Description
Description
The Duotone Rebel SLS is a High Performance Freeride and Big Air kite built for riders seeking explosive vertical lift, massive hangtime, and precise control.
Combining Duotone’s Strong Light Superior (SLS) construction with refined aerodynamic efficiency and increased structural stiffness, the Rebel SLS delivers a direct and powerful riding experience.
Whether chasing bigger jumps, progressing into technical tricks, or pushing Big Air performance, the Rebel SLS provides the control and confidence to take every session further.
Explosive Lift and Massive Hangtime
Known for its iconic lift and legendary hangtime, the Rebel SLS generates explosive vertical takeoffs with intuitive timing and impressive flight stability.
Its highly efficient airframe accelerates rapidly overhead when sheeting in. As a result, riders experience the signature “Sheet and Go” feeling, making massive jumps easier to access with minimal effort.
Once airborne, the Rebel SLS delivers extended float and remarkably controlled airtime. A cleaner canopy profile, reduced drag, and refined frame stiffness improve overall lift efficiency.
Therefore, riders can stay longer at the apex while maintaining excellent stability and steering precision throughout the flight.
Built for Progressive Big Air
The combination of massive hangtime and precise control creates an excellent platform for progressive Big Air riding.
Board-offs, controlled rotations, technical tricks, and high-altitude manoeuvres become more accessible thanks to the kite’s predictable behaviour and extended airtime.
In addition, precise steering allows riders to maintain control throughout every phase of the jump.
Powerful and Controlled Kite Loops
Designed for modern high-performance riding, the Rebel SLS delivers powerful yet predictable kite loops.
Increased inflation pressure works together with optimized Leading Edge geometry to maintain stability and canopy integrity throughout the loop.
Consequently, riders experience strong pull combined with clean catches and reliable loop recovery. This provides greater confidence when progressing into more demanding Big Air manoeuvres.
Direct Bar Feedback and Precise Control
The Rebel SLS delivers direct and highly precise bar feedback. Increased structural stiffness and advanced seam technology help transfer every steering input directly into canopy reaction.
This provides precise positioning, immediate feedback, and excellent control during aggressive takeoffs and high-altitude manoeuvres.
At the same time, the Rebel SLS remains stable and balanced across a wide wind range. Therefore, it offers an accessible ride for ambitious Freeriders while providing the performance experienced Big Air riders demand.
Rebel SLS Concept Blue
For riders looking for a more eco-conscious material approach, the Rebel SLS is also available in a Concept Blue version.
The Concept Blue version features undyed fabrics, a bio-based bladder with up to 57% bio-based carbon content, and polymer components made from post-industry partly recycled material.
Importantly, the Rebel SLS Concept Blue maintains the legendary Big Air performance and High Performance Freeride characteristics of the Rebel SLS. At the same time, it incorporates selected material innovations inspired by Duotone’s Concept Blue philosophy.
Key Features
- Maximum hangtime and controlled power: Explosive vertical lift combines with controlled and predictable power throughout the entire flight.
- Huge hangtime for powerful tricks: A cleaner canopy profile, reduced drag, and increased frame stiffness provide extended float and controlled airtime.
- Sheet and Go for easy takeoffs: The efficient airframe climbs overhead quickly, providing intuitive timing and powerful vertical takeoffs.
- Powerful loops with full control: Optimized Leading Edge geometry and increased inflation pressure deliver stable loops, strong pull, and clean recovery.
- Direct bar feedback: The refined and stiffer structure translates rider input into precise canopy response and immediate feedback.
- Explosive vertical lift: Fast climbing speed and dynamic lift generation provide impressive height, extended airtime, and excellent control.
Engineered for riders demanding explosive lift, massive hangtime, direct steering response, and precision control, the Duotone Rebel SLS continues to define High Performance Freeride and Big Air riding.
