340 cm RDM 363 cm 24 cm 139 / 145 cm 3 1.90 kg 4.2 m² High-wind wave sailing and aerial maneuvers 370 cm RDM 377 cm 8 cm 146 / 152 cm 3 2.15 kg 4.7 m² Versatile core wave size 370 / 400 cm RDM 399 cm 30 / 0 cm 157 / 162 cm 3 2.35 kg 5.3 m² Lighter-wind wave sailing with additional drive 400 cm RDM 419 cm 20 cm 165 / 169 cm 4 2.60 kg 5.8 m² Maximum low-end wave power and larger riders 430 cm RDM 438 cm 8 cm 171 / 175 cm 4 2.80 kg Rigging note: Every North Wave GEN1 size uses an RDM mast and zero cams. The 4.7 can be rigged on either a 370 or 400 cm RDM mast using the corresponding extension setting. Always confirm the printed specifications on your individual sail before rigging. Who This Sail Is For Best For Dedicated wave sailors who prioritize low swing weight Riders focused on bottom turns, cutbacks, aerials, and loops Windsurfers who prefer an active, responsive sailing style Riders who need controllable power in gusty wave conditions Anyone looking for a particularly light RDM wave-sail quiver What You’ll Notice on the Water Very low physical and swing weight Useful drive when sheeted in Quick transition from powered to neutral Fast redirection through turns and aerial maneuvers Stable handling despite the minimal batten layout How to Rig the North Wave 3Di Sail
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