GEAR: WHICH INFLATABLE BOARD FOR AN ADVANCED WING FOILER?

Choose a HIPE to ride just as hard as on a rigid board.

The HIPE 2026 range is the ultimate blend of rigid board performance and the advantages of inflatable construction. A 100% GONG concept that was a world first when it launched, and which, after many seasons, remains the absolute benchmark thanks to constant evolution in its technology, equipment, and shapes tailored to today’s key disciplines.

Whether it’s high-performance freeride, ultra light wind, freefly, freestyle, or committed wave riding, experienced riders can now choose inflatable solutions that deliver at the highest level across all these programs.

Directly inspired by the shapes of our rigid boards, we now offer in inflatable technology:

The HIPE Cruzader
The HIPE Diamond
The HIPE Freefly
The HIPE Pro

Descriptions and selection guide 👇

Wing foiler: Ava, GONG team rider, on a HIPE Pro, Droid Aramid wing, HM85 mast, Ypra Freestyle V3 front wing and stab.

HIPE Cruzader: the most efficient inflatable wing board for take-off

The HIPE Cruzader is the ultimate board for ultra light conditions. Wing foil, lowkite, downwind, SUP foil, flat start, it’s a true Swiss army knife for those conditions.

Its extremely narrow outline boosts speed on the water before take-off and improves lift-off efficiency. That’s key. Once in the air, it offers a unique ability to carve with strong angles without touching the water, like fully committed, high-speed rail turns.

On flat water, it’s the queen, and it will also surprise you in waves thanks to its very centered stance, making it extremely playful. It even feels shorter than it actually is.

Wing foiler: Mathieu, GONG team rider, on a HIPE Cruzader 2026 and Droid SP Aramid CZ wing.

HIPE Diamond: the ultra-versatile mid-length inflatable wing board

The HIPE Diamond features a mid-length shape that lets you take off very early while maintaining incredible versatility: freeride, freefly, freesurf, jumps, in wing foil or lowkite, it does it all, with that extra touch of glide.

The Diamond gets slimmer in 2026. At equal size, it loses around 5 liters. The outline that makes its strength remains, while glide is improved.

Effortless glide, easy take-off, and true versatility, the HIPE Diamond 2026 is the mid-length HIPE that covers a wide range of conditions without complications.

Wing foiler: Ava, GONG team rider, on a HIPE Diamond, Droid Aramid X wing, HM85 mast, Ypra Freestyle V3 front wing and stab.

HIPE Freefly: the inflatable board dedicated to surf, freefly, and strapless freeride

The HIPE Freefly was developed for those who want to ride strapless, with total freedom of movement. The deck stays clean and uncluttered, and the board is controlled purely by feel. This strapless approach also supports a lighter build: the HIPE Freefly is the lightest in the HIPE range, something you instantly feel, both when carrying it and on the water, especially when quickly switching rails or pumping through bumps.

In 2026, the Freefly takes a major step forward. A complete break from its previous shape: it now adopts a glider-style outline, directly inspired by the rigid Cruzader boards, especially the Cruzader Point.

Wing foiler: Patrice Guénolé, GONG founder and shaper, on a HIPE Freefly 2026 and Neutra Aramid X.

HIPE Pro: the inflatable board for committed surf / freestyle riding

The HIPE Pro 2026 marks the return of our most radical inflatable: a board built to score, push hard, and deliver pure performance sensations.

Designed for experienced riders, it’s lighter, more direct, with a tail that responds instantly and a refined shape for fast, precise control.

On the water, it’s simple: fast glide, powerful acceleration, and explosive pop, with just enough forgiveness to go big without holding back.

Wing foiler: Malo, GONG team rider, on a HIPE Pro, Droid Aramid X, HM85 mast, Ypra Freestyle V3 front wing and stab.

Not sure which inflatable board to choose?

We all have a preferred program, often dictated by the typical conditions at our home spot. Start from that and trust your instincts.

Mostly riding inland waters or looking for a light wind board? Take off effortlessly with the HIPE Cruzader.
Riding in varied conditions for freeride / surf? Go for the glide of the HIPE Diamond.
Strapless surfing is your main motivation? Choose a HIPE Freefly.
You rarely ride without throwing big tricks and/or committed surfing is your goal? The HIPE Pro is the obvious choice.