Rig includes 2011 Gaastra Matrix, Chinook CompetitionAlloy boom, uphauland WD 15% Carbon Mast (upgrades available in Select Mast drop down menu). *Free shipping conditions may apply.
Gaastra quality, Gaastra satisfaction guaranteed.
Designed by American Dan Kaseler. Developed in USA.
Gaastra Matrix 6.5 - Boards (UK )
"very clear favourite from this test...we very strongly recommend this sail for any recreational freeride sailing and drag racing...great feedback and power while retaining easy handling, good top end and maneuverability...very impressed with it's real competitive edge over it's rivals without sacrificing comfort in any way...faster and more comfortable for blasting and manouvering than opposition...excellent acceleration and top speed...extremely forgiving in heavy chop...allows very easy maneuvering of the board and goes neutral for easy handling...it is the first time for several seasons that we tried a no-cam sail that seems to move the genre forward a notch....best acceleration, always fast. Impressive"
Gaastra Matrix 7.5 - Windsurf (UK)
"Verdict; The Matrix has a massive natural range, feeling crisp and easy in the hands and requiring minimal input for impressive returns. Liked by all who sailed it, it comes well recommended as a high performance freeride sail." (Full review below)
Don't want the hassle of cams, but crave speed and stability, the Matrix is your solution. Jibes and maneuvers are effortless as the RAF battens easily rotate in transitions. The handling is light and free, but at no cost to sizzling top end performance and low end power. Twin X-Ply luff panels keep shape low and forward as you crank up to mach speed.
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Newly designed for better all-round performance the Matrix continues to push the boundaries and raise the bar of a non-cam free ride sail. Top end stability combined with easy maneuvers make this a speedy blaster. -- Ross Williams
Gaastra Matrix 6.5 - Boards (UK )
"very clear favourite from this test...we very strongly recommend this sail for any recreational freeride sailing and drag racing...great feedback and power while retaining easy handling, good top end and maneuverability...very impressed with it's real competitive edge over it's rivals without sacrificing comfort in any way...faster and more comfortable for blasting and maneuvering than opposition...excellent acceleration and top speed...extremely forgiving in heavy chop...allows very easy maneuvering of the board and goes neutral for easy handling...it is the first time for several seasons that we tried a no-cam sail that seems to move the genre forward a notch....best acceleration, always fast. Impressive"
No cams, no problem. With more power built in to this stable design, don't be fooled into thinking this rig has cams. Early acceleration, easy handling and incredible top end stability will impress all riders novice to advanced!
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Windsurfing Direct Exclusive - Vario Adjustable Head on 5.5 & 6.0! Twin strip x ply luff panel: with S-string Kevlar reinforcementsFor stability and higher rig tension
California Battens - Best on the market with 505 Tubes
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
Size |
Mast |
IMCS |
Luff |
Boom |
Base |
Batten |
Head |
Cams
|
5.5 |
430 |
21 |
434 |
176 |
6 |
6 |
Fixed |
0 |
6.0 |
430 |
21 |
445 |
185 |
17 |
6 |
Fixed |
0 |
6.5 |
430 |
21 |
455 |
195 |
27 |
6 |
Fixed |
0 |
7.0 |
460 |
25 |
470 |
207 |
12 |
6 |
Fixed |
0 |
7.5 |
460 |
25 |
483 |
214 |
25 |
6 |
Fixed |
0 |
8.0 |
490 |
29 |
497 |
221 |
9 |
6 |
Fixed |
0 |
8.5 |
490 |
29 |
511 |
226 |
23 |
6 |
Fixed |
0 |
|
The 2011 Matrix range is compatable with RDM or Standard diameter
masts from 30% to 100% carbon. Optimal performance is with 55 - 75%
carbon. 
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