If that sounds familiar, the Duotone X_PACE was built specifically for you. It's a high-performance freeride / freerace windsurf sail engineered to deliver race-level acceleration, speed and locked-in control — without a single camber in sight.

This is Duotone's answer for experienced sailors who still crave performance but want lighter handling, easier rigging and more usability on the water. And crucially — it works on your RDM masts too.

Watch: Duotone X_PACE Review

Sam is joined by Jenna Gibson at Weymouth Speed Week to explain how the pre-shaping works, how the X_PACE compares to the E_PACE and the WARP_FIN, and which sizes, masts and boards to pair it with.

The Story Behind the X_PACE

The result? Duotone's fastest no-cam sail ever. A 7-batten freerace sail that generates the power, acceleration and locked-in feel of a cambered race sail — without any of the handling penalties.

What Is the Duotone X_PACE?

The Duotone X_PACE bridges the gap between Duotone's full race sail, the WARP_FIN, and the more relaxed freeride E_PACE. It's engineered for sailors who want to be quickest on the water without the cam rotation, the weight or the waterstart misery.

Who Is the X_PACE For?

• Former cam racers who are done wrestling heavy sails out of the water
• Advanced freeriders who want to be the fastest at their local spot
• Riders with RDM masts who don't want to invest in a new SDM quiver
• High-wind specialists chasing V-max without the race sail commitment
• Sailors who want locked-in drive without a compromised freeride feel

One quick test of whether you're ready for it: can you pump a sail to get the board planing? If so, the X_PACE is the natural next step from the E_PACE. If you're still learning to get going, the E_PACE's passive low-end power will be easier.

Why the X_PACE Is Different

Race-Level Pre-Shaping — Without Cambers

The X_PACE's biggest innovation is its advanced luff shaping concept. Duotone has engineered significant pre-shaping into the sail — creating a cam-like foil profile without actually using cams. The forward pull pushes you into a committed stance, allowing you to let your board fly on the fin.

• Immediate dragster-style acceleration
• Strong locked-in forward drive
• Excellent high-speed stability
• Increased board control at V-max

The sail feels connected and planted — very similar to a cambered race sail — but remains far easier to manage on and off the water. The airflow stays stable through lulls, so the sail holds its shape and your speed when the wind dips, which a sail without pre-shaping can't do.

RDM Masts Across the Range, SDM on the Bigger Sizes

Unlike most freerace sails over 6.5m, the X_PACE is recommended on RDM masts right through the range. Normally, RDM masts are considered too soft for larger freerace sails — but the X_PACE's heavy pre-shaping compensates for this, meaning there is no noticeable performance sacrifice. If you already own RDM masts for your wave sails, you're good to go. The 6.6, 7.3 and 7.8 can also be rigged on SDM masts if that's what you already have.

Lightweight Handling & Easy Rigging

Thanks to its cam-free design, shorter boom and increased cutaway clew, the X_PACE rigs quickly and rotates smoothly. Compared to cambered race sails:

• Much easier waterstarts
• Lighter when lifting from the water
• No cam rotation issues
• Faster rigging time

X_PACE vs Other Duotone Sails

If you race competitively, the WARP_FIN still wins. If you want speed without the struggle, the X_PACE is the smarter choice. And if you want a more relaxed ride than the X_PACE, step down to the E_PACE.

Where It Sits in the Range

Sam's order of the range, from relaxed to race: E_PACE, E_PACE SLS, X_PACE, then WARP_FIN. The E_PACE has lots of passive low-end power, which is great for heavier riders who are still learning to get going, but it can top out and lose stability when overpowered. The SLS version is a different animal, with a carbon X-Ply panel that gives better control. The X_PACE has less grunt at the bottom end, but far more speed and stability once you're powered up. It's also in stock, whereas the WARP_FIN is now made to order and has to be pre-ordered.

X_PACE vs WARP_FIN: Jenna's View

Jenna Gibson races the WARP_FIN, and still rates the X_PACE as great fun, especially in rough conditions where an easy sail you can throw around is a real benefit. The WARP_FIN just wants to keep going, holds speed better through chop and the jibe, and has the marginal gains that matter in racing. Her rule of thumb: the X_PACE gets going earlier, so you'd use the same size in slightly lighter wind. For example, a 6.2 X_PACE for the wind range of a 6.7 WARP_FIN.

She also reckons the X_PACE handles being overpowered better than any no-cam sail she has used, and that a little powered up is where it's at its best. Sam has held the 7.8 in high-20s winds at close to 30 knots, at just over 70kg.

Boards, Masts & Sizes

Best Board Partners

The X_PACE is a race-style sail, so it's at its best on a race-leaning board. Sam always runs it on the Blitz (D/LAB or SLS) and Jenna's main combination is the Falcon, which she says works absolutely beautifully. It will work on an Eagle or any freeride or freerace board, but the Eagle is better matched to the E_PACE.

Which Mast?

Duotone's designers recommend the best mast for the best performance, which is the 100% carbon Platinum. The 90% carbon Gold is also approved. The sail is rigged on RDM masts, so it opens up lighter wind days without buying lots more equipment. A bonus: you can run a carbon SLS Power.XT extension for an all-carbon rig, which you can't do with the aluminium SDM WARP_FIN.

Note that the 5.8 rigs on a short 400 RDM, which is quite a small mast for a sail that size. The 460 RDM is now also available in full Platinum.

Available Sizes

The X_PACE is available in eight sizes covering a wide wind range from powered-up blasting to strong-wind performance:

The new 4.6 and 5.0 open the X_PACE up to strong-wind, long-distance racing such as Défi Wind, where a smaller rig on a skinny RDM mast is more comfortable over a long, choppy course.

Not sure which size suits your weight, local conditions or mast setup? Get in touch and we'll help you find the right fit.

Is the Duotone X_PACE Worth It?

If you want race-level speed, explosive acceleration, high-wind stability, RDM compatibility and zero cam faff — yes, absolutely. The X_PACE delivers the performance of a cambered race sail with the practicality and usability of a freeride sail. It is one of the most exciting freerace sails on the market right now.

"The X_PACE generates power, acceleration, speed and a locked-in feel that rivals any cambered sail. It's our fastest no-cam sail ever." — Duotone Design Team