Duotone Wing and Foiling Helpcenter

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In the DUOTONE Foil Guide you can find out everything you need to know about foiling! Start your new adventure now & become part of the DUOTONE community!

Want to know more about Wing Foiling?

Wing & Foiling Basics

What is Wing Foiling?

How does a hydrofoil work?

What are the differences between the various foil disciplines - Wing / Prone / Kite / Windsurf / Downwind / Wake / Pump / SUP?

How and where can I learn Wing Foiling?

What is the difference between the Wing Foiling disciplines - Wave / Freestyle / Freefly / Freeride / Race?

How long does it take to learn Wing Foiling?

From what age on can kids learn Wing Foiling?

What are the physical requirements for Wing Foiling?

What are good spots for Wing Foiling?

What safety measueres should be taken?

Where and how can I find the nearest Duotone Shop?

What types of wings are there?

What are the parameters for wing design?

Boom or handles?

What wing to choose out of the Duotone Wing range?

What is the best wing size for me?

What are the differences between the original Duotone technology vs. D/LAB vs. Concept Blue

Wings

What is the right board size to start with?

What shape characteristics are there and what do they do?

What type of board suits my riding style?

What are the differences between Composite vs. Inflatable Boards?

What are the differences between the original Duotone composite board technology vs. SLS?

Foilboards

Which foil should I start with?

Foil design parameters

Low, Mid or High Aspect - which type of foil is right for me?

Mast and fuselage length - what suits me?

Foil configurator - how does the configurator work?

Shims - what do shims do and how do I use them?

What foil to choose out of the Duotone Foil range?

What are the differences between Foils in the Duotone SLS vs. D/LAB technology?

What are the differences between Alu vs. Carbon masts?

What is the compatibility between the different carbon and aluminum masts & fuselages?

What are the differences between the QM vs. Screw On system?

Foils

Where will I find the Duotone Wing Academy App?

Who was the DUOTONE Wing Academy App designed for?

Do I need to pay for the app?

How do I work out my skill level?

I have no internet connection, can I still watch my training videos?

Wing Academy App

What Exactly Does Concept Blue include?

Why isn`t the complete range Concept Blue?

What are the undyed fabric parts of the Concept Blue Wing?

What does "undyed" mean in relation to the fabric parts of the wing?

What is the significance of using undyed fabric in the wing?

What is the bio-based bladder of the concept blue wing made from?

How much of a carbon footprint reduction does the bio-based bladder offer?

Why are wings not made of recycled material?

What is the difficulty in recycling wings?

What is the idea with Concept Blue for the next seasons?

Concept Blue

How can I increase the longevity of my wing?

Does Aluula material require special treatment?

How can I increase the longevity of my boom or handles?

How can I increase the longevity of my pump?

Wing Care & Maintenance

How can I increase the longevity of my board?

How can I increase the longevity of my foot straps?

Board Care & Maintenance

How can I increase the longevity of my foil?

How can I increase the longevity of my foilbox?

Foil sanding - what's the benefit and how do I sand?

Foil Care & Maintenance

Care & Maintenance

My wing has a small crack in the canopy, what to do?

I have a leaky valve, how does a valve exchange work?

Bladder Repair - How to locate a hole and repair the bladder?

Bladder Repair -  How to remove the bladders?

Bladder Repair - How do I reinsert my bladder correctly?

Wing Repair

My board is slightly damaged, what can I do?

My inflatable board has a small hole, how can I repair it?

How do I replace the foot straps?

Board Repair

Do-It-Yourself Repair

Why did you stop CO2 compensation?

How sustainable is it if team riders fly around the world for competitions or a few promotional photos?

Is it credible to promote sustainability in wind and water sports?

Is it sustainable to bring new products to the market every season?

Sustainability

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