Guide updated June 2026
The Altis Focus Hybrid parawing lets you drive hard upwind, master your speed, and absorb gusts. Packing remains simple. This parawing is stable and damped. It is also fast, designed for confident riding when the pace picks up.
KEY INFORMATION
Everything you need to know before choosing your Focus Hybrid.
What we like
- Enhanced stability thanks to the hybrid design, even in gusts
- Softer, more progressive traction, ideal for medium to strong wind
- Excellent handling at high speed for upwind riding and long upwind runs
- Simple packing: short bridle and spliced Dyneema A-Lines Pack
- Effective depower and adjustable harness line to fine-tune the feel
- Delivered complete: parawing, bar, harness line, and backpack
Available sizes
Color
Use
Level
Included / Not included
- ✓ Included: Focus Hybrid parawing
- ✓ Included: size-specific bar
- ✓ Included: adjustable harness line
- ✓ Included: transport backpack
- ✗ Not included: harness, foil, board
For whom: intermediate to expert riders seeking stability, speed, and control in medium to strong winds
Highlights: cushioned pull, high-speed hold, efficient upwind, simple packing
Sizes: 2.8 · 3.5 · 4.2 · 4.9 · 5.6 m²
Delivered: parawing + bar + harness line + backpack
Price: from €770
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DETAILED DESCRIPTION
A hybrid design built for control
The Focus Hybrid takes the DNA of the Focus range and adds a hybrid design for greater stability and speed. It also offers more comfort. This parawing delivers a softer, more progressive traction, absorbing power peaks better and remaining solid in the window. You'll appreciate its reassuring behavior when conditions get choppy. More stable at high speeds than a single skin, it lets you ride efficiently upwind for long sessions without being affected by wind variations.
Short bridle and simplified packing
The Focus Hybrid's short bridle combines central A-lines made of spliced Dyneema (Pack A-Lines) to quickly reach the Leading Edge and gather the battens in a single motion. The lines are color-coded, and the non-abrasive Dyneema makes folding easy without snagging. The result: quick, clean packing and redeployment, so you don't lose time between runs.
Clean Bar and steering
The bridge architecture and clean bar offer a streamlined grip: comfortable EVA foam grip, hands protected from lines, and direct steering. A depower handle allows for quick power adjustment and extends the wind range when conditions pick up. The whole remains simple and efficient, which makes it clear and true to the range's philosophy.
Flight behavior and wind range
Designed for medium to strong winds, the Focus Hybrid excels in high-speed handling and long upwind runs. Its dampened traction reduces jolts in the front lines. This gives it healthy, predictable behavior, even when the pace quickens. It's the ideal parawing for fast freeride and speed, especially for sessions where control becomes essential.
Materials and Durability
The Focus Hybrid is built with a durable, hydrophobic 31g fabric, featuring reinforcements at stress points and battens designed to last. This parawing withstands real use, maintaining its shape and stiffness over time, and remains reliable session after session, both on the water and when packing.
Adjustable harness line and backpack
The included and adjustable harness line lets you choose more freedom, depower, stability, or power while riding, depending on conditions and your session. The supplied backpack is light, simple, and designed to be forgotten: worn high on the back, compatible with a stash-belt and a harness, it accommodates a parawing for light travel and carefree riding.
FOCUS OR FOCUS HYBRID: HOW TO CHOOSE?
| Focus | Focus Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Feel | Light, direct, free, and responsive. | Stable, smooth, and locked-in, providing enhanced support and feedback. |
| Bar Pressure | Low, so you'll barely notice the parawing. | More present, dampening wind variations. |
| Handling | Natural, intuitive, and reactive. | Stable in its trajectory, it stays on a rail, is forgiving, and makes frontals impossible. |
| Construction | Single skin | Hybrid |
| Ideal Program | Perfect for light wind, upwind, downwind, freeride, waves, and compact packing. | Designed for strong wind (small sizes) and fast freeride and speed (large sizes). |
| Level | Beginner to expert | Suitable for all levels in small sizes, and intermediate to expert riders in 4.9 and 5.6. |
In summary
Choose the Focus for simplicity, lightness, easy take-off, the most intuitive packing, upwind, downwind, or wave riding.
Choose the Focus Hybrid 2.8, 3.5 or 4.2 for maximum stability and safety in strong wind: the parawing stays in place, maintains its trajectory, and forgives mishandling.
Choose the Focus Hybrid 4.9 or 5.6 if you're an intermediate to expert rider looking for a stable, fast, and high-performance parawing for freeride or speed, even in light wind. Upwind performance remains very close to the Focus, with the main difference being trajectory stability.
Comparison based on the ALTIS guide "Focus or Focus Hybrid: how to choose?".
SIZE GUIDE
| Size | A-Lines Pack | Wind Range | AR | Bar | Complete Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 m² | 139 cm | 23+ nds | 2.8 | 30 cm | 0.65 kg |
| 3.5 m² | 142 cm | 18-30 nds | 2.9 | 30 cm | 0.72 kg |
| 4.2 m² | 152 cm | 15-27 nds | 3.0 | 35 cm | 0.78 kg |
| 4.9 m² | 155 cm | 13-25 kts | 2.8 | 35 cm | 0.85 kg |
| 5.6 m² | 165 cm | 11-22 kts | 2.6 | 40 cm | 0.92 kg |
The complete weight includes the parawing, bar, and harness line. The wind range is an estimate for a rider weighing around 75 kg. Your ideal size will depend on your weight, skill level, equipment, the body of water, and the actual conditions you'll be riding in.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Altis |
| Model | Focus Hybrid |
| Type | Hybrid Design Parawing |
| Use | Freeride / Speed / Upwind / Downwind |
| Level | Intermediate to expert |
| Sizes | 2.8 · 3.5 · 4.2 · 4.9 · 5.6 m² |
| Fabric | Crafted from 31 g fabric, it's resistant, durable, and hydrophobic. |
| Reinforcements | Reinforced stress points and durable struts. |
| Bridle | Short bridle with A-Lines pack in spliced Dyneema. |
| Bar | Clean bar with a bridge architecture and EVA foam grip. |
| Depower | Depower handle |
| Harness line | Included and adjustable while riding. |
| Bag | A backpack is included, which holds one parawing. |
| Delivered with | Parawing + bar + harness line + backpack |
FAQ
Which Focus Hybrid size should you choose?
The wind range is provided for a rider weighing approximately 75 kg: choose the 2.8 m² for strong wind (23+ knots) and the 5.6 m² for lighter wind (11-22 knots). Your ideal size depends on your weight, skill level, board, and the specific conditions. If you're unsure, our team will help you select the perfect size for your riding style.
How does it differ from the single-skin Focus?
The Focus Hybrid features a hybrid design that delivers enhanced stability and a more cushioned, progressive traction. It offers superior stability at high speeds, absorbs gusts more effectively, and provides improved control in strong wind. While it requires a bit more experience, it rewards you with exceptional handling and comfort.
What rider level is it for?
The Focus Hybrid is for intermediate to expert riders. They demand speed, upwind performance, and precise control. Stable and cushioned, it requires some adaptation but remains reliable and confidence-inspiring, even when you push the limits.
What's included with the parawing?
The Focus Hybrid comes as a complete kit: the parawing, its size-matched bar, an adjustable harness line, and a transport backpack are all included. Please note that the harness, foil, and board are not included.
Can I try it before buying?
Absolutely! GlissEvolution operates a test center at the La Baule and Pornichet spots. We arrange test sessions by appointment. You can confirm the size and feel for yourself. Contact us to schedule your session.
Delivery and warranty?
Enjoy free shipping on purchases over €150 (conditions apply) and a 2-year warranty. With 20 years of expertise in glisse sports, our shop supports you from selecting your gear to comprehensive after-sales service.
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