Duotone NOW Magazine No.03 2022

We’ve lived through some unprecedented times over the pandemic, from lockdowns to restricted travel, to making plans only to have to scrap them as new situations arise, but this time has given us the opportunity to take stock of what we truly value and what we hold important to us. It was a time to rediscover our local spots and rekindle the passion from our very first sessions in the sport. From the local beaches that were open, to the windy lakes, to sessions in December with near-freezing water and air temperatures. The restrictions made us feel how precious freedom is and we rediscovered this freedom in a completely different way. At home and the locations nearby. Whether that be the coastline of the Baltic Sea, the beaches of Spain, the Italian lakes or the Australian wave spots. Everywhere, kiters returned to their only option, their home spots. We met like-minded people, who, like us, came to take a breath, to refuel and like us, we’re thrilled in humility. Despite gusty winds, drizzle, slush and snow, small waves and short wind windows there was an insatiable stoke everywhere, being on the water together in these moments. That energy fired us up and still inspires us now. The unbridled passion at local spots has remained and connected the community stronger than ever before. Kiting has become a year-round sport again. With many working from home offices, we have gained new freedom of being able to go to our local spot as the wind picks up. Kiting is the place of power for all of us and enables us to enjoy life in a very special way. Kiting is not just a sport. Kiting is an elixir of life and an attitude towards life. This lifestyle has gained importance in our societies. This positive aura is also attracting new interest from brands outside the kite industry. We have entered into a brand cooperation with the legendary sports car manufacturer Porsche. Something that all our customers will benefit from, with new development opportunities that are opening up. This cooperation also enabled us to expand our Academy App for the personal development of every kiter with a lot of new content. Over these past seasons, we’ve made some groundbreaking new advances in technology, one such example is our ultra-lightweight kites, opening up the wind range for foiling in conditions well below ten knots, allowing for more time on the water in completely new spots. Our goal is not only to develop the best equipment but above all, it is important to us at Duotone to put people first. To motivate every single kiter to have the best time possible on the water, to inspire them to develop themselves further and to charge themselves with as much positive energy as possible while kiting. Now travelling is opening up again. With great gratitude and new mindfulness, we ride and fly again to countries and spots that we have not been able to visit for some time. What remains is the renewed fondness of our home spots, that we are part of the local community and that we have access to one of the most beautiful things in the world at any time. Above all, it’s given us the awareness that now is the time to seize these moments. When we realize that, we gain so much. Till Eberle CEO Boards & More NO W IS THE TIME 15 E N A B L I N G D R E A M S E D I T O R I A L