CORE WAVE – CLASSIC HEAVY DUTY & VISIBILITY
- All round wave. Identical to HD but with clear window.
- Teamriders’ choice for majority of wave events.
- Light, balanced power.
- 4 batten layout.
The Combat remains the go-to sail for our World Cup Team Riders, refined for 2026 with subtle yet powerful batten enhancements that boost low-end power—while keeping the legendary upper-end control that has made this sail so popular.
Combat now features Power HD Technology in the foot and clew, with Ultra PE yarns aligned precisely along load paths—delivering crisp response, maximum durability, and razor-sharp control. The regular Combat features a clear window for those who prioritize visibility.
Available in Pro Fuse, HD, and Regular constructions, the Combat builds on its reputation for high performance, rugged dependability, all-round usability — now with more power where it counts.
INNOVATION
Designed and tested at our NeilPryde Maui Design Center by Robert Stroj, then further developed through our team riders' feedback from across the world. No stone is left uncovered in our relentless drive to be the best at what we do.
In 2024, we re-invented our wave sail range from the bottom up. We started at the 3D design level, creating new panel layouts and using new materials to eliminate stitches, reduce weight and increase responsiveness. In 2025, the main design features remain unchanged, but we have improved material choices in the foot and clew for even greater durability. In 2026 we focused on low end power without compromising high end performance with to make the world's favourite wave sail even more versatile.
The result is our best wave sail line up in the company's history. This year with slightly more low end!
- Q-Bonded Aramid Pro Fuse tack and clew
- Lightweight Ultra Scrim upper panels
- Rip stop Taffeta X-Ply laminate luff
- Ultra clear window panel
- Best visibility on the wave
- Lightest & most responsive construction
DRIVE & ACCELERATION
A new, higher aspect design carried over from 2024 with a slightly longer luff, narrower boom and bigger head gives the Combat excellent drive and acceleration whether on the wave or getting going in marginal conditions. A skinnier batten above the boom for 2026 allows the sail to fill with wind quicker and provides extra low-end power.
WIDE WIND RANGE
Thanks to the re-designed outline, updated luff curve and new, larger panel layout, this is the most versatile version of this sail yet. Rig it full when the wind is light or you want to use a small sail for extra maneuverability, or pull on a little extra outhaul when rigging for over-powered conditions.
STABILITY
Our latest luff curve and sail shaping stiffened up the sail very slightly compared to 2023 and the resulting 24/25/26 sails will remain stable even in high winds.
4 BATTEN LAYOUT
Our new panel layout has drastically reduced the amount of stitches needed in the sail. This combined with carefully planned material selections allowed us to cut around 25% off the weight of the sails from model year 2023 to 24 and onwards.
