Lightning - Twin Cam Performance Speed/Slalom

Full race sails only work properly when seriously overpowered, and even then, they're not really designed to perform across the wind on a reach. They will probably disappoint in lighter winds and they don't rate as rigger-friendly kit for regular use. The Lightning brings you the result of lessons learned on the racing circuit, but it 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 fast making a name for themselves in slalom racing and speed events. The Lightning is 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 large style roller cams, make sure that the sail remains totally stable, delivering phenomenal speeds whilst remaining easy to use. The 2006 Lightning's now feature full 'Airframe' construction for improved stability and durability combined with a reduction in overall weight.

Please click on an image to enlarge it. Despite its camber-induced specification, the Lightning remains relatively easy to rig, and combines the best attributes of a race sail with the user-friendly appeal of a good rotational. The Lightning equals stunning performance, with an ease of use that the older camber induced sails could never approach.

Size	Max Luff	Mast IMCS Ideal	Mast IMCS Range	Max Boom	Battens	Cams
6.00	4.44 (adj)	21	20-25	1.94	7	2
6.50	4.62	21 or 25	21-25	2.00	7	2
7.00	4.70	25	24-27	2.06	7	2
7.80	4.87	25	24-27	2.23	7	2
8.50	5.03	29	28-30	2.32	7	2
9.40	5.30	29 or 33	28-34	2.48	7	2
10.30	5.50	33	32-36	2.57	7	2