Flatwater

User Guide S-Max

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Rigging

1

Unroll sail starboard side.

2

Set your boom and mast base to proper lengths, as indicated on the sail.

3

Make sure that your mast ferrule is clean and free from sand. Join the mast and check that the mast is properly joined together.

4

Slide the mast up the mast sleeve, with the mast on top of the cambers. Before threading the downhaul rope, make sure that the top of the mast is all the way in.

5

Downhaul the sail enough to pre-bend the mast enough to show in the boom cutout so it is easy to attach your boom. This is generally about 10cm less than the recommended luff length.

6

After you’ve attached the boom front at the desired height, outhaul your sail to the recommended length.

7

Now release some downhaul tension to make it easy to pop on the cambers. Open the zippers and put one hand on the camber and one hand on the back of the camber to pop them into position. Start with the bottom camber and then the top camber. Check that the cambers are on properly and double check so that the mast pieces are tight together. Close the zippers. Chech the so the mast is properly joined together.

8

Downhaul the sail to the recommended luff length, making sure your leech is loose as described in the diagram below. Make sure that the tack pulley is within 2-3cm of the
downhaul cleat.

Tip — Always use as little mast extension as possible.
9

Adjust your outhaul if necessary.

Tip — Your boom end should always be within 2 cm of the final outhaul position.
10

Finally, tension all battens until all vertical wrinkles through the batten pockets disappear. Tip- Proper batten tension is crucial for top performance, but it is important not to over-tension the battens. An over-tightened batten will ”S” bend, negatively effecting performance.

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Cambers. The S-Max comes with an extra camber which makes it possible to rigg it on a RDM (reduced diameter mast) aswell as on a SDM (standard diameter mast). To rigg your S-Max on a RDM, change the bottom camber to the TEKCAM REDUCED which come with your sail. When you choose to change back to a SDM you will need to put back the TEKCAM LARGE camber.

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RDM vs SDM

Tip — The bend curve of the SDM and RDM’s are compatible with one another, but the RDM’s are more durable, therefore more suitable for punishing wave conditions. SDM’s provide a faster reflex response, better stability, and faster acceleration, especially in lengths of 460 cm or longer, therefore more suitable for flatwater sailing in the larger sizes.
1 Downhaul
2 Outhaul
3 Mast join
4 Boom height
5 Batten tension

Before You Hit The Water

1. Downhaul

When the S-Max is correctly downhauled, the leach should be loose approximately half into the sail body between the top batten and the second batten from the top. If the sail is overpowered, you can add 1-2 cm to the downhaul. If you add too much downhaul, the sail will become unstable.

2. Outhaul

With the downhaul set, apply your outhaul according to the specified settings. This is an average setting for most conditions. You can decrease the power by adding 1-2 cm more outhaul, or in lighter winds, you can increase the power by reducing the outhaul by 1-2 cm. Use the lower o-ring for more power, and the upper o-ring for more control.

3. Mast Join

Make sure that your mast ferrule is clean and free from sand. Join the mast and check that the mast is properly joined together. Note! A mast which breaks due to a gap between the mast parts is not covered by Simmer Style warranty.

4. Boom Height

A good starting point is shoulder height when standing next to the sail. A lower boom will give you more control and depower the sail. A higher boom will increase the power. The boom height is very personal. A higher boom position requires more outhaul than a lower boom position. If you have your boom towards the top of the sleeve cut-out, you need to add approximately 2.5 cm from the neutral outhaul setting. If you ride with your boom towards the bottom of the sleeve cut-out, you must decrease your outhaul by approximately 2.5 cm from the neutral setting.

5. Batten Tension

Finally, tension all battens until all vertical wrinkles through the batten pockets disappear. Proper batten tension is crucial for high-end performance. It is important not to over-tension the battens. An over-tightened batten will ”S” bend, negatively effecting performance. The top two battens only require neutral batten tension.

Specifications

sizeboomluffmastrec mastupgrade masttopbattensweight (kg)
5.5178417400SX8 RDM or SDMSX10 RDM or SDMadjustable64.4
6.0184430430SX8 RDM or SDMSX10 RDM or SDMfixed64.5
6.5192442430SX8 RDM or SDMSX10 RDM or SDMfixed64.6
7.1203457430SX8 RDM or SDMSX10 RDM or SDMfixed64.8
7.8215465460SX8 SDMSX10 SDMfixed65.1
8.5225494490SX8 SDM SX10 SDM fixed65.3

Safety & Warranty

Warranty. Simmer Style sails and accessories are guaranteed against manufacturing and material defects according to regulations in the country where they were purchased. The guarantee is only valid when the problem originates from recreational sailing on water. Normal wear and tear is not guaranteed. Check exact terms with your local dealer or online shop.
Warning. Windsurfing can be dangerous. Equipment can break and difficult conditions can develop quickly. Always sail with others and take appropriate precautions. Carbon masts are electrically conductive - do not go sailing in lightning storms or near power lines. Always check the weather forecast before you go sailing.
Disclaimer of liability. Simmer Style and its distributors have no control over how any Simmer Style products are used or if the correct safety precautions are taken. Therefore Simmer Style and its distributors assume no responsibility, and shall have no liability for any loss or injury caused, in whole or in part, by its actions, omissions or negligence, or for any contingencies beyond its control in procuring, compiling or delivering any information.

Maintenance

  • Do not use abrasives, harsh chemicals or solvents to clean your sail.
  • Avoid sharp and abrasive surfaces.
  • Stop using your sail in case of puncture. In an emergency, temporarily repair with thick, non-stretch tape.
  • Do not leave exposed to UV light for extended periods - films degrade rapidly.
  • Rinse the film free from salt and sand with fresh water after use and leave to dry before storage.