Exocet RS V5 AST 380 Windsurfing Board

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.