{"product_id":"dtw-x-pace-2026","title":"Duotone X_Pace","description":"\u003cp\u003eYOU (STILL) WANT TO GIVE THE FASTEST GUYS AT YOUR SPOT A RUN FOR THEIR MONEY BUT DON’T WANT THE RIGGING HASSLE AND HEAVY HANDLING OF A CAM SAIL WHEN IT’S FILLED WITH WATER (ANYMORE). AND YOU WANT TO HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO EVEN USE THE RDM MASTS FROM YOUR WAVE SAILS WITHOUT ANY PERFORMANCE SACRIFICE. THEN THE X_PACE WILL BE YOUR WEAPON OF CHOICE!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X_PACE project was born out of a personal demand from some of the o-50 guys in our department. Having been dedicated cam sail racers back in the days the wheel of time took its toll. Lifting a cam-sail being filled with water has simply become a dealbreaker. But these guys still have the speed-skills of being the fastest at their local spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe biggest hurdle was to generate a similar pre-shaping including a “hump” in the luff panel even without cambers. After 2 years of development we have achieved this with a \u003cstrong\u003ecompletely unique shaping concept\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ewhich induces a similar (pre)shaping into the luff panel like seen on cambered racing sails. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis heavy pre-shaping has also led to another decisive advantage as it \u003cstrong\u003eallows to use RDM masts\u003c\/strong\u003e. Usually RDM masts do not work on sails bigger than 6.5 as they are simply too soft. But the pre-shaping of the X_PACE compensates for this to such an extent that there is \u003cstrong\u003eno loss of performance compared to SDM masts\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note though that this heavy pre-shaping requires an active jibing technique especially in underpowered conditions. After shifting make sure to grip more than shoulder-wide and initiate the rotation through sheeting in with your backhand. When it comes to most effortless rotation, the E_PACE remains the top choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe X_PACE generates power, acceleration, speed and a locked-in feel that rivals any cambered sail.\u003c\/strong\u003e The forward pull pushes you into a committed stance, allowing to let your board fly on the fin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd all of that combined with a super narrow mast sleeve. Combined with being \u003cstrong\u003eone of the lightest freerace sails\u003c\/strong\u003e out there makes you lift the sail out of the water similar to a bigger wave sail. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLast but not least the absence of cams \u003cstrong\u003emakes the X_PACE rig as easy and fast as a wave sail.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere are some of the \u003cstrong\u003ehighlights of the brand-new X_PACE\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt; \u003cstrong\u003e7-batten design\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Directly derived from our World Cup cam racing sail WARP_FIN for ultimate control and stability\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt; \u003cstrong\u003eIncreased pre-shaping\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Instant dragster-like acceleration similar to a race cam sail including the typical locked-in forward pull\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt; \u003cstrong\u003eIncreased pre-shaping\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Board and sail feel more connected and gives the rider more board control\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt; \u003cstrong\u003eLots of luff curve\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Results in a high sail foil tension \u0026gt;\u0026gt; maximum high-end control and thus V-max\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt; \u003cstrong\u003eTriple XPly luff panel\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Allows to carry a high downhaul tension and greatly reduces stretch in the luff panel for maximum performance and stability\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt; \u003cstrong\u003eMultiple tube battens\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Maximum stability and lower weight\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt; \u003cstrong\u003eCARBON X_PLY\u003c\/strong\u003e in the in the high load luff area (top and foot) \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Maximum wind range (sail keeps the stability in stronger winds) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt; \u003cstrong\u003eHigher clew eyelet position\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Faster response for maximum performance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt; \u003cstrong\u003eShorter Boom\u003c\/strong\u003e with increased Cutaway Clew \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Easy handling, better sail rotation through less swing weight\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt; \u003cstrong\u003eLIGHT DONE RIGHT\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;\u0026gt; One of the lightest 7-batten Freerace sails out there but without sacrificing longterm durability proven by our unrivaled 5 YEAR WARRANTY\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVTS DOWNHAUL 2.0\u003c\/strong\u003e — Optional QUICK RIGGING PATCH allows \"to the spot\" downhaul trimming without even looking to the top (patent pending)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eiROCKET 2.0\u003c\/strong\u003e — Factory calibrated individual batten tensions using a torque wrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCARBON XPLY\u003c\/strong\u003e — XPly reinforced with unidirectional Carbon strings leads to unmatched low stretch and direct reaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVTS TAIL outhaul specs\u003c\/strong\u003e — Each sail carries individually defined visual indications for the correct outhaul extension (requires VTS TAIL boom).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eiBUMPER 2.0\u003c\/strong\u003e — The most advanced and effective molded mast protector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 5.4 \/ 5.8 \/ 6.2 \/ 6.6 \/ 7.3 \/ 7.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoom max (cm): 172 \/ 178 \/ 186 \/ 194 \/ 204 \/ 210\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe X_PACE project was born out of a personal demand from some of the o-50 guys in our department. Having been dedicated cam sail racers back in the days the wheel of time took its toll. Lifting a cam-sail being filled with water has simply become a dealbreaker. But these guys still have the speed-skills of being the fastest at their local spot.\n\n\nThe biggest hurdle was to generate a similar pre-shaping including a “hump” in the luff panel even without cambers. After 2 years of development we have achieved this with a completely unique shaping concept which induces a similar (pre)shaping into the luff panel like seen on cambered racing sails. \n\nThis heavy pre-shaping has also led to another decisive advantage as it allows to use RDM masts. Usually RDM masts do not work on sails bigger than 6.5 as they are simply too soft. But the pre-shaping of the X_PACE compensates for this to such an extent that there is no loss of performance compared to SDM masts.\n\nPlease note though that this heavy pre-shaping requires an active jibing technique especially in underpowered conditions. After shifting make sure to grip more than shoulder-wide and initiate the rotation through sheeting in with your backhand. When it comes to most effortless rotation, the E_PACE remains the top choice.\n\n\nThe X_PACE generates power, acceleration, speed and a locked-in feel that rivals any cambered sail. The forward pull pushes you into a committed stance, allowing to let your board fly on the fin.\n\nAnd all of that combined with a super narrow mast sleeve. Combined with being one of the lightest freerace sails out there makes you lift the sail out of the water similar to a bigger wave sail. \n\nLast but not least the absence of cams makes the X_PACE rig as easy and fast as a wave sail. \n\n\nHere are some of the highlights of the brand-new X_PACE:\n\n\u0026gt; 7-batten design \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Directly derived from our World Cup cam racing sail WARP_FIN for ultimate control and stability\n\n\u0026gt; Increased pre-shaping \u0026gt;\u0026gt; Instant dragst\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeature\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVTS DOWNHAUL 2.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiROCKET 2.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCARBON XPLY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVTS TAIL outhaul specs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiBUMPER 2.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Duotone Windsurfing","offers":[{"title":"violet \/ 5.4","offer_id":54497053147473,"sku":"9010583290485","price":759.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"violet \/ 5.8","offer_id":54497053180241,"sku":"9010583290478","price":779.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"violet \/ 6.2","offer_id":54497053213009,"sku":"9010583290430","price":799.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"violet \/ 6.6","offer_id":54497053245777,"sku":"9010583290447","price":819.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"violet \/ 7.3","offer_id":54497053278545,"sku":"9010583290454","price":839.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"violet \/ 7.8","offer_id":54497053311313,"sku":"9010583290461","price":859.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/1879\/5601\/files\/14260-1212_C05whiteviolet_P_1.png?v=1785867587","url":"https:\/\/www.thekitesurfcentre.com\/products\/dtw-x-pace-2026","provider":"The Kitesurf Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}