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The most versatile of Neil Pryde's wave sails, the Combat is equally at home in huge onshore whitewater or side-offshore winds and peeling waves.

The most versatile of Neil Pryde's wave sails, the Combat is equally at home in huge onshore whitewater or side-offshore winds and peeling waves. This, combined with the Combat's reinforced X-Ply construction, results in a sail that no matter how much trouble you get yourself into, will see you on the other side.

Design Objectives:

• To develop an all-around wave sail that feels equally at home in side-shore and onshore conditions.
• To be a sail that features strong construction and durability. The Combat is for riders who want to "go big" without worrying about the survival of their equipment.
• Give the sail a more lightweight, soft feeling while maintaining bottom-end performance and good upwind ability.
• Develop a more neutral sail that will de-power easily during tight turns and when landing jumps.

Objectives Achieved By:

• The Combat shares a similar aspect ratio to the Zone, but with additional shaping (draft) and luff curve. By retaining a similar aspect ratio to the Zone, the Combat delivers a light, maneuverable sail for side shore conditions; while moderate shaping provides the power necessary for onshore conditions.
• A medium rotated sail body allows for instant depower during wave riding and maneuverable.
• The Combat has more leech tension than the Zone. This improves upwind performance and early planing.
• Increased luff curve (compared to the Zone) provides smooth power, stability and direct drive.
• 100% X-ply sail body, no use of monofilm. This greatly enhances durability.
• Introduction of a more progressive luff-curve that allows the sail to twist under load