Pursuit means catch and pass.

The definition of the word ‘pursuit’ brings to mind an effort to catch someone or something, coming from behind, and passing. The Pursuit is the fastest sail in its class, often proven in magazine tests and reported by happy sailors. The excellent wind range comes from a very even shape distribution that promotes a smooth transition from the fullness of the lower sections to the flatter upper sections. The relatively low total luff curve values are responsible for the easy rigging character and simple tuning. Load cell measured downhaul can be half of what otherwise may be expected so there is less work downhauling. New luff cutout dimensions make attaching the boom a breeze.

The 2010 Pursuit is super smooth and easy to sail, with great range to handle a broad variety of conditions. The RAF design is simple to rig, very light, and always right for smooth jibing. More XPly™ material in logical efficient forms will add many hours of enjoyment and visual pleasure.

Tube/rod battens provide excellent draft stability for high end control and balance at speed. The MauiSails design philosophy strives to create a supple organic feel, reactive to changes in wind and sea surface. The entire sail becomes an efficient power generator with twist progression perfectly suited to open ended blasting and carving jibes. And thanks to the narrow, tapered sleeve, waterstarting is a breeze.

Worldwide comfort and power.

The MauiSails Global continues to grab the attention of sailors and testers worldwide as it is discovered to be an ideal choice for on-shore and bump and jump conditions most often found in average sailing conditions. Creating a wave sail that generates smooth power that is manageable at all times is always a challenge. This year we have responded by designing in a light feel that can be enjoyed during a wave maneuver while still maintaining the superb power and handling. You can punch through ragged whitewater and be ready to catch those wind driven waves.

The graphic treatment provides for a large stable film window view and continues the evolution of the Global design theme of 2009. New tack area chafe materials, wrinkle reducing leech load point attachments, US made X-Ply materials, and shape driven batten tapers round out the features for 2010 performance.

If you are looking for a most excellent power wave sail that manages a wide range of conditions with a docile character, Global is the best choice for you.

The Legend grows brighter.

Some would say that a legend is a story that is set in stone, a grand tale of the best in the past. But MauiSails™ is not satisfied with leaving things as they were, and always seeks to bring steady improvements and performance value to their finest pure wave sail ever.

Building off of the test and contest winning Legend range of 2009, we have taken the concept of the soft feel and slippery power to new levels. The Legend represents the cutting edge in wave sail design with a balanced forward-oriented power point for hard-driving bottom turns and flawless release twist profile for radical, gouging top turns. Stylish graphic appearance combined with structurally effective material use and location, continue to evolve in Artur Szpunar’s creative imagination. Small detail upgrades make the surface as smooth and efficient as possible.

By evaluating the tension using a custom load cell device our design team of Barry Spanier, Phil McGain, and Artur Szpunar have been able to manage the tension/shape balance through the entire range so the feel you get from size to size is consistent and dependable. The accurate tension measurements are a superb way of gauging the stiffness or softness in relation to sail area and mast type/length. Combined with regular one-on-one water testing, it is possible to have each size deliver a common ‘feel’ so transition from one to the other is easy and dependable.

Tough new tack area skid pads, refined load point attachments for the batten tensioners, continued use of the highest grade U.S. manufactured X-ply materials in 100% of the sail body, and new batten tapers especially designed around the softer shapes all contribute to the legendary evolution and should bring a smile to any dedicated wave sailor interested in being part of the MauiSails experience for 2010.