Beschrijving
Vaar sneller tegen de wind in, breng meer tijd door met downwind varen en bereik hogere topsnelheden met
de nieuwe FRIGATE. Of je nu tegen de wind in vaart om aan een lange tocht te beginnen of verschillende
kustlijnen verkent, de FRIGATE brengt je verder met nog meer gemak en efficiëntie.
Deze tweede versie bouwt voort op het oorspronkelijke ontwerp en biedt een breder windbereik, meer
stabiliteit bij sterkere wind, een verbeterde pompefficiëntie bij lichte wind en een grotere
reactiesnelheid, terwijl hij intuïtief in gebruik blijft en nog gemakkelijker op te bergen is.
• Breder windbereik: Verhoogde efficiëntie over het gehele windbereik en
- verbeterde stabiliteit in het hoge windbereik.
- • Uitstekende snelheid en upwind-prestaties: Hogere aspectverhouding en een
- geoptimaliseerd profiel met een groter aantal ribben voor scherpere versnellingen, betere
- upwind-capaciteiten in zowel het lage als het hoge windbereik, en een hogere topsnelheid.
- • Verbeterde respons: Extra ribben voor meer strakheid en een verbeterde
- pumpefficiëntie.
- • Gemakkelijker te hanteren en op te bergen: nieuw Double Dynamic Bridle System, kortere bridles
- en Pack Assist voor verbeterde wendbaarheid, sneller opzetten en opbergen, en
- minder klitten.
- • Verhoogde depower: meer depower voor comfortabeler varen in het hoge bereik
- en de mogelijkheid om met kleinere foils en boards te varen.
- • Geoptimaliseerde constructie: nieuwe stoffen en Ultra Light Ribs-constructie voor een lager
- gewicht en een betere responsiviteit.
- • Nieuwe verticale bar: een ergonomischer ontwerp voor betere grip, meer comfort en
- maximale depower
This new FRIGATE boasts a refined profile featuring a higher aspect ratio, delivering better
efficiency upwind and faster accelerations. Combined with additional ribs, the FRIGATE is
more reactive and benefits from improved pumping capabilities, particularly in the low end.
Overall, the wind range of this FRIGATE is wider, making this parawing incredibly versatile
and delivering consistent performance from the low end to the high end alike. It generates
smooth, efficient power in lighter winds while remaining stable and predictable when the
breeze builds.
The new Double Dynamic Bridle System, with fewer connection points, makes the parawing
feel more direct while reducing the risk of tangles. Combined with shorter bridles and the new
Pack Assist system, the FRIGATE is quicker to deploy, easier to stash and more intuitive to
handle before, during and after every run. The new vertical carbon bar further enhances
comfort with improved ergonomics and maximum depower when needed.
Every size has been optimized to achieve the same performance and intuitive handling while
reducing overall weight. All sizes benefit from the new Ultra Light Ribs Technology, reducing
weight without compromising stiffness, as well as from a new, softer fabric that packs down
smaller.
The larger sizes (5.5, 6.5 m²) also feature a hybrid fabric construction on the trailing section
that is 20% lighter. This helps these parawings stay in the air, improves responsiveness and
enhances low-end performance.
Thanks to its stability, intuitive handling, comfort and exceptional upwind performance, the
FRIGATE remains the reference choice for intermediate to experienced riders looking for a
compact, efficient and high-performance parawing.
– Vertical Bar
The parawing features a vertical carbon bar designed with a molded piece and added length
at the front. This design improves grip and comfort, especially near the front bridles, while
providing a true support point that is particularly effective in high winds.
This slight extension of the bar allows the rider to sheet out more easily, without excessive
effort or wrist strain. It optimizes the balance between the front and back hand, and reduces
front-hand pressure when riding without a harness. This ergonomic design ensures efficient
handling and makes learning more intuitive.
The rider can also lean on this balance point and sheet out in a single movement. In strong
winds, when immediate depower is required, this bar overhang offers a significant gain in
stability and control.
The bar also integrates a small shielding tube at the A-point, fully protecting the fingers when
the sail pivots when sheeted out at its maximum, or when packing. It raises the rotation point
as well, making all handling smoother and more comfortable while further improving the
depower efficiency.
Finally, the bar benefits from an EVA grip for improved handling, along with EVA bumpers on
all angles to protect both rider and gear from shocks.
DETAILS
– Hybrid Fabric
The bigger sizes (5.5, 6.5 m²) of the FRIGATE are developed using two premium fabrics,
each selected to meet the specific demands of performance, durability and packability. A
stronger 32 g fabric is used on the front section of the sail to maintain the profile and ensure
stability, while a lighter and softer fabric is used on the rear section and underside to reduce
weight. This hybrid construction delivers a lighter, more compact and easier-to-pack
parawing without compromising performance.
– Bag
Designed for maximum convenience, this parawing’s bag can be used as a backpack and
worn directly on the water. It allows you to pack your parawing straight into the bag during
your session, and benefits from quick-drying materials as well
