La SURF
The ultimate SURF sail !
Ultra-thin leading edge and central strut for unparalleled finesse, a canopy at the height of lightness and an incredibly stable design: the SURF is the ultimate wing for freefly surfing. Whether freeriding for its ease and lightness, or waveriding for its stability, the SURF was designed to push your limits and radicalize your surfing trajectories.
The diameter of the leading edge and central strut has been reduced to a minimum to achieve the least possible friction during freefly and surfing. This also allows the sail to be further lightened, as smaller tubes mean less weight, but also smaller and therefore lighter bladders.
The SURF is available with a Dyneema or UPE structure. The canopy remains in 34 gr Dyneema for both models.
Weighing from 2.15 kg* for the 6m to 1.45 kg* for the 3m, the SURF was developed to achieve maximum lightness. The 100% Dyneema structure and canopy allow it to remain extremely robust over time despite this extreme lightness.
This new generation of sail brings performances never before seen on the market!
Ultra-thin leading edge and center batten diameters
Significant development work has been carried out on the design of the leading edges and central strut for all SURF sizes. By reducing the diameters, the wing structure also becomes more flexible and the forces are concentrated differently in the canopy. To counter this, we have developed assembly and sewing techniques that allow for higher pressure and ensure excellent rigidity. Reducing the diameters of the leading edge and central strut brings many benefits:
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better penetration of the sail in the air and therefore better neutrality when surfing
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reduced weight because of less material
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better heading and top speed due to significantly reduced drag
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increased maneuverability of the wing
SURF Program?
As its name suggests, the SURF program is pure freefly and wave descent where the wing is only a tool for planing and getting back to the peak. Criterion number 1: neutrality while freeflying !
As a result, SURF is also extremely pleasant for freeriding and pure foiling.
SURF is a concentration of technology and development. Numerous prototypes, trials, and errors have led us to this final model, which is dedicated to the pinnacle of the sport: the art of wingfoil surfing !
Robust.
The 100% Dyneema 34 gr/m2 canopy is a real technical challenge. Since Dyneema is very rigid, adjusting the tensions and developing the wings is much more complex than with a classic spinnaker which, with its elasticity, stretches and cancels out any folds. We have developed a special technique for assembling the panels in order to optimize the overall rigidity of the sail while maintaining optimum lightness and durability.
The material is so rigid that the profile is automatically held by the leading edge of the sail. The central batten/canopy connection only takes up 10% of the effort to hold the profile.
Technical specifications
Size (m2)
Weight* (kg)
Wingspan (m)
Cord (m)
2.5
TBC
TBA m
TBA m
3.0
1,45 kg
2.68 m
1.54 m
3,5
1,65 kg
2.85 m
1.75 m
4
1,75 kg
3.05 m
1.85 m
Size (m2)
Weight* (kg)
Wingspan (m)
Cord (m)
4.5
1,9 kg
3.35 m
1,95 m
5.0
2 kg
3.4 m
2.05 m
6
2,15 kg
3.65m
2.40 m
*Wing weight measured without handles.
New boom attachment system.
A new system consisting of a slide and an M6 torx screw allows the carbon wishbone to be disassembled and assembled in no time. It is therefore possible to assemble paddle attachments or rigid handles very quickly, or to disassemble its carbon boom to optimize transport.
This new slide system is not compatible with soft and semi-rigid handles.
Soft, semi-rigid, 100% rigid handles or boom... the choice is yours !
Our handle fixing system allows you to change the type of handle used very quickly. An 8 socket wrench or a torx wrench identical to the one used on your and you're done in 5 minutes! More freestyle or slalom ? Or even a former windsurfer ? Use the carbon wishbone on your Zephyr Wing. The comfort and ease of navigation provided for the boom is phenomenal ! Are you looking for the ideal wing for surfing? Opt for the soft or semi-rigid handles and lighten your wing for an even more sensational freefly !
The Zephyr Wing comes standard with rigid handles. It is possible to replace them with soft, semi-rigid handles or the wishbone. It is also possible to order the wing with wishbone only without the 2 middle inserts for handles.
100% Made In France.
By purchasing a Zephyr Wing you are supporting the local economy. In order of the manufacturing process, here is the French production chain:
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the materials are laser cut by a partner in La Rochelle,
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the fabrics are glued and sewn by 3 independent workshops in the south of France,
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the bladders are made in Trappes by Michelin,
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the insignia logos are made by a French company,
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the bags are made in France by an independent workshop,
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3D parts are made in France,
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sewing machines are purchased in French stores,
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All haberdashery (thread, double-sided rolls, insignia, needle) is purchased from a company based in France.
Undyed fabrics.
The fabrics on our wings are kept as they left the factory and are therefore not painted or dyed. All types of Dyneema® used retain their original appearance, highlighting their natural color.
The same eco-friendly approach is used for the ZL02 Aramid Black, where no logo is painted.
This strategic choice is in line with our values and allows us to drastically reduce the consumption of water, energy and CO2 emissions.
A sustainable wing.
At Zephyr Wing, we are aware of the environmental impact that our sport and our passion have. This is why we manufacture our sails in France as close as possible to the user and we source as much as possible with materials manufactured in Europe. The CO2 footprint of our wings is thus significantly lower compared to another wing on the market.
We are proud to be the only brand to master the wing manufacturing in France.
Recycled plastic parts.
All 3D printed parts are manufactured in France by specialized French companies.
These pieces use 100% post-industrial recycled materials incorporated. This initiative not only helps reduce plastic waste, but also supports the circular economy by reusing existing materials.
Bio-based Dyneema®.
Dyneema® is bio-based, which means that part of its composition comes from natural material. By recovering waste from the wood and pulp industries, these bio-based raw materials are mixed with fossil raw materials in the manufacturing process to produce ethylene.
Bio-based Dyneema® has the lowest carbon footprint per unit of strength compared to other synthetic fibers.
A sustainable product.
With the choice of using Dyneema® "The Zephyr Wing" we seek to develop a standard of durability on our products. Indeed with these noble materials, the structure of the wing deforms much less over time and it is therefore possible to keep it much longer than a classic wing. In addition, the design of the Zephyr sails is made to use an inflation pressure of around 7 PSI which is not excessive and also contributes to the longevity of the product.
We are therefore pushing for a responsible consumption model where the user keeps their sail for a long time and does not replace it every season.
