Depending on your riding style, experience, and conditions, there are several different types of Kites, each with its own strengths:

• Allround Kites / Beginner Kites: versatile, stable, and perfect for beginners.

• Freeride Kites: ideal for cruising and first jumps.

• Freestyle Kites (C-Kites): powerful and responsive, made for advanced riders.

• Wave Kites: developed specifically for surfing waves.

• Foil Kites: lightweight and efficient, perfect for light wind sessions.

DUOTONE offers specialized models for each category – from the Evo SLS (Allround) to the Rebel (Big Air) and Dice (Freestyle).

Even the best Kites need maintenance from time to time. If the bladder of your Kite gets damaged or a small tear appears in the canopy, you can easily replace the affected parts.

High-quality Kite spare parts – such as bladders, valves, lines, and repair patches – are available in our online shop. There you’ll find original replacement parts designed to perfectly match your Duotone Kite, ensuring maximum safety, performance, and longevity on the water.

Also at most professional Kite shops you can find original Duotone Spare Parts.

Beginners should start with Kites that are stable, forgiving, and easy to relaunch. Ideal beginner models include:

• Duotone Evo: an allround Kite with smooth power delivery and safe handling

• Duotone Neo: perfect for wave riding and beginners who value control

These models make learning to kitesurf safe, efficient, and fun. Whether on flat water or in the ocean.
Learn more about our Beginner Kites here.

The right Kite size depends on your weight, wind conditions, and riding style.
For beginners, one allround Kite is often enough:

• up to 70 kg: 8–10 m²

• 70–85 kg: 10–12 m²

• over 85 kg: 12–14 m²

Advanced riders often use 2–3 Kites to cover different wind ranges, for example 7 m² (strong wind), 10 m² (allround), and 13 m² (light wind).

Your Kite size is primarily determined by body weight, wind speed, and board type:

Use the DUOTONE Kite Size Calculator on each product page to find your perfect match and determine the ideal balance between Kite weight and power.

The “best” Kite depends on your riding style and goals:

• Allround & Freeride: Duotone Evo SLS is versatile, stable, and safe

• Big Air: Duotone Rebel for ultimate hangtime and lift

• Freestyle: Duotone Dice is precise, agile, and powerful

• Wave: Duotone Neo is a lightweight, reactive, and drift-friendly

• Foil & Light Wind: Duotone Mono or Juice for efficiency and lightweight

Every DUOTONE Kite is built from premium materials with a focus on durability, safety, and performance. As a global leader in kitesurfing innovation, DUOTONE continually refines and improves its Kites to meet the highest standards in the sport.

DUOTONE integrates advanced materials and construction technologies that significantly enhance the performance, durability, and handling of its Kites:

SLS – Strong Light Superior

SLS models use cutting-edge materials and manufacturing techniques to deliver maximum performance with reduced weight. Designed for ambitious riders pushing their limits, these Kites offer unmatched control and responsiveness.

D/LAB

D/LAB stands for Duotone Laboratory – a line of ultra-premium Kites built with next-generation materials such as Aluula. This technology reduces weight, increases precision, and sets new standards in kite performance and engineering.

Aluula

A revolutionary high-end fabric used in D/LAB Kites, offering exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and improved durability while dramatically reducing overall Kite weight.

Bridle & Tip Geometry / Hybrid Flex Struts

Optimized bridle layouts and innovative strut designs like Hybrid Flex Strut improve agility, control, and turning speed – giving riders a more intuitive connection with their Kite.

Optimized Leading Edge & Profile

Refined leading edge designs reduce drag and enhance low-end efficiency while maintaining top-end control and upwind performance.

The shape of a Kite - also known as the Kite’s profile or design - has a major impact on how it flies, how much power it generates, and how easily it can be controlled. In kitesurfing, there are three main Kite shapes, each tailored to different riding styles and conditions:

C-Shape Kites

The classic C-Kite features a curved, C-shaped outline. This design delivers direct steering, explosive pop, and precise power control, ideal for freestyle riders who love unhooked tricks and aggressive performance.
Example: Duotone Vegas

Delta-Shape Kites

Delta Kites have a slightly flatter, D-shaped profile with swept-back wingtips. They offer a large wind range, easy relaunch, and excellent stability, making them perfect for beginners and freeride riders.
Example: Duotone Evo

Flat-Shape Kites

Flat Kites have a more stretched and flatter design. This results in long hangtime, outstanding upwind performance, and smooth power delivery. They are often used for Big Air and Freeride Kites.
Example: Duotone Rebel