We have used this new sail extensively and are blown away with the performance. By far the best Freeride sail we have ever used!

Fully redesigned for 2012,  with Cross Batten in the boom area. Instant acceleration, more power, more control and incredible upwind performance: the new Matrix impresses all with a huge wind range. The result is a state-of-the-art freeride design with a lower center of gravity and more compact outline for awesome jumping and gybing. No matter what conditions you sail, the new 2012 Matrix will get amaze you!

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

The new Matrix is equipped with six battens and NO cambers. The new Radial Panel Layout optimally distributes the forces on the sail, it also allows a better profile alignment, more harmonious twist behavior while making the sail more robust. The foot area is free of folds and the bottom window of the sail was again reinforced. The three composite tube battens ensure that the power zone remains stable even in hammering gusts.

With the new shorter boom and shorter mast, the Matrix is a modern performance-oriented sail. The new changes make it quite different to the Cross. The new outline in the foot area makes it easier to pull the sail on the board. It is easy to rig, jibes like a wave sail, but once you hook in it develops turbo speed, like a real slalom sail. Whether you have a Freeride, Freerace or a thoroughbred Slalom board under your feet, the Matrix will deliver performance. The pressure point is further back allowing for effortless drive upwind and planing without pumping, even with larger and heavier boards. It is designed to work perfectly with 75 and 55 percent carbon masts.

TOP FACTS

• NEW DESIGN!
• No cambers
• Equipped with 6 battens
• New dropped clew - shorter boom, improved lower twist
• Fifth batten crosses the boom area - more power and performance
• Short boom / Short mast
• Radial Panel Layout - for optimized profile, twist control and durability