Duotone Whip SLS Kite Surfboard 2027

The Duotone Whip SLS Kite Surfboard 2027 is the high-performance Small Wave and Strapless Freestyle surfboard in the Duotone range, designed for riders who want fast acceleration, tight turns and an exceptionally reactive feel. Shaped by Sky Solbach, the Whip combines a compact, dynamic outline with advanced SLS construction to deliver lively performance and precise control across a wide range of conditions.

The board is designed to excel when the waves are small, soft or lacking power, while remaining highly capable for progressive Strapless Freestyle. Its compact shape and responsive handling make it easy to redirect through the pocket, generate speed and stay connected to the wave. The result is a playful and efficient board that encourages aggressive turns and modern freestyle manoeuvres.

A hip-squash tail combined with increased rocker allows for ultra-snappy and precise top turns, while the thinner rails provide additional grip and control. The fast, drive-oriented rocker line works together with a channelled bottom shapeto generate rapid acceleration and maintain speed through weaker sections, ensuring the board stays reactive and efficient even when the waves lack power.

The SLS construction provides a strong, lightweight and highly responsive platform. Innegra Shield improves durability while reducing vibration, creating a smoother and more controlled ride through choppy conditions. The construction is further enhanced by Responsive Flex, which combines optimised bamboo layers with composite materials to produce dynamic flex and torsional response.

For additional comfort, the Cork Shock Absorber 2.0 is positioned in high-pressure areas to soften impacts and reduce vibration. This helps minimise fatigue during longer sessions while maintaining the board’s lively and connected ride feel.

Key Features

• Small Wave & Strapless Freestyle Shape — Compact, dynamic and highly responsive for fast surfing, tight turns and progressive Strapless Freestyle.
• Hip-Squash Tail — Enables quick, precise direction changes and tight top turns while maintaining control through the pocket.
• Increased Rocker — Enhances manoeuvrability and allows for sharper, more controlled turns.
• Thin Rails — Provide additional grip and sensitivity, helping the board stay locked into the wave during aggressive turns.
• Fast Drive-Oriented Rocker Line — Generates rapid acceleration and maintains speed through softer, weaker sections.
• Channelled Bottom Shape — Creates additional drive and speed while keeping the board fast and reactive.
• SLS Construction — Combines low weight, strength and responsiveness for a lively and durable performance platform.
• Innegra Shield — Improves vibration damping and durability for a smoother ride and greater resistance to everyday impacts.
• Cork Shock Absorber 2.0 — Softens impacts and reduces chatter in high-pressure areas, helping increase comfort and reduce fatigue.
• Responsive Flex — Optimised bamboo layers combined with composite materials create dynamic flex and torsional response.
• Multibox Fin System — Futures-compatible fin boxes allow precise fin installation and easy fitting or removal of aftermarket Futures fins.
• Grab Rails — Improve handling during Strapless Freestyle tricks while providing comfortable control during general riding.

Sizes & Specs

* Board weight tolerance of ±6% is possible.

Built for Small Waves & Strapless Freestyle

The Whip SLS 2028 is built for riders who want a fast, playful and highly reactive surfboard that performs when the waves are small or lack power. Its compact outline, hip-squash tail, increased rocker and channelled bottom work together to deliver rapid acceleration and exceptionally tight turning performance.

With lightweight SLS construction, Innegra Shield, Responsive Flex and Cork Shock Absorber 2.0, the Whip SLS combines speed, durability, comfort and precise control in a versatile package. Whether you’re attacking the pocket, generating speed in weak surf or pushing progressive Strapless Freestyle, the Whip SLS is designed to keep you fast, connected and in control.