21 years of Jaime
The Jaime from Duotone takes its name from Spanish kiteboarding pioneer Jaime Herraiz, one of the early freestyle innovators who helped define modern twin-tip riding.
In 2005 North (now Duotone) launched his pro model “Jaime,” a sandwich-construction twin tip that blew minds at the time and reshaped how kiteboards were built, to the point that its concept is still the backbone of today’s design.
The board has stayed in the line ever since, updated every season but always keeping the same spirit: a high-performance yet accessible freestyle–freeride board that reflects how Jaime himself rode—powerful, stylish, and versatile.
Who is it for?
I’d say the Jaime is for riders who are past the pure-beginner phase and want a board that lets them boost, do basic to advanced freestyle, and still cruise comfortably in everyday conditions. It suits intermediate to advanced kiters who like strong pop, good grip and upwind performance, but who don’t want a super-niche wakestyle plank—think big-air/freestyle-oriented freeriders who want one board to do almost everything.
TRY IT NOW
If you want to deep dive into this amazing board, visit Duotone’s official product page or your local Duotone retailer to check full specs, sizing and rider feedback. Many Duotone shops and partners also run dedicated “try before you buy” or demo programs, so you can often test the Jaime on the water before committing—just reach out to your nearest dealer or test center to see what’s currently available.