Location: Marazion, Cornwall
Featuring: Sam Latham (Worthing Watersports) & Lee ‘Pasty’ Harvey
When it comes to upgrading or choosing your next front wing, the question we get asked more than anything else is:
👉 Should I go for the Duotone Carve 3.0 or the Glide 2.0?
We headed down to Marazion in Cornwall to meet up with Lee ‘Pasty’ Harvey, pro rider and wing foil coach, to talk through the real-world differences between these two next-gen Duotone front wings.
🪶 Glide 2.0 – Efficiency Meets Excitement
The Glide 2.0 is Duotone’s go-to high-aspect freeride foil, perfect for riders who want to get going early in light winds, cover long distances, and link turns with ease. It’s:
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More efficient through the water
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Has a lower stall speed than the original Glide
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Ideal for downwinding, flat water freeride, and progressive tacks/jibes
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Perfect for inland riders looking to squeeze the most out of every session
💡 The Glide 900 feels very comparable in lift and power to the Carve 1100 – but with far more glide and pumpability.
🌊 Carve 3.0 – Wave-Focused, But So Much More
The Carve 3.0 is the third generation of Duotone’s legendary wave and freestyle foil, but it’s also evolved into something much more versatile. It’s:
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Super stable underfoot, giving huge rider confidence
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Great for wave riding, freestyle, and punchy conditions
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Surprisingly fast, letting you hold control in critical sections
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Now has better glide and pumpability than ever before
💡 It’s the best for powered up riding and wave control – and still our top pick for freestyle pop.
🧪 Construction Options:
Both wings come in:
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D/LAB: ultralight, low-drag, high-performance build
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SLS: still premium, but slightly heavier and more robust, and compatible with 3-bolt aluminium fuselages
🎯 Who Should Ride What?
Glide 2.0:
➡️ Riders chasing lightwind, flatwater performance
➡️ Freeride/downwind specialists
➡️ Upgrading from Aero Free, looking for the next step
Carve 3.0:
➡️ Wave riders or freestyle-focused foilers
➡️ Riders wanting control and confidence in rougher conditions
➡️ Want to progress wave riding or ride tight, controlled lines
🎥 Watch the full video conversation with Lee ‘Pasty’ Harvey here:
🛒 Check out the foils on our site:
We’re a Duotone Specialist Retailer, so if you want to try before you buy, have questions, or want to know what works with your current setup, drop us a message or give us a call. All our foils come with free UK shipping and expert advice built in.
Got a question about foil choice? Leave a comment or contact us directly – we’re always happy to help you get the most out of your time on the water