I am looking at getting an RS6 9.8 second hand, the correct mast is and x9 ultra 530 which has an eye watering price tag too much for a second hand sail. I am looking at getting X6 520 which is 100% carbon, which in this case I am not so sure is ideal, as I am concerned about the durability.

This is my first go at formula, and I had heard that NP had a lot of problems (like other manufactures I guess) with masts snapping. Just want to make sure I not going to cost myself a lot of money by getting an older sail, and this mast.

I currently have this setup as well. RS6 + X6 for the 9.8. Works great.

Katapult and Brett,

Would the 9.8 be a good one sail solution for typical botany bay formula sailing? (I weight 72kg, fit but not very cordinated, and with 18mths sailing experience). Or should I go bigger if I want just one sail?