2011 Wave Panther 3
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- Wave Panther 3 Rigging Guide (pdf)
- Wave Panther 3 Catalog – Hi Res (pdf)
- Wave Panther 3 Catalog – Low Res (pdf)
Jump on the Panther 3 and notice how easily it sails: no yank forward, no back-hand pressure, just a velvety smooth ride. Its low weight makes the Panther extra easy to toss around.
But despite its lightness, the Panther is strong. Each region of the sail consists of a unique material designed to address the loads specific to that part of the sail.
And even though the Panther 3 is the most tunable wave sail on the water, it is also easy to rig thanks to the color coded downhaul marks and the color coded outhaul cords, making the sail’s massive wind range easy to navigate.
And of course, quality is guaranteed because we rig every sail in our factory before it’s shipped.
At Ezzy we offer unmatched customer service.
Email us at (info@ezzy.com) and you will get a personal response within 12 hours
What materials are used in the Panther 3?
- Spectra-fiber X ply: tear resistant for the luff and window areas
- High density Spectra-fiber X ply: puncture resistant for the foot and tack
- Technora-fiber sail cloth: Unidirectional Technora combined with a polyester scrim. It is light weight and much stronger and more durable.
- Tri-Lite scrim sail cloth: lightweight for the upper-central area
- Weft-stop sleeve cloth: tear and abrasion resistant for the sleeve
- Vinyl window: guarantees perfect visibility for the life of the sail
- RBS Battens
2011 WAVE PANTHER SAIL RIGGING
EZZY QUICK TIPS Adjusting the headstrap on the Ezzy Panther, Freewave, Freeride, and Infinity Sails
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Ezzy 2011
Wave Panther 3 |
Luff
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Luff
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Boom
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Boom
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Suggested Mast
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Suggested Mast
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Ezzy Mast
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No. of
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Size
(sq.meter) |
Min
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Max
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Min
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Max
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1st Choice
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2nd.
Choice |
Base/Top
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Battens
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2.9
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318
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319
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127
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131
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340/28/15
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370/27/17
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340 / 340
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5
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3.3
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339
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340
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136
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141
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340/28/15
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370/27/17
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340 / 340
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5
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3.5
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353
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354
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142
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146
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340/28/15
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370/27/17
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340 / 340
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5
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3.7
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361
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362
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147
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151
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370/27/17
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340/28/15
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340 / 370
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5
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4.0
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373
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374
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150
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155
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370/27/17
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400/25/19
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370 / 370
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5
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4.2
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382
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383
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154
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158
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370/27/17
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400/25/19
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370 / 370
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5
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4.5
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394
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395
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156
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161
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370/27/17
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400/25/19
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370 / 400
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5
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4.7
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405
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406
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161
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166
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400/25/19
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430/25/21
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400 / 400
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5
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5.0
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418
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419
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166
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171
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400/25/19
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430/25/21
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400 / 400
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5
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5.2
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427
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428
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169
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174
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430/25/21
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430/25/21
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400 / 430
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5
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5.5
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436
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437
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171
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177
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430/25/21
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460/25/25
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430 / 430
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5
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5.8
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444
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446
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175
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181
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430/25/21
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460/25/25
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430 / 430
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5
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6.0
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452
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454
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179
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185
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430/25/21
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460/25/25
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430 / 430
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5
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6.3
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455
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457
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185
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190
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430/25/21
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460/25/25
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430 / 430
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5
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6.9
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485
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487
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186
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193
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460/25/25
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–
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460 / 460
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5
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Note on Ezzy Masts
Ezzy Sails work great with the Ezzy Mast system, but also work with a variety of other brand masts (RDM and regular diameter). You could contact your mast maker and see if the bend of your non-Ezzy mast is compliant.
Ezzy mast bend curves are tip: 75% to 79% and base: 62% to 65%
Note: this is not carbon content. This is percentage bend relative to the midpoint bend.
For further info on Ezzy Mast sizing, please refer to our Mast Configurator Tool
Our removable, 316 stainless steel tack pulley can be replaced with our 316 stainless D-ring for those who prefer a grommet with a pulley hook.
Our colored outhaul makes rigging easy
“What can I say, Dave has done it again. It’s not luck, I can vouch for that!!! Dave is testing at the beach everyday there is wind!! It blows me away!!! Whether I go to, Kanaha, Spreks, or Ho’okipa, Dave is there. Sometimes I’m convinced he’s at two places at once. I can say with confidence that no one else puts as much work into their sails as Dave. The 2011’s are sick!!
At first, I only had one sail (4.7 panther) that Dave brought back from the factory. After a few weeks I realized I hadn’t sailed anything but the new 4.7. I also realized that the wind had been super strong and super light yet I was always on the 4.7. I’ll let that speak for itself. The new sails feel insane!! I’m not sure if its because they feel so balanced and in control or if it’s because they feel so light. Probably a combination of the two. Though the Ezzys always seem to improve with leaps and bounds, there is something special about the 2011’s. Simply put, I’m having more fun windsurfing with the 2011’s than ever before!!! ”
Jesse Brown
“I have just had some great sailing on the PANTHER 3 in both Brazil and now Cape Town and am now in a position to offer feedback. Having been on the Panthers for 2 years now I am pleased to say that the same easy Ezzy feel is there with super smooth handling and a supreme wind range yet now the sails just feel that bit lighter, again, and smoother with the increased tri- lam area.
This reduced weight is both physical, as you pick it up and rig it, and also dynamic, through handling of the sail in gybes, waves and freestyle. I am loving the new colours too and they certainly stand out waaay more on the water too.
Once again everything is easy with an Ezzy”
Jem Hall
I always find it hard to imagine the sails are developed on Maui, the Mecca of high wind down the line wave sailing. For us here on Fuerteventura, there is no brand that even comes close to fullfill our specific needs, it´s like if they were designed here. Unlike the other Canary Islands, we do get 70% cross off shore riding conditions with some decent sized waves but winds are lighter on average and actually some of the best days are the super clean float ´n ride days where you have to float our through the channel down wind, and get up wind to pick your wave. For these conditions, you can set the sail bagged out and it will deliver the necesary power to get out like no other sail does and it still feels very light, balanced and neutral, no shifts of the centre of effort. But also the flatter settings feel great if the wind is stronger or on shore. Also with the bigger waves and bigger sails, forces are higher too if you get washed, again here, there is no competition really. Add to that all the little essential details like a vinyl window so you don´t go up to the lip blind like with a monofilm window after 10 sessions, the exchangable variotop webbing, the exchangable pulley system, the rigging guides, the extra strong mast sleeve material, etc.
Hello Ezzy Sails.
It is posible to use larger mast than the recomended one on a Panther 3?
thanks for the inquiry. Absolutely yes. We include an adjustable turbine at the top of the sails so that you can adjust if necessary. However, I would encourage you to use the shortest mast possible with the sails. Not only is the performance better with a shorter (softer) mast, but the sails are easier to rig. The rig usually feels lighter in your hands as well. Please email specifically what size sail you are looking to rig and what mast you are planning on using if you get a chance.
Are you planing on developing a four batten sail to complement the 5 batten panther?
no plans to pursue making a 4 batten, but we do have plans to continue lightening up the wave sail….
Hi,
Is it now possible to rig a Panther 5.2 with a 400 cm mast and a standard 28cm mast extension ? Or is it too limit ?
Thanks !
francis
you can rig the ’11 Panther 5.2 on a 400 now. It works great!
For the Ezzy 5.2, the chart recommends base 400 and top 430 Ezzy mast parts. What extension size would you recommend? And what would be best: mixing both sizes, or would 400 top and bottom work, or 430 top and bottom?
Thanks!
thanks for the posting. You can rig the 5.2 on a straight 430, a 430 tip/400 bottom combo, or a straight 400cm mast. The Straight 400 will rig with a “medium” size extension from most brands.
For the ultimate performance, I would recommend the 430 Ezzy Tip/400 Ezzy bottom.
Hope this helps!
Tim
thanks!
thanks!
Hi,
I like to compose a quiver with 3 sails.
My Idea is 4.2,5.0 and 5.8.
Will this work?
this is a great way to spread the sails! I’ve been doing this same scaling for many years.
The sails have huge tuning range and you won’t run into trouble at all. One added bonus is that it is easy to decide which sail to rig when you get to the beach:)
Will try a 415 mast with my 5.2 instead of the 430. Using the Pnth 2.
I regularly drop in the water and change outhaul tension to suit conditions with great success. On some occasions, to get home, I might use the harness hook to pull it tight.
If one increases downhaul beyond the recommended, e.g., on a difficult rigging day, can this help?
Insights welcome
The sails have a lot of shape. I suppose, one should try and get the outhaul as tight as possible to “survive”.
Is that new color red or is that a “pink panther?”
great question Dave. Colors have become a super sensitive thing over the last couple of years. The best thing is to try and see one for yourself in person if possible. I would call the color “red”, but others prefer”tangerine”. It is not pink (in my eyes!).
Have a look at the action shots on this page;
http://www.ezzy.com/sails/2011-sails/2011-wave-panther-3/
Hope this helps.
Tim
mind you, they would look awesome in pink.. kinda robby-esque and of course the name pink panther is real cool in a peter sellers kind of way…
🙂
I picked up my new WP3 yesterday – love it!! I have to agree though; catalogued as RED – in the flesh, it seems much pinker…
When are you going to come out with a ‘Wave Cougar’ for us older gals?
ha!
….Ciao David,
excuse the tone confidential and my English is not perfect but now, after years of use, do you consider an EZZY family … I don’t have suggestions to make, it would be able, as they are just one of many windsurfing enthusiasts, I write only to express my appreciation for your work and how, years ago, Ezzy Sails has changed my way of doing Wsurf.
Luciano from Italy …
PS: for what I am concerned you can write great like all EZZY sail and colors as you like but the important thing is that it remains excellent as always …
Tim,
I’m in South padre for the month of April. Today we got big wind and I got to use the 4.2 Panther for the first time. I have been a big fan of your freeride sails and wondered why Ezzy didn’t make them in the smaller sizes. Well, now I know. The Panther rips. Fast, big wind range and most of all, stable. By the way, maybe 20 people out, more than half on Ezzy sails. When it gets windy its the sail of choice.
Can anyone share an experience using big sizes of wave panther 6.3 ? Mt weight is 110 kg (242lb) and i’m going to use the sail when wind is 20-25 knots and I am worrying that the sail will be not so stable as I would expect. I’m currently on Gaastra Remedy 6.4 and it is OK with such conditions.
Thanks for reaching out. If there is one thing I love about Ezzy’s, it is that they can be tuned for good power and stability. I’m about 210, and I’ve been so happy with the Panther series for power and the locked in center of effort. Where do you live? Perhaps I could connect you with a dealer who sells both Gaastra and Ezzy to give you an unbiased take on the sails. Let me know.
Thank you ezzysails for kind proposition, however I live in Ukraine, where EzzySails has no any dealers ((. It seems I will take a risk and book the sail to try it myself. Thank you for the info!
try reaching to Alexander Karpenko
Foratech- Alexander Karpenko
Marshala Rybalko str. 7/18 k
63 Kiev Ukra
380 44 442 21 80
Alexander
I use WP 6.3 having 97kg of weight. it is very stable. Moreover the same sail uses my wife for wind ranges from 12 to 25 knots!
Hi I’writing from italy, I always use other brands sails but I look at ezzy with courisity and interest.
Finally I bought the panter 3 in 4.0 and 5.0 size. I’m 46 years old and I sail since I was 20.
Well finally I tried the 4.0 with 30 knots and…… Surprise the perfect sail. You did a grear job
CHAPEAU. I think I will change also the 4.5.
Few words to say you : COMPLIMENTS BEL LAVORO.
Stefano
Hello!
I’m thinking of buying a new Wave Panther 5.2 2011 or 2010. Looking at the sail specs, Panther 5.2 2011 has a 1 st and a 2 nd choice a 430 mast, while 2010 has a 2 nd choice a 400 mast. While in the Ezzy mast chart is written that a 400 bottom and a 430 top for both Panthers 2010 and 2011 is required. Is it possible that there is a mistake in 2011 sail specs, cause of the shorter Luff of 2011 than the 2010? I’m a little confused about what mast to choose… Let’s say i’m gonna buy a 5.2 2011 panther. Is it ok if I choose a 400 mast (I have another 4.5 sail that reqiures 400 mast) or is it better to have a 400 bottom and a 430 top ezzy mast (skinny mast)
BTW: I have a freeride 6.0 2008 and it works great with a 430 SDM mast!
thanks for the message! The 5.2 traditionally has worked great on the 430 or 430/400 combo. David found the 430/400 combo was an “ideal” configuration for the Ezzy mast series for both years. For the ’11, we shortened the luff just a bit, and a straight 400 is also a good option. Still, I think the ideal mast for both the ’11 and ’10 sails would be as follows:
1. first choice – Ezzy RDM 430 tip/400 bottom
2. second choice – 430/25/21 mast, either Ezzy or Fiberspar/Powerex mast
for the ’11 only, a good third choice – 400/25/19 mast, either Ezzy or Fiberspar/Powerex mast.
Hope this helps!
Hi, the 4.5 sail has “Ezzy mast base / top” entered as 370 / 400, and 5.2 has 400/430, does that means the sail is designed to be rigged on a mast composed of 370 base and 400 top? How it would appear if rigged on a “conventional” 370cm IMCS17 CC mast (400cm for 5.2)?
And 3.7 sail, if you’d have 370cm IMCS17 and 340cm IMCS15, what you’d rig it on?
thank you for the email. Regarding the “Ezzy Mast” combinations we like to use the “mix and match” options to help you save money on mast purchases, and to obtain a really light and efficient mast combination to make the sails work their best. Standard mast lengths are great options, and should be clearly shown on the chart under “suggested mast first choice” or “suggested mast second choice”. Using the “Ezzy Mast”, the concept would be to use a tip that is either the same length or longer than the bottom.
It might be best if you gave me a call to discuss. 800 490 7436. You can also research on our web site here:
http://www.ezzy.com/masts/mast-overview/
Regarding the 370, I would suggest either the Ezzy combo (370 tip/340 bottom) or a straight 370/27/17.
As I am (air) travelling frequently with my sailquiver I am lloking for a combination of 3.7/4.0 (ish) to 5.8(ish) sailbag with a minimum of masts needed. can you recommend a sail/mast combination that perfectly suits this (minimum weight)
thanks for reaching out! One of the biggest improvements we’ve seen in sail design over the last few years is sail range. Take advantage of it! I suggest first selecting the one sail size that you feel is most important to you. Some people just have to have a 4.7…yet others feel a 5.0 is the way to go. From there, I suggest big jumps. Here is an example:
key sail – 5.0
quiver suggestion: 5.8, 5.0, 4.2
mast:
430 tip/430 bottom for 5.8
370 bottom/430 tip for 5.0
370 tip/370 bottom for 4.2
Cover the whole range with two masts.
Let me know your thoughts.
Thanks. What would be your recommendation for the 4.7 as the key sail?
Thanks
Marcelle
perhaps the following if the 4.7 will be your most used sail.
5.5 Panther – 460 tip/400 bottom
4.7 Panther – 400 tip/400 bottom
4.0 Panther – 400 tip/340 bottom
You could also configure this way if you feel the 5.5 will be the most used sail:
5.5 Panther – 430 tip/430 bottom
4.7 Panther – 430 tip/370 bottom
4.0 Panther – 370 tip/370 bottom
I’ve sailed on nothing but Ezzy Wave SE’s since 2005, and I’ve loved it all of the time. I can stay in control when others can’t! However, I’m now getting the new-school freestyle moves down and also onshore wave-riding. Before I start going into Wave Panther 3 purchases into the 3.8-4.5 range, can you give an honest feedback on how they handle for freestyle? I’m worried about the luff not getting flat enough to power off, which is something I’m starting to notice on the 5.0 Wave SE…
Love what you’ve done for years!
thanks for the message Donny. I completely understand what you are saying. Some companies design a very flat sail for freestyle oriented sailing. David has a different approach. If the sail has great power, range, and stability, you should be able to enjoy the best of ALL worlds. There are some years of our sails that have a deeper feel and can be a bit more work for freestyle. I think the ’10 and ’11 Panthers are excellent sails for Freestyle and all other styles of windsurfing. Where is home for you? Perhaps it might be an option to demo one?
Hi All,
What’s the news on the panther3 LTD version. Are they available?
Thanks!
a limited supply is arriving in the US in about three weeks!
Thank you for the quick reply. Will there be any heading to Australia?
our importer in Australia, Mark, said he was placing an order any day!
Hello! I want to have a quiver of 3 sails.I have a 7.0 twin cam sails which I don’t intend to change. I have a 5.8 all around sail in which i get overpowered most of the time and a 5.3 wave sail in which i get underpowered most of the time.I’m light at 70 kg and I can plane easily. I also have a 4.7 for high wind. So I want to keep the 7.0 twin cam and add two ezzy sails. Maybe a 5.5 (freeride or wave) and a 4.5 wave .Would you think that would be feasible? I have two boards, one 130 lt freeride and another 100 lt freestyle wave. Can the 5.5 ezzy wave stand also as a freeride sail for my 130 lt? Will the 5.5 stand in high winds and also plane early? Do you have any other suggestions concerning that I want 2 sails? I had the ezzy Zephyr, great sail!!!!!! Would appreciate the help!!
thank you for the email George. Where by chance do you live out of curiosity?
My thinking is that a 4.5 Panther and a 100 lt freestyle wave is going to be a bit of a rough combination. If it is that windy, you will find it better to use a smaller board. Seems like from your comments above that your 4.7 serves okay for a high wind sail for you, right?
Here is what I would suggest:
your twin cam 7.0
a 5.5 Freeride, or possibly a 5.5 Panther.
then a 4.7 Panther.
I would opt for the 5.5 Freeride if you are sailing inland lakes, and more on the 130 liter board. Go for the 5.5 Panther if you intend to use it on larger lakes and with the 100 ltr freestyle wave.
Let me know where you are sailing too. Perhaps one of our Ezzy dealers nearby can help you really hone in on what you need!
Hi, for 5.2 suggested mast is 400 bottom + 430 top = 415 mast. How good is this combo for 5.5 or does it require stiffer mast as recommendations for it are 430 & 460? I’ve been using 415 in ’06 Wave SE but planning to update it to 5.5 Panther 3. Wave SE is still going strong and it makes me sad to replace fully working sail with new one but Panther 2 & 3’s are just too attractive 🙂 I’m quite light sailor at 70 kg’s, so even a bit softer mast could work..?
thanks for the message Matt.
The 5.5 works best on a straight 430, but Kevin has found the 5.5 works quite nice on the 430/400 combo too. I think you’ll be fine if you go with that combo.
Hi,
I am 70kg weight ride at local lake in Russia. My sails are NP RS:Racing 9.5 which I use with JP Superlightwind and NP Firefly 6.5 and Simmer Icon 5.3 which I use with JP FSW 107. Now I am looking for sail to replace NP Firefly because It works in quite narrow ranges (often overpowered) and not so fast compare with Simmer wave sail. Will Wave Panther 6.3 work in 12-20 knots (range between 9.5 and 5.3)? And one more question – if yes, will it rig properly on NP X6 430 mast?
thank you for reaching out Sergey. The 6.3 Wave Panther will have much more range than the Firefly. It should be a perfect choice for your wind range and it will also rig nicely on the NP mast. Hope you consider it!
Hi,
I am 90kg, sail in very different conditions from wave (North and Balitc sea) to flat water, i use 74acid, 81evo and 96kombat liter boards from Starboard.
Do you think that quiver conteins of 4.2 4.7 5.2 and 5.8 would be ok?
thank you for asking! Yes, good quiver, however I might suggest you have bigger jumps between sail sizes. Consider 5.8, 5.0, 4.2 to do the same thing with less sails!
Thank you for the reply! I will consider this, had ezzy few years ago and now I want to come back on Yours sails again. I was using forces from Naish
best regards
Hi, Congratulations! I have Ezzy wave 2008 5.8-5.2-4.7 and Ezzy Panther 2009 4.0. I would like to change my quiver. The most used sail I use to rig is 5.8 or 5.2 (15-20 knots). My weight is 84 kg and i like surfin´ and jumping in mediterranean conditions: on shore, sometimes side shore, 1,5-2 mt waves. Do you think the best option should be: 5.8-5.0-4.2?
Best regards!
yes! that is exactly the scaling I would recommend! 5.8, 5.0, 4.2 is perfect!
Here we go!
Wich sail is stronger, the Panther or the Tiger?
Wich one of the two has the better power?
Wich one of the two sails has a better non rip mast sleeve?
Wich sail is stronger, the Panther or the Tiger?
– same.
Thank you for asking Pieter.
– tiger has slightly more power.
Which one of the two sails has a better non rip mast sleeve?”
– same non-rip mast sleeve on both sails.
I want an 8.0 wave sail. I use all Ezzy sails except the 8.0 because you do not make onewhich for me is the best size for my local wave
hi Chuck,
Where do you sail?
My son is 100lbs and he will be ready next year to use a larger sail. A 4.2 would make sense for him, in lighter wind and in a lake environment. I wonder if a 370 IMCS 11 mast would fit well in a Panther for this application, or if I really need to buy another kid or beginner sail.
thank you for the message Yan. The right mast for the 4.2 is a 370 with an IMCS of 17. I don’t think putting a softer mast in the 4.2 is going to make it a better option for your son.
100lbs is pretty small. I think a rig geared more towards his needs would be something like the Chinook Power Glide series with a light weight boom and mast. Our wave sails are perhaps built for higher performance and durability, and could be a little overkill for his needs at only 100lbs. I suppose it also greatly depends upon his skill and aggressiveness levels. Hope this helps. It is probably best to speak with a dealer who is familiar with your son’s needs and local conditions.
I was hoping to use the sail for me in higher wind with the IMCS 17 mast, but it seems double use is not an option. Thanks!
I just feel if your goal is to get your son the ultimate rig for developing his sailing skills, the better option might be to put him on a sail/mast combination that is designed for kids.
cant you tell my
the difrinc between the panter 2011 en the new tiger ?
almost the same ??
thank you for the message Ron. Here is a short list of differences:
1. The ’11 Panther has Technora in the head
2. The Tiger has Spectra X film in the head
3. The Tiger has a new panel layout, which includes some major changes to the head twist (improving range/feel)
4. The Tiger incorporates a new batten pocket concept which allows us to reduce weight in the sail. Overall the Tigers are lighter than the Panther from 2011.
how much is the difference between 340 and 370 mast in a 3.5 panther 2011? weight of sailors are 65 and 74 kg – 74 rrd twinwave
thanks for the inquiry. I think the small sails rig up easier and feel more balanced and natural with our 340 mast, but the 370 is still a great mast to go with.
Be mindful to watch the rigging guide for accuracy.
http://embedr.com/playlist/2011-ezzy-wave-panther-3-rigging
Hope this helps!
Can I use a 430 mast for the 5.0 sail?
absolutely! What brand 430 is it?
hola dave,
I’ve been sailing with ezzy since 1999 here in Lanzarote and I like to change the stuff every year . Congratulations for your amazing job with the sails. I’m really waiting for the 2013 new panther…I saw in the web some photos on the new 4 battens sail…and 3 battens too. I would like to know what’s really is going on with the 3 battens sail and which are the diffrence with the 4 battens…which is better in low wind conditions…thank u for your time. <ciro
thanks for your continued support!
We are just starting to trickle info out to our importers about the ’13 sail…but it is a little early for me to discuss in a public forum! News should be slipping out very soon.
I have three questions:
1. With the adjustable top haul can I rig a wave panther 3 4.0m sail on a 400cm mast instead on 370cm? How many cm can the adjustable top haul reduce from the mast? I could not find anything in the documentation or in the video tutorials as to how the adjustable top haul functions.
2. Chinook Power Glide is advertised as “Ezzy built” on isthmus sailboards web site. Is this correct and what is the relation between Chinook and Ezzy brands?
3. I’m split between Chinook Power Glide 4.0m, and Ezzy Wave Panther 3 4.0m. Based on price my favorite is Chinook. What is the advantage of the Ezzy sail over the Chinook?
thanks for the message George. I’ll do my best to answer your questions.
1. You can sail the 4.0 Panther with a straight 400cm mast. We have an adjustable piece of webbing that will cover your needs included either threaded on the sail already or as a back up in the sail bag pouch.
2. We do build the Chinook Power Glide for them to their specifications. David Ezzy was hired to make it for Chinook. It is a pretty nice sail, but the Chinook sails are not designed to be high performance sails but rather beginner or intermediate level sails.
3. The Ezzy is a much superior design in terms of performance, range, feel, and durability. There is simply no comparison. If you are on a budget I suggest you check out the consignment section at http://www.windance.com for some great deals on some lightly used Ezzy’s from previous years. You will be much happier on an Ezzy over the Chinook if you want a performance sail.
Thank you for your detailed answer. I purchased the last 2011 Panther 4.0m sail from isthmus sailboards on clearance for just $399! I’m a complete novice and will use this sail to learn.
This is my first new Ezzy sail, but I got almost for free two old sails as well: Ezzy Freeride 2007 6.5m and Ezzy freeride 2007 7.0m. Unfortunately both old sails have sleeve damage from rodents and they won’t last me for long.
I’m 90kg/187cm with a 260L (320x71cm) race board. What sail model and size would you recommend for light winds? Which sail would work best with adjustable outhaul and what do you think about adjustable outhaul usefulness?
thank you for the message back.
I suggest you contact the guys at Isthmus for their opinion on which light air sail is best. Those guys know the light air scene quite well. I think adjustable outhauls are great for performance sailing, but not necessary for recreational sailing. I believe our sails work great without the adjustable outhaul for non competitive sailing.
Hello,
I am sailing in Greece Attica where the conditions are mostly onshore or side-on.
I am thinking of buying an ezzy panther 2011 4.7 for conditions 20-30 knots and a 4.2 for 30 ++ knots. The use that I want these sails is for wave riding and bump & jump. I am 93 Kg.
Do you suggest the panther or is there any other model more appropriate in my case.
Thank you in advance
thank you for the message. The ’11 Panther is an excellent way to go if you can find them. If you cannot find them in stock in Greece,then I suggest you consider the Tiger which is the next step forward in design evolution. Regards,
Tim
Hello!
I´m a sailor in Iceland and wandering about a mast with my “new” 5.5 panther 3. I will be using the sail for freestyle in marginal winds and it´s the biggest sail in my quiver. I tried it the other day on my 400 ezzy mast and it actually worked ok although a bit soft. I´m hesitant to buy a new mast for one sail and was thinking if it would make much difference in low end performance to get a 430 top? -or will the low end abilities stay the same as with my 400 mast and increase in top end (which i really don´t need since i´ll be rigging down as soon as possible)?
thanks for the message! The 5.5 will certainly feel better with a 430 mast in it. You could get a 460cm ezzy mast tip, and use it with the 400 bottom. This would get you a 430cm mast within the tolerances we are shooting for. The 5.5 on a 400 can “work” but the low end AND high end is greatly compromised. Hope this answers your question!
Thanks for your prompt answer! Will try to get my hands on a 460 mast top.
Thanks for your prompt answer! Will try to get my hands on a 460 mast top.
Thanks for your prompt answer! Will try to get my hands on a 460 mast top.
Thanks for your prompt answer! Will try to get my hands on a 460 mast top.
Thanks for your prompt answer! Will try to get my hands on a 460 mast top.
Thanks for your prompt answer! Will try to get my hands on a 460 mast top.
Thanks for your prompt answer! Will try to get my hands on a 460 mast top.