2024 Duotone Grip 3 SLS Windsurf Board
New board, new board brand. With Duotone taking over from Fanatic the Grip 3 SLS is brand new for 2024. Offering exceptional acceleration and drive, the tri fin set up allows the Grip 3 SLS to thrive in all conditions. Countless new features allow for a lighter construction whilst maintaining top durability.
Rather than creating special onshore, sideshore or even asymmetric boards that only work in very limited conditions/spots. Such boards might give you a slight edge in super extreme conditions, but custom boards also often turn out to be a surprise egg.
Our GRIP SLS boards are constantly evolving designs and constructions to ensure we are continuously at the forefront of development yet with over 40 years of experience. We call them World Cup Wave boards as they are engineered to satisfy the best of the best on all kind of spots around the globe, from jumping-oriented side-on conditions like Pozo to down-the-line groundswell conditions like Hookipa.
During development, the major inputs came from two-time PWA Wave World Champion Victor Fernandez and the highest-ranked future Wave Champ contender Marc Paré. These guys are not just 2 of the best wave sailors on the planet, but they both have a very contest oriented riding style. Therefore instead of demanding super specialised and extreme shapes they always aim for:
Boards that are super balanced and easy to control in all kind of conditions without taking on a life of their own, to score maximum turns and jumps
Boards that are super versatile to sail and allow front- and back foot riding to get the most out of each wave even when the conditions are changing
Boards offering a maximum wind range to avoid being forced to switch boards during the heat
Well isn’t that exactly what we all expect from our wave board? And that’s why Marc and Victor are our most important assets in the development process. In fact, all our GRIP SLS production boards are exact replicas of their best boards from the PWA tour.
Which Grip Suits You?
The GRIP 4 with its Quad fin configuration gives you maximum drive and grip for committed rail to rail turns, even in XXL waves
The GRIP 3 has a slightly better acceleration due an efficient rocker with a lower-drag entry, which is especially helpful in jumping conditions. The Thruster fin configuration allows for earlier tail release for tighter/slashier turns, even in non ideal waves
At DUOTONE, the main objectives for all our products are weight saving but at no cost of durability and offering an unmatched plug & play setup. Cause these are the 2 things that help everyone, from beginner to pro level.
Whats New For 2024?
- No 5 multi-setup fin-boxes: this just adds unnecessary weight and drag and is always a compromise since every fin configuration requires a different board shape (bottom and rail shape, outline, scoop-rocker line) to exploit its full potential. It also prevents the board from becoming tail-heavy/sticky. Plus finding a good working setup with 5 boxes is just the opposite of plug & play.
- The mini mast track reduces the weight in the critical nose area. It also reduces the risk to misplace your mast base while still providing just the right amount of length adjustment for all riding styles and sail sizes.
- The mini side fin boxes no longer offer any adjustment to prevent misplacing your fins. Now all adjustability for different riding styles and sail sizes is done through the center fin(s) only - simple and lightweight!
- Our exclusive layup based on over 40 years of experience got refined by DUOTONE chief board construction and QR manager Vasin Siritho.
- Even the artwork got weight optimised by minimising heavy PVC stickers.
- All these efforts add up to a noticeable weight reduction of 400-500g (depending on the board size) without compromising our bombproof durability: STRONG-LIGHT-SUPERIOR!
In addition, they simply work to their best right out of the box, just plug & shred.
Specifications
Board | Grip 3 SLS 79 | Grip 3 SLS 85 | Grip 3 SLS 95 | Grip 3 SLS 108 |
Volume (L) | 79 | 85 | 95 | 108 |
Width (CM) | 57 | 58.5 | 60 | 61.5 |
Length (CM) | 218 | 219 | 222 | 225 |
Technology | Premium Sandwich | Premium Sandwich | Premium Sandwich | Premium Sandwich |
Weight (KG) | 6.20 | 6.30 | 6.50 | 6.90 |
Fins + Fittings (Slot/US) |
2xTri MFC Side 11cm + 1x MFC Center 17cm 3xPremium Footstraps |
2xTri MFC Side 11cm + 1x MFC Center 18cm 3xPremium Footstraps |
2xTri MFC Side 12cm + 1x MFC Center 18cm 3xPremium Footstraps |
2xTri MFC Side 12cm + 1x MFC Center 20cm 3xPremium Footstraps |
Max Sail Size | 5.3 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.2 |
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Your Delivery
The range of products we offer means there is nothing standard about our deliveries. We use a range of couriers, including DHL, UPS and Royal Mail. While the site may state 3-5 days, most in stock items going to mainland UK locations will arrive at your door in 1-2 days.
On receipt of an order, the relevant specialist staff member will contact you to confirm the stock situation and expectation around shipping time. This gives you a direct contact for any requests and advice that might be helpful.
When courier services are used, you can expect tracking information and estimated arrival times to be communicated via email. However, always feel free to contact our staff at any point should you require assistance.
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Click & Collect
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Robin Hood Watersports
152 Leeds Road
Heckmondwike
West Yorkshire
WF16 9BJ
United Kingdom
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Receiving your order
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Postal Returns Procedure
If posting your return please email [email protected] for approval, as well as any advice required prior to sending. You would then simply ship the unwanted goods to our 152 Leeds Road address, including a copy of your original receipt and information on the required course of action.
Purchases from store
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Goods must be returned in an unused, re-saleable condition, with their original packaging, and all labels still attached. They should also be securely packaged to ensure the contents are protected during transit. Our Returns Team will review all items to ensure they meet the criteria outlined in this policy. If an item is returned outside of our Returns Policy, we may be unable to process a full refund. We will contact you in such circumstances.
Product Exclusions
There are some exclusions to our Returns Policy, as detailed below:
- Personalised or customised items, such as custom canoes, made to measure drysuits etc.
- Gift vouchers cannot be returned
- Products that have been opened or unsealed cannot be returned
- Products returned in an unsatisfactory condition cannot be returned
- Products which have been damaged in return transit due to insufficient packaging cannot be returned
This Return Policy does not affect your statutory rights.
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The 0% APR finance option allows you to spread the cost of your purchase over 6 or 10 months. Given the bespoke nature of each application we prefer to discuss this with you, rather than automating the process online. As such, once your basket is finalised and you are ready to apply please get in touch using [email protected], or by phone on 01924 444888.
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Please refer to the representative example below.
Cash Price |
£400 |
Deposit Amount |
£40 |
Loan Term |
10 months |
Monthly repayments |
£36 |
Representative APR% |
0% APR |
Total amount payable |
£400 |
Rate of Interest (per annum) |
0% APR |
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You must:
• Spend over £300
• Make a deposit of at least 10%
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