The profile is comparatively soft and pulls in a deep belly right from the first tight haul. In combination with a slightly longer boom, it loads up excellently and is one of the strongest sails in the test group when planing. The Freek is also particularly good at maintaining speed when switching to switch or in wind holes. When powered up, it is stable and easy to control in the hands. The control and pressure point stability are convincing, but due to the power characteristics you still tend to simply rig one size smaller.
In direct comparison, the Severne model is not one of the most agile and subjectively lightest sails in a straight line. The Freek can hide its little belly surprisingly well when ducking, because despite its powerful characteristics it is easy to push into the wind and position for power moves. With Kono & Co it offers the best lift and ensures that you get plenty of air between you and the surface of the water.
Surf summary of the Severne Freek 4.8
The Severne Freek combines a lot of power and lift with a large wind range and good neutrality. It therefore covers the freestyle spectrum perfectly and even scores points in normal gliding manoeuvres.
Wind range & control; Pop
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Technical data Severne Freek 4.8
- Price: 914 Euro
- Sail weight: 2.90 kg
- Fork recess:96-158 cm
- Mast used: Severne Redline 400 RDM, price: 844 Euro, mast weight: 1.38 kg
- More info at severnesails.com
