Racer's Edge® Laser Wind Sensor (LWS) is a compact hand-held wind measurement device designed for the sport of sailing which provides instant, accurate wind measurements, valuable in both competitive racing and recreational sailing. Cutting edge innovations in pulsed laser technology allow Racer's Edge® LWS to measure wind speed and direction up to 1000 meters away, a capability previously unheard of in a hand-held device.

Of course this is cool; thus, featured in "Other Cool Stuff". It was a very big deal during the 33rd America's Cup held in Valencia, Spain in 2010. Since that time, all parties have moved on; and, our direct link with the manufacture has GONE WITH THE WIND. To this day the idea of Seeing The Wind is a cool one indeed.

This product was used by BMW Oracle Racing team to capture the 33rd America's Cup!!
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Revolutionary Technology

Racer's Edge® LWS is a compact hand-held wind measurement device designed for the sport of sailing which provides instant, accurate wind measurements, valuable in both competitive racing and recreational sailing. Cutting edge innovations in pulsed laser technology allow Racer's Edge® LWS to measure wind speed and direction up to 1000 meters away, a capability previously unheard of in a hand-held device.

Compact and Easy to Use

The Racer's Edge® unit, similar in appearance to a large pair of binoculars, weighs only 18 pounds and includes both a neck strap and tripod mounting holes making it easy to use in various applications. Designed for portability and flexibility, Racer's Edge® LWS is a vital tool for all yachting enthusiasts looking to find the best wind first.

With a Racer's Edge® laser wind sensor in hand, yacht racers and recreational sailors alike can now precisely measure the wind hundreds of meters in front of their vessel, allowing them to sail in the direction of the best wind. In addition, this fiber-optic device is ruggedly designed to handle the challenges of a maritime environment, even operating in degraded visual conditions. The device has no moving parts, is water-resistant and functions in a wide range of temperatures. It also utilizes wireless data transmission to remotely link to an on-board computer and download wind data instantly.