Thunderbird T3 - 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.
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| Size | Max Luff | Mast IMCS Ideal | Mast IMCS Range | Max Boom | Battens | Cams |
| 6.00 | 4.49 | 21 | 21-25 | 1.89 | 6 | 0 |
| 6.50 | 4.65 | 25 | 23-27 | 1.90 | 6 | 0 |
| 7.00 | 4.75 | 25 | 24-27 | 2.02 | 6 | 0 |
| 7.50 | 4.85 | 25 | 25-27 | 2.16 | 7 | 0 |
| 8.00 | 4.95 | 29 | 25-29 | 2.23 | 7 | 0 |
| 8.50 | 5.08 | 29 | 28-30 | 2.32 | 7 | 0 |