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Tushingham Storm Force 10

High Wind Freeride/Crossover Not all high-wind sailors are wave sailors; Tushingham were the first to recognise this by designing a sail for all-round performance in high winds and chop. The Storm delivers a blend of balance and power that combines comfort and control with blistering performance through the full spectrum of high wind conditions. A multiple test winner since its introduction, the Storm continues to evolve and is now considered by many as one of the most successful sails in the history of windsurfing. The Storm features a significant range of adjustment, by way of the downhaul and outhaul controls, to guarantee that you will find the best setting for any sailing style or sea condition. The end result is a sail that you can simply forget about, in the best possible way, freeing your attention for best performance and control. The Storm is produced in a comprehensive size range, the most complete multi-discipline range of high wind sails ever produced.

Sail	Boom	Luff	Imcs
3.5	153	356 adj	16-21
4.0	162	376 adj	16-21
4.25	166	383 adj	16-21
4.5	170	390 adj	16-21
4.75	168	404 adj	16-21
5.0	174	409 adj	19-21
5.25	184	422 adj	19-25
5.5	186	430 adj	19-25
5.75	188	442 adj	21-25
6.0	193	452 adj	21-25
6.25	198	460 adj	21-25
6.5	199	464 adj	21-25

Price from: £305.00

Size

Tushingham TBird 3

No Cam Freeride Tushingham have led the field in freeride performance, since the landmark Heckler burst onto the scene back in 1999. The Hekler received rave reviews. Since that time, our focus has been on refining the blend of all-round performance, through the biggest possible wind range, and combining this with the excellent handling that has become a Ken Black hallmark. The Hekler, Max, Thunderbird and now the Thunderbird T3, have all developed this theme, to what is now an incredibly high standard. The introduction of the new 'Airframe' construction technique to the 'T3 brings further significant improvements. A lighter overall weight combined with improved durability and stability of flow-shape will ensure that the Thunderbird will deliver the promised performance for longer than ever. The T3 features a huge range of adjustment by way of downhaul and outhaul, that allows the rider to achieve a setting to suit their weight and sailing style and to adjust for the conditions. It can be set full for low-end power or flat and twisted in a style that will handle the most overpowering conditions with ease. The 'T3 is very fast; in fact it has a performance that, only a few years ago, was the preserve of dedicated race sails. Although it's strongly built, the aerodynamic efficiency of the 'T3 means that it still feels remarkably light in the hands, particularly during transitions and manoeuvres. It's this combination of terrific performance together with trouble free, no cam, easy rigging and easy handling, that makes this the perfect freeride sail for 90% of sailors and conditions. With many years of continuous development behind it and now with the introduction of the 'Airframe' construction technology, the Thunderbird T3, truly is the benchmark freeride sail.

Sail	Boom	Luff	Imcs
6.0	189	449	21-25
6.5	190	465	23-27
7.0	202	475	24-27
7.5	216	485	25-27
8.0	223	495	25-29
8.5	232	508	28-30

Price from: £335.00

Size

Tushingham Lightning

Twin Cam Performance Speed/Slalom Full on, multi cam race sails only work properly when seriously overpowered, and even then, they're not really designed to perform across the wind on a reach. The Lightning brings you the result of lessons learned on the racing circuit, but delivers them in a true user-friendly package. The larger sizes are the perfect tools for large, early planing boards, whilst the smaller sizes are the first choice for slalom racing and speed events. The Lightning presents a less extreme experience than the X-15 and will appeal to sailors looking for performance across a wider range of wind-speeds. It's cut fairly flat, but with the camber locked in, it delivers plenty of low-end power with a minimum of effort from the sailor. As the wind increases, seven battens and two new style roller cams ensure the sail remains totally stable, delivering phenomenal speeds whilst remaining easy to use. The Lightning remains very easy to rig, and combines the best attributes of a race sail with the user-friendly appeal of a good rotational.

Sail	Boom	Luff	Imcs
6.0	194	444 adj	20-25
6.5	200	462	21-25
7.0	206	470	24-27
7.8	223	487	24-27
8.5	232	503	28-30
9.4	248	530	28-34

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Price from: £339.00

Size

Tushingham The Rock

Hardcore Wave Many sailmakers will tell you that there are many different types of wave sail and they back this up by producing three full ranges. Our experience has always been that wave conditions are many and varied and that few sailors are able to specialise in one specific 'style' of wave sailing. Our focus has been to produce one super adjustable sail that will cope with whatever's thrown at it. We have a brand new Rock for 2008 which, builds on the reputation for all-round wave ability. Big variations in power can be achieved by using the outhaul as well as the downhaul. This makes for easier adjustment on the water, even during a competition wave heat. The new panel layout with 30mm double seams in all high stress areas, plus Tushingham's unique PVC crash panel incorporates many detail improvements for an incredibly high level of durability. Although very strong, the Tushingham 'Airframe' construction keeps the sail physically light and its aerodynamic efficiency makes the Rock feels remarkably light in the hands. It's what Ken Black calls his 'Forget about it' feel, allowing 100% concentration on the job in hand. Two new super small sizes extend the Rock's appeal to include storm-chasers and kids with a high level of wave ability.

Sail	Boom	Luff	Imcs
3.3	148	345 adj	16-19
3.7	148	367 adj	16-19
4.0	152	383 adj	16-19
4.2	155	393 adj	16-21
4.5	160	408 adj	16-19
4.7	162	420 adj	19-21
5.0	169	426 adj	19-21
5.2	173	430 adj	19-25
5.5	177	445 adj	21-25
5.7	179	451 adj	21-25
6.0	184	459 adj	21-25

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Price from: £274.85

Size

Tushingham The Wedge

Freestyle weapon Brand new for 2008 the latest Wedge was developed in association with British Freestyle Champion, Andy 'Bubble' Chambers. It's the most radical sail in the collection with a very different feel to the Ken Black 'norm'. The Wedge is optimised for instant response above outright performance. The striking lightweight design features shorter boom lengths, more pre-cut fullness in the lower sections and a special luff curve that allows the sail to twist efficiently with low downhaul loads. This reduces top end control but gives an instant response for acceleration into radical moves, at the same time de-powering immediately when the sail is sheeted out. More downhaul can be applied if required, which will give the control needed in higher winds and more demanding conditions. A very specialised design, the Wedge offers perfect control for the freestyle sailor. Freestyling appeals particularly to the younger sailor which is why the range now extends down to include a 4.6m size.

Sail	Boom	Luff	Imcs
4.6	160	410 adj	19
5.2	170	433	19-21
5.7	179	447	21
6.4	190	466	25

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Price from: £305.50

Size

Tushingham X-15

Multi Cam Speed / Slalom / Racing X-15 means performance across a range of disciplines but sharing one simple aim Ð To be the fastest! The sizes 5.2m to 7.7m are optimised for pure Speed/Slalom applications whilst the larger sizes are aimed at racing performance on a Formula board. The 9.0m is something of a crossover size, being suitable for both light wind slalom and high wind racing. Multi cam, multi batten designs like the X-15 have the reputation of being difficult to handle and difficult to rig. We've paid a great deal of attention to these aspects; with a new camber inducer design (which has the rollers on the tips) and with a specially developed rigging procedure we're now pleased to say that the X-15 is now far more user friendly in this respect. Once rigged the performance on the water is electric with a super stable sail shape that invites the strongest of gusts. Designed without compromise for big winds and maximum speed it features; 8 battens, 5 cams and a very low drag, light feel. It won't pull your arms out of their sockets as you may expect, but its slippery foil shape will keep accelerating as long as the wind keeps blowing and you keep your nerve. The X-15 has been developed to improve its performance in gusty and choppy conditions but it retains an almost unlimited 'top end' speed! The X-15 is the first choice for sailors seeking outright performance in fully powered challenging conditions.

Sail	Boom	Luff	Imcs
5.2	183	412	19
5.8	188	440	21
6.4	199	461	25
7.0	205	480	25
7.7	221	500	25-29
9.0	242	526	29-33
9.8	263	548	33
10.8	277	572	33-36

Price from: £346.37

Size

Tushingham XR-Race

Longboard racing is back to stay. The XR is the ultimate race design giving great performance across the range. With a fuller profile and tighter leech allowing the sail to be pumped but remain stable when the wind gets up. The 3 cams in the 3 larger sizes offering more low end power and stability in the higher wind range.
Price from: £356.59

Size

Tushingham Dino

High performance for juniors Not all kids are beginners. The Dino is a true high performance sail, in sizes as low as 2 square metres. The key element is the super-light and highly responsive Carbon 60 Dino mast. This is not only much lighter than anything previously available, but is far softer, so that it has the scaled down dynamics of a full size performance mast. This allows us to cut a sail that reacts in exactly the same way as a full size sail. 30 knots of planing performance can now be a reality for kids with the required level of skill. However, the Dino is not solely the preserve of highly skilled youngsters. Its light weight and balanced feel also make it perfect for novice kids even for their first attempt.