Elvstrom Race Sails

ZONDA – Pure Racing Performance

ZONDA is the dedicated high-performance racing division of Elvstrøm Sails — created for sailors who demand absolute precision, maximum speed, and uncompromising engineering. Rooted in the legacy of Olympic legend Paul Elvstrøm, ZONDA represents the pinnacle of our racing development.

From one-design fleets to elite Grand Prix campaigns, ZONDA sails are built to perform at the very front of the fleet.

A True Racing Pedigree

Performance has defined Elvstrøm Sails since day one. That competitive DNA lives on in ZONDA, where every sail is:

  • Designed using advanced aerodynamic modelling
  • Engineered around precise structural load analysis
  • Developed in collaboration with top sailors and performance programs
  • Tested and refined through real-world race campaigns

Whether you are fighting for tenths of a knot in a one-design start sequence or optimising offshore VMG angles, ZONDA is engineered to deliver measurable gains.

Advanced Sail Technology for Elite Competition

Xylo® – Next Generation Woven Racing Performance

Our latest Xylo® material pushes woven sail technology to new levels. Developed specifically for high-performance race boats, Xylo® offers:

  • Exceptional shape stability under sustained load
  • Minimal stretch for consistent aerodynamic profiles
  • Outstanding durability for intensive race programs
  • Optimised fibre construction for modern hull and rig designs

Xylo® is particularly effective in competitive one-design classes and performance keelboats where rule compliance, repeatability, and longevity are essential.

EPEX® – Custom Membrane Technology

For Grand Prix and fully optimised race programs, EPEX® membrane sails deliver ultimate structural efficiency.

Each EPEX® sail is built using continuous load-path fibres precisely aligned to the specific rig geometry and load map of your yacht. This ensures:

  • Maximum strength-to-weight ratio
  • Superior aerodynamic accuracy
  • Reduced distortion in heavy air
  • Custom fibre layouts tailored to your campaign

From inshore windward-leeward circuits to demanding offshore classics, EPEX® provides the refined edge required at the highest level of competition.

One Design to Grand Prix

ZONDA supports:

  • One Design fleets – class-compliant sails engineered for repeatable peak performance and tactical consistency.
  • Grand Prix race boats – fully customised inventories designed for IRC, ORC, and top-tier international racing circuits.

Our designers work directly with owners, tacticians, and rig specialists to optimise sail shape, balance, and structural performance across your entire race inventory.

Engineered to Win

ZONDA represents the ultimate expression of Elvstrøm racing expertise — combining heritage, innovation, and advanced materials like Xylo® and EPEX® into sails built for serious competitors.

When results matter, ZONDA delivers precision without compromise.