WASZP

– WASZP standard wing frame

– 8.2m or 6.9m Rig

– Recommended weight 50-100kg’s

– Recommended age 16+

How do we achieve this?

Creating an all in one product that takes a 30kg junior sailor through to a 90kg adult sailor with one platform. In most sailing there are three transitions a sailor must go through to reach senior sailing from youth sailing. You learn to sail in a small junior boat, then transition to the youth classes and onto senior sailing. Each time you transition, you move to a different class and incur a significant cost, each step can incur a cost as much as $AU10-15,000 to make the jump. 

With our all in one WASZP foiling platform we are reducing the customer lifetime spend in the sport, bringing it back to something that is affordable over the entire journey. The WASZP 8.2, which is the senior end of the class is now well established with over 1,500 boats racing around the world. We are now introducing the WASZP_X to the mix, enabling younger sailors to experience the thrill of foiling on a stable and forgiving platform and to progress through the three transitions Junior/Youth/Senior at a cost of approximately $AU2,500 for each step. 

Both the WASZP_X and WASZP are strict one-design classes, this gives great protection of investment to our customers and provides the stimulus for a strong second hand market. Click here to see the class rules.

What is the WASZP_X?

How is the WASZP_X different to the WASZP?

There are two main differences between the WASZP_X and the WASZP – the wing frame and the rig. For the WASZP_X, the specially designed wing-frame and external bladders to provide additional stability to the platform, making learning a breeze for young sailors. The wing-frame design avoids water getting trapped in the tramps, meaning easy capsize recovery, a more stable platform and easier take-off. The boat can be easily sailed in lowriding mode, allowing a simple transition to a foiling boat.

WASZP standard wing bars

(8.2m)

The second change is the rig, with two different rigs a 5.8m2 and an 6.9m2 rig giving a range of weight from 30-65kgs. The rigs are much lighter than the WASZP 8.2m2 rig and mean that the boat is not top heavy, making it forgiving in lowriding mode and extremely easy to right after a capsize for a 30kg sailor. These changes are designed around ease of use and increased safety measures for our young sailors.

The WASZP!

The WASZP is an established class in over 40 countries with over 1,500 sailors joining the swarm. It is a perfect platform for male and female sailors to compete on a level playing field and the performance of the boat is exceptional and comparable to boats that cost 40% more.

The construction is robust, and maintenance is made easy, we have an extensive spare parts catalogue and technical support that reaches every corner of the globe. If you are in a country or region unsupported by an agent, the WASZP HQ team can assist you and deliver anywhere in the world.

World class foiling has never been more accessible. The WASZP is the perfect platform to enjoy one-design racing as well as a fun, friendly lifestyle, where anything is possible.

Ultimately, we’re here to have a good time. The boat is awesome, so the sailing side of things is naturally epic. On the shore, the social scene is just as good, with sailors of all ages, genders and abilities sharing their experiences and living the WASZP lifestyle together. No matter who you are, where you are or how skilled a sailor you are, there is a place for you in the WASZP class.