Overdrive M4 _SLALOM BLASTING

The OverDrive focuses on maximum reaching speed with increased twist and less back-hand pressure. A lighter weight means improved handling characteristics.

A moderate width sleeve, 7 battens, and 3 cams provide draft stability through a huge wind range. Combined with a higher aspect ratio, the OverDrive M4 has impeccable handling characteristics; a lightweight feel, with softer flex.

Smaller sizes (5.5 and down) have 6 battens to increase flex and control for when conditions get extreme.

The OverDrive M4 benefits directly from advances made on the Mach4 development. Higher aspect ratios and increased leverage add to the efficiency. Flow aligned battens further improve aerodynamics. The resulting performance is explosive acceleration and big numbers on the GPS.

The OverDrive M4 can be run on either RDM masts or SDM masts.

 

KEY DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE MACH4 AND OVERDRIVE M4

/ Sleeve width: 33% narrower than Mach4 for lower weight and less water retention.
/ Boom length: Approx. 10cm shorter on most sizes for less backhand pressure.
/ Lighter, softer feel

Overdrive M4 _SLALOM BLASTING

The OverDrive focuses on maximum reaching speed with increased twist and less back-hand pressure. A lighter weight means improved handling characteristics.

A moderate width sleeve, 7 battens, and 3 cams provide draft stability through a huge wind range. Combined with a higher aspect ratio, the OverDrive M3 has impeccable handling characteristics; a lightweight feel, with softer flex.

Smaller sizes (5.5 and down) have 6 battens to increase flex and control for when conditions get extreme.

The OverDrive M4 benefits directly from advances made on the Mach4 development. Higher aspect ratios and increased leverage add to the efficiency. Flow aligned battens further improve aerodynamics. The resulting performance is explosive acceleration and big numbers on the GPS.

The OverDrive M4 can be run on either RDM masts or SDM masts.

 

KEY DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE MACH4 AND OVERDRIVE M4

/ Sleeve width: 33% narrower than Mach4 for lower weight and less water retention.
/ Boom length: Approx. 10cm shorter on most sizes for less backhand pressure.
/ Lighter, softer feel

6 batten configuration

Sizes 4,6 – 5,5

7 batten configuration

Sizes 6,2 – 9,4

022 OD M4LuffBoomBattensWeightHeadRecommended MastMast alternativeEnigma BoomBoomExtensionCAM SETUP
4.638116463.65FIXEDRDM RED 370RDM BLUE/GORILLA 370Enigma 160METAL 160Triple X3x RDM cams
5.040216763.85FIXEDAPEX PRO 400APEX/ARC 400Enigma 160METAL 160RACE1xRDM(top cam)*, 2xSDM included. Option to change bottom 2 cams to RDM.
5.541617864.0FIXEDAPEX PRO 400APEX/ARC 400Enigma 160METAL 160RACE1xRDM(top cam)*, 2xSDM included. Option to change bottom 2 cams to RDM.
6.243318674.4FIXEDAPEX PRO 430APEX/ARC 430Enigma 160METAL 160RACE1xRDM(top cam)*, 2xSDM included. Option to change bottom 2 cams to RDM.
7.046118974.65FIXEDAPEX PRO 430APEX/ARC 430Enigma 180METAL 170RACE1xRDM(top cam)*, 2xSDM included. Option to change bottom 2 cams to RDM.
7.848920074.9FIXEDAPEX PRO 460APEX/ARC 460Enigma 180METAL 170RACE1xRDM(top cam)*, 2xSDM included. Option to change bottom 2 cams to RDM.
8.651220875.2FIXEDAPEX PRO 490APEX/ARC 490Enigma 190METAL 170RACE3x SDM
9.452021875.4FIXEDAPEX PRO 490APEX/ARC 490Enigma 190ALU RACE 190RACE3x SDM
* RDM top cam also works for SDM masts

TECHNOLOGY

KEY FEATURES

/ MONOFILM BODY
MAXIMUM STABILITY AND PERFORMANCE

/ KEVLAR X-PLY LUFF SLEEVE
MINIMAL VERTICAL STRETCH WITH HORIZONTAL ELASTICITY

/ TUBE BATTENS
HIGH PERFORMANCE STABILITY
Severne Gator 2019 - crossover sail
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SEAMLESS HEAD PANEL

This high abrasion area is made from only 1 panel and does not carry any exposed seams, preventing any potential weak point in this area. As a result, seam creep and seam-related failure have been eliminated.

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LEADING EDGE

Tuned entry with a finer leading edge rotation for reduced drag.

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OPTIMIZED AERODYNAMICS

By aligning the battens with the direction of airflow drag has been reduced. Clean panels with minimal seams further improve the aerodynamics.

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DIRECT DRIVE TENSIONERS

DIRECT DRIVE TENSIONERS

The DDT 4 and DDT 5 tensioners directly connect the tube batten to the leech of the sail. This new design eliminates the heavy section of tube that is needed for the standard batten tensioner and being smaller, has superior aerodynamics. It is used on all lower tension battens in the OVERDRIVE M4 and the MACH4.

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INCREASED MID-LEECH TWIST

The mid leech has been opened more to decrease drag. Fast and slippery.

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OPTIONAL CLEW POSITIONS

OPTIONAL CLEW POSITIONS

POSITION 1:

This is the recommended setting and carries the adjustable outhaul fitting. It creates the perfect balance between a comfortable clew height and leech tension. This is the setting that Matteo Iachino and Tristan Algret will use for 99% of their PWA slalom races.

POSITION 2:

This setting is lower and further in. It softens the feel of the sail and may be more comfortable for smaller, lighter riders looking for more control in higher winds.

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PERFORMANCE MONOFILM CONSTRUCTION

Monofilm Construction to maximise performance and minimize weight. Construction mimics the exact sail prototypes that were tested by our racers.

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BOOM HEIGHT REFERENCE

Boom height gauge for ease of reference.

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MODERATE SLEEVE WIDTH

MODERATE SLEEVE WIDTH

Wide enough for performance, the OverDrive M2 sleeve is 30% narrower than the Mach2 for lower weight and less water retention.

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3&4 ROLLER TACK PULLEY

Roller tack pulleys are matched to the sails downhaul requirements and aligned for friction free downhauling and threading ease. Rig your sails with the Severne Hardware Division extensions for function and simplicity.

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RDM CAM CONVERSION

RDM CAM CONVERSION

The RDM Cam is an aftermarket option that converts the larger Turbo's and OverDrive M4 for use on an RDM mast. This option increases the access to the sail as many speed converts may already have an RDM mast. Speed sailors may prefer the extra level of mast reliability that the RDM mast gives you.

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AUTO-ADJUST FOOT

Previously we focused on drag reduction in the upper parts of the sail, but with the Mach 2 and OverDrive M2 even the foot sections have been analysed and refined. Less tension on the foot edge combined with more forward oriented shaping allows the foot to twist and auto-adjust.

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SPIDERFIBRE RACE

SPIDERFIBRE

SpiderFibre on the leech of the sail massively increases the perimeter strength and inhibits vertical stretch between the sail panels.

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ACCELERATED LEECH

Automating the dynamic twist has enabled us to remove the Reflex system. The lower leech twist is now pre-loaded to mimic the twist pattern induced by the Reflex batten under load. Significant advantages are simpler tuning, reduced weight, and increased durability.

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SDM CAM V2.0

SDM CAM V2.0

A redesigned SDM cam improves rotation, ease of rigging and allows minimal downhaul settings without risk of the cam popping off.

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SEAMLESS FOOT CONSTRUCTION

A single panel in the foot area with hidden load patches and zero exposed stitching eliminates seam abrasion and seam creep in this high load area. Maximum durability and minimum weight.

SUPPORT

Download our Overdrive rigging guide by following this link.