2007 NEILPRYDE V6 7.5 483/208/460

100% PURE FREERIDE
A combination of design features including 2 intercams, a classic flatwater outline and powerful shaping makes the V6 a sail that represents the essence of windsurfing; simple to rig, quick onto the plane, easy to handle and fun to use.

DESIGN OBJECTIVE

• The sail is for use on flatwater.
• It must have good early planing abilities, a respectable top end speed and good up-wind performance.
• The V6 should be faster than the Solo, and more manoeuverable than the V8. It is a sail that allows the rider to focus on blasting – and having fun.
• The sail must be efficient to rig, easy to gybe and simple to waterstart.
• Increase the available low end power to allow smaller sizes to be used in lighter winds - while maintaining the existing level of control and light weight feel.
• Improve the upwind performance.
• Of all 2007 sails, the V6 should have the best “passive” planing characteristics. This refers to the sails’ ability to put the board onto the plane without the need to actively pump.

• The V6 has a purely flatwater outline. This includes a medium/low foot curve and compact boom length. This gives the best balance between manoeuvrability and performance.
• A combination of 6 battens and 2 intercams gives the sail a relatively soft, cambered profile. A fuller profile in the bottom of the sail gives good drive in light wind, and stability in strong wind. During transitions, the two intercams give the sail a RAF ‘feel’, while also creating profile, support and stability for early planing.
• Using a slightly wider luff sleeve than the Solo and Saber, but narrower than the V8, improves stability and makes the V6 easy to rig.
• The V6 now features a more compact outline resulting in a slightly longer boom and shorter luff. This combination enhances upwind performance, generates lift and delivers more constant power. By lowering the “power triangle” (an imaginary triangle that joins the tip of the mast, the clew and the foot) and bringing it closer to the rider, it is possible to control this power.
• By reducing the area of the head, it has been possible to introduce a tighter leech. This will improve low-end power and enhance upwind performance.