Big Air PerformancePerformance Deep Dive: How the Dice SLS 2024 Excels in Every Riding Style
If there’s one word that defines the Duotone Dice SLS 2024, it’s versatility. While it’s known as a freestyle-first kite, the reality is much broader. From park-style wakestyle sessions to lofty big air boosts and even down-the-line wave riding, the Dice SLS is capable of handling it all—with style and control.
Let’s break down how this kite performs in each major discipline and why it’s a top-tier choice—especially when you can grab one used in excellent condition.
Freestyle Focus: Pop, Slack, and Control
At its core, the Dice SLS is a freestyle machine. Duotone has dialed in the hybrid C-shape and bridling to deliver explosive pop with just the right amount of line slack for unhooked tricks. If you’re practicing Raleys, S-Bends, or working up to advanced maneuvers like KGBs or Slim Chances, the Dice gives you the feedback and freedom you need.
More importantly, the SLS construction keeps the kite feeling crisp, even during repeated load-and-pop sessions. With less frame deformation and better recovery after slack, the kite stays responsive, enabling smoother recoveries and more confidence in mid-air corrections.
Thanks to its moderate bar pressure, you stay connected throughout your trick while still maintaining enough freedom to spin, grab, or redirect without resistance. That balance is hard to find—and it’s one reason so many riders choose the Dice for both hooked and unhooked freestyle.
Big Air: Hang Time and Controlled Loops
Looking to send it into orbit? You’re in luck. While the Dice SLS wasn’t originally designed as a dedicated big air kite like the Rebel or Evo, it still delivers impressive lift and hang time—especially in the SLS construction.
The lighter weight means faster acceleration through the window, leading to more aggressive takeoffs and dynamic flight paths. Riders often report that the Dice loops tight and with power, but without being too yanky. It pulls smoothly through the loop and delivers a catch that feels both confident and predictable.
Better still, the turning radius can be adjusted depending on your trim and line length setup, giving you looping options from mellow and flowy to quick and snappy. That level of tuneability is perfect for intermediate riders progressing into big air—and even more advanced riders looking to train kite loop variations with reduced risk.
Let’s not forget the float. The Dice SLS provides excellent hang time, giving you plenty of room to prepare for landings or style your tricks mid-air. Combined with the wide wind range and precise bar feedback, this kite builds confidence in the sky.
Freeride: Glide, Speed, and Smooth Delivery
Not every day is about pushing limits. Some sessions are about cruising, exploring, and simply enjoying the freedom of the wind. The Dice SLS 2024 performs beautifully in this realm, too.
Thanks to the lightweight SLS frame, the kite remains agile and reactive, even in marginal wind. You’ll find that it drifts comfortably, allowing you to ride at different angles to the kite without stalling. This is particularly useful for carving transitions, riding toe-side, or experimenting with directional boards.
The upwind capability is solid, letting you focus more on riding and less on regaining ground. For weekend warriors, traveling riders, or anyone who wants one kite that does almost everything well, the Dice SLS is a smart choice—especially when you can pick it up used at a much more accessible price point.
Wave Potential: Surprisingly Capable Drift
While the Duotone Dice SLS 2024 isn’t marketed as a wave-specific kite like the Neo, its performance in small to medium surf shouldn’t be underestimated. Because of its fast turning, direct steering, and ability to fly forward in the window, the Dice allows you to ride waves without constantly adjusting the kite.
Its ability to drift downwind is also surprisingly good. If you enjoy smacking lips, drawing lines, or slashing down the face, the Duotone Dice SLS 2024 can easily follow your lead. The response at the bar helps you time your movements precisely—keeping you connected to the kite and the wave at the same time.
For directional board riders who want one kite for both wave and freestyle sessions, the Dice SLS hits a sweet spot that few kites match.
Light Wind Handling and Relaunch Efficiency
One of the most frustrating parts of kiteboarding is dealing with low wind or messy water starts 2.0d. Fortunately, the Duotone Dice SLS 2024Â still relaunches easily, thanks to its carefully engineered shape and lightweight SLS frame.
Even if the kite crashes in choppy or low-wind conditions, it tends to stay on its side or back, ready to relaunch with minimal bar input. That means less time swimming and more time riding.
Additionally, while the Dice isn’t marketed as a light-wind kite, its SLS build gives it an edge over heavier models. It maintains tension better in lulls and generates forward motion efficiently, so you’re not stuck underpowered 2.0d. Pair it with a larger size or a light-wind-specific board, and you’ll be amazed at how much you can ride in marginal wind.
Who Should Ride the Dice SLS 2024?
By now, it’s clear that the Dice SLS is a high-performance, all-terrain kite that leans freestyle. But that doesn’t mean it’s only for pros. In fact, intermediate riders looking to progress into looping, unhooked tricks, or simply refine their control will benefit immensely from this kite.
Because it’s fast but not twitchy, powerful but not overwhelming, it occupies a perfect space between beginner ease and expert demands. Riders transitioning from more forgiving freeride kites (like the Duotone Evo) will appreciate the sharper handling and improved responsiveness.
That said, complete beginners may find it slightly too reactive, especially in gusty wind. For those still learning water starts or basic transitions, a used Evo might be more forgiving. But if you’ve got a few seasons under your belt and are hungry to progress, the duotone kites won’t hold you back.
Why This Used Kite is Worth It
So, why go used? First, it’s a matter of value. The SLS line from Duotone Dice SLS 2024 comes at a premium—deservedly so, considering the advanced materials and engineering involved. But for many riders, the cost of a brand-new duotone kites can be a barrier.duotone wings
That’s where a quality used option like this one shines. Carefully inspected for structural integrity, bridles, and valve function, this duotone kites is fully ride-ready at a fraction of the new cost 2.0d . You get pro-level performance without the pro-level price tag.duotone wings
Second, buying used is also a smarter environmental choice. Instead of contributing to manufacturing demand and potential waste, you’re extending the life of a high-quality product. In an industry that depends on nature’s forces, making sustainable gear choices isn’t just a bonus—it’s a responsibility.
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