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In the DUOTONE kite guide you will learn more about the difference of tube kites and soft kites!
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In the DUOTONE kite guide you will learn more about the difference of tube kites and soft kites!
Check it out!





 

Tubekites
Tubekites get their shape stability by inflating a Front Tube (Leading Edge) and one or several struts. The optimum pressure is around 6-8 psi (about 0.4-0.6 bar).
 
Softkites
Softkites consist of two layers of flying cloth, which fill up with the wind in the cell chambers. Circulating trapped air supports the profile of the kite which makes it resemble a paraglider. You can find a comparison and detailed information on this topic in the following blog post by Kitedesigner Ralf Grösel under the following link: https://www.ralfgroeseldesign.com/blog/tube-vs-softkite-an-epic-battle

What is the difference of tube kites and soft kites

KITES

What is kitesurfing?

Where can I learn to kitesurf?

Which basics are necessary to practice kitesurfing?

Basic requirements wind conditions

Basic requirements for weather

Basic requirements obstacles

Wind force conversation table

Wind rose (cardinal directions and degrees)

Are there age limits?

What about physical fitness?

How fast does the kitesurfing skill increase?

Kite equipment/ basic equipment- what do i need?

KITESURFING

My kite loses air, how do I exchange a Bladder?

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

Kite systems: tubekites vs. softkites

Strut configuration

I have lost the noseline for my Kite, who can tell me where I can obtain this spare part?

I need new relaunch bungees for my kite but I don’t know the length, who can help me make the right choice?

Which bar size is suitable for me?

The difference between Iron Heart IV & Iron Heart V?

Which Quick Release Kit is right for me?

Line overview, setting the line length and positioning of the V-distributor?

Duotone Bars on foreign kites?

I have noticed that I have different line lengths - can minimal differences in the line length have an influence on the flying characteristics of my kite?

How do I adapt the chicken loop options?

Is the Click Bar M also compatible with the Hadlow Upgrade Kit?

Can I combine a wakestyle chicken loop with a normal chicken dig L?

BARS

Board Types

The Twintip: Structure, load characteristics, areas of application

Which twintip is suitable for the wake park?

Which board model is suitable for boots?

BOARDS

Where will I find the Duotone Academy App?

Who was the DUOTONE 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?

DUOTONE ACADEMY APP

I need spare parts – what’s the best approach?

Where and when is the next demo event?

Serial Number Placement for Warranty Registration

Where can I get a Duotone catalogue?

I’m looking for a user manual, where will I find that?

I am interested in a DUOTONE product, who should I contact?

What does “Flexi Hex” mean?

Would you like to know where a particular product shoot took place?

General Definitions

GENERAL FAQs

What exactly does Concept Blue include?

Why isn’t the complete range Concept Blue?

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

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

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

What is the bio-based bladder of the Concept Blue kite made from?

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

What percentage of recycled plastic material is used in the Concept Blue kite's plastic parts?

How does the use of recycled plastic contribute to sustainability?

Why are kites not made of recycled material?

What is the difficulty in recycling kites?

Why aren’t all the Twintips Concept Blue products?

Why aren’t all the Surfboards Concept Blue products?

Why are the lines of the bar not made from recycled materials?

Why are accessories like the NTT not made from recycled material?

Why are the bars not made from recycled material?

Why are we CO2 compensating, although it is sometimes discussed controversial?

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

CONCEPT BLUE

How can I increase the longevity of my kite?

How can I increase the longevity of my pump?

KITE CARE

How can I increase the longevity of my board?

How can I increase the longevity of my footstraps?

How can I maintain my fins?

BOARD CARE

How can I increase the longevity of my bar?

BAR CARE

How can I increase the longevity of my foil?

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

FOIL CARE

PRODUCT CARE & MAINTENANCE

Bladder Repair -  How to remove the bladders

Bladder Repair - How to repair small holes on your bladder

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

Bladder repair - How do I reinsert my bladder correctly?

KITE REPAIR

My kiteboard has a small scratch in the base, how can I repair it?

The individual layers of my kiteboard are coming apart, what can I do?

My kiteboard has a deep scratch in the base, how can I repair it?

My kiteboard has a damaged edge, what can I do?

TWINTIP REPAIR

My kitesurf board has small dents and scratches, what can I do?

The individual layers of my kitesurf board are coming apart, what can I do?

My kitesurf board is cracked or broken, what can I do?

SURFBOARD REPAIR

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

Kite systems: tubekites vs. softkitesUpdated a year ago