Hero is universal, 4 batten sail designed for wave. Also performs decent in freestyle. Recommended for intermediate and advanced riders directed towards wave riding. It is very stable and balanced, provides plenty of power in underpowered conditions. Easy to pump without any resistance, also easy in handling in overpowered conditions. Provides amazing performance despite rider’s weight. It performs in any given winds and waves, from the small ones to the biggest. Features wide wind range. Designed for RDM masts. It is pretty elastic which makes it great and easy to handle on the wave. Brings best performance with multi fin boards. Big advantage of this sail is lightweight and durability. Features iBumper which is most effective and innovative moulded mast protector. Available in M.E version which is a bit cheaper, features the same construction but with less cross yarn laminate and standard protector.

Technologies

• VTS Visual Trim System
  Even newcomers can immediately trim the sail 100% correctly. Simply downhaul the sail until the boarderline of the loose leech reaches the “min dot“ or “max dot“ (depending on the wind speed). That’s it! The exclusive VTS acts like a turbocharger, ensuring maximum performance and an extended range of use.
• HTS Harnessline Trim System
  Forget the time-consuming search for the ideal harness line position, the numb forearms, and the endless fiddling around! The patented print on the sail shows exactly where the center of the harness line has to be. Just position the two ends symmetrically at the left and right of the print, that‘s all.
• iBumper
  The iBumper is probably the most innovative mast protector on the market. Under heat its highly resilient surface material gets thermally connected to a shock-absorbing foam. The intelligent arrangement of the ribs and surfaces not only offer weight advantages, but also eliminates the two most common problems. The contoured upper section provides unprecedented bump protection and cushioning in the event of foot or lower leg contact. The lower part however is designed towards maximum abrasion resistance to meet the frequent board contact. This is indicated by the absence of ribs and the generous surface. Smart detail: a mesh pocket at the inside to store the excess downhaul rope.
• Double Seam Technology
  NorthSails stands for unsurpassed quality that guarantees a longer life for our sails. The triple zig-zag seams significantly contribute to this. And they don‘t come, as usual, in a single, but in a double version! They cover all exposed crash areas that would otherwise be damaged. The result is higher resistance to tear and a reduction of stretch by up to 50% as a result of the second seam, also benefiting profile stability and performance. Only the DOUBLE.SEAM.TECHNOLOGY by NorthSails can deliver this!
• Epoxy Batten
  There is no higher load on the equipment as you get during Wave riding or Freestyle. Brute forces when getting washed or heavy wipe-outs can quickly spoil the fun. For this reason, from now on all wave and freestyle sails (except IDOL_LTD) are equipped with brand new, extremely durable epoxy battens that can really survive anything.
• 2 + 3 Year Warranty
  Short-term thinking minimum weight is great. But over-reducing necessary reinforcements automatically reduces the longevity. NorthSails is famous for the perfect ratio weight to durability. To prove the superior durability and quality, we grant a unique 2+3.YEAR.WARRANTY on all our sails (does not include monofilm)! To secure the extended warranty claims please immediately register under north-windsurf.com/eng/warranties/register

Features

• New Hollow Lower Leech - with additional mini batten stabilizes the profile right above boom and prevents leech flattering
• Radial Load Stripes - at the clew improve the stability and extend the wind range
• Made to survive: the new Hero features the smallest monofilm window of any 4-batten sail on the market
• 150 grams lower weight due to Weight Optimized Panel Layout
• 5.3 and 5.6 are designed around the RDM400 mast now
• Extremely sturdy, unbreakable epoxy battens
• iBUMPER, the most advanced and effective molded mast protector
• 2 Year Warranty - to get an additional 3 year Warranty register product on producer’s website