Duotone Idol LTD 2025 Black/White

Duotone Idol LTD combines maximum wind range with instant acceleration, total neutrality while ducking without nervousness, maximum pop, ultralight weight, yet without compromising durability. This professional freestyle sail will perform excellently while foiling as well.
 
It took Duotone almost 2 years to develop the next generation of the IDOL LTD. But in the end, it turns out to be the biggest update since its introduction in 2014! But let's take it in order:

Ultralight, but without sacrificing durability

By reducing the panel layout to its functional core and swapping multi-layer with lighter single-layer high-tech reinforcements, the Duotone was able to reduce the weight by another 200g, making the new IDOL LTD one of the lightest Freestyle Competition sails out there. Yet following Duotone LIGHT DONE RIGHT philosophy, they have achieved this without reducing the film thickness, so there is no loss in durability. In addition, they are using virtually unbreakable Epoxy wave-battens, which can easily withstand even the toughest wipe-outs.

For all other aspects, the Duotone unique BATTEN FREE CENTER concept comes into play. Instead of the usual symmetrical batten distribution, the IDOL LTD features a larger gap between the foot batten and the batten above the boom. As there is a larger area without battens, the sail loads up much smoother, which has a tremendous impact on the performance: 

- Increased wind-range with earlier planing and instant acceleration as sail loads up faster. Plus more control as the sail can absorb the chop and has more release

- Much easier to duck, as the sail goes neutral but loads up much smoother after ducking. This is completely new compared to the usual radical on-off that you are used to from other Freestyle Competition sails

- Increased lift for air moves due to super efficient loading of the profile

- Helps the sail to remain loaded up to maintain stability

- Lighter feeling due to better release

 

Product highlights

Convex Dacron Luff-Panel
Maximum elasticity without distortion from the battens enables maximum lift for all jumps against the sail

Batten Free Center
Larger gap between the foot batten and the batten above the boom >> better inflation (= planing power) in the boom area and improved stability in the upper sail area

LIGHT DONE RIGHT Construction
Weight reduction of a clearly noticeable 200 to 300 g without reducing the thickness of the main panel, thus maintaining the well-known durability and longevity!

Hollow Lower Leech
Hollow Lower Leech (scooped leech outline) stabilises the profile right above the boom and prevents leech fluttering

iROCKET 2.0
Factory calibrated individual batten tensions using a torque wrench

Fastest Ducking
Super high clew and short boom allow the fastest possible ducking to avoid loosing any speed



 

Features

3D Top Cap

Optimised pull. On regular top caps and pin systems, the webbing is connected in a “one-dimensional” way with the sail body (either side to side or front to back), which transfers the downhaul tension only in certain points. The 3D TOP CAP allows a “three-dimensional” and very widespread transition of the downhaul forces into the sail body. This eliminates top fluttering and ensures a progressive loose leech, extending the wind range. The integrated abrasion ribs eliminate the need for heavy, bulky reinforcements at the end of the luff sleeve

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Set & Go Vario Top

No more trial and error when trying to find the best vario top setting. Even when first rigging up, the correct length of the vario top is found straight away. Clear length indicators mark out the perfect setting with reference to the mast length used, eliminating any need for testing or re-adjustments

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Polyester Webbing Only

Eliminating stretch and loss of tension. If it’s good enough for safety harnesses, it’s good enough for windsurfers! Duotone is the only manufacturer to use only polyester webbing for the (vario) top and the tack roller. This advantage of this compared to conventional polypropylene is the negligible amount of stretch. As a result, even brand-new sails will retain full luff tension and will not need subsequent trimming

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Double D Buckle

Inspired by high-strength climbing harnesses and Formula 1 helmets. The exclusive, two-part metal double-D buckle on the vario top, which replaces traditional solutions. This design guarantees the best trimming characteristics and eliminates all webbing slippage

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TT Top

Improved sail control at higher winds. Designer Kai Hopf originally designed the TT TOP for the WARP. The reduced, concave shape improves tension conditions for a more effective, three-dimensional top twist. This means the top twists not only horizontally, but also vertically under strong winds. By completely neutralising gusts of wind, the rig is kept steady in the rider’s hands, and thus works in a much larger range of winds

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Double Seam Technology

Double the durability with half as much stretch. DUOTONE manufactures products of unmatched quality, which gives our sails a significantly longer lifetime. A key feature which helps to achieve this is the triple-stitch zig-zag seams. Unlike other products with their single-seam design, these are double-seam. They cover all exposed crash areas, which increases tear resistance and reduces bending-elongation by up to 50%, boosting profile stability and performance

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VTS - Visual Trim System

Perfect trim and a huge range of use. You won’t find a quicker or more accurate way of trimming your sail. Even beginners can trim the sail in a matter of seconds to 100% accuracy. All you need to do is pull the luff until the top of the loose leech reaches the “lower wind limit” or “upper wind limit”. The VTS acts as a power boost, ensuring maximum performance and broader range of use

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IRocket 2.0

Super-lightweight and aerodynamic. An inconspicuous detail with a massive impact. iROCKET 2.0 batten tensioners are super-lightweight, aerodynamic and highly stable, consisting of high-quality components such as a self-lubricating, salt-water-resistant brass nut with stainless-steel screw which can withstand all batten tensions. Furthermore, the iROCKET 2.0 is an essential component for a true windsurfing revolution. 100% correct batten tension, correctly adjusted when purchased and forever after

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Epoxy Batten

Extremely stable, extremely break-resistant. Depending on the range of use, positioning in the sail and the necessary tension, the batten stress is enormous. In order to prevent breakages, the Duotone only fit into all solid battens extremely durable epoxy laminates which really can withstand anything and can live up to DUOTONE’s promises in terms of longevity

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Mini Batten

These prevent unwanted leech flutter. Short and highly effective mini-battens which provide support for the areas between the battens and prevent undesirable flutter

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XPly Plus

The Duotone use only 150 or 100 micron thick films for their exclusive XPLY PLUS. In an extensive series of tests, they have developed the ideal combination of necessary film thickness and number of threads. The X.PLY PLUS in particular, at 150 microns in thickness, boasts durability characteristics far in excess of previous laminates at minimal weight

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Sleeve Opener

Frictionless insertion of the mast into the luff sleeve. An ingenious solution does away with the tedium of inserting the mast. The DUOTONE logo above the boom cutout gently opens the sleeve so that the mast can be threaded with one hand into the luff friction-free, without having to constantly make adjustments to the luff

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Triple Tack Roller 3.0

Find the perfect trim with minimal effort. The integrated, nickel-plated brass triple roller minimizes the downhaul forces tremendously

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Individual Boom Length Indication

The correct boom length without the need for trial and error. Because the boom is attached to the mast at different heights depending on body size, and because this creates a different angle to the mast, the boom length will vary. Specific recommendations for the correct length are printed directly on the luff sleeve at the boom level

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Foil Eyelet

On all foil approved sails the additional lower clew eyelet helps you to position the sail further upright which makes the sail much more efficient when flying on the hydrofoil

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VTS Tail Outhaul Specs

Each sail carries individually defined visual indications for the correct outhaul extension (requires VTS TAIL boom)

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Duratech Foot

Long-term guarantee for the sail foot. When starting off on the water or catching up, the foot of the sail is constantly dragged over the nonslip coating, particularly for wide boards. With the exclusive DURATECH FOOT, the seams are completely protected within a large plastic channel so that the surface cannot chafe against seams and material

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Twin Strap

This keeps the sail rolled up and holds the protector to the mast. A brilliantly simple fastening system which keeps the sail compact and closed after being rolled up and, when on the water, holds the mast protector closely to the mast


 

Area (m²)	Luff (cm)	Boom (cm)	Extension (cm)	Battens	Cams	Vario top	Rec. Mast	Weight (kg)
3.6	376	144	6	4	No cam	No	PLATINUM/GOLD RDM 370	2,4
4.0	386	148	16	4	No cam	No	PLATINUM/GOLD RDM 370	2,5
4.4	400	152	30	4	No cam	No	PLATINUM/GOLD RDM 370	2,65
4.8	418	158	18	4	No cam	No	PLATINUM/GOLD RDM 400	2,8
5.2	430	162	30	4	No cam	No	PLATINUM/GOLD RDM 400	2,95