Neil Pryde Solo 2006

The entry into freeride sailing, lightweight and easy to use.

A wide wind range with favoured performance in the low end, the Solo is a no cam sail that handles smoothly in the gybes and has a softer feel than the V6 & V8. It is the ideal sail for intermediates just getting onto a plane, in the footstraps, and learning to gybe.

DESIGN OBJECTIVE

The Solo is to be a soft and easy handling sail ideal for intermediates learning the basics of windsurfing. Must be simple to rig and easy to plane on larger freeride boards. The foot of the sail should be durable against the non-skid of the board during uphaul. The sail should also have good mast compatibility for those just getting into the sport.

SAIL SPECIFIC FEATURES

• Four, Five & Six Batten Configuration
• Adjustable vario top on key sizes for greater mast compatibility
• Neil Pryde Component Batten system
• Rounded Head Configuration
• Luffglide Luffpocket Material

HOW WAS IT DONE?

• The Solo is closely based on the design of the Excess. However, it is developed with a lower cut freeride foot for enhanced low end, speed and a comfortable trim. A more forward oriented profile for control.
• Each size has a unique condition specific batten layout and sail outline. In the smaller sizes this means fewer battens, a higher foot and more manoeuvre oriented design. In the larger sizes there are more battens for stability & a lower, more performance orientated foot design.
• Progressive use of monofilm thickness is used to combine a lightweight upper section with a strong bottom and foot area.
• Foot of the sail is constructed out of a combination of X-Ply. Any seams in the foot of the sail are protected against the non-skid of the board.
• Adjustable vario top on key sizes for greater mast compatibility.

"When you spend a lot of time travelling on windsurfing trips, you want a versatile sail that can be used in all conditions and on all boards, the Neil Pryde Solo provides this versatility. Throughout the different sizes it has a batten specific layout to suit different wind conditions. One
range of sails covers it all, and with it’s easy rigging, gybing, and great stability, it’s a perfect sail for those getting into the sport."
Carine Camboulives - Neil Pryde Team Rider