Duotone Wins Big at AWSI 2024

Each year, the Association of Wind & Water Sports Industries (AWSI) event brings together the best of the best in the wind and water sports world. Held in the scenic water sports hub of Hood River, Oregon, the event serves as a pivotal gathering for industry leaders, brands, retailers, and athletes. It’s a place where cutting-edge gear, new technologies, and the future of the sport are unveiled.

One of the highlights of the AWSI event is the AWSI Awards, where brands and products are recognized for excellence based on feedback from retailers and dealers across the industry. These awards celebrate innovation, performance, and the ability to meet the high demands of the water sports community. 

Duotone secured both prestigious titles, Best Kite Brand and Best Wingfoiling Brand 2024. These wins highlight Duotone’s unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and pushing the boundaries of performance, both on the kiteboarding scene and in the growing wingfoiling market.

Doug Hopkins (President Boards & More Group USA)

“Winning Brand of the Year means a lot to me and my team. The winner is chosen by the dealers, and these are the people we work with every day in sales, local marketing, and customer service. It’s like an annual report card, showing us whether we’re doing our job well. We rely heavily on our colleagues at the international office for product development, design, brand management, and marketing, and you have to excel in these areas to win. They deserve a lot of credit for the great work they’re doing."

"As fun as it may seem from the outside, I have to say that the kite and wing industry is not easy. The performance demands from the market are high, and new developments come along frequently, so staying ahead of everything is a real challenge. At Duotone, we’re fortunate to have a team of talented people who can focus on their specific areas and support each other within a professional structure. You need good designs, the latest technology, quality manufacturing, timely delivery, clear and impactful marketing, and responsive sales and customer service teams. Dealers and consumers expect us to perform in all these areas, and winning these awards shows that we’re meeting those expectations."