Duotone Skybrid D/LAB Hollow Foil Board
Duotone Skybrid D/LAB Hollow Foil Board - 5'9 / 80L is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Duotone Skybrid D/LAB Hollow Foil Board
Duotone Skybrid D/LAB Hollow Foil Board - 5'9 / 80L is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
The Duotone Skybrid D/LAB Hollow is Duotone’s flagship mid-length foil board for riders who want the lightest, sharpest Skybrid feel in the latest light grey / lime colourway. It is built for foilers who value earlier take-offs, smoother recoveries and a more direct, low-swing-weight feel for winging, freefly and parawing sessions.
Compared with a compact wing board, the Skybrid D/LAB gives you more glide and an easier release off the water. Compared with a full downwind shape, it is easier to live with day to day, easier to manoeuvre once flying, and less specialist. In plain English: it helps you get up earlier in marginal wind, saves more touchdowns, and still feels lively once you are on foil.
Where It Sits in the Duotone Range
Choose the Skybrid D/LAB if you want the premium, ultra-light version of Duotone’s mid-length concept. It is the board for experienced riders and progressing intermediates who already understand why lower swing weight matters and want the most reactive, refined ride in the range.
- Choose the Duotone Skybrid SLS if you want the same mid-length direction with more emphasis on value and a broader size spread.
- Choose the Duotone Sky Style if you want a shorter, more compact board for tighter turns, smaller waves and a more freestyle-led feel.
- Choose the Duotone Downwinder Slim D/LAB if your priority is maximum glide, paddle speed and a more specialist open-water downwind shape.
- Choose the Duotone Skybrid Bamboo if you want the mid-length idea at a more accessible price point.
Why Choose the Duotone Skybrid D/LAB Hollow
- Gets you up earlier with less drama in lighter winds thanks to the longer, narrower mid-length shape.
- Feels noticeably lighter in the air, which helps pumping, foot changes, carving and touchdown recovery.
- Bridges the gap between a compact wing board and a true downwind board, so it works across more real-world sessions.
- Makes freefly and parawing use genuinely sensible, not just possible.
- Gives advanced riders a more direct, precise feel without sacrificing the usable volume that makes mid-length boards so effective.
Specifications
| Size | Length | Width | Volume | Board Weight | Recommended Rider Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5'5" | 165cm / 5'5" | 49.5cm / 19.5" | 60L | 3.38kg | Under 70kg |
| 5'7" | 170cm / 5'7" | 52cm / 20.5" | 70L | 3.56kg | Under 80kg |
| 5'9" | 175cm / 5'9" | 53cm / 21" | 80L | 3.72kg | Under 90kg |
| 5'11" | 180cm / 5'11" | 54.5cm / 21.5" | 90L | 3.91kg | Under 100kg |
| 6'1" | 185cm / 6'1" | 56cm / 22" | 100L | 4.08kg | Under 110kg |
Construction: D/LAB Hollow Shell Composite
Foil Mounting: Dual US foil tracks with long carbon tracks
Deck Pad: Fitted 3mm deck pad
Footstrap Inserts: 3 x Duotone footstrap positions
Weight Note: Manufacturer tolerance of approximately +/- 6%
Package Includes
- Duotone Skybrid D/LAB Hollow foil board
- Fitted full deck pad
Please note: foil, footstraps, board bag and other accessories are not included.
Recommended Pairings
- Duotone Unit 2026 if you want an easy, balanced freeride wing to match the board’s all-round mid-length character.
- Browse foils & hydrofoils if you are building the board into a complete setup.
- Browse parawings if you are buying this for freefly or bump riding.
Explore the Range
- Skybrid Bamboo – the most accessible route into the Skybrid idea.
- Skybrid SLS – the sweet spot for many riders who want premium performance without going all the way to D/LAB.
- Sky Style – shorter, more compact and more playful once up on foil.
- Downwinder Slim D/LAB – maximum glide and the most specialist performance direction.
Helpful Reading & Buying Advice
- The Rise of the Midlength: why this board style works so well
- Duotone foil boards explained: Sky Style vs Skybrid vs Downwinder
- The Ultimate Foil Board Buying Guide
- Duotone foils explained: how to choose wings, masts and fuselages
Who is the Duotone Skybrid D/LAB Hollow best for?
It is best for progressing intermediate to advanced riders who want a premium mid-length board with the lightest, most direct feel Duotone offer in this category. It makes most sense for light-wind winging, freeride, freefly and parawing use, especially if you already know you prefer efficient take-offs and calmer touchdowns over a very short board feel.
Is the Skybrid D/LAB Hollow a good first wing foil board?
For most riders, no. This is a high-end performance board and it suits people who are already getting onto foil, or who understand what they want from a premium mid-length shape. If you are buying your first proper wing board, a more forgiving option in the Duotone range is usually the better starting point.
Should I choose the Skybrid D/LAB or the Skybrid SLS?
Choose the Skybrid D/LAB if your priority is the lightest swing weight, the sharpest response and the most premium ride feel. Choose the Skybrid SLS if you want the same general mid-length direction with a lower price and a slightly more pragmatic performance-to-cost balance.
Should I choose the Skybrid D/LAB or the Sky Style?
Choose the Skybrid D/LAB if you want more glide, earlier release and a board that is happier in marginal wind and messy water. Choose the Sky Style if you are already up and flying consistently and want something shorter, tighter and more playful for carving, waves and freestyle progression.
What size Skybrid D/LAB should I choose?
As a rough guide, the 5'5 suits lighter or more advanced riders under 70kg, the 5'7 suits riders under 80kg, the 5'9 suits riders under 90kg, the 5'11 suits riders under 100kg, and the 6'1 suits riders under 110kg. Your ideal size still depends on ability, foil choice, local conditions and whether you want maximum support or a more lively feel.
Why would I choose a mid-length board like this over a shorter wing board?
Because it gives you more glide and an easier release off the water. In real sessions that usually means earlier take-offs, less work getting onto foil and more forgiving recoveries when you touch down. That is exactly why boards like the Skybrid have become so popular for UK freeride and lighter-wind conditions.
Can the Skybrid D/LAB work for parawing or foil assist use?
Yes. This is one of the reasons the shape makes so much sense. The extra glide and efficient release suit both freefly/parawing use and assist-driven foiling far better than many short, stubby boards. If that is your direction, it is also worth looking at our parawings, foil collection and the wider mid-length board guides linked above.
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