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Designed by American Dan Kaseler. Developed in USA.

Gaastra Manic 4.7 - Windsurf (UK):

“The stand out sail in this line-up that has tried to answer just that question is the Gaastra Manic 4.7. A very unique sail in this group…with it’s breathable draft and high skin tension, it is the closest yet to combining a solid power delivery across a wind range, with a sharp precise and instantaneous handling. Can be used to devastating effect on a wave, incredibly light, boasting an exceptional wind range, the new Manic is a maneuver sailors dream power source.

Verdict: The Manic is a fantastically engineered sail, and it comes highly recommended for the maneuver oriented sailor, providing an awesome blend of power, range and handling characteristics.”

Gaastra Manic 5.3 - Windsurf (UK):

Incredibly light and neutral at idle, Manic quickly adopts significant camber as sheeted in...effeciently transferring power into the board, crisp and balanced...accelerating up to impressive speed...superb natural wind range...comfortable and controllable to use for long periods...precise useable power...re-positioned effortlessly...power instantly returns as sheeted in...massive user apeal...precise yet easily attainable performance.

Verdict: Universal appeal...providing a devastating combination of precise power and light, controllable handling. Highly recommended."

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Twin strip x ply luff panel: with S-string Kevlar reinforcements For stability and higher rig tension
California Battens - Best on the market
High quality Dimension Polyant material - Doesn't delaminate
Heavy Duty Luff sock - the lightest on the market when wet
Luff Sock stitching is 100% protected to ensure durabilty
Jelly Foot and Seam beads to protect against aggressive non-skid of modern boards
Reinforced Endbatten HD Layer
Silicon Reinforced Mast Opening & Sail perimeter
Double stitched seams
Clew Grommet Reinforced - most durable on the market
Dycut Curves to protect baten pocket ends when rigging
Responsive leech tension: With higher clew grommet
Six batten configuration for stability
Perfected foot cut out: Balancing speed and maneuverability
Triangulated load bearing panel layout: Gives the most strength to weight ratio

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
Dacron Luff panel
Gives a smooth responsive leech tension.

A soft, yet highly elastic feel
Provides the perfect balance for side-off ripping.

Flatter foot batten profiles
With a finer entry improve speed and performance.

Slightly shorter boom
Adds maneuverability in the pocket of reeling waves.

Lower clew grommet
Helps keep rider square while driving hard bottom turns.

New Luff Curve
Perfectly matching Gaastra C100RDM masts.

Sailor Profile
Advanced Intermediate to Professional
Sailors between 50 – 90 kg.

PRO QUOTE

The ’08 Manic leaps forward, delivering a fast, responsive, high-end wave sail. Handling this sail is effortless, simplifying even the most difficult modern maneuvers. -- Ross Williams

Better acceleration and more controllable power have made the 08 Manic more alive than ever. It’s the best sail I have ever used! The ’08 Manic possess the most balanced feel on the water today.