N-Weave Technology:
A new low-elongation, high tensile strength woven fibre, to help reduce geometric compromise in our inflated structures. N-Weave creates a stiffer, lighter rig that holds its shape when under load and has a highly efficient power delivery.Β 3x stiffer than a polyester of the same weight, N-Weave reduces structural deflection and transfers wind energy into greater forward speed, explosive boost and hangtime for freestyle tricks.
VMG Optimised Design:
The primary design objectives for the Mode were speed and VMG, or Velocity Made Good, which indicates your speed towards or from the direction of the wind. The wingβs fast, VMG-optimized design enables you to sail closer to the wind, on higher upwind angles, reducing your need to tack or gybe, so you reach the mark as quickly as possible.
High End Stability:
The Mode has incredible high-end stability. The 4.2 and 5.5 are designed for high end, stronger winds, while the 7m is optimised for greater power in lighter air. The wing also has excellent range - thatβs why thereβs only three in the whole quiver. Any rider will benefit from the wingβs stability and tensioning. Once youβre up on the foil its designed for stability at the high end β whereas the Nova and Nova Light Wind are designed for better performance in the low end.
Dual Inflation Valve:
There are two main valves, one on the LE and one on the strut, with an interlinking valve and hose. This enables you to inflate the strut to a higher pressure than the leading edge. The N-Weave material also has a higher inflation pressure capacity, which enables you to to use a smaller wing size, without sacrificing power.
Rigid Grip Lock Handles:
Rigid GripLock micro-trim control handles for immediate response and intuitive transitions. The rigid handles radically transform the way you ride,β―with instant control and reduced hand-fatigue.β―The two long handlebarsβ―areβ―wrappedβ―in a soft EVA grip for comfort, and enable you to slide your handsβ―into optimum trimming positions to control the wingβs pitch,β―yawβ―andβ―roll,β―while keeping your body positioned perfectly over the foil.β―More freedomβ―in your hand placement lets you choose the best feel based on the conditions, your armβ―length,β―and your body size.
Gybe Friendly Window Positioning:
New race-window positioning for keeping an eye on your opponents. Weβve placed two smaller windows in front of you so you can see down wind. Weβve also placed a window towards the end of the strut for a visual on whatβs behind you.