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A C C O R D ING T O W IN D S U RFING LEGEN D S

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mistral is very probably, the most recognized water sports brand in the world.â&#x20AC;?

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HERITAGE

ADVENTURE BOARDS

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Who and what is mistral today Brief intro steve west Heritage JENNY LEE Mistral One Design history and status SUP Section moving forward SUP range in perspective Inflatable boards 2015 COLLECTION HARD BOARDS 2015 COLLECTION The blue gym Mistral team riders Adventure boards – from the mountains to the sea Equipe board range Equipe 14’ and brief story of 11 cities event The forward stroke in brief Crossover SUP – paddle it or sail it Big SUP Red dot boards Ventura boards Malibu boards Conceptual lines (M2 race board and our racers) Indulgence (M1 downwind board) + technical section on downwind paddling by steve west Club Mistral Windsurfing – Our heritage and a return to Mistral Anders Bringdal Windsurfing range Accessories Blade area Paddle 2015 COLLECTION

MISTRAL TEAM RIDERS

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Mistral, founded originally in 1972, is the name associated with an entire generation of windsurfing products and innovations. It now controls, manages and services a global network of licensees, who use the Mistral name on a vast array of merchandise including the famed Club Mistral holiday watersports destinations. The company is managed from its Holland base in Wierden.

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Ado Huismann

Steve West

What and who is Mistral red dot (mrd)

Ado Huisman - President Mistral International In 1986 Ado Huisman became one of the directors of Mistral International, at the time based in Munich, Germany. During the past decades he has proven to be a true brand builder while working with brands such as Craft, Rossignol and Gaastra and in 2008 became a shareholder and Managing Director of Mistral International. In 2008 he purchased the Mistral brand and currently, he is one of the major shareholders of Mistral International, owner of the worldwide trademark Mistral and licensor of the Mistral brand. Steve West - Vice President Mistral International Steve was windsurfing during the era when Mistral was enjoying its peak during windsurfing’s global explosion; a past professional windsurfer, paddler, author, a world authority on outrigger canoeing and stand up paddleboarding. He has been involved in board, sail, canoe and paddle design in Australia and Pacific wide. He shares the responsibility in nurturing relations between Mistral and its licensees and oversees continuity in the brands imagery and direction. He has worked in the clothing industry and owned and managed his own canoeing clothing line, which was licensed to Jerry Lopez International. His role is centred on keeping Mistral’s roots alive and well, while overseeing Mistral Red Dots activities in applying his wealth of paddling expertise in particular to MRD’s SUP program.

Mistral Red Dot Division was founded in order to serve the core elements of Mistral in the creation of aspirational water sports hardware, so as the Mistral name continues to forge a relationship with watersports and stay true to its roots. It is the manufacturing arm of Mistral International. It acts as an innovator and accelerator for the Mistral brand in the fast growing sport of stand up paddling (SUP) for example and in 2011, the first full range of Mistral hard board SUPs were released. MRD have since gone on to create the world’s most advanced range of inflatable SUP boards. In late 2014, Mistral Windsurfing returned to be under MRDs control. Steve West - Managing director mrd

Anders Bringdal

Anders Bringdal - Production Manager MRD Has a wealth of experience in the field of production and design of windsurfing boards and associated parts. Late in 2014 he took on this role, after having been the licensee of Mistral Windsurfing since 2009. A world class windsurfer and world speed record holder (Mistral production board) his life long experience of the industry of manufacturing techniques and sourcing, is a much needed asset in a highly competitive industry. Anders will be devoting his time to both the Mistral SUP and windsurfing lines and in continued work in R&D.

We hope you enjoy this new publication which we aim to bring you annually as a celebration of all that we do and all that which we create. I think you will agree, that when you see all that Mistral represents and all that we are involved with, we are indeed a very dynamic forward thinking, multifaceted lifestyle company. We are unique and remain dedicated to water life and living. Mistral is undergoing changes, being as it has become apparent that we need to reposition ourselves and begin to make it clear that when you take all that we do into consideration, we are indeed a potent force and continue to grow from strength to strength. For those just getting to know us, we have been around a very long time, beginning in fact in the early 1970s with windsurfing as our core interest. We have since branched out into areas of licensing of product, with the finest of watch and sunglass makers, apparel, footwear, skin care products and more besides, not forgetting Club Mistral locations around the world. With stand up paddleboarding now reaching out across the world in the spirit akin to windsurfing during the eighties, Mistral have committed themselves to this new watersports phenomenon in pursuing excellence of design, form and function in true Mistral fashion.

Steve West

Vice President Mistral International

Contributing Photographers

Concept & Design

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Ernstfried Prade shaping the original Mistral Competition, which went on to sell 270,000 units, the most successful windsurfing model in the history of the sport, looking alien like with beard and goggles, still remains heavily involved with the interests of Mistral - our proverbial Godfather and also the designer of our famous M-dot logo.

Heritage According to Windsurfing Legends, Mistral

Born out of a passion for wind and water, Mistral developed the innovative concept of windsurfing to extraordinary heights. Originally founded in 1972 by Peter Brockhaus, with Ernstfried Prade as designer, the brand gained immediate international recognition in 1976 with the creation of the International Mistral Class Organisation (IMCO) founded in the United Kingdom, which still survives to this day. From this year forward, Mistral could be said to have truly arrived. Mistral set the tone in the development of windsurfing boards. Technological innovations rapidly followed, including new materials being developed and tested. Mistral turned windsurfing into an international sport and launched the Mistral World Cup Team. The brand rapidly became synonymous with windsurfing.

“...Is very likely, the most recognized water sports brand in the world.”

An overemphasis by the industry on the elite windsurfers caused business to contract late in the 1990s. By 2002, the entire industry was adjusting its focus. Boards for experts were narrow and hard to balance. But Mistral and other companies got the message. Scott See, executive director for The American Windsurfing Industries Association, told forbes.com that there had been an over emphasis on high performance boards and kite surfing and Mistral and other companies were now focused on producing boards for beginners that were user friendly. As See put it, “some of the newer boards are so stable, you can put someone in a business suit on a board without fear of getting wet.” In 2008, Mistral split into two parts. Famed windsurfer Anders Bringdal was hired to restore the glory of Mistral windsurfing boards and he took charge of the design and production. Mistral now has a line for all levels of windsurfers as well as paddle boards and a combination windsurf/paddle/surf board.

Historically speaking, the first company to achieve success with windsailing boards was Windsailing International, created by Hoyle Schweitzer in 1968. Four years later, Mistral became Licensed by Schweitzer to make the original Windsurfer. Mistral became widely recognized and extremely successful. According to Windsurfing Legends, Mistral, “is likely the most recognized windsurfing brand in the world.”

In 2014, Steve West joined Mistral International. West with over 35 years of experience with the Pacific wide sport of outrigger canoeing, a two time world champion, author of over a dozen books on the subject and a one time professional windsurfer, brought a renewed focus back on the companies core interests, that of water sports.

Now head quartered in the Netherlands, Mistral transitioned from a company focused on manufacturing windsurfing boards to a lifestyle company offering everything from clothes to watches. Mistral quickly became known for technical innovations that advanced the sport.

“It was clear to me that Mistral as a brand needed some help in getting back to its core, associated with the very activities which made it great, gave it structure and created its fame. SUP may well be the new thing, but in truth we need to ensure we stay true to windsurfing and SUP and not shy away from either.

A number of champion windsail riders endorsed Mistral in the 1970s and 1980s and became known as the “Mistral Dream Team.” In 1985, Mistral started to branch out, establishing Club Mistral, a string of resorts centred on windsurfing instruction and sports tourism.

In addition, although Mistral has many interests and licensees, it’s essential we show this off to the world under one website, one magazine and one voice so as we can be recognised for the sum of our whole, not just its fragments.”

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Jenny Lee

ale and female m of s es en iv us cl in e th is about SUP-sport One of the beautiful things ays been a supporter of w al s ha l ra ist M . er ch ri e th l t is made al defining who she es iti participation, ensuring the spor tiv ac r he n, ea oc e th of life embodies a love this inclusiveness and Jenny’s e so passionate. ar e w ch hi w of ’ le ty es Lif l ta istral Coas is, a lifestyle reflecting the ‘M One of the beautiful things about SUP-sport is the inclusiveness of male and female participation, ensuring the sport is made all the richer. Mistral has always been a supporter of this inclusiveness and Jenny’s life embodies a love of the ocean, her activities defining who she is, a lifestyle reflecting the ‘Mistral Coastal Lifestyle’ of which we are so passionate. Living in Hawaii, Jenny’s father was a dedicated outrigger canoe paddler with interests in prone-paddle boarding and surfing. From his association with ocean paddling and surfing sports, mentorship followed from some of the island’s finest watermen and women and by age 8, Jenny began competitive long boarding, that is until six years ago when her father introduced her to ‘ . . . the latest thing’, stand up paddle boarding. She has since dedicated herself to her new love of SUP-sport, competing in the China Uemura Classic, Duke’s Ocean Fest, Surfing the Nations, Moloka’i to O’ahu, Olukai Ho’olaulea and Pops Achoy Contest. “I’m a City and County Lifeguard on the beach and work four or five days a week. I do a lot of swimming, running, weights and cross-fit. Other than that, I stand up paddle surf a lot and try to mix it up with outrigger canoe paddling and distance runs on my stand up boards. For downwind distance runs, we usually paddle from Hawaii Kai to Waikiki, approximately 8 miles; otherwise I work on flat-water sprints. I’m allowed two, one hour training breaks for work, so my daily routine includes 10

dropping my daughter off and getting to work an hour early so I can run on the beach in the morning. Then, I’ll use one of my breaks to weight train or do some other exercise and then I’ll use my other break to surf.’ Jenny has become an inspiration for other women in water sports, being already a three time nominee for ‘SUP Women of the Year’ by SUP Magazine and she is proud to join the Mistral brand as an International Team Rider for both SUP-surf and racing, which ensures that 2014 is shaping up to be a promising year for the native Hawaiian resident, affectionately named, ‘Waikiki Love’ who can be seen regularly SUP-surfing her favorite ‘Queens’ break off Waikiki Beach.

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Mistral International, recently regained acquisition and full control of it’s Windsurfing license, retaining the services of Anders Bringdal, the former licensee. This initiative was taken in order to improve logistical and administrative strength and a show of Mistral’s value upon which it places in its long heritage of its core founding sporting interest. In addition, Mistral is looking to take a lead role in assisting with the regeneration of interest in the sport of windsurfing as a whole. We cannot overstate the importance and value we put upon our association with the sport of windsurfing and our recognition of the relevance and significance of our Mistral One Design program for the sport of windsurfing. Founded originally in the United Kingdom in 1978 the International Mistral Class Organisation (IMCO) continues to play an active role in overseeing the running and administration of Mistral racing. This being stated, it is evident we need to formulate a cohesive plan with regards to how best to support and nurture the growth and renewed interest of this important race division, which has credible implications at a critical point in the history of the sport. We intend to ensure an extensive marketing plan to draw renewed interest and focus upon this race format. Essential to the process will be the extent and span of availability of the MOD board for all-comers across the world, which requires improvement and expansion of suppliers.

Mistral One Design AN INSPIRED CREATION

on the brink of a major reincarnation

In accordance with the requirements, Mistral International will commence discussions with the IWA, ISAF and IMCO in order to establish a competition schedule and in addition we understand the equipment must be available at competitions with Charter boards to assist with encouraging and supporting competitor numbers. Central to these initiatives, we also recognize the importance of nurturing once again, a Mistral One Design World Championship, essential to raising the profile of the class while rekindling a cornerstone aspect of our core brand equity.

‘Although I’m competitive, I think for me stand up paddling; surfing and canoe paddling define my lifestyle. My goal, ultimately, is to be able to share my love for the ocean, through these sports, not so much trying to beat the next girl. With competitions there’s always going to be somebody better and faster. That’s not the way I want to live my life, constantly trying to be better than the next competitor. I’m a mother and I work, which helps me put my life into perspective.’ Jenny’s approach to life and living, will ensure the spread of the Mistral Water Life and Living spirit wherever she goes, both locally and internationally and we look forward to sharing inspiring imagery and stories of her activities, riding our Mistral boards to new levels of enjoyment and limits! 11

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hardly news that stand up paddleboarding (SUP) is here to stay, what is more interesting now is, where is it going?

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For our part we have sat back and watched with interest and we have certainly made a strong commitment to the sport in producing a range of boards. But it has been the inflatable range of boards which have captured our attention most and so it seems this is true of participants. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just so many good reasons to own one, but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not to say hard boards do not have their place; indeed hard boards still remain the preferred weapon of choice for the performance end of the spectrum, though in certain instances, the inflatable is not so far behind. 14

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Mistral Fitness / Yoga Island • Suitable for up to 12 boards including a trainer • Ideal platform for exercises • Simple anchorage • Secure connection of boards through an eyelet system

12’6 Equipe length 12’6” / 380 cm width 30” / 76 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 331 L weight 18.5 lbs / 8.4 Kg Single fin 20 cm / 7‘8“ | US box

10’5 Equipe length 10’5” / 317 cm width 33” / 84 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 302 L weight 16.3 lbs / 7.4 Kg Single fin 20 cm / 7‘8“ | US box

11’8 Crossover (WindSUP) With Windsurf Option length 11’8” / 359 cm width 33” / 84 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 356 L weight 19.6 lbs / 8.9 Kg

11’0 Crossover (WindSUP) With Windsurf Option length 11’0” / 335 cm width 33” / 84 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 333 L weight 18.7 lbs / 8.5 Kg

10’0 Crossover (WindSUP) With Windsurf Option length 10’0” / 300 cm width 33” / 84 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 288 L weight 16.5 lbs / 7.5 Kg

US box fin system centre fin 23 cm / 9” tail fin 20 cm / 7’8”

11‘5 Kailua Fitness length 11’5’’ / 340 cm width 32” / 81 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 290 L weight 27.3 lbs / 12.4 Kg US Box fin System single fin 20 cm / 7‘8“

11‘5 Adventure length 11’5” / 350 cm width 32” / 81 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 285 L weight 26.8 lbs / 12.2 Kg US Box fin System single fin 20 cm / 7‘8“

10‘5 Adventure length 10’5” / 320 cm width 31” / 79 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 210 L weight 22.9 lbs / 10.4 Kg US Box fin System single fin 20 cm / 7‘8“

14‘0 Race length 14’0” / 427 cm width 27.5” / 70 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 315 L weight 27.3 lbs / 12.4 Kg Single Fin click system 24 cm / 9‘4“

12‘6 Race length 12’6” / 380 cm width 29” / 74 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 255 L weight 25.1 lbs / 11.4 Kg Single Fin click system 24 cm / 9‘4“

DESIGNED FOR KIDS & Youngsters up to 85 kg

The Wave traveller

69.5” / 260 cm 8’6.4” / 177cm 6” / 15 cm 310 L 44,1 lbs / 20 Kg

THE 10 Person Open Ocean SUP

THE 10 Person FAMILY EVENT SUP

Fast and easy to control

Simply the fastest

From fitness workouts to yoga practise

SUP and Windsurf at once

LIMITED EDITION SERIES 14’0 Equipe length 14’0” / 427 cm width 28.5” / 72.5 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 355 L weight 21.8 lbs / 9.9 Kg Single fin 20 cm / 7‘8“ | US box

All performance boards with best price/value - heavy people welcome

Fun & Wave

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BIG SUP Flatwater length 18’0.5” / 550 cm width 59“ / 150 cm thickness 7.8” / 20 cm volume 1344 L weight 73.5 lbs / 33.4 Kg 3 single fins as thruster system 24 cm / 9’4” | US Box

BIG SUP Open Ocean length 18’0.5” / 550 cm width 59“ / 150 cm thickness 7.8” / 20 cm volume 1344 L weight 73.5 lbs / 33.4 Kg 3 single fins as thruster system 24 cm / 9’4” | US Box

9‘8 Wave length 9’8” / 293 cm width 30” / 76 cm thickness 4” / 10 cm volume 159 L weight 20.5 lbs / 9.3 Kg Thruster Big fin, click system 24 cm / 9‘4“ Two side fins 6 cm / 2‘4“

8‘6 Wave length 8’6” / 258 cm width 30” / 76 cm thickness 4” / 10 cm volume 140 L weight 16.6 lbs / 7.5 Kg Thruster Big fin, click system 24 cm / 9‘4“ Two side fins 6 cm / 2‘4“

8‘6 Junior length 8’6” / 258 cm width 30” / 76 cm thickness 4” / 10 cm volume 140 L weight 16.5 lbs / 7.4 Kg Single Fin click system 24 cm / 9‘4“

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8‘0 Take Off length 8’0” / 243 cm width 28.5” / 72 cm thickness 4” / 10 cm volume 105 L weight 16.8 lbs / 7.6 Kg Quad/ Thruster fin Two G1000 side fins 10.8 cm / 4‘25“ and M7 Tri-fin 11.9 cm / 4‘6“ | FCS key

9‘8 Malibu With Windsurf Option length 9’8” / 293 cm width 31” / 78 cm thickness 4.7” / 12 cm volume 159 L weight 20.5 lbs / 9.3 Kg Thruster fin set up Big fin 16 cm US box Two M7 side fins 11.9 cm / 4‘6“ | FCS key

10‘6 Malibu With Windsurf Option length 10’6” / 318 cm width 32” / 81 cm thickness 4.9” / 12.5 cm volume 193 L weight 23.3 lbs / 10.6 Kg Single fin 21.5 cm / 8‘5“ | US box

11‘0 Malibu With Windsurf Option length 11’0” / 335 cm width 33.8” / 86 cm thickness 5.7” / 14.4 cm volume 240 L weight 30.2 lbs / 13.7 Kg Single fin 27 cm / 10‘6“ | US box

10’0 Crossover Red Dot Schoolboard - With Windsurf Option length 10’0” / 305 cm width 34” / 86.4 cm thickness 4.7” / 12 cm volume 220 L weight 25.3 lbs / 11.5 Kg Thruster fin set up Big fin 19 cm / 7‘5“ | US box Two M7 side fins 11.9 cm / 4‘6“ | FCS key

10’9 Crossover Red Dot Schoolboard - With Windsurf Option length 10’9” / 327 cm width 32” / 81.3 cm thickness 5.7” / 14.5 cm volume 240 L weight 26.4 lbs / 12.0 Kg Single fin 19 cm / 7‘5“ | US box

11’6 Crossover Red Dot Schoolboard - With Windsurf Option length 11’6” / 350 cm width 33” / 84 cm thickness 5.7” / 14.5 cm volume 265 L weight 29.7 lbs / 13.5 Kg Single fin 23 cm / 9“ | US box

no compromise Flatwater Speed machine

Fast Cruiser with windsurf option

Perfect first time board

all conditions SUP

The Robin Johnston worldcup wave SUP edition

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12‘6 Ventura With Windsurf Option length 12’6” / 380 cm width 27.5” / 70 cm thickness 6 7/8” / 17.5 cm volume 255 L weight 25.5 lbs / 11.6 Kg

14‘0 Ventura With Windsurf Option length 14’0” / 427 cm width 27.5” / 70 cm thickness 6 7/8” / 17.5 cm volume 315 L weight 28 lbs / 12.6 Kg

Single fin 27 cm / 10‘6“ | US box

14‘0 M1 Open Ocean length 14’0” / 427 cm width 27.5” / 70 cm thickness 8’0” /20.5 cm volume 285 L weight 25.1 lbs / 11.4 Kg Single Race fin Carbon 23 cm / 9“

12‘6 M1 Open Ocean length 12’6” / 380 cm width 26’6” / 67.7 cm thickness 7’3” / 23.5 cm volume 265 L weight 23.3 lbs / 10.6 Kg Single Race fin Carbon 23 cm / 9“

12‘6 M2 Flat Water Racer length 12’6” / 380 cm width 25.2” / 64 cm thickness 9.3” / 23.5 cm volume 243 L weight 18.8 lbs / 8.6 Kg Single Race fin Carbon 23 cm / 9“

14‘0 M2 Flat Water Racer length 14’0” / 427 cm width 24.6” / 63.5 cm thickness 8.9” / 22.5 cm volume 263 L weight 20.5 lbs / 9.3 Kg Single Race fin Carbon 23 cm / 9“

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Around the world, there is a growing outdoor fitness trend, giving rise to the creation of an ever-expanding number of fitness studios. To support this latest fitness development of working out in nature in the fresh air, Mistral created the perfect on water fitness solution. The Mistral Kailua Fitness SUP board, offers a totally new experience for full-body workouts in exciting surroundings, whether on the ocean, lake or river.

Kailua The compact, balanced design of the Kailua board, will suit both lighter and heavier paddlers who want to combine pure stand up paddling fun with fitness workouts. The wide outline and voluminous standing area and tail provide unmatched stability and guarantee a perfect platform for all kind of fitness workouts and yoga exercises. For fitness workouts and for more intense workouts, you can transform the Kaliua 11’5” to a fitness exercise machine just as you would find at your fitness studio.

The blue gym

Leaders not followers SUP yoga can be practiced on the Mistral Kailua Fit 11’5” SUP board perfectly in the most serene of settings, whether on an ocean bay or lagoon, a glassy lake or a slow-moving river. The Kailua Fit boards are exceptionally stable floating platforms and water-loving yogis will embrace SUP yoga out on the water as a practice that brings a sense of joyful freedom to an otherwise earth-bound yoga practice.

It is also fine (and even fun) if you lose your balance and fall overboard. Falling is part of the experience and there is freedom in fully embracing the experience. You let go of your expectations and judgment, which is what yoga is all about, getting out of the mind and into your heart centre. It is also a metaphor for our lives. We can experience a fall physically, mentally, or emotionally and we get back up and try again.

Practicing yoga on a surface that is constantly in motion, fires up your core muscles and strengthens muscles that aren’t used in everyday practice. You can feel the tiny muscles being activated when practicing on the water, which you don’t experience on land.

All-round Fitness System

Mistral makes the difference - we didn’t just design a new Mistral Fitness SUP board, we went one step further and invented a Fitness SUP board, which can be used as an exercise machine.

We equipped the Mistral Kailua 11’5” with the innovative Mistral all-round elastic band system. This system allows you to fix super strong rubber bands with hooks on multiple tiedown points on the board. The tractive force of these elastic bands is easily adjustable and allows you to gradually increase the intensity of your exercise, which is an essential point in any comprehensive training program. These rubber bands (2 x 3.60 meters) include heavy-duty hooks to fix the bands onto the D- Rings with pleasant non-slip handles are available in a set as an accessory. The boards come standard with one 3.60m rubber band. • Super strong and durable rubber bands • Heavy-duty hooks for fixing the elastic bands • Multiple tie-down points on the board • Adjustable tractive force of the elastic bands • Comfortable non-slip handles

If it’s versatility you are looking for in an exercise board, there is no better!

VITAL STATISTICS Kailua Fitness

length 11’5” / 340 cm width 32” / 81 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 290 L weight 27.5 lbs / 12.5 Kg fin US Box fin System single fin 20 cm / 7.8”

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Our Tube Station takes on a whole new meaning

Not ‘rush hour’, but ‘hush hour’

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Versatility Many centres around the world, also use their Kailua boards for general paddling and indeed as an entry level, first time board, the Kailua is an excellent, stable platform. When you factor this in, you realise that here is a board which forms two functions; that of an exercise platform, whether for yoga or for more intense workouts using isometrics or plyometrics or for paddling. The Kailua is not only practical, it’s rugged and can withstand hard use as expected from schools or from individual use. Suitable for up to 12 boards including a trainer. Ideal platform for exercises. Simple anchorage. Secure connection of boards through an eyelet system. Ingenious and a one of a kind and typically Mistral. If you’re an on-water trainer for SUP yoga or fitness, then this is the perfect companion. Your classes will take on a better symmetry and feel, creating a greater sense of unity. The onlooker will appreciate the visual appeal of your classes.

VITAL STATISTICS Mistral Fitness /Yoga Island

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69.5” / 260 cm 8’6”/ 177 cm 6”/ 15 cm 310 L 44.1 lbs / 20 Kg

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It all started out as a bit of fun really. The idea of an inflatable stand up board seemed more novelty than a serious contender for serious levels of adventure. But the truth is, the reasons for ownership remain palpable, because they are just so ridiculously convenient for storage and for travel and any relative compromise in performance is out weighed by the fact, you can be on the water most anywhere you choose. Like the title says, ‘Free your mind and choose a destination.’

Air transportation. Free your mind and choose a destination. One of our objectives, was to produce the world’s lightest inflatable board - and we succeeded and while other makers make wild claims about their boards being the lightest, the stiffest, the greatest, the fact remains ours simply are - and we should know, because we are perfectly aware of what our competitors are producing.

This is not a set up this is a genuine circumstance, with Mandy carrying not 1, but 2 of our lightweight iSUPs in the back-pack, complete with pump, repair kit, fins, 2 x 3 piece paddles and the mast base adapter for the Crossover to WindSUP and the whole package still weighs less than 20kgs, below the maximum bagged allowance per item. Gatwick Airport London en route to the Greek island of Crete.

The science of fun, of possibilities, freedom from constraint, all within a bag. Mandy on the road with her inflatable board tied down onto her 1968 MG Midget - Location Hayling Island England. The wooden carving is made from the Monkey Pod tree from Tahiti and represents the iconic form of the paddler.

Of course in order to achieve this, we have had to go about it a bit differently, but one thing we can say, so radical has been the project and the chasing of an ideal, that we have in fact had to create our Equipe and Crossover boards (Crossover to WindSUP) as a Limited Edition Series. In the meantime, our other high quality inflatable boards such as our Kailua Fitness and Yoga board and our Adventure boards, continue to find favour the world over and there’s plenty more yet to come; indeed we are just getting warmed up. Enjoy the next few pages as you walk through our world.

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As far as watersports go, few match the level of ingenuity and practicality of the air-filled SUP. So much water. So little time.

Here’s some tips. You’ll want to have a 3 piece paddle if you want to keep things cheaper for air travel - but if you have to take a longer 2 piece paddle, remember many airlines simply do not have a category for ‘paddles’ - they fall under sporting goods, so it’s our experience to call them snow-skies even if you are flying to Morocco, otherwise try the category of Golf Clubs! If you fly with a one piece paddle remember there are length limits and you will be likely to be charged. When using the hand pump, use straight arms (locking your elbows) using your full body weight during the inflation process. You’ll want to get to 15 psi (pounds per square inch) or 1 bar if you want to get technical. (Never over inflate). Another useful reminder; air is not hard regardless of how much pressure is put into an inflatable board. Therefore beware of misinformation by brands bragging of 24 psi etc - firstly you will need to pump a lot longer and harder and secondly it’s no guarantee of a stiffer board.

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Mistral Riders

It’s a simple formula. If you want to design and produce winning designs, then you need to build a board around a rider to ensure that the testing and end result meets with everyone’s expectations.

Kainoa TEIXEIRA, along with his father, have plans in 2015, to participate in the entire World Circuit, to foster a champion athlete in association with the world famous legendary Mistral brand.

Ryan James, multiple UK SUP National Champion, joins Mistral’s Red Dot Division.

Ryan James started competitive swimming at the age of 4 and by 18 was in America, pursuing an elite swim scholarship. On his return to England, he developed his training to include cycling and running and started to compete in triathlons. He made the Great Britain age group squad in his inaugural year of competition and turned professional in 1998. Shortly after turning professional, Ryan was signed by Team Bath, at the University of Bath, while also competing for the Great Britain Elite Ironman Triathlon Squad. Within this squad he competed in 3 World Championships (Sweden, France and Switzerland) and 3 National Championships (highest placing 2nd). Following retirement from competitive triathlon, Ryan took up sprint track cycling, competing at two World Master and National Championships. 30

He turned his hand to stand up paddleboarding in April 2009 as rehabilitation for shoulder surgery (following a snowboarding crash). The surgery meant for 3 months he was not allowed to kitesurf, his other passion, so he looked for a sport where his arm wasn’t raised too high. Catching the bug after just a few paddles Ryan within 18 months, began his winning ways on the UK SUP race circuit. He has since gone on to dominant the UK SUP race circuit, has competed at 2 Battle of the Paddle events in California with success and in 2011 he finished runner up in the 11 Cities SUP Tour Race in Holland.

together, including outrigger canoeing as cross training for SUP and for the love of the sport itself. With the relationship they have nurtured, the alliance they can now form in creating board and paddle designs is indeed a great mix. A former team rider for Starboard, Ryan is looking forward to working with Mistral working closely on developing new hardboard designs in conjunction with Steve and the MRD team and this will extend into the area of paddles. Through 2015, we will see Ryan representing Mistral at various international races throughout Europe.

Kainoa Teixeira was born in Hawaii and moved to Brazil when he was 3. His parents were surfers and surf school owners. He began surfing at an early age and in 2011 after winning an U16 Championship SUP wave contest, he met Thomas Kindt owner of Mistral Brazil and this began a friendship. In 2012 they met again in Ubatuba, where Kainoa was posting the highest scores of the trials, in the Professional Division at just 14 years of age. Some months later, Kainoa was contracted for three years by Mistral Brazil. In 2013 he finished 16th in the Brazilian professional SUP wave rankings and was Brazilian iSUP Champion and finished 3rd in the U18 SUP race.

Waterman League 2014 In 2014, Kainoa travelled to Hawaii to participate in the first stage of the Waterman League, where he was champion under 16 “Na Kama Kai” and finished in 17th place in the professional division. After the event, he begin workouts with athlete and shaper Robin Johnston, a local of Hawaii. Robin coached Kainoa for several months, showing him points and techniques for big wave contests, which was of great value and importance for his professional growth. Back in Brazil,

he won the second stage of the Waterman League in the U16 category and was ranked 15th. In September in California for the 4th stage, he finished 2nd U16 resulting in 1st place in the U16 world ranking, an important title for his career. Currently Kainoa, is preparing for the future with a physical trainer and nutritionist, doing functional training, psychological, pilates, jiu jitsu, muay thai, rowing and SUP surfing. Together with his father, he has plans in 2015, to participate in the entire World Circuit, in association with the world famous legendary Mistral brand.

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Adventure Boards

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From the mountains to the sea

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These are wonderful boards. Tough, and versatile, you can take them to the ends of the earth and back again and you will be rewarded with nothing but good memories and adventures.

11’5” Adventure

The 11’5” became an instant best seller and is a real all purpose board, perfect for rental centres, SUP schools, the adventurous and for families. With parallel rails, this smooth running, directionally stable board is easy and stable to paddle. With its excellent price to performance ratio, the 11’5” is an ideal board for cruising in a wide range of conditions, from flat water on lakes or mellow rivers, to choppy water conditions in the ocean. Its Cargo Net allows you to secure a dry bag and other items, such as a drinks bottle or spare clothing. The US fin box is compatible with any standard fin available on the market.

VITAL STATISTICS 11’5” Adventure

length 11’5” / 350 cm width 32” / 81 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 285 L weight 32.2 lbs / 13.7 Kg fin US Box fin System single fin 20 cm / 7.8” Both 10’5” and 11’5” are 6” thick, preventing water spilling over the sides or any noticeable flex. Our 6” thick iSUPs, are up to 50% stiffer than iSUPs 4” and less.

10’5” Adventure

The 10’5” gives you a sleek, swift ride for flat-water, rivers and the ocean and versatil performer for river running and ocean excursions. For the lighter paddler, this is an excellent choice.

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If you’ve lost your sense of adventure, now might a good time to go looking for it. Not so very long ago, the logistics of doing something as epic as this, was limited to using the kayak. Our purpose made inflatable boards, make the impossible not just probable, but doable. Location Cornwall England. Photos Steve West

Life affirming moments made possible...

VITAL STATISTICS 10’5” Adventure

length 10’5” / 320 cm width 31” / 79 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 210 L weight 21.4 lbs / 9.7 Kg fin US box fin system single fin 20 cm / 7.8”

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“Open Water and River Adventure paddling, are characterised by the rider using a moving piece of water (non tidal) to their advantage and enjoyment, in combining paddle and board skills so as to travel down stream (or downwind) using the current (or wind) harnessed using appropriate equipment, skills and physicality, combined with an understanding of the required logistics and knowledge of river dynamics (moving water) and / or sea states.”

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Open Water and River Paddling

Ben Longhurst -

International White Water Centre Cardiff UK waterskillsacademy.com

Open water and river adventure paddling is a fast growing element of the sport where participants seek moving water graded 1 - 5 on the international grading system. This varies in accordance with international ‘classes’ of water.

Locations are varied and defined as... White water paddling is simply the decent of rapids on a stand up paddle board. The outcome being an experience shared with friends, as a group travelling and challenging oneself with each section of river undertaken. Internationally the types of rivers vary dramatically from deep, high volume runs, often found in the US and Himalayas, to smaller more shallower rivers such as in the UK. The international scale of white water is from Grade I to Grade VI, with Grade I being straight forward and near placid and Grade Six being at the limit of personal and technical paddling. At present with limited development in white water SUP boards, the paddler will be mainly concerned with grade 1 - 3 rivers. This however is changing slowly with the development of craft.

Ruben Salvador taking his group for a unique adventure paddle along the Spanish coastline.

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All waters flow elsewhere and elsewhere, all is beauty.

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Equipe

Different beyond compare. Uniqueness can sometimes create compromise. In this instance our Equipe inflatables have had to be released as a Limited Edition Series. Available in 10’5,12’6 and 14’, they are quite simply, the lightest inflatable paddleboards on the planet, as one French magazine review exclaimed,

“The Rolls Royce of inflatables.”

From the moment you cast your eyes on the Equipe inflatables, you know they are different; sleek, clean and purposeful. But the difference really begins when you pick one up - the lack of weight will come as a shock. On the water, the difference becomes even more apparent. Light and nimble, the 10’5 skips over the water as light as air and can turn within its own length, while the 12’6 is also super light under-foot and quick. There is good reason to make these boards as a Limited Edition. Something this good, requires time to create and is not by any measure, mainstream. Pre-orders for these boards, have shown them to be, one of our most popular sellers, with no concern over the extra cost for less weight and added performance. All in all, you will need less horse-power (muscle power) to move these uniquely constructed boards over water and if airline travel and travelling with your board is on your list, there is no lighter or better.board on the market.

VITAL STATISTICS 12’6” Equipe

length 12’6” / 380 cm width 30”/ 76 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 331 L weight 18.5 lbs / 8.4 Kg fin US box fin system single fin 20 cm / 7.8”

VITAL STATISTICS 10’5” Equipe

length 10’5” / 317 cm width 33” / 84 cm thickness 6”/ 15 cm volume 302 L weigh 6.3 lbs / 7.4 Kg fin US box fin system single fin 20 cm / 7.8”

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Equipe 14’ “The Mistral inflatable I’m using was also working like a charm today. When you’re in a draft train and finding your rhythm, you don’t even realise you’re on a non-carbon board. I struggled today when I was solo’ing into a headwind, but overall I’ve been really impressed with how it performs.” I was motivated by just how ridiculously light Mistral’s new inflatable stand up paddleboards really are. I was a guest at Mistral’s annual meeting in Bavaria and got to play around with their 2015 line up. Mistral is making a serious push in the world of inflatables and the first thing I noticed was the crazy weight of their new designs. Using futuristic German technology and European manufacturing, the new Mistral inflatables have somehow combined light weight with extreme stiffness. These things are super rigid but still significantly lighter than the current batch of inflatable stand up paddleboards on the market. The 11 Cities is a unique race. It’s long. Very long. Over 200 kilometres all said and done and it’s held across five days, in five different stages. It’s like the Tour de France of SUP, it’s also one of the only races where you literally spend 24/7 with your fellow paddlers. Apart from racing together for between 5 and 8 hours each day, most competitors stay on one of the big, old school Dutch boats that follows the course.

It’s painful. You’ll hate it. You’ll love it. You’ll make great friends. Lasting memories. Sore muscles. Big smiles. You’ll test yourself physically. You’ll test yourself even more so mentally. Oh and your hands will be full of calluses.

Mandy West attends to Chris Parker’s hands during one of the stops over the 5 days. As the days went by, respect grew not just for Chris, but for the performance of a board which was performing beyond the expectation of everyone. It was a gamble, but this is about as good as R&D gets - under race conditions. Bubbly to celebrate the hard long fought battle. In every sense this is an adventure race which sees you test yourself while seeing mile after mile of the Holland’s most famous of waterways and its scenic countryside.

The 11 Cities is an amazing event and one that you should definitely add to your bucket list, a crazy adventure through the beautiful countryside of the Friesland province. And it’s one I can’t wait to go back and do all over again in 2015. I was very lucky to have the full support of Mistral SUP on my side and that of Steve and Mandy West following me each day.

VITAL STATISTICS 14’ Equipe

length 14’ / 427 cm width 28.5” / 72.5 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 355 L weight 21.8 lbs / 9.9 Kg fin US box fin System single fin

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The forward stroke in brief

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The power phase consists of generating compression of water against the blade face, through tension and torque predominantly engaging the larger muscles of the torso, transferred to the board through the hip flexors down through the legs to the feet. The arms act as levers in combination with the paddle acting as the lever arm, engaged through rotation around the hips ensuring the shoulders follow in alignment, with the top and lower hands, ‘hand-over-hand’ the blade running parallel to the board’s rail. The top arm is pressured downwards (not forwards) with the lower arm locked. Consider that an estimated 75% of the propulsive power of the stroke occurs approximately within the first 7” - 12” of pull, reinforcing the importance of the set up, entry and catch phases of the stroke. The first part of your stroke should initiate lift as a result of the angular entry of the blade and downwards force applied, not forwards. The arms must not be hyper-extended (old school). A marginally bent lower elbow brings about greater blade control and power delivery while permitting the muscles to contract more efficiently and prevent ligament injury. Avoidance of push forwards through the top arm (old school) through the trapeziums is critical, as this negates the vertical positioning of the blade prematurely and engagement of the smaller, minor muscle groups. Steve West Author of Stand Up Paddle - A Paddlers Guide Vice President Mistral International

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Paddling along the coastline of Greek Island of Crete, waves rolling along the high, jagged cliff faces. Naturally when waves appear, this can entice the opportunist to try and ride them and sometimes it requires some element of risk. We would not recommend this, but here Chris Parker catches a wave and finds himself confronted by an overhanging ledge. The wave kept pushing him along until he had to bail out. No harm done, but something of a spectacle to watch.

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Crossover iSUP Paddle it...Sail it Although many of our boards have had the facility to add a windsurfing rig, it is only now that we have ventured to create a fully demountable system, which permits the traveller, to take their rig with them. Developing a break apart boom and mast and designing a simple secure mast base attachment system, has been a challenge for our design team. The feedback from those who used to sail longer boards many years ago, is that it takes them back to a time when the sport was fun, laid back, simple and genuinely elevated your spirits without the need for high winds.

Available in 11’8, 11’ and 10’ lengths, you’re spoilt for choice. Typically the 10’ is nimble and will put a smile on your face all day long, with the 11’8 being the superior board for longer distance recreational paddling days, but no matter which you choose, these super light boards, whether paddled or sailed are a joy to own and offer great value in being a multi-functional. Mast base included; mast, boom, sail are extra accessories.

VITAL STATISTICS 11’8” Crossover

length 11’8” / 359 cm width 33” / 84 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 356 L weight 19.6 lbs / 8.9 Kg fin US box fin System single fin 20 cm / 7.8”

VITAL STATISTICS 11’0 Crossover

length 11’ / 335 cm width 33” / 84 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 333 L weight 18.7 lbs / 8.5 Kg fin US box fin System single fin 20 cm / 7.8”

VITAL STATISTICS 10’0 Crossover

length 10’ / 300 cm width 33” / 84 cm thickness 6” / 15 cm volume 288 L weight 16.5 lbs / 7.5 Kg fin US box fin System single fin 20 cm / 7.8”

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The way of the future. The Crossover WindSUP. Core roots revisited.

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The simple truth is, this is how windsurfing was always meant to be. Like a run-away train, the very nature and essence of what made it fun was eroded by over zealous attention to extremes of conditions and extremes of equipment. This is a low wind, non-threatening, good-time alternative which brings the sport of windsurfing right back to where it started, accepting everything’s lighter, easier, smarter and the fun is just as big as it ever was...

Mandy West a former UK Women’s National Champion racer and freestyler, has found a reconnection with the sport in a way she did not think possible. This is about as basic as the windsurfing experience can get, but herein lies the fun. For those who have never windsurfed before, this is the perfect way to begin. Pulling the sail from the water with the wind on your back, the ‘up-haul’ rope is used to ‘up-haul’ (lift) the sail from the water. If the wind is in your face, just lift the sail partially out from the water and swing gently toward the nose or tail so as the board swings to bring the wind on to your back - then you can fully raise the sail.

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In this simplicity, is the freedom of ease of participation; no frills, no complications, a bed of air moved by air itself...

â&#x20AC;&#x153;From setting my Mistral board up to packing it away, the whole experience is easy and stress free. Being so compact to transport and effortless to make ready, it really does provide me with a sense of freedom. From the moment I am on the water, I feel confident. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stable and easy to handle, giving me the ability to move around the board. It makes me feel like pushing my boundaries and fills me with a sense of adventure, as if anything is possible.â&#x20AC;?

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The Mistral BIG SUP has already proved to be an instant attraction at watersport events or during company incentive events. It is so much fun to paddle with 6-8 people on the same board and whenever there is a 2nd BIG SUP on the water, you see families and friends having fun racing against each other. We have variations in 2015, the Flat Water 5.50m x 1.50m width and 20cm thickness and the new addition of the Open Ocean.

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Want to draw attention to yourself, win friends and have a guaranteed fun experience. If you want a perfect corporate day ice-breaker or challenge, or need to create a marketing sensation for your SUP school or hire operation, our Mistral Big SUPs will not disappoint.

VITAL STATISTICS BIG SUP Flatwater

length 18’5”/ 550 cm width 59” / 150 cm thickness 7.8”/ 20 cm volume 1344 L weight 73.5 lbs / 33.4 Kg fin US box fin System 3 single fins as thruster 24 cm / 9.4”| US Box

VITAL STATISTICS BIG SUP Open Ocean

length 18’5”/ 550 cm width 59” / 150 cm thickness 7.8”/ 20 cm volume 1344 L weight 73.5 lbs / 33.4 Kg fin US box fin System 3 single fins as thruster 24 cm / 9.4”| US Box

For SUP schools, it makes a fantastic work station. Run your courses from the comfort of the platform. It is the ultimate crowd pleaser and as a marketing and promotional apparatus, nothing comes to close. As an investment, you will reap the benefits, draw attention and create an instant sensation.

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Red Dot

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Red Dot boards are perfect first time boards on which to enjoy the exciting sport of stand Red Dot 10’0 up paddleboarding. This series was developed and designed for small waves, cruising and The 10’0 is a hybrid model, designed for paddlers who like mix catching waves with short distance cruising on flatcross training and their generous shapes accommodate all levels of entry. These boards will towater. At 34” wide, the board is extremely stable so that you help you learn the basics of the sport. feel comfortable during your first paddling attempts. An ideal board for SUP schools, rental centres and new paddlers wanting to learn the basics of stand up paddling and advance their skills to the next level. The thruster fin system provides added directional stability across a wide range of conditions and the clear shape with added rocker is designed for maximum fun. Tail kicker only supplied with 10’0 model. All Red Dot boards supplied with fins, leash insert, windsurf mast foot insert, ledge carry handle and bungee cord inserts.

VITAL STATISTICS 10’ Crossover Red Dot School board - With Windsurf Option

length 10’ / 305 cm width 34” / 86.4 cm thickness 4.7” / 12 cm volume 220 L weight 26.4 lbs / 12 Kg fin Thruster fin set up Centre fin: 19 cm / 7.5” | US box 2 x M7 side fins: 11.9 cm / 4.6” FCS key

Red Dot 10’9”

The 10’9” board is a high volume Cross model designed for exploring lakes and flat waterways transitioning comfortably between small and medium sized waves. The shape and the unbreakable construction make this board very durable. The shape of the long parallel rails will give you maximum glide and flow on the water, ultimately providing a great SUP feeling. Its stable dimensions, provide the inexperienced paddler the security they need in choppy conditions. Super easy to paddle. This is the real Mistral all condition board!

VITAL STATISTICS 10’9” Crossover Red Dot School board - With Windsurf Option

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10’9”/ 327 cm 32” / 81.3 cm 5.7” / 14.5 cm 240 L 26.8 lbs / 12.2 Kg Single fin 19 cm / 7.5” | US box

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Red Dot 11’6”

This is the star of the Red Dot family. The 11’6” is the ultimate expedition board for long haul missions over flat-water, suitably stable for fitness training and very comfortable for heavy paddlers wanting a stable board. A real multi-purpose vehicle. At 240 lts, this board is popular with SUP schools, rental centres, beginners and the more adventurous paddler.

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It only takes a few easy strokes to get the 11’6” up and running, even for first time paddlers. While primarily a flat-water SUP, this board should also be considered for heavier paddlers who want to take their paddling to the ocean and if looking to catch a few waves.

VITAL STATISTICS 11’6” Crossover Red Dot Schoolboard - With Windsurf Option length width thickness volume weight fin

11’6” / 350 cm 33” / 84 cm 5.7” / 14.5 cm 265 L 27.5 lbs / 12.5 Kg Single fin 23 cm / 9” | US box

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The Ventura is a very stable, fast cruising shape that is fantastic to ride in all water conditions. Thanks to its streamlined, wave piercing nose shape the Ventura

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quickly accelerates with each paddle stroke taken. The bow shape, enables the board to cut like an axe through water. Together with flowing hull lines it simply makes the board glide faster and improves the ride.

SHAPE The bow pierces through water instead of pushing it aside encouraging very rapid, clean water flow when the board encounters choppy waters. Two leash plugs, provide the choice to attach a leash either to the centre of the board (or add accessories) when in quiet waters or toward the tail in rougher conditions. Its fantastic gliding ability makes this big volume board an ideal cruiser. With 255 lts (12’6”) and 315 lts (14’0) of volume respectively, these boards will float the heaviest of paddler and will remain manoeuvrable and very stable on the water. The perfect cruising board, suitable for everyone in all conditions.

• Innovative bow shape concept • Super light weight double wood-fiberglass compression sandwich technology. • Extended non-slip EVA foam to the tail for superior grip in tight turns. • Relative to its length and dimensions, one of the lightest boards on the market. • Deck webbing for dry bags, wind jackets etc

VITAL STATISTICS 12’6” Ventura With Windsurf Option length width thickness volume weight fin

12’6” / 380 cm 27.5” / 70 cm 6. 7” / 17.5 cm 255 L 25.5 lbs / 11.6 Kg Single fin 27 cm / 10.6” | US box

VITAL STATISTICS 14’ Ventura With Windsurf Option length width thickness volume weight fin

14’0 / 427 cm 27.5”/ 70 cm 6. 7” / 17.5 cm 315 L 28 lbs / 12.6 Kg Single fin 27 cm / 10.6” | US box

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Malibu

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Malibu 9’8”

A board that’s very easy to paddle, due to its large flat deck. It offers great stability, due to its generous width and the volume of its rails in the mid-section. To ensure maximum manoeuvrability in the waves, added rocker (fore to aft curvature) allows you to carve without losing speed and acceleration. The classic round pintail, 50-50 rounded rails and rounded v-bottom help keep your drive smooth in the curve. The concave nose will significantly improve your balance when riding on the nose of the board. US fin box with thruster fin set up (FCS).

Malibu Shape

• Extra wide outline for increased stability. • Increased volume in the back for added balance while surfing. • Harmonious bottom shape with fully rounded rails for smooth riding. • Added tail rocker provides great turning characteristics. • Enough surfing rocker for entry-level waves. • The length and flat bottom shape provides enough glide for flat water cruising. • Mast foot insert for windsurfing as an option.

This board is designed as a compact Cross Over board that will satisfy the flat waterway enthusiast, through to the most capable of wave riders. Suitable for entry-level riders, experts, medium to heavy weights and from small to big size waves. Ideal for paddlers, who enjoy both flat water paddling and stand up paddle surfing on a regular basis.

9’8” Malibu With Windsurf Option length width thickness volume weight fin

12’6” / 380 cm 27.5” / 70 cm 6. 7” / 17.5 cm 255 L 25.5 lbs / 11.6 Kg Single fin 27 cm / 10.6” | US box

Malibu 10’6”

The Malibu 10’6” is popular for paddlers up to 100 kg (220 lbs) who want a light, compact board for a variety of conditions. Performance in leisure is all about instantly having fun and being able to go out in the widest possible range of conditions. This tolerant, all-water shape will give you the ability to go out no matter what. It forgives bad feet positioning or turning techniques. A reliable companion for expeditions, cruising and workouts. You can try freestyle windsurfing as well and it is also the perfect board to take kids on a tour. With a weight of just over 10 kg (23 lbs) it is a very easy board to handle from the car to the water.

10’6” Malibu With Windsurf Option length width thickness volume weight fin

10’6” / 318 cm 32” / 81 cm 4.9” / 12.5 cm 193 L 23.3 lbs / 10.6 Kg Single fin 21.5 cm / 8’5” | US box

Malibu 11’0”

Being the most stable board on the water, the Malibu 11’0 is the ideal choice for riders up to 140 kg (300 lbs) wanting stability for small surf or having fun while flat water cruising or taking the kids or dog out on a tour. Entry-level windsurfing or old school freestyle windsurfing is possible. At almost 34” wide and 240 lts, it paddles smoothly through the water with little resistance and is easy to manoeuvre. Also suitable for tandem paddling!

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11’0 / 335 cm 33.8” / 86 cm 5.7” / 14.4 cm 240 L 30.2 lbs / 13.7 Kg Single fin 27 cm / 10’6” | US box

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Taking what’s possible and taking design to the outer limits, Mistral’s M2 flat water race boards nudged the flat water racing scene into overdrive.

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The M2 Flat-Water Racer features an innovative shape, inspired by Olympic flat-water kayak racing craft. It is conically tailored, measuring 66 cm at the top and only 60 cm at the bottom. This conical shaped board will always have the minimum of wetted surface area, no matter the weight of the paddler resulting in a higher speed potential.

Stephan Stiefenhöfer, boosting dual World Kayak

Titles and 17 German Titles decided to take up SUP for the benefits of cross-training and competition, he zeroed in on Mistral to become his partner and vehicle for his new found passion, reinforcing our belief, that we are on the correct pathway toward delivering the best possible SUP-sport product available to even the most ruthless and demanding of paddlers – including fresh water waterman of the world.

“Being part of a Mistral team gives me new motivation for competitions. It allows to meet new people visit new places and provides for me the key which opens the road to success.”

Kimi comes from a small country of sea and Alps - Slovenia.

She took to SUP after a visit to Cape Verde, embracing the waves and a stress-free life. It was a life changing experience and she continued on her return home. She began competing in various competitions, traveling and meeting a lot of communicative and interesting people. Her hobbies besides SUP include dancing, (hip hop and jazz ballet), playing guitar. She enjoys working with children. She works as team leader and catering in tourism and enjoy organising sporting events. She is sponsored by Sports Vibrations Germany. The M2 full carbon race board is one of the lightest, fastest on the market, for pro-riders and experts, with an average board weight of 8.5 kg (12’6”) and 9.3 kg (14’0). Designed with flatwater and speed in mind, the conic hull shape brings in a great blend of acceleration and effortless gliding.

Mistral fused the positive gliding characteristics of a racing kayak with those of a surfboard. M2 Flat-Water Racers are trimmed for 100% speed, featuring an exceptionally narrow outline and made in ultra- lightweight specialized full carbon construction, for professional level flat-water racing. Due to a low profile nose rocker and an extremely pointed shape, it glides through flat-water with noticeably lower resistance. The Mistral R&D team has already enjoyed decades of success with their race boards; Olympic windsurf boards have been made in the past on three separate occasions and we have now gone out of our way with the M2 to repeat this success story with our SUP race boards. The M2 is definitely faster than anything we have ever built! The ‘Hawk’ nose ensures a very straight glide during the recovery phase and provides improved directional stability during the power phase, meaning you need change sides less

frequently. A lowered standing area lowers your centre of gravity to improve stability.

Best of Both Worlds

The M2 Flat-Water Racer lends it shape from kayak racing hull design and is built in full carbon using advanced surfboard construction technology. The ideal hull shape created maximizes glide through reduced drag and includes concave tail, rounded rails and the addition of a ‘Hawk’ shaped nose.

Despite the boards performance, we have consider the M2 to be a ‘conceptual’ board, a classic before its time in being an exercise of what is possible.

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Downwind Paddling harnessing the power of wind and water by Steve West

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Naturally, this niche area of the sport requires the correct equipment and the boards in particular must conform to certain design parameters in order to glide and surf at speed, while responding to steering through rail transitioning similar to high speed windsurfing when gybing.

Overview

You can surf, without a paddle, potter around on flat water with minimal fitness levels or ocean skills. But to take on the might of wind and water, paddling significant distances downwind between two islands separated by deep water channels or from one land point to another, travelling at high speeds, is to take the sport to a place which truly reflects its zenith in combining the melding of mind, body, board, blade and the elements. In this ocean environment, there are no road signs, no rules and no crowds. It is in short the ultimate testing ground, where sensory perceptions are tested to the limit. Here bodies can be brutalised, combining paddle skills with poise, balance, stealth, speed, endurance and tenacity. With each drop-in, the rider constantly scans the ocean for holes and powers up and down between sets, chasing ‘runners’ and looking to squeeze every drop of energy from its movement, searching for speed and a trade off between surfing (relaxing) and paddling hard. While mastery can take years, initial practise can be on sheltered waters, but the biggest thrills are to be had in deep ocean waters. Here the sport is unparalleled to which no casual participant can randomly subscribe to. This is hardcore stand up paddle boarding in the purest sense, where specificity of training and equipment, passion and drive are paramount.

“In this ocean environment, there are no road signs, no rules and no crowds.” Paddling techniques

When paddling downwind following a ‘running’ sea, knowing when to paddle hard and when to back off are key skill elements. The ability to deliver varying power, increased stroke rates and different technique to achieve effective speed gains, is a true skill. The trigger to change any single or multiple aspect of technique or application, can either be a visual response in seeing the runner forming ahead in the form of a trough or a ‘feeling’ when the craft begins to drop at the nose and lift at the tail. Your focus needs to be on what’s ahead of you, reading and interpreting the constantly changing shape of the ocean and anticipating how your board is going to react. These skills transcend true explanation and must be learned by experience. You must remain resolute and confident, continually biting away at the ocean, reading its nuances immediately in front and below the blade, keeping the board steady between the curvatures of the ocean, keeping a broader view and continually setting up to take advantage of the ocean’s energy, here you must avoid ‘switching off’ and simply swinging away without thought.

I have paddled many miles downwind on my M1 14’ board and Mandy on the smaller 12’6 and we both agree, there are moments when they have performed beautifully.

Since a young age, the wind has played a significant part in my life, forging my interests and keeping me on the water. Windsurfing is of course a natural extension of the sport and as you progress, the more the better. 25 years ago, I found myself living and travelling across the Pacific, based in Australia as a result of my involvement with the sport of outrigger canoeing, indigenous to many island groups and the national team sport of Hawaii and the national sport of French Polynesia. Downwind paddling, as it is termed, is an exciting discipline of this sport, whether paddling six person 45’ outrigger canoes or paddling the smaller solo 21’ craft and so it came to be, that paddling and harnessing wind and wave power in the context of high performance ocean paddling, permitted me to use some of what I had learnt from windsurfing. With the growth of stand up paddleboarding, it became an obvious extension to combine wind, water, blade, board and body in the pursuit of paddling downwind

and indeed on the island of Maui, this was the case and very much the birthplace of high performance stand up paddleboarding, long before racing on flat water was even conceived. Those who hail from an ocean paddling background, tend to bring this knowledge of paddling to the sport with them. Many who are fanatical ‘downwind’ paddlers, often possess years of uniquely acquired paddling skills and a passion for chasing ‘runners’, connecting the dots, knowing the rush one gets from combining the energy of wind and water. This particular form of stand up paddling is gathering momentum rapidly. Of the three essential disciplines of the sport; surf, flat water cruising (limited breeze) and downwind paddling (strong winds) it is the latter which truly tests the rider’s combined surfing and paddling skills; dependant on endurance and an entire repertoire of ocean skills and physicality honed over many years of a devotion to an ocean sports lifestyle.

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CLUB MISTRAL During its 20-year history, Club Mistral has gained a lot of experience and has increasing evolved into a people-oriented enterprise, whose focus is on communication with guests and the satisfaction of their requirements and wishes. The stimuli for our corporate strategy mainly stem from our own rank and file, because Club Mistral employees are encouraged to freely develop their talents and interests, learn continuously and find pleasure in always setting good examples. Our team brings innovation to our company and is thus always optimally attuned to customer expectations. The sum of many little things can grow into something big. We, too, started out on a very small scale and have now developed into a globally operating service provider focusing on water sports and sports tourism. With 18 windsurfing, 11 kite surfing and 5 surfboard riding centres worldwide, we are one of the leading companies in this industry. Club Mistral has a network of international partners in a wide variety of countries. We want to be international and multicultural and highlight this also in the selection of our employees, who currently hail from 24 different countries. With this colourful mix of personalities from diverse nationalities and cultures, we want to give water sports enthusiasts an opportunity to experience their leisure time in new ways every time. The responsibility of all employees in their dealings with our guests, the company and the environment determines our future planning and our daily actions. We create an optimum environment for our guests and attach importance to close cooperation with local organizations in a wide range of countries.

This would not be possible without the existence of shared values and mutual trust in our employees and business partners and many years of experience. The success of Club Mistral is based on the collaboration of a knowledgeable and responsible team consisting of creative people with lots of imagination and an outstanding sense of humour. We believe that the most important thing in life for all people in the world is to find the courage to dream great dreams, and we want to help making them come alive.

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As if to reaffirm Mistral’s intent to rise like the phoenix from the ashes of Windsurfing, a sport once nothing short of a phenomenon, which at its peak, even over shadowed the popularity of today’s fastest growing water sport of Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP), the iconic brand has returned home, to once again be under the control of Mistral’s affiliate, Mistral Red Dot.

After a near five-year absence, Mistral Windsurfing returns to being under the control of Mistral Red Dot Division Holland.

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The agreement sees Anders Bringdal relinquishing the license and heading the newly formed Mistral Windsurfing Division under the control of Mistral Red Dot (MRD). The implications are far reaching, including the centralization of MRD’s Windsurfing and SUP Divisions under the one roof at the companies head offices and warehousing facilities based in Holland in the town of Wierden. Bringdal under the new structure, will be responsible for liaising with distributors, attending international trade fairs, engaging in a variety of promotional activities, overseeing the management of team riders and product management and development. A once world ranked windsurfer, Bringdal turned his attention to speed sailing and is the current Swedish record holder, pushing a Mistral production board in excess of 50 knots, thereby setting the production board World Speed Record.

‘With Mistral’s current interests in the development of SUP boards and products, this has served to maintain Mistral’s strong connections with that of water sport. Having Mistral Windsurfing coming back to us has put a smile on everybody’s faces, as the net result will serve to strengthen our brand equity by a return to its roots - and this is not to say that our interests in SUP will diminish, far from it. In fact, with our interests and vision for the evolution and development of WindSUP as the bridge-sport between SUP and Windsurfing, the evolutionary tree will be complete, from paddling to sailing. I could not think of a better time for this initiative and renewed amalgamation to take place, after a near five year absence from the companies control,’ commented Mistral’s International Vice President. Also missing from the equation has been the design, production and development of windsurfing rigs: booms, mast, sails and accessories. This will also be addressed, as MRD intends to once again enter into this arena in order to offer an entire package to the consumer. The companies vision, is to once again ‘dot’ the skies with its iconic M-dot logos, originally created by Ernstfried Prade still active in the company today, be it on conventional windsurfing sails or WindSUP sails, so as the brand will come to full circle in reaffirming its position as the most iconic windsurfing, indeed watersports brand of them all.

After a good deal of soul-searching and discussion with Mistral Managing Director, Ado Huisman, Bringdal and Huisman reached agreement on the 9th of Sept 2014 marking a historic return of the brand to its roots. In today’s tough economic climate the absorption of Mistral Windsurfing back under the control of Mistral, means a centralization of marketing, customer service, administration, ware housing and day-to-day decision-making.

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WindSUP Bridging the gap between SUP and Windsurfing.

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Other initiatives within the company include the desire to create a line of technical on and off water apparel and functional footwear. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;We already have a number of licensees manufacturing some outstanding fashion apparel and footwear, but we feel the need to develop and offer technical apparel for our SUP and Windsurfing end-users. In the framework of all that Mistral offers, this is one of the voids we need to fill. For our European spring of 2015, we will introduce our first short list of technical apparel, which will include technical caps, tops and footwear for SUP. Medium term, we aim to develop more hardcore items such as wetsuits,â&#x20AC;? said Steve West. Centralized marketing, warehousing, sales, customer service and administration and the opportunity for distributors to deal with a singular entity, will streamline business-to-business dealings and bring greater continuity and concentrated marketing efforts. All in all, this is yet another seminal moment for the iconic brand, for which is there is enormous global affection.

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Stuff to make you safer. Stuff to make life easier.

Accessories Mistral Hand Pump

Our distinctive narrow cylinder pump, makes inflation of an iSUP board a breeze. The secret lies in the pump’s diameter. Kids as young as nine years of age, are able to inflate any iSUP board and adults can do it easily with one hand. The last part of inflating a board is particularly difficult. The narrow Mistral cylinder pump eliminates this problem. Art. No: 119.900.000

Coiled Leash

A vital safety product. Even in light winds during an involuntary fall, a board can drift away very quickly. Mistral iSUP leashes are 7 mm x 2.43 m (8’) and are worn below the knee and offer a quick release velcro tag. The coiled section, stays free of the water and limits dragging and becoming tangled. Art. No. 119.001.001

Mistral Roof Rack Pads

Our Roof Rack Pads are designed to fit your existing fixed roof racks to protect your board from compression damage against hard bars. You will also need Mistral Rack Straps to tie your board down. • Roof rack pads for bar style roof racks • Durable cushioned pads sit between boards and roof racks. • Velcro fastened. • Packs away very small Art. No. 119.900.011

Mistral Triangle Buoy

The red triangle buoy is 42“ x 42“ (106 x106 cm) made of 0.9 mm PVC material with white Mistral logo. A perfect marketing tool at any event where competitors must make buoy turns, for training days or for defining boundaries for your customers when running a school or hire operation. Includes anchor and repair kit. Art. No. 199.100.000

Mistral iMat

This multi purpose inflatable platform is ideal for SUP parking and designed for portability, durability and performance. The iMat is made of 1000D PVC material 2.00 x 1.50 cm (79”x 60”) and the platform 14 cm (5.5”) thick with 2.54cm (1”) reinforced drop stitch material and 4 D rings. Includes repair kit. Art. No. 199.100.001

Mistral Promo Tent

This professio-nal and best of its class Eclipse 2 instant shelter Mistral Tent, features a new vented top which helps increase air flow in opening beneath the top vent creating an outlet for air. • One-piece patented instant frame • Reinforced rust free aircraft aluminum frame • Pull pin sliders for quick lock and release • Toggle leg adjustment for variable heights • Reinforced legs • Includes 4 packs of weight bags 18 kg (40 lbs) • Vented top available 3.0 m x 3.0 m (10’x10’) • 5-year warranty

Kailua Fitness System Strap Set

Diamond Head

The Mistral Diamond Head Longboard, is a stylishly designed Streetsurfer and built with great detail. This board will appeal to both surfers and stand up paddlers, along with your traditional skaters. Longboarding has its origins in surfing. The Diamond Head shape and length was made with the new trend-sport of Street-SUP in mind. This board is also an everyday board a fantastic cruiser or commuter. The Deck has a minimal flex and 8 separate layers: 6 core layers of Canadian maple, the top and bottom layer are made from bamboo. The JUCKER HAWAII 78A wheels in combination with the Abec7 bearings and 80A Bushings, makes the board a very smooth cruiser even on rough surfaces.

These rubber bands (2.0 m x 3.60 m) include heavy-duty hooks to secure bands onto the D- Rings. Comfortable non-slip handles are available in a set as an accessory. Compliments the Kailua Fitness board for isometric exercises. Board supplied standard with 1 m x 3.6 m rubber band. Art. No. 199.100.002

Construction • 8 Layers (6 layers cold pressed Canadian maple 2 layers bamboo) • Flex Hard • Size 9‘96’’ x 43.7’’ / 25.3 cm x 111 cm • Truck Mount Top Mount • Newschool Art. No. 20.1000.00

Inflatable Board Fins

Wheels • Make Jucker Hawaii (Kaku) • Colour Black (with outer logo graphics) • Diameter 69 mm • Width 55 mm • Contact Patch 52 mm • Duromoter 78 A • Bearings ABEC 7 Chrome

Single Fin Slide in fit (M1) This thin profile fin has less water resistance and will bend sideways when hitting rock. Screw less easy to install with a click system. 24 cm | 9.4” Art. No. 119.900.005 Single Fin This injection moulded fin with ideal flex can be used in all conditions. 20 cm | 7.8” Art. No. 119.900.004 Soft Fin Highly flexible fin designed to increase safety while maintaining performance. 19 cm | 7.5” Art. No. 119.900.011

Longboards

Trucks • Make Jucker Hawaii • Colour Surface Black • Matte • Inner Width 7’’ / 180 mm • Outer Width 9‘8’’ / 250 mm • Base Plate 50° • Bushings Black 80 A • Inner-hole Wheelbase 33‘6’’ / 85.5 cm • Grip Clear Grip

Screamer Longboard

The Mistral Screamer Longboard, is a perfect all-rounder, fun for all types of riding and abilities, from carving, cruising or free riding, this board was built for the everyday rider. The shape and set up of the Screamer, is suitable for all ages and levels of longboarding. The deck is made of 7 layers, of which 5 layers are Canadian maple and the top and bottom layers are bamboo. The bamboo layers give the board a lively flex and visually enhance the board design. The combination of the JUCKER HAWAII 78A Wheels and the wide trucks, provide a smooth longboarding experience even on rougher surfaces. The combination of the boards components, white wheels, black trucks and the bamboo deck with the Mistral graphics, make this board a clean, classic longboard. Construction • 7 Layers (5 layers cold pressed Canadian maple, 2 layers bamboo) • Flex Medium • Size 9’’ x 42’’ / 22.9 cm x 106.7 cm • Inner-hole wheel base 27‘7’’ / 70.5 cm • Truck Mount Top Mount • Newschool • Grip Clear grip • Kicktail Art. No. 20.2000.02 Wheels • Make Jucker Hawaii (Mano) • Colour White (with outer logo • Diameter 69 mm • Width 55 mm • Contact Patch 52 mm • Durometer 78 A • Bearings ABEC 7 Chrome Trucks • Make Jucker Hawaii • Colour Surface Black Matte • Inner Width 7’’ / 180 mm • Outer Width 9‘8’’ / 250 mm • Baseplate 50° • Bushings Black 80 A

Land Paddle

Adjustable Mistral stick to use with your favourite longboard. Made of light weight glass/ carbon composite (70%) material and rubber stop on bottom. Available as 2 piece adjustable or as 3 piece adjustable stick (to go in your backpack). 2 piece adjustable carbon composite stick Art. No. 20.9000.002 3 piece adjustable carbon composite stick Art. No. 20.9000.003 89

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Accessories MISTRAL

ISSUED 5-09-14

spandex

Exclusive Mistral Technical Gear 35mm

SMALL

45mm

80% NYLON 20% SPANDEX

DESIGNED IN AUSTRALIA MADE IN CHINA

FOLD LINE

Mistral have teamed up with world renowned makers of technical sailing apparel, Zhik of Australia to create the finest SUP essentials as an exclusive line

DO NOT FOLD FOR LONG PERIOD WARM GENTLE HAND WASH WASH IN CLEAN FRESH WATER AFTER USE DRIP DRY IN SHADE DO NOT BLEACH DO NOT TUMBLE DRY DO NOT IRON DO NOT DRY CLEAN

Zhik Wash Label -Black Silk Label

Lycra UV Protection

Not all lycra is created equal. This lycra is of the finest quality. Durable Nylon Spandex in a range of tops and bottoms to suit your needs. With UV50+ sun protection and smooth, non-itch comfort and stitching. • Durable 80% Nylon • 20% Spandex • Non itch flatlock stitching • UVA 50+ protection • Strong & comfortable Art. No. Z51.100.000 Mens Short Sleeve Art. No. Z51.101.000 Womens Short Sleeve

Hydrophobic Fleece

ISSUED 5-09-14

cap

Keep warm with this plush spandexfleece top, that has excellent water repellency. Combine with an outer layer for all over weather shield that will keep you comfortable and dry. Thermal fleece inner, water repellent outer material. This is an ideal garment for stand up paddling on cooler days or when there is a possibility of wind chill. Wear on water or off, the feeling is snug and warm, the look is stylish and Mistral all the way. Art. No. Z51.200.000

Technical Paddling Caps

ISSUED 5-09-14

cap

Quick drying polyester micro-fibre fabric. Underside of peak in black colour to reduce glare. Plush inner. Fleece headband for comfort. Tight fit velcro adjustment of 2:1. Super stiff peak. A genuinely good peaked paddling cap. Art. No. Z51.900.000

Shoes Amphibious SUSUP Pshoes with a

Mistral Amphibious le and perforated high grip rubber so e ZKTM sole uses neoprene upper. Th mula and tread a unique rubber for ceptional levels of pattern to achieve ex t also maintaining grip in the wet, whils ility. Made with a excellent levels of durab ren op e upper which highly perforated ne eath and water to allows the foot to br le and comfortable drain quickly. Flexib the durability and you will be amazed by em. The technical wear you get from th shoes means they proficiency of these nt in any marine are in their eleme the styling can take environment, while to the street. We it off the water and on way to design them have gone out of our e as possible with to look as street lik s. subtle Mistral touche Sole ZK er bb ru ip gr • High ed neoprene • Breathable perforat • Antibacterial Inner g dry • Super flexible -wrin • Sneaker styling Art. No. Z51.300.000

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Paddles All adjustable All adjustable paddles from Mistral feature a lock-down lever, which transfers the maximum clamping force directly onto the inserted part so that a very tight fit between insertion and shaft is achieved. Please ask your retailer to check and adjust tension before leaving the store. Some require a Hex Key for adjustment, some a flat faced screw driver.

Paddle Bags

Full Carbon paddles are included with exclusive Mistral padded bag.

Ergonomic Grips

We tested many different shapes and have decided upon 2 basic versions. The beautifully wedge shaped round grip, which adapts to any hand size and the T-grip for smaller hands. There is also an option for an EVA grip with a softer feel.

Shaft Flex

The combination of technologically advanced materials and enhanced userfriendly shapes. We produce the stiffest shafts for racers so as energy delivered at the shaft and grip can be fully transferred to the blade. With recreational paddling this is different. Since adults, teenagers and children want to have fun during their day out on the water, they are less concerned about maximum propulsion. Our fiberglass shafts are therefore better suited for adventures, providing greater flex in order to protect muscles and tendons. Whereas carbon shafts are very stiff, fiberglass shafts provide greater flex, producing a degree of ‘cushioning’ during the power phase, which leads to a ‘softer’ paddle stroke, preferred by many recreational paddlers.

Blade Face

A blade has two important surfaces. The back of the blade is the low-pressure side facing away from the paddler. The front of the blade is the side which pressures the water and against which the paddler pulls. A dihedral, a slightly raised ridge originating at the neck of the blade, gently leveling off toward the mid-section encourages water to exit the edges evenly to eliminate oscillation (flutter) left and right.

Fibreglass / Carbon Composite Paddles 1 piece

Length 218 cm (85.5”) before cutting to length Shaft Round, 7 degree round / dihedral Weight 810 g / 1.78 l Blade 19.8x47 cm (7.8” x 18.5”) Area 640 cm (99.2 in) Art. No. Z51.900.000

2 piece adjustable

Length 170-220 cm (66.9”- 86.6”) Shaft Round shaft, 7 degree round / dihedral Weight 830 g / 1.82 lb Blade 19.8x47 cm (7.8” x 18.5”) Area 640 cm (99.2 in) Art. No. 152.500.200

3 piece adjustable

Length 165-220 cm (65”-86.6”) Shaft Round shaft, 7 degree round / dihedral Weight 850 g / 1.90 lb Blade 19.8x47 cm (7.8”x 18.5”) Area 640 cm (99.2 in) Art. No. 152.500.300

2 piece adjustable ‘junior’

Length 140-190 cm (55.1”- 74.8”) Shaft 26 mm round shaft 7 degree – flat face Weight 630 g / 1.38 lb Blade 16x38,5 cm (6.3”x15.2”) Area 462 cm (71.6 in) Art. No. 152.600.200

Bamboo Laminated Blade - Carbon Shaft 1 piece

Length 218 cm (85.5”) before cutting to length Shaft Oval shaft, mat grip 7 degree - round / flat face Weight 650 g / 1.43 lb Blade 21x43 cm (8.3”x17”) Area 570 cm (88.3 in) Art. No. 152.100.100

2 piece

Length 170-220 cm (66.9”- 86.6”) Shaft Oval shaft, mat grip 7 degree - round / flat face Weight 685 g / 1.49 lb Blade 21x43 cm (8.3”x17”) Area 570 cm (88.3 in) Art. No. 152.100.200 91

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The blade must grip the water so an effective pull can be generated, leading to the analogy of the blade acting

anchor

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stationary as the board is pulled up to its level over the water. Importantly, ‘stationary’ is not a relative term. Regardless of blade area, so long as the blade is stationary during the pull Carbon Regular 1 piece carbon

Length 218 cm (85.5”) before cutting to length Shaft Oval shaft, 7 degree round / dihedral Weight 630 g / 1.38 lb Blade 19.8x47 cm (7.2” x 18.5”) Area 640 cm (99.2 in) Art. No. 152.200.100

2 piece adjustable

Length 170-220 cm (66.9ì- 86.6ì) Shaft Round shaft, 7 degree round / dihedral Weight 650 g / 1.43 lb Blade 19.8x47 cm (7.2” x 18.5”) Area 640 cm (99.2 in) Art. No. 152.200.200

3 piece adjustable

Length 170-220 cm (66.9”- 86.6”) Shaft Round shaft, 7 degree round / dihedral Weight 690 g / 1.52 lb Blade 19.8 x 47 cm (7.2” x 18.5”) Area 640 cm (99.2 in) Art. No. 152.200.300

Gold Edition Paddles This super lightweight Gold Edition is designed for the serious athlete who does not want to be burdened with a heavy paddle during short or long distance rides. Since paddle weight has become increasingly important and in order to meet the demand for lightweight paddles, we have developed full carbon paddles. At just over 400 grams (0.97 lbs), the Gold Edition is one of the lightest paddles on the market. Since we kept the blade very thin, it is reinforced with an ABS edge so that it is protected against impact damage. The ABS edge therefore ensures that both board and blade are protected.

1 piece

Length 212 cm (83.5”) before cutting to length Shaft 29.5 mm round shaft, mat grip 7 degree / dihedral Weight 440 g / 0.97 l Blade 20 x 41 cm (7.9”x 16.1”) Area 550 cm (85.3 in) Art. No. 119.913.100-S

1 piece carbon

Length 212 cm (83.5”) before cutting to length Shaft 29.5 mm round shaft, mat grip 7 degree / dihedral Weight 450 g / 0.99 lb Blade 22 x 41 cm (9.1” x 16.1”) Area 600 cm (93 in) Art. No. 119.913.100-W 92

(power) phase, blade area only need be of sufficient size to achieve this important ‘moment’.

Additionally, regardless of blade area, if insufficient compression (power) is given to the blade, it will slip backwards on account of uncompressed ‘soft’ water spilling from its edges. Blade area therefore, needs to be proportionate to the paddler’s strength, body mass, paddling style (fast or slow stroke rating) and of enough area to offset these loads by way of resistance. Blade areas have greatly reduced in canoe sports from the mid 90s, moving away from the ‘bigger must be better’ theory as experienced with the evolution of outrigger canoe paddles. Surface areas beyond an optimum size, simply add extra weight and ineffectual surface area which translates into unnecessary resistance and drag, particularly during the exit phase of the stroke.

Blade Area

Blade area measurements, only provide part of the puzzle as makers often use differing formulas and points of measurement. Blade width is often used as the predominant point of reference for blade size. Outrigger canoe paddles, with shorter lever arms (shaft) fall between 10” to 8” while SU-paddles now vary from around 8.5” down to 6.5”. The longer lever arm, makes it desirable to lessen blade size and there is a clear shift now towards ever decreasing blade width and area. Oversized blade areas, can lead to a variety of body stresses and injuries, ranging from haemorrhoids and tearing of minor core-muscle groups in particular. Smaller blade areas have led to more aggressive paddling techniques and styles, with higher stroke rates and greater emphasis on power at the front of the stroke. Compression of the water against the blade face is critical to maximising the benefits inherent in smaller blades. Some paddlers as they age, may move back to wider, larger blade areas to accommodate a slower stroke rate.

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LENGTH SHAFT WEIGHT BLADE AREA NUMBER

uni blade 7.8“

uni blade 8.3“

Ultimate light-weight-paddle

Anti-slip zone

uni blade 8.3“

3 piece feels like 1 piece

uni blade 6.3“

The Exclusive-one

uni blade 7.8“

The Exclusive-one

HOT JUNIOR PADDLE

uni blade 7.8“

GFK-Carbon-look - great performance/price value

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uni blade 7.2“

1 piece glass fiber carbon composite

2 piece adjustable glass fiber carbon composite

3 piece adjustable glass fiber carbon composite

2 piece adjustable junior glass fiber carbon composite

1 piece Bamboo Full Carbon

2 piece adjustable Bamboo Full Carbon

1 piece Full Carbon

218 cm (85.5“) round shaft 7 degree round / dihedral 810 g / 1.78 lb 19.8x47 cm (7.8“ x 18.5“) 640 cm² (99.2 in²) 152.500.100

170-220 cm (66.9“- 86.6“) round shaft 7 degree round / dihedral 830 g / 1.82 lb 19.8x47 cm (7.8“ x 18.5“) 640 cm² (99.2 in²) 152.500.200

165-220 cm (65“-86.6“) round shaft 7 degree round / dihedral 850 g / 1.90 lb 19.8x47 cm (7.8“ x 18.5“) 640 cm² (99.2 in²) 152.500.300

140-190 cm (55.1“- 74.8“) 26 mm round shaft 7 degree - flat 810 g / 1.78 lb 16x38.5 cm (6.3“x15.2“) 462 cm² (71.6 in²) 152.600.200

218 cm (85.5“) oval shaft mat grip 7 degree - round /flat 650 g / 1.43 lb 21x43 cm (8.3“x17“) 570 cm² (88.3 in²) 152.100.100

170-220 cm (66.9“- 86.6“) oval shaft mat grip 7 degree - round /flat 685g / 1.49 lb 21x43 cm (8.3“x17“) 570 cm² (88.3 in²) 152.100.200

218 cm (85.5“) oval shaft 7 degree round / dihedral 630 g / 1.38 lb 19.8x47 cm (7.2“ x 18.5“) 640 cm² (99.2 in²) 152.200.100

uni blade 7.2“

2 piece adjustable Full Carbon

170-220 cm (66.9“- 86.6“) round shaft 7 degree round / dihedral 650 g / 1.43 lb 19.8x47 cm (7.2“ x 18.5“) 640 cm² (99.2 in²) 152.200.200

small blade 7.9“

wide blade 9.1“

1 piece Gold Edition

170-220 cm (66.9“- 86.6“) round shaft 7 degree round / dihedral 690 g / 1.52 lb 19.8x47 cm (7.2“ x 18.5“) 640 cm² (99.2 in²) 152.200.300

212 cm (83.5“) 29.5 mm round shaft mat grip 7 degree - flat 440 g / 0.97 lb 20x41 cm (7.9“x16.1“) 550 cm² (85.3 in²) 119.913.100-S

212 cm (83.5“) 29.5 mm round shaft mat grip 7 degree - flat 450 g / 0.99 lb 22x41 cm (9.1“ x 16.1“) 600 cm² (93 in²) 119.913.100-W

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