TWENTY · 2019. 8. 9. · Foreword As Loftsails celebrates twenty years the good vibes are stronger than ever.And it’s an opportunity to look back on a life designing windsurfing

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ForewordAs Loftsails celebrates twenty years the good vibes are stronger than ever. And it’s an opportunity to look back on a life

designing windsurfing sails...

Windsurfing took me when I was building yacht and dinghy sails - way back when mylar sailcloth was new, mast flex character was unknown, and boards were simply chopped to make them shorter for strong winds. Windsurfers were fast

compared to dinghies, but our centerboards – hung over our arms - were banging on our sides and our teak booms… We imagined how it all could be better.

Custom windsurfing sails were produced in my garage and in the yacht sail lofts where I worked. Ways to improve appeared.

Passion for progressive design led to working with big brands and top riders, visiting shows and events, World Cup wins, World Speed Records... I traveled all over the world and met so many supercharged windsurfers sharing windsurfing’s good

vibes. An amazing 40 plus years living and breathing windsurfing. And there’s still more in the tank!

Loftsails began in 1999 on a sailmakers budget. The early years were both demanding and rewarding. Windsurfing passion led to Loftsails’ growth.

I am so very fortunate to explore wind vision with our team of talented riders. The Loftsails team is diverse, but all share wind vision. Loftsails team diversity is evident in the design quality embedded in

Loftsails for all windsurfing disciplines.

Loftsails 2020 is now 20 years on the water, built on 40 years of windsurfing passion.All 2020 Loftsails designs are improved with new materials and batten systems. Improvements that further animate Loftsails

performance on the water.

Windsurfing – more than ever – is greater than the sum of the parts. Wind vision.

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INDEXR&D Tarifa 6

Sail Technology 7

Sail Range 9

Purelip 11

Wavescape 13

Airscape 15

Oxygen 17

Switchblade 19

Skyscape 21

Skyblade 23

Racingblade 25

BladeFR 27

Raceboardblade 29

Mast Range 31

Spark C50 RDM 33

Vision C75 RDM 33

Team Edition C100 RDM 34

Vision C75 SDM 35

Team Edition C100 SDM 36

Accessoires 37

Promotion 39

Team 42

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R&D TarifaThe Loftsails team work together to explore wind and rig interaction. Our passion leads research and development. Which design parameters have been updated for 2020 rages?

All 2020 designs further enhance Loftsails’ performance on the water. Loftsails Purelip, Wavescape, Airscape, Racingblade and Raceboardblade designs are more reactive and life-like than ever – aided by new 2020 batten flex specs, and subtle adjustments worked into the sail profiles.

Which sails have evolved the most?

Loftsails 2020 foil designs represent the deep development work invested in this fantastic new sport. Compliments to Ramon Pastor Maltas and Fernando Martinez del Cerro - the core Loftsails research and development team - for their podium positions at the 2019 Formulafoil European Championships.

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YSail Technology

1. BREATHING, TRIM-REACTIVE DESIGNS - Wind vision is performance greater than the sum of the parts the board, the rider and the rig become life-like windsurfing at its best! Loftsails designs are alive, breathing, living, with performance available from the rig in all conditions. Forward sail profile orientation, high skin tension and a soft-twisting, exhausting leech work together to produce life-like rigs that expand performance and wind range. Living, breathing designs are characterized by trim reactivity: Soft trim raises the power center; powering-up the rig in light winds. Hard trim lowers the power center; streamlining the rig for strong winds.

2. IPC + HARDCORE DURABILITY IPC - Loftsails simple, effective, exclusive construction technique. At the sail corners, panels are overlapped creating radial extensions into the sail body. The head and tack corners on all Loftsails designs share this feature. The Pure Lip clew is also includes IPC- the seams that extend into the sail body from under the clew allow the “boomzone” panels to extend under the clew eyelet. This creates an integrated two-ply that radiates into the sail body.

3. METALLIC CAM INTERFACES (MCIS) - With each sail rotation, cam designs without MCIs will experience cam-to-sail contact point degradation.Loftsails exclusive MCIs work with our Teckam system to eliminate such deterioration to maintain a clean, efficient leading edge for your Blade. To soften rotation, MCI removal is an easy option.

4. LOFTSAILS QUALITY - Our materials are 1st quality: we engineer our sails with specialized mast pocket styles, state-of-the-art triaxial and bi-axial laminates, woven polyetsers in varying weights and finishings. Loftsails are produced with progressive construction techniques: multiple scrim- adhesive reinforcements, 5-layer glued seams, extruded pvc edge and batten wear guards, molded batten end wear studs details that produce state-of-the- art sails. Loftsails hardware is also exclusive: multi-sectioned batten systems (rods and tubes) with location-specific carbon content, precision-ground profile tapers, stainless 3 and 4 roller pulleys and multiple clew eyelets, individual batten tensioning systems top quality components.

5. EQUALIZED - Loftsails batten tensioners- dual side-loops that center & equalize batten tensioner load to the batten/batten pocket/sail body.

6. ADJUSTABLE OUTHAUL - Adjust the character of your rig. Expanded wind range made direct The Loftsails Adjustable Outhaul. Loftsails adjustable outhaul is easy & effective. Compatible with all boom types, included with Loftsails Switchblades adjust the character of your rig immediately and effectively suitable for freeride, freerace, and slalom competitions.

7. LOFTSAILS TEKCAM2 SYSTEM MAST INTERCHANGEABILITY - Simple, functional, light, adjustable, durable The Loftsails Reduced and Large Tekcam2s allow both Sdm & Rdm mast compatibility for Racing Blades.No other brand has it. Our Tekcam2 system expands performance possibilities by allowing riders to choose the mast of their choice sdms are well suited to larger sail sizes, larger riders and flat water, while rdms are well suited to smaller riders, smaller sizes and rough conditions. Tekcam2s are new, designed with a larger footprint on the mast, longer rollers and larger contact areas above and below the rollers.

8. EXCLUSIVE BATTEN SYSTEMS - Loftsails builds each Loftsail with specific batten sections and batten tapers to create anoptimized internal structure for all our sails. Loftsails batten systems are engineered with: Rods for microbattens, front ends for tubed battens and for standing battens (like tubes for waves!) Tubes two types: 30% carbon and 100% carbonLoftsails rectangular batten section (10mmx7mm rod) is profiled on the wider dimension this forces the rear section to resist flex in its stiffer (standing) orientation. The effect is like tubes (stiff!) and does not suffer fragility in surf. 9. MOLDED PVC PROTECTORS - Thermo-foam mast/board pad with uphaul port, batten-tensioner key keeper, line pouch and roll-up strap.Soft pvc foot edge, lower batten pocket & foot 2ply seam protectors. Soft pvc batten pocket/boom protector applied to batten pocket crossing the boom. Molded pvc protectors sewn onto the mast pocket top prevents wear to critical parts while being aerodynamically optimized.

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Wavescape4-BATTEN WAVE

AirscapeFREESTYLE

OxygenNO-CAM FREERACE

Switchblade3-CAM FREERACE

SkyscapeFOIL SAIL

SkybladeRACE FOIL SAIL

RacingbladeRACE SLALOM

RacingboardbladeRACEBOARD COMPETITION

BladeFRRACE FORMULA

2020 Sail RangeWind Vision is performance greater than the sum of the parts.

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Purelip5-BATTEN WAVE

The Purelip design provides pure wave performance and enormous wind range.

Born in 1999 as the Lipwave - and now with 20 years of refinement - the present day Purelip delivers balance, stability and ease of use. Built for challenging conditions the Purelip is most suited to waves, bump blasting, and big hardcore surf.

Magazine test reports confirm we hit our design targets: upper-end stability, on-the-wave neutrality, speed, extreme trim reactivity, durability.

Description Size Luff Boom Vario Top Ext. Cambers Battens Rec. Mast Weight

Purelip 3.0 3.0 m2 340 cm 136 cm Vario Top 0 cm 0 4 Team Edition 340 2.5 kgPurelip 3.4 3.4 m2 358 cm 142 cm Vario Top 18 cm 0 4 Team Edition 340 2.61 kgPurelip 3.7 3.7 m2 370 cm 148 cm Vario Top 30 cm 0 5 Team Edition 340 2.76 kgPurelip 4.0 4.0 m2 384 cm 154 cm Vario Top 14 cm 0 5 Team Edition 370 2.82 kg Purelip 4.2 4.2 m2 392 cm 158 cm Fixed 22 cm 0 5 Team Edition 370 2.91 kgPurelip 4.5 4.5 m2 404 cm 162 cm Fixed 34 cm 0 5 Team Edition 370 3.22 kgPurelip 4.7 4.7 m2 412 cm 166 cm Fixed 12 cm 0 5 Team Edition 400 3.29 kgPurelip 5.0 5.0 m2 424 cm 170 cm Fixed 24 cm 0 5 Team Edition 400 3.38 kgPurelip 5.2 5.2 m2 430 cm 174 cm Fixed 30 cm 0 5 Team Edition 400 3.46 kgPurelip 5.4 5.4 m2 438 cm 176 cm Fixed 38 cm 0 5 Team Edition 400 3.57 kgPurelip 5.7 5.7 m2 452 cm 180 cm Fixed 22 cm 0 5 Team Edition 430 3.69 kgPurelip 6.2 6.2 m2 464 cm 190 cm Fixed 34 cm 0 5 Team Edition 430 3.78 kg

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Y2020 Purelip HARDCORE WAVEFEATURES & BENEFITS• Light and tough: Integrated Panel Concept, 3-layer head/tack/clew radials extend into the all X-Ply body – ultimate resistance in heavy surf• Super durable full IYU250 4-part mast pocket – the perfect material between your mast and the elements• Double dacron head panels – easy roll-up, durability, longevity• Triple reinforced foot, leech and luff construction for maximised longevity of your rig• Sizes 3.7 and up feature 5 battens, 3.4 and smaller feature 4 battens• Loftsails full-opening mast pad design - easy access to your mast extension, downhaul system and batten trim key• High visibility window: see the lip from your bottom turn• Forward-profile batten systems with Loftsails exclusive Standing Battens at specific locations – responsive, low-end drive with easy upper end handling• Dual clew eyelets with webbings – adjust leech release character to suit your sailing style and conditions• Trim diamond - leech-release reference: dial into your sailing conditions• RDM recommended, SDM compatible – both mast types fully compatible to maximise your windsurfing

The 2020 4-batten Wavescape is light in the hands and goes soft and neutral on the wave.

For the rider: this sail is freedom.

New design concept and full X-ply panel construction. Dacron mast panel for soft, powerful, compact handling. The Wavescape 2020 is the ultimate Loftsails design for wave mobility and expression.


Wavescape 3.7 3.7 m2 360 cm 152 cm Vario Top 20 cm 0 4 Team Edition 340 2.73 kgWavescape 4.0 4.0 m2 370 cm 156 cm Vario Top 30 cm 0 4 Team Edition 340 2.82 kgWavescape 4.2 4.2 m2 380 cm 158 cm Fixed 10 cm 0 4 Team Edition 370 2.9 kgWavescape 4.5 4.5 m2 398 cm 164 cm Fixed 28 cm 0 4 Team Edition 370 2.98 kgWavescape 4.7 4.7 m2 404 cm 168 cm Fixed 34 cm 0 4 Team Edition 370 3.09 kgWavescape 5.0 5.0 m2 418 cm 170 cm Fixed 18 cm 0 4 Team Edition 400 3.19 kgWavescape 5.4 5.4 m2 434 cm 178 cm Fixed 34 cm 0 4 Team Edition 400 3.26 kgWavescape 5.7 5.7 m2 448 cm 182 cm Fixed 18 cm 0 4 Team Edition 430 3.4 kgWavescape 6.2 6.2 m2 466 cm 190 cm Fixed 36 cm 0 4 Team Edition 430 3.55 kg

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Y2020 WavescapeMANOEUVRE WAVE 4-BATTENFEATURES & BENEFITS• Light and tough: Integrated Panel Concept (IPC); 3-layer head/tack/clew radials extend into the all X-Ply body – ultimate resistance in heavy surf• Total X-Ply construction• Super durable full IYU250 4-part mast pocket – the perfect material between your mast and the elements• Double Dacron head panels – easy roll-up, durability, longevity• Triple-reinforced foot, leech and luff construction for maximised longevity of your rig• High visibility window - see the lip from your bottom turn• Loftsails full-opening mast pad design - easy access to your mastextension, downhaul system and batten trim key• Forward-profile batten systems with Standing Battens at specific locations– responsive, low-end drive and easy upper end handling• Dual clew eyelets with webbings – adjust leech-release character to suit your sailing conditions• Trim diamond - leech-release reference: dial into your sailing conditions• RDM recommended, SDM compatible – both mast types compatible to maximise your windsurfing experience

The ultra-light Airscape is free-expression in a package that is stable, easy to duck, and explosive to pop.

Feather-light handling, explosive acceleration and total neutrality for the most acrobatic freestyle moves.


Airscape 4.0 4.0 m2 388 cm 150 cm Fixed 18 cm 0 4 Team Edition 370 2.74 kgAirscape 4.4 4.4 m2 394 cm 152 cm Fixed 24 cm 0 4 Team Edition 370 2.84 kgAirscape 4.8 4.8 m2 412 cm 158 cm Fixed 12 cm 0 4 Team Edition 400 3.01 kgAirscape 5.2 5.2 m2 426 cm 170 cm Fixed 26 cm 0 4 Team Edition 400 3.08 kg

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Y2020 AirscapeDEDICATED FREESTYLE SAILFEATURES & BENEFITS• Unique, super durable full IYU250 4-part mast pocket – the perfect material between your mast and the elements• 2 mil triax upper body panels – UV stable and weight reduction• 4 mil biax window panels – durable visibility• Triple foot and triple reinforced luff construction for maximized longevity• RDM recommended, SDM compatible – both mast types fully compatible to maximise your windsurfing experience• Forward-profile batten systems with Standing Battens at specific locations – for responsive, low-end drive and easy top-end handling• Dual clew eyelets with webbing reinforcement – adjust leech release character to suit your sailing conditions• Loftsails full-opening mast pad design... easy access to your mast extension, downhaul system and batten trim key• Trim diamond - leech release reference: dial into your sailing conditions

The Oxygen is pure freeride: easy, accessible performance.

Since its inception as the O2 back in 1999 - when the Loftsails brand began - the Oxygen has received consistent magazine praise.

Since 2005 a massive seventeen (17!) magazine test wins! Beyond doubt, the Oxygen delivers proven slalom performance in an easy, cam-free package.


Oxygen 4.6 4.6 m2 386 cm 166 cm Vario Top 16 cm 0 6 Vision 370 3.65 kgOxygen 5.3 5.3 m2 412 cm 182 cm Vario Top 12 cm 0 6 Vision 400 3.9 kgOxygen 5.8 5.8 m2 426 cm 192 cm Vario Top 26 cm 0 6 Vision 400 4.08 kgOxygen 6.3 6.3 m2 442 cm 198 cm Fixed 12 cm 0 6 Vision 430 4.22 kgOxygen 6.8 6.8 m2 458 cm 206 cm Fixed 28 cm 0 6 Vision 430 4.32 kgOxygen 7.0 7.0 m2 466 cm 210 cm Fixed 36 cm 0 6 Vision 430 4.48 kgOxygen 7.3 7.3 m2 474 cm 212 cm Fixed 14 cm 0 6 Vision 460 4.56 kgOxygen 7.8 7.8 m2 490 cm 220 cm Fixed 30 cm 0 7 Vision 460 5.01 kgOxygen 8.5 8.5 m2 510 cm 228 cm Fixed 20 cm 0 7 Vision 490 5.17 kgOxygen 9.5 9.5 m2 530 cm 238 cm Fixed 10 cm 0 7 Vision 520 5.48 kg

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Y2020 Oxygen NO-CAM FREERACEFEATURES & BENEFITS• Blue: full X-Ply – 5 mil biaxial luff and foot panels, 4 mil biax window panels, 3.5 mil biax leech panels, 2 mil upper body panels• Orange: 5 mil biaxial luff and foot panels, 5 mil mono window and 4 mil mono body panels• Tubed batten systems – control in the upper end• Dual clew eyelets with webbings – adjust leech release character to suit your sailing conditions• Cross batten with leech extension batten and inset clew – connects the boom to the batten structure and promotes lower leech twist for upper-end ease• Super durable full IYU250 4-part mast pocket – the perfect material between your mast and the elements• Double dacron head panels – easy roll-up, durability, longevity• X-ply batten pockets that alternate sail sides – same material for the batten pocket as the body material minimizes the asymmetric character of applied batten pockets. Pockets made with laminates allow the batten to be centered. These features combine to maintain rotation symmetry• Sizes 7.8 and up 7 battens, 7.3 and down 6 battens• Loftsails full-opening mast pad design – easy access to your mast extension, downhaul system and batten trim key• Trim diamond – leech-release reference: dial into your sailing conditions

Freerace performance made easy. In Planchemag’s 2019 test, the Switchblade scored perfect 10s for ‘ease of access’ and ‘rotation’.

Their verdict: “Peak Performance for all”.Wind magazine agreed. Their 2019 test headline: “Propulsion and control for minis to maxis”.

Proven performance with 3 cams and 6 or 7 battens (size depending). Moderate width mast pocket. Years of research and development make the Switchblade fast and easy for all.


Switchblade 5.3 5.3 m2 404 cm 182 cm Vario Top 34 cm 3 6 Team Edition 370 4.77 kgSwitchblade 5.8 5.8 m2 426 cm 190 cm Vario Top 26 cm 3 6 Team Edition 400 4.87 kgSwitchblade 6.3 6.3 m2 440 cm 196 cm Fixed 10 cm 3 6 Team Edition 430 5.12 kgSwitchblade 6.8 6.8 m2 464 cm 202 cm Fixed 34 cm 3 6 Team Edition 430 5.25 kgSwitchblade 7.0 7.0 m2 470 cm 204 cm Fixed 10 cm 3 6 Team Edition 460 5.36 kgSwitchblade 7.3 7.3 m2 476 cm 206 cm Fixed 16 cm 3 6 Team Edition 460 5.5 kgSwitchblade 7.8 7.8 m2 492 cm 212 cm Fixed 32 cm 3 7 Team Edition 460 6.11 kgSwitchblade 8.5 8.5 m2 510 cm 220 cm Fixed 20 cm 3 7 Team Edition 490 6.2 kgSwitchblade 9.5 9.5 m2 536 cm 232 cm Fixed 16 cm 3 7 Team Edition 520 6.38 kg

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Y2020 Switchblade 3-CAM PERFORMANCE FREERACEFEATURES & BENEFITS• Blue: full X-Ply... 5 mil biaxial luff and foot panels, 4 mil biax window panels, 3.5 mil biax leech panels, 2 mil upper body panels• Orange: 5 mil biaxial luff and foot panels, 5 mil mono window and 4 mil mono body panels• Tekcam2 camber inducer design – easy rotation and gentle to your mast• SDM and RDM mast compatibility. Tekcam2 Large (installed) and Reduced (in sailbag) included with sizes 8.6 and down• Metallic cam interfaces – MCIs eliminate contact point degradation characteristic of cam designs without MCIs• Tubed batten structure – solid stability for the upper end• X-ply batten pockets that alternate sail sides – using similar material for the batten pocket as the body material minimizes the asymmetric character of applied batten pockets. Pockets made with laminates allow the batten to be centered. These features combine to maintain rotation symmetry. In contrast, same-side dacron pockets promote asymmetrical rotation• Streamlined neoprene boom cutout with dual zippers – limits water entry into the mast sleeve for fast recovery• Blade mast pocket construction – pocket sides under the tack pulley webbings for rotation ease, clean mast pocket and longevity• Kevlar strip applications – profile definition, mast pocket stability and longevity• Super durable full IYU250 4-part mast pocket – the perfect material between your mast and the elements• Trim diamond – leech release reference: dial into your sailing conditions

Windfoil dedication: the Skyscape 2020 range includes two styles of sail: Skyscape 5.8, 6.4 and 7.0 sizes are reactive in light winds. Their newly evolved profiles and dimensions improve early flying ability. These 5-battens 3-cam designs have a moderately-narrow mast pocket. They are particularly well suited to light winds and across-the-wind foiling.

The new high-aspect Skyscape 8.0 and 9.0 are 6-batten 3-cam designs with moderately wide mast pockets. They are especially powerful in light winds, and very well suited to upwind / downwind foiling courses.


Skyscape 5.8 5.8 m2 434 cm 190 cm Fixed 34 cm 3 5 Team Edition 400 4.29 kgSkyscape 6.4 6.4 m2 456 cm 204 cm Fixed 26 cm 3 5 Team Edition 430 4.79 kgSkyscape 7.0 7.0 m2 480 cm 210 cm Fixed 20 cm 3 5 Team Edition 460 4.84 kgSkyscape 8.0 8.0 m2 524 cm 214 cm Fixed 34 cm 3 6 Team Edition 490 5.45 kgSkyscape 9.0 9.0 m2 544 cm 230 cm Fixed 24 cm 3 6 Team Edition 520 5.69 kg

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Y2020 Skyscape DEDICATED FOIL SAILFEATURES & BENEFITS• Tekcam2 camber inducer design – easy rotation and gentle to your mast• SDM and RDM mast compatibility. Tekcam2 Large (installed) and Reduced (in sail bag)• Metallic cam interfaces MCIs eliminate contact point degradation characteristic of cam designs without MCIs• Tubed batten structure – solid stability for the upper end of the wind range• X-ply batten pockets that alternate sail sides... using similar material for the batten pocket as the body material minimizes the asymmetric character of applied batten pockets. Pockets made with laminates allow the batten to be centered. These features combine to maintain rotation symmetry. In contrast, same-side dacron pockets promote asymmetrical rotation• Streamlined neoprene boom cutout with dual zippers – limits water entry into the mast sleeve for fast recovery• Blade mast pocket construction – pocket sides under the tack pulley webbings for rotation ease, clean mast pocket and longevity• Kevlar strip applications – profile definition, mast pocket stability and longevity• Durable IYU250 4-part mast pocket – the perfect material between your mast and the elements• Trim diamond – leech release reference: dial into your sailing conditions

The totally new Skyblades are 7-batten 4-cam high aspect designs that are a development step from the Loftsails Skyscapes.

Skyblades combine enhanced stability with the powerful, pump-able Skyscape design package. The additional batten and cam shift these new sails to the upper-end performance level of competitive windfoiling.

The firm Skyscape exhaust (leech twist) generates phenomenal upwind and downwind angles. These are cutting-edge designs for cutting-edge windfoil racing.


Skyblade 8.0 8.0 m2 524 cm 210 cm Fixed 34 cm 4 7 Team Edition 490 5.85 kgSkyblade 9.0 9.0 m2 540 cm 224 cm Fixed 20 cm 4 7 Team Edition 520 6.24 kgSkyblade 10.0 10.0 m2 560 cm 242 cm Fixed 30 cm 4 7 Team Edition 530 6.62 kg

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Y2020 Skyblade DEDICATED COURSE RACE FOIL SAILFEATURES & BENEFITS• Large transparent foot panel to maintain visibility during competition• Tekcam2 camber inducer design – easy rotation and gentle on your mast• SDM and RDM mast compatibility. Tekcam2 Large (installed) and Reduced (in sailbag)• Metallic cam interfaces MCIs eliminate contact point degradation characteristic of cam designs without MCIs• Tubed battens with varying carbon content. Top 3 specialized 100% carbon tubes – carbon tubes are lightweight and deliver superior stability for the upper end• X-ply batten pockets that alternate sail sides... using similar material for the batten pocket as the body material minimizes the asymmetric character of applied batten pockets. Pockets made with laminates allow the batten to be centered. These features combine to maintain rotation symmetry. In contrast, same-side dacron pockets promote asymmetrical rotation• Streamlined neoprene boom cutout with dual zippers limits water entry into the mast sleeve for fast recovery• Blade mast pocket construction – pocket sides under the tack pulley webbings for rotation ease, clean mast pocket and longevity• Kevlar strip applications – profile definition, mast pocket stability and longevity• Durable IYU250 4-part mast pocket – the perfect material between your mast and the elements• Trim marker - leech release reference: dial into your sailing conditions

The Racingblade is Loftsails’ dedicated slalom racing sail. On the competition circuit since 2012, the design is developed with attention to blistering acceleration and top speed. Efficient and stable profiles, a relatively free leech, and wide ultra-low drag mast pockets are designed into the Racingblade.

Wide mast pockets require firm tension for smooth airflow efficiency. The Racingblade mast pocket construction is unique: all 3 layers - the mast panel and the two mast pocket sides - are tensioned by the tack pulley webbings.

This construction - first developed by Loftsails - equalizes mast panel and mast pocket loading. which is key to achieving the Racingblades’ firm, clean, easy-rotating leading edge.


Racingblade 5.0 5.0 m2 TBA TBA Fixed TBA 4 7 TBA TBARacingblade 5.6 5.6 m2 TBA TBA Fixed TBA 4 7 TBA TBARacingblade 6.3 6.3 m2 TBA TBA Fixed TBA 4 7 TBA TBARacingblade 7.0 7.0 m2 TBA TBA Fixed TBA 4 7 TBA TBARacingblade 7.8 7.8 m2 TBA TBA Fixed TBA 4 7 TBA TBARacingblade 8.6 8.6 m2 TBA TBA Fixed TBA 4 7 TBA TBARacingblade 9.0 9.0 m2 TBA TBA Fixed TBA 4 7 TBA TBA

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Y2020 RacingbladeSLALOM UNLIMITEDFEATURES & BENEFITS• Blade mast pocket construction features mast panel and 2 mil triax X-Ply mast pocket sides (3 layers) tensioned directly (all 3 layers under tack pulley webbings) – downhaul tension is equalized between the mast panel and the mast pocket resulting in the Racingblade’s firm, clean, easy-rotating leading edge• Internal vertical and horizontal Kevlar strip applications at cams – defines profile and augments stability• Tubed battens with varying carbon content. Top 3 specialized 100% carbon tubes – carbon tubes are lightweight and deliver superior stability at the upper end• Unique SDM and RDM mast compatibility. Tekcam2 Large (installed) and Reduced (in sail bag) included with size 8.6 and down• Metallic cam interfaces – MCIs eliminate contact point degradation characteristic of cam designs without MCIs• X-ply batten pockets that alternate sail sides - using similar material for the batten pocket as the body material minimizes the asymmetric character of applied batten pockets. Pockets made with laminates allow the batten to be centered. These features combine to maintain rotation symmetry. In contrast, same-side dacron pockets promote asymmetrical rotation• Streamlined neoprene boom cutout with dual zippers – limits water entry into the mast sleeve, keeping the rig light for fast recoveries• Tekcam2 camber inducer design – easy rotation and gentle to your mast• Durable IYU250 4-part mast pocket – the perfect material between your mast and the elements• 4 mil Dimension Polyant laminated monofilm upper body panels – proven superior performance• Trim diamond - leech-release reference: dial into your sailing conditions

The Loftsails BladeFR has a long and proven history in Formula racing:

Dennis Littel’s incredible ten successive titles, and Fernando Martinez’s six Spanish Formula championships.


BladeFR 10.0 10.0 m2 544 cm 249 cm Fixed 22 cm 4 8 Team Edition SDM 520 7.04 kgBladeFR 11.0 11.0 m2 565 cm 262 cm Fixed 35 cm 4 8 Team Edition SDM 530 7.84 kgBladeFR 12.0 12.0 m2 586 cm 276 cm Fixed 36 cm 4 8 Team Edition SDM 550 8.38 kg

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Y2020 BladeFRFORMULA RACING MACHINEFEATURES & BENEFITS• Internal vertical and horizontal Kevlar strip applications at cams – defines profile and augments stability• Blade mast pocket construction features mast panel and 2 mil triax X-Ply mast pocket sides (3 layers) tensioned directly (all 3 layers under tack pulley webbings) – downhaul tension is equalized between the mast panel and the mast pocket resulting in the BladeFR’s firm, clean, easy-rotating leading edge• Tubed battens with varying carbon content. Top 3 specialized 100% carbon tubes – carbon tubes are lightweight and deliver superior top-end stability• Metallic Cam Interfaces MCIs eliminate contact point degradation characteristic of cam designs without MCIs• X-ply batten pockets that alternate sail sides - using similar material for the batten pocket as the body material minimises the asymmetric character of applied batten pockets. Pockets made with laminates allow the batten to be centred. These features combine to maintain rotation symmetry. In contrast, same-side dacron pockets promote asymmetrical rotation• Neoprene boom cutout with dual zippers – the rig is streamlined for improved speeds• 7 mil monofilm vertical internal panel (inside mast pocket) – profile stability• Durable IYU250 4-part mast pocket – the perfect material between your mast and the elements• Trim diamond - leech-release reference: dial into your sailing conditions

Raceboard competition most closely reflects classic racing: upwind starts, mark roundings, tactics based on windshifts, and - as always - a premium on speed. My roots run deep in the raceboard class, and our raceboard team could not be stronger. Both Joao Rodriguez and Curro Manchon are clear about what is needed to win. Joao is the current World and European Raceboard champion and it is the joint development of the Loftsails Raceboardblade design that has delivered such results.

The LW (light wind) is specific for low wind competition, while the Raceboardblade is superbly effective when the winds rise above 12 knots.


Raceboardblade 7.5 7.5 m2 482 cm 224 cm Fixed 26 cm 3 5 Team Edition SDM 460 4.36 kgRaceboardblade 8.5 8.5 m2 508 cm 234 cm Fixed 18 cm 3 5 Team Edition SDM 490 4.87 kgRaceboardblade 9.5 9.5 m2 548 cm 250 cm Fixed 28 cm 3 5 Team Edition SDM 520 5.11 kgRaceboardblade 9.5 9.5 m2 538 cm 240 cm Fixed 18 cm 3 7 Team Edition SDM 520 5.84 kg

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Y2020 RaceboardbladePURE RACEBOARD COMPETITIONFEATURES & BENEFITS• Blade mast pocket construction features mast panel and mast pocket sides (3 layers) tensioned directly (all 3 layers under tack pulley webbings) – therefore downhaul tension is equalized between the mast panel and the mast pocket resulting in the Raceboard Blade’s firm, clean, easy-rotating leading edge• 4 mil Dimension Polyant monofilm body panels – proven superior performance• Tubed battens with varying carbon content• Metallic cam interfaces – MCIs eliminate contact point degradation• Exposed tack (no mast pad) and boomhole, facilitating adjustable downhaul assemblies• Xply batten pockets that alternate sail sides... using similar material for the batten pocket as the body material minimizes the asymmetric character of applied batten pockets. Pockets made with laminates allow the batten to be centered. These features combine to maintain rotation symmetry. In contrast, same-side dacron pockets promote asymmetrical rotation• Trim diamond - leech-release reference: dial into your sailing conditions• Durable IYU250 4-part mast pocket – the perfect material between your mast and the elements• New tack strap with eyelet - strap tension independent from downhaul tension

Spark Team EditionC50 RDM MAST EXTENSION RDM

Vision Team EditionC75 RDM MAST EXTENSION SDM

Team EditionC100 RDM

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Loftsails quality pre-preg construction methods make the 50% Carbon Spark more than an entry-level mast, with reaction and performance comparable to many higher carbon-content mast models and solid construction for peace of mind. Excellent choice with super longevity for general freeride blasting and progression and great value for money.

Loftsails Vision 75% carbon range deliver highend response and reaction for performance freeriders, freerace and wavesailing use in a durable pre-preg construction package that’s tough and strong for either camber wear or punishment in the surf.

Loftsails reliable, precision manufacturing methods ensure consistent quality that reduces production variance tolerance considerably so that the intended behavior of the masts is assured.

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SPARK C50 RDM 50% CARBON

TEAM EDITION C100 RDM 100% CARBON

VISION C75 RDM 75% CARBON

Constant Curve Carbon Fiber Quality Finishing Base % Top % Stiffness IMCS Weight

Spark C50 RDM 340 T700 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 14 1.52 kgSpark C50 RDM 370 T700 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 17 1.61 kgSpark C50 RDM 400 T700 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 19 1.66 kgSpark C50 RDM 430 T700 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 21 2.16 kgSpark C50 RDM 460 T700 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 25 2.51 kg


Team Edition C100 RDM 340 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 14 1.208 kgTeam Edition C100 RDM 370 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 17 1.35 kgTeam Edition C100 RDM 400 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 19 1.485 kgTeam Edition C100 RDM 430 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 21 1.64 kgTeam Edition C100 RDM 460 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 25 1.9 kgTeam Edition C100 RDM 490 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 29 2.21 kgTeam Edition C100 RDM 520 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 33 2.56 kg


Vision C75 RDM 340 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 14 1.31 kgVision C75 RDM 370 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 17 1.61 kgVision C75 RDM 400 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 19 1.695 kgVision C75 RDM 430 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 21 1.995 kgVision C75 RDM 460 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 25 2.375 kgVision C75 RDM 490 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 29 2.69 kg

Loftsails Team Edition masts are focused on achieving the best possible response for the least possible weight, without compromising durability. In high-performance sails, reaction and reflex are critical and having that pre-set, intended behavior pre-set and consistently replicated in all diameters and sizes of the mast program is the number one requirement in complementing their test-winning sails.

Using the best possible T700 and T800 carbon fibers and pre-preg (pre-impregnated with resin for the best possible quality vs. traditional wet layup processes) methods.Loftsails autoclave-cured process delivers the highest standard of tensile strength, impact/friction protection and responsive flex available – all from a bespoke, dedicated program – unlike many brands that rely on off-the-shelf OEM products alone.

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TEAM EDITION C100 SDM 100% CARBON


Team Edition C100 SDM 370 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 17 1.51 kgTeam Edition C100 SDM 400 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 19 1.685 kgTeam Edition C100 SDM 430 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 21 1.76 kgTeam Edition C100 SDM 460 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 25 1.79 kgTeam Edition C100 SDM 490 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 29 2 kgTeam Edition C100 SDM 520 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 33 2.45 kgTeam Edition C100 SDM 530 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 34 2.45 kgTeam Edition C100 SDM 550 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 35 2.67 kg

Loftsails Team Edition masts are focused on achieving the best possible response for the least possible weight, without compromising durability. In high-performance sails, reaction and reflex are critical and having that pre-set, intended behavior pre-set and consistently replicated in all diameters and sizes of the mast program is the number one requirement in complementing their test-winning sails.

Using the best possible T700 and T800 carbon fibers and pre-preg (pre-impregnated with resin for the best possible quality vs. traditional wet layup processes) methods.Loftsails autoclave-cured process delivers the highest standard of tensile strength, impact/friction protection and responsive flex available – all from a bespoke, dedicated program – unlike many brands that rely on off-the-shelf OEM products alone.

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Loftsails Vision 75% carbon range deliver highend response and reaction for performance freeriders, freerace and wavesailing use in a durable pre-preg construction package that’s tough and strong for either camber wear or punishment in the surf.

Loftsails reliable, precision manufacturing methods ensure consistent quality that reduces production variance tolerance considerably so that the intended behavior of the masts is assured.

VISION C75 SDM 75% CARBON


Vision C75 RDM 340 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 14 1.31 kgVision C75 RDM 370 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 17 1.61 kgVision C75 RDM 400 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 19 1.695 kgVision C75 RDM 430 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 21 1.995 kgVision C75 RDM 460 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 25 2.375 kgVision C75 RDM 490 with Mastbag T700 & T800 Standard Matte 64 % 76 % 29 2.69 kg

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All Loftsails C75 and Team Edition (C100) mast are supplied with protective mast bags as you would expect with a premium product.

The Spark C50 line is targeted at offering value for money at competitive price points and therefore mast bags are available and priced separately to fit these items on demand.

Loftsails Mastbag

MAST EXTENSION RDM MAST EXTENSION SDM

All components must be optimized for performance windsurfing. Loftsails adds our new and exclusive mast extensions to our range of top-quality products. Loftsails mast extensions bring reliability and ease of use to a new level.The pulley block is 100% molded metal construction. Both SDM and RDM models include three wheels and are compatible with 4-roller tack pulleys. Spectra line is standard. Our exclusive base design is ultra-easy to thread, and when required replace the downhaul line.The Loftsails U-Joint (mast base) is of molded-metal construction for the upper part. The base includes an easy to use star-shape design lower part.

Description Length Width Construction Weight

Loftsails Mastbag 340 197 cm 12 cm Tarpaulin With Water Repelling Polyester 600D 0.40 kgLoftsails Mastbag 370 217 cm 12 cm Tarpaulin With Water Repelling Polyester 600D 0.45 kg Loftsails Mastbag 400 231 cm 12 cm Tarpaulin With Water Repelling Polyester 600D 0.46 kg Loftsails Mastbag 430 248 cm 12 cm Tarpaulin With Water Repelling Polyester 600D 0.50 kg Loftsails Mastbag 460 260 cm 12 cm Tarpaulin With Water Repelling Polyester 600D 0.51 kg Loftsails Mastbag 490 278 cm 12 cm Tarpaulin With Water Repelling Polyester 600D 0.55 kg Loftsails Mastbag 520/530 288 cm 12 cm Tarpaulin With Water Repelling Polyester 600D 0.62 kg

Description Construction Wall Thickness (mm) Downhaul Ratio Minimum (cm) Maximum (cm) Weight (kg)

Team Edition Mast Extension RDM 32 Aluminium T8 2 mm 8:1 - 3 pulleys 4 cm 32 0.6 kgTeam Edition Mast Extension RDM 46 Aluminium T8 2 mm 8:1 - 3 pulleys 4 cm 46 0.6 kg Team Edition Mast Extension SDM 32 Aluminium T8 2 mm 8:1 - 3 pulleys 4 cm 32 0.6 kgTeam Edition Mast Extension SDM 46 Aluminium T8 2 mm 8:1 - 3 pulleys 4 cm 46 0.6 kg

Team Edition Mast ExtensionFor those windsurfers who prefer slalom-seat harness designs, Loftsails has a new solution. The Loftsails Slalom Lite harness is the effective transfer of rig power to your body. The Slalom Lite harness is designed with four vertical seams that allow the curves worked into the vertical seams a unique snug fit to the body. Neoprene interior center and side panels make for a soft grip, while the dual side stiffeners take transfer rig power softly to the hips. The bottom panel is triple layer, while the neoprene panels also include internal strengthening panels. Spreader bar adjustment tails are velcro-equipped to keep your windsurfing silent. The Loftsails Slalom Lite harness is compfortable, light, strong, and transfers rig power directly to the sailors hips... fantastically functional.

Description Construction Wall Thickness (mm) Downhaul Ratio Minimum (cm) Maximum (cm) Weight (kg)

Team Edition Mast Extension RDM 32 Aluminium T8 2 mm 8:1 - 3 pulleys 4 cm 32 0.6 kgTeam Edition Mast Extension RDM 46 Aluminium T8 2 mm 8:1 - 3 pulleys 4 cm 46 0.6 kg Team Edition Mast Extension SDM 32 Aluminium T8 2 mm 8:1 - 3 pulleys 4 cm 32 0.6 kgTeam Edition Mast Extension SDM 46 Aluminium T8 2 mm 8:1 - 3 pulleys 4 cm 46 0.6 kg

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TWENTY · 2019. 8. 9. · Foreword As Loftsails celebrates twenty years the good vibes are stronger than ever.And it’s an opportunity to look back on a life designing windsurfing