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Duotone Ventis 2025 | What's New?
If you're familiar with Duotone's Ventis, you know its specialty is freeriding in light wind. The 2025 release features significant advancements for riders who want effortless performance. What's changed to deliver this?Three Strut DesignThe three-strut design and re-engineered wingtips facilitate easy takeoffs without the need for advanced pumping techniques. This means you have more fun riding without having to split your focus on getting up and on foil.Deeper ProfileA deeper canopy pr
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23rd Apr 2024
Duotone Ventis D/LAB 2025 Overview
If you ride in an area with multiple light wind days and need a wing that'll let you get out and have a great session on those marginal days, the 2025 Duotone Ventis D/LAB is worth a look. Why is it up to the challenges presented by light wind conditions?Efficient DesignThe Ventis D/LAB has been engineered with an advanced three-strut design and has been crafted from premium Aluula material in the leading edge and struts. This innovative combination not only ensures an ultra-lightweigh
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23rd Apr 2024
2024 Duotone Slick Wing Review | What's New in This Year's Model?
The Duotone Slick has been a favorite of many for several years. Pros love it for its speed, but it's also smooth and easy enough to use for a beginner. It works well in a wide range of riding styles. It's fun and playful, encouraging you to progress your skills. So what's new for 2024, and is it still the same wing we already love? Tucker has ridden it and is ready to share his findings.Honestly, not much has changed for 2024, yet it's a more refined version of itself that feels like a
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15th Apr 2024
Exploring a Wing Foiling Paradise | "Magical Tahiti"
Introduction
Tahiti, an island paradise, beckons travelers with its breathtaking scenery and vibrant culture. This tropical oasis, renowned for its stunning landscapes and thrilling water sports, offers an unforgettable experience for anyone seeking adventure and natural beauty.
The Majestic Beauty of TahitiThe Lush Landscapes and Crystal-Clear Waters
Tahiti is a visual feast, boasting towering mountains draped in lush greenery and surrounded by the clearest waters imaginable. Whe
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1st Dec 2023
2024 Duotone Unit D/Lab Wing | Worth the Upgrade to Aluula?
The Duotone Unit is now available in the Aluula construction, known as D/LAB. How is it different from the standard Dacron construction, and is it worth it?Benefits of Aluula
If you compare a 5m standard Unit with a 6.5m D/LAB Unit, one of the first things you'll notice is that the leading edges are very similar in diameter. This isn't because they stay the same across the range; the D/LAB material is so strong and stiff that it becomes possible to reduce the diameter of the leadi
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22nd Nov 2023
2024 Duotone Ventis Vs 2024 North Loft Pro | Which Light Wind Wing is Better?
Getting Up and Riding | Ease of Use
The primary purpose of a light wind wing is to get you up and riding with ease. Jeff and Ryan both agree that when it comes to “get up and go,” the North Loft Pro takes the win. It's easier to handle and builds speed effortlessly. The Loft Pro offers excellent stability and doesn't require aggressive pumping to get moving, even in sub 10 knots conditions.
The Duotone Ventis, on the other hand, isn't far behind. It may require a bit more technical h
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1st Nov 2023
2024 Duotone Unit | Tucker's Top Two Features
Longer Front Handle Design
The 2024 Duotone Unit Wing has a new, unique design feature. It still has the rigid handles, but now the front handle is a lot longer than the back handle. Although you don't necessarily need all the real estate in the middle, it allows you to fly one-handed, almost like it's a boom. In fact, there is only a very small gap between the front and back handles.
Duotone has positioned the front handle in just the right spot to really choke up on it and get a bi
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18th Oct 2023
2024 Duotone Unit Wing Review | What's New and Noteworthy?
Performance
The 2024 Duotone Unit Wing retains the essence of its predecessors but with enhanced top-end speed and efficiency. It's versatile, suitable for jumps, waves, and especially for new riders. Its lift and grunt make it forgiving for those still refining their technique. For the best wind range, you should consider building your Unit Wing quiver to allow for 1m to 1.5m between sizes.
Features and DesignLeading Edge
Starting at the leading edge, the surf handle remains mini
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27th Sep 2023
What Makes the 2024 Duotone Neo SLS Stand Out? A Detailed Look
Revolutionary Design Upgrades for 2024
This year, the Neo SLS is not just another kite—it has undergone significant transformations:
Wider and Squared-Off Wingtip: This allows the kite to flex and open up instantly when backline steering pressure is applied. The result? Lightning-speed and reactive steering initiation.
Straighter Hybrid Flex Tip Struts: Coupled with a reduced angle of attack, they strike the perfect balance between sheeting force and steering
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25th Sep 2023
Pick 5 Challenge | Mr. Jeff's Wing Foiling Gear List
Today Mr. Jeff is in the "Pick 5" hotseat with Tucker. Jeff is constantly on the water with a wing and a foil, and his Subaru is a virtual demo room with about 30 pieces of gear to choose from, so it's going to be interesting to see how he whittles his choices down to just 5.
Jeff: Before I choose my 5, I want to set the tone for this. There are people from all over in different riding locations and different conditions. My 5 are for the Great Lakes based on our wind and the water c
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15th Sep 2023
2024 Duotone Sky Series Wingboards Overview
Tucker and Jeff chat about the new Sky Series Wingboards. You may be familiar with these as the Fanatic Sky boards, but they've been rebranded to Duotone for 2024. Find out what else is new besides the name change.
Tucker: There are quite a few models in the Sky Series, but there are some changes that are universal, including the change of their brand name. While it's always been under the same parent umbrella, now they're bringing it all under Duotone to simplify things, and, of
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6th Sep 2023
Pick 5 Challenge | Ryan Shares His Wing Foiling Essentials
Tucker and Ryan introduce a new series that finds them making some hard decisions on what gear they would ride for the ultimate quiver. The catch? They can only choose five items.
Tucker: We understand that everybody's making tough decisions. Not everyone has fifty thousand dollars to spend on a quiver of gear. We all wish we could do that, but realistically, we may not have the space to store it, the money, or our priorities are elsewhere with some of that cash.
So we're going to
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4th Aug 2023
F-ONE x Duotone = Light Wind Wing Magic
We love any wing from F-ONE or Duotone, so to see a new light wind wing from Duotone that's based on F-ONE's Compact Wing Concept (CWC) 3-strut design has us beyond stoked.On June 28, 2023, F-ONE and Duotone announced an agreement granting Duotone the rights to use the CWC patent. Even the CEOs of F-ONE and Duotone seem to be hyped on the deal:Raphael Salles, F-ONE: "After nearly 30 years of continuous innovation in the watersports industry, F-ONE has developed multiple high-value patents. We ar
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17th Jul 2023
2024 Duotone Ventis - Now Accepting Pre-Orders
Preorder Your Ventis Today.
Coming at the end of July, we're super excited to get our hands on the new Ventis. As Duotone hasn't had a miss yet, I think it's safe to assume it's going to be awesome. We've included some marketing hype below, and links to both the regular and D/Lab construction so you can ensure your place in line.
Introducing the Ventis, our latest range extension for light wind wing foiling! With maximum lift and power packed into a sleek, reduced wing tip d
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12th Jul 2023
Duotone Wing Academy | Mastering the Heel to Toe Jibe
Music is often likened to dance - the rhythm, the flow, the harmonious connection between elements. In the world of wing surfing, one such dance is the heel-to-toe Jibe. This basic maneuver is the first step in mastering control over your board and wing, ultimately leading to limitless flight time.Preparing for the Heel to Toe Jibe
Music provides an enriching backdrop as we explore the nuances of executing a perfect Jibe. Before venturing into your first Jibe, ensure your body weight is p
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11th Jul 2023