2024 Duotone Eagle DB WindsurferEntry level toProgressive Freeride The Duotone EagleDBis a progressive freeride board that has adaggerboard. Ideal for riders and situations where a daggerboard can allow a rider to chose when to use and when to retract it while riding. The retractable daggerboard system is greatwhile learning or lighterwinds.It is also great for aiding in stability and upwind capabilities when needed.Thisrevolutionary windsurfing boardwasdesigned to break down barriers for beginners and provide a seamless progression intowindsurfing planing performance.Available intwosizes the188DBand 168 DB.The board’s versatility makes it a one-time investment, suitable for lifelong use and teaching others. It features a lightweight center fin insert for stability, stance markers for foot placement, and customizedfootstrappositioningoptions. The comfortable 70% EVA deck and durableEpoxy Sandwich construction toensure a smooth and enjoyable windsurfing experience from the first glide to mastering power jibes. The 188DBsize and width providessufficient volume to work even as a pure beginners board, yet at the same time, the EagleDBconcept is geared towardsrapid learningand effortless planing(with the daggerboard retracted). With a bit of teaching, or through followingDuotones soon to be launchedYouTube tutorial scheme even complete beginners can have their first gliding experience on the very first day already. This is the moment you become hooked for life on the worlds greatest sport! Best of all, the Volume yet control conceptensures that the Eagle 188 DBcan still be ridden in powered up 6.5 conditions blasting and lay down jibingwhen the daggerboard is retracted. One board for lifeand perfect for teaching your family and friends too! Thisboardcovers atremendous range of use. For your first gliding/planing attempts the Eagle DBfeatures STANCE MARKERS on the board. This way you know exactly where to place your feet until you are ready to progress into the footstraps. When it comes to the footstraps, there are many different options depending on your ability and size so you can find a comfortable starting position and move them further backwards and outboard as you progress. Features:-Progressive Freeride board witha daggerboard.-2size: 188DB,168 DB.-EpoxySandwich Construction.-70%EVA covereddeckpad.Include stance markers for proper body positioning.-Built in nose cone = Prevents nose damage from rig slams.- Multiple footstrap positioning inserts to adapt to your skill level.- Bottom Shape: Progressive double concave V front to back: ideal compromise between performance, maneuverability and controlandcomfort even in rough chop.-Deck Shape: Flatter deck shape for comfortable stance and maximum control during jibes.- Outline: Slightly longer and therefore less curved outline avoids the board from bouncing around in choppy conditions and improves passive planing. This also allows to increase the volume which results in a much more confident, predictable and relaxed riding position.- Rail Shape: Medium rail diameter in the nose and center offer an ideal blend of performance and maneuverability. Thinned out ergonomic rails towards the tail for increased jibing success rate.- Rocker line: Longer flat between the straps for better passive planing, more stability and easier jibingandtacking.-Retractable Dagger board system.- Dagger board is plastic 61 cm length.-Fin Box: Power Box.- Includes1fins:F-ride40 and 48 cm- 4 xs Premium footstraps. Sizes / Specs:168 DB = 255 x 83 cm, 12.6 kg. F-ride 48 fin, 61 cm Daggerboard188DB= 260 x 90 cm, 13.5kg.F-ride48fin,61 cm Daggerboard Construction:EpoxySandwich Technology: Durable, affordable sandwich construction for everyday use. Duotone exclusive super-light EPS core is covered with a 70% wood sandwich. Additional glass reinforcements around critical impact zones ensure structural integrity. A thick, durable outer skin gives the hull maximum strength and also makes it resistant to shock and impacts.