RS V5 AST 380
Given that most sailing days, whether recreational or competitive, feature winds below 15 knots, the primary challenge addressed by the RS V5 AST 380 is creating a board that is both accessible and effective for sailors of all skill levels.
The RS V5 AST 380 raceboard aims to provide an easy-to-handle, cost-effective solution that still delivers competitive performance, ensuring optimal sailing experiences for novices and experienced sailors alike in light to medium wind conditions.
Instead of using an expensive carbon layup, the robust body of the RS V5 AST 380 is constructed with a monolithic build and full-wrap fiberglass rail band reinforcements to maintain necessary rigidity. Several T-stringers are introduced to preserve a fair amount of stiffness.
The nose of the board features a "scow" design, which helps prevent it from digging into the water when sailing upwind on the rail. This design also extends the board's straight outline further forward, which is crucial for maximizing performance in light wind conditions.
Opting for a pin tail makes the hull significantly more effective on the upwind course. While the lack of tail width might seem to hamper the RS V5 AST 380's reaching and downwind performance, positioning the fin significantly forward ensures the board maintains perfect "power" during these legs, providing the necessary drive and control.
Overall, the thoughtful design and features of the RS V5 AST 380 raceboard make it a versatile and effective choice for light to medium wind sailing, catering to a wide range of sailors and sailing conditions.
The RS V5 AST 380 is registered with ISAF.
The RS V5 AST 380 raceboard aims to provide an easy-to-handle, cost-effective solution that still delivers competitive performance, ensuring optimal sailing experiences for novices and experienced sailors alike in light to medium wind conditions.
Instead of using an expensive carbon layup, the robust body of the RS V5 AST 380 is constructed with a monolithic build and full-wrap fiberglass rail band reinforcements to maintain necessary rigidity. Several T-stringers are introduced to preserve a fair amount of stiffness.
The nose of the board features a "scow" design, which helps prevent it from digging into the water when sailing upwind on the rail. This design also extends the board's straight outline further forward, which is crucial for maximizing performance in light wind conditions.
Opting for a pin tail makes the hull significantly more effective on the upwind course. While the lack of tail width might seem to hamper the RS V5 AST 380's reaching and downwind performance, positioning the fin significantly forward ensures the board maintains perfect "power" during these legs, providing the necessary drive and control.
Overall, the thoughtful design and features of the RS V5 AST 380 raceboard make it a versatile and effective choice for light to medium wind sailing, catering to a wide range of sailors and sailing conditions.
The RS V5 AST 380 is registered with ISAF.
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Characteristics
TACTICAL SAILING
Raceboard competition closely parallels traditional sail racing, involving upwind starts, strategic mark roundings, and tactics influenced by wind shifts. As a specialized board, RS V5 AST 380 excels across all reaches and weather conditions. As always, speed remains a paramount factor in this classic form of racing.
SUPER LIGHT WIND
The RS V5 AST 380 is particularly fine-tuned for medium to ultra-light wind conditions.
Since these types of conditions prevail for the majority of the calendar year, the RS V5 AST 380 can deliver a very competitive performance, where other designs struggle.
Tech Specs
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ADVANCED SANDWITCH TECHNOLOGY (AST)
ADVANCED SANDWITCH TECHNOLOGY (AST)
The AST boards are built using a monolithic design that combines matte fiberglass, resulting in a straightforward yet robust structure. All boards feature a full-wrap fiberglass rail band to enhance strength and longevity. This construction boasts an excellent balance between price and quality, delivering exceptional durability.
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T-STRINGER
T-STRINGER
The t-stringers on the deck aid in maintaining a fair amount of stiffness.
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SCOW BOW
SCOW BOW
The scow-shaped bow increases the upwind capabilities of the board in lighter winds.
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MAST TRACK
MAST TRACK
The mast track allows changing the sail position on the go, offering versatility in different wind strengths and angles.
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FOOSTRAPS
FOOSTRAPS
The board is equipped with 8x Unifiber Ultra-light footstraps.
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XXL DAGGERBOARD
XXL DAGGERBOARD
Best upwind characteristics possible in super light wind conditions.
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XL DECK PAD
XL DECK PAD
Three-quarters of the deck is covered with an EVA pad for increased comfort. It also prevents scratching the foot of the sail when uphauling.