The compact and powerful wing for freeride, your first tricks, and wave riding.
The compact and powerful wing for freeride, first tricks, and wave riding — with total versatility in grip options. The Droid Perf 2026 carries forward the DNA of this iconic model in a versatile version, designed to adapt to all preferences and riding styles.
Compatible with textile handles, rigid handles, or a boom, it allows every rider to optimize their setup according to skill level, style, conditions, or even the spot. It retains the power, easy takeoff, light-wind efficiency, and intuitive handling that built its reputation, while adding total freedom of adjustment to fine-tune comfort and performance.
The new shape, inherited from the Team Series developments, with a redesigned leading edge and smaller, more set-back tips, delivers immediate gains in maneuverability and smoothness. Rotations feel more natural, tacks and jibes are effortless, and wing placement while riding becomes instinctive. Handling is precise and enjoyable in every phase, while Perf technology provides a more breathable, forgiving behavior that builds confidence and makes it easier to unlock the wing’s full potential.
The compact outline and deep profile benefit from greatly improved draft stability. This perfectly positioned draft does not cavitate, does not shift randomly, and always delivers power exactly where you want it. When depowered, it completely disappears. You can settle comfortably, point upwind with ease, relaunch after a move or jibe smoothly, and absorb gusts with remarkable softness.
Depending on your preferences, you can set up the Droid Perf Series 2026 with textile handles for more flexibility and comfort when absorbing impacts, use rigid handles for ultra-precise control, or switch to a boom for total control of your wing, even one-handed. Switching from one system to another is easy. Just screw or unscrew four small bolts on the adapter pieces supplied with each system. Unlike other brands, our full-strut strap mounting system is extremely strong and does not wear out over time. The rigid handle, boom, and textile handle systems are sold separately, so everyone only buys what they actually need.
Another advantage: this version packs into a compact backpack, similar to a kite bag, making it convenient for everyday transport. A valuable asset for travelers or those looking to save space.
Please note that with this version, you will need to purchase an optional boom or light boom bagto store your wing when assembled with a boom.
Built in Dacron with advanced stitching and optimized reinforcements, the Droid Perf 2026 combines strength and durability. More breathable and softer than an Aramid, it still delivers a performance level surprisingly close to the Aramid 2025, while remaining accessible and forgiving. Perf technology guarantees exemplary solidity and maximum durability, session after session, with no worries about gear.
The Droid Perf 2026 is the joy of a compact, powerful, and intuitive wing that adapts to all your desires and takes you farther, higher, and longer — whatever your ambitions.
Technical sheet
Système GFS V2 de poignées interchangeables pour passer des poignées rigides, aux poignées textiles ou au boom carbone.
Bord d’attaque en Dacron DP175LL 160g/m2.
Latte centrale en Dacron DP175LL 160g/m2.
Canopy triple ripstop 54g/m2.
Bladder de latte renforcé.
Renforts insigna sur les coutures pour une meilleure durabilité.
Tips saver en Nylon 1680D pour protéger des frottements sur les tips.
Renforts kevlar sous les fixations de poignées / boom sur la latte.
Une poignée textile semi rigide de Downwind sur le bord d’attaque.
Système de préhension à ajouter au panier car vendu séparément.
Système de fixation intégré des bouts de harnais.
Micro lattes en fibre de verre anti-flappement avec embout moulé pour une finition irréprochable.
Système de One pump pour un gonflage rapide.
Une valve de gonflage et une valve dégonflage rapide.
Camera safety loop aux tips et proche de la strut.
Attache de leash sous la poignée de Down wind.
Buying guide
Freestylers, freeriders, and thrill-seekers, this wing is made for you!
The Droid is designed for those who want a compact, powerful, and ultra-responsive wing. Accessible for motivated beginners yet crafted for experienced riders seeking high performance, it adapts to your skill level while driving you to improve.
Powerful and undeniably high-performing, it’s designed for those who want to push their potential to the fullest. The Droid delivers strong acceleration and demands an assertive physical presence, making it ideal for riders eager to push their limits. While its intensity is a major asset for freestyle and jumps, it can be softened for freeriding by using a harness, especially on longer runs.
The Droid is an ultra-versatile wing that excels in demanding disciplines while remaining accessible. Here are its key strengths:
Each model has its own personality, but they all share a common goal: to provide you with the best experience on the water, with style and performance.
Plus: A versatile, accessible wing designed for progression.
Droid: Explosive power for surfing and freestyle.
Neutra: The fluid wing for surfing, freefly, and endless carving.
The Droid is your ultimate companion for thrilling, seamless sessions. With its compact design, agility, and exceptional performance, it transforms each ride into a flawless experience.
Don’t overestimate the power of wings. A rider weighing 85kg will need 15-20 knots with a 5m² wing to fly at first. After about fifteen sessions, they will be able to fly at 15 knots with a 5m². And if they are athletic, they will pump hard and lift off at 12 knots in 5m² to get through lulls at 8 knots. This is a learning process and takes time.
The choice of leading edge material depends mainly on your program and goals. If you prefer cruising in freeride, are just starting tricks, or enjoy surf and freefly, a Dacron leading edge and central strut will be ideal.
If, on the other hand, you love riding hard with a wing that pulls powerfully and will fly sky high, don’t hesitate! The UPE Aramid will provide absolute stiffness with undeniable advantages. The performance gap is significant—it goes faster, higher, and turns incredibly well thanks to its thinner diameters.
Finally, to push even further into the performance realm, combine the UPE Aramid structure with the ultra-rigid Code X canopy fabric. You’ll boost your performance by 15%, reaching the pinnacle of high-level wing performance.
The Droid wing works with everything but pairs especially well with a compact, lightweight board—or a Cruzader for light wind.
Here are the typical pairings:
Cruzader for light wind
Mint for freeride
Stunt for freestyle
Mint, a short Cruzader, or a Lethal for freefly
Lethal for surf
Naturally, it’s best matched with a performance-oriented foil, with an 85cm mast. Ideal foil pairings:
Veloce HDW or Sirus for light wind
Fluid for freeride
Ypra Surf-Freestyle for freestyle
Veloce for freefly
Curve or Fluid for surf
To complete the setup, you can (and should) add a SUP or a surf foil for no-wind days, a kite to get airborne and probably a quiver of surfboards for those perfect waves. But if you’re venturing into wing foiling, chances are you already have some of these toys in your garage.
A wing leash from 5'5" to 8' is ideal. Preferably one designed specifically for winging, and of the coiled-type leash style. A short leash makes it easier to grab the wing quickly. A long leash keeps the wing further away from foil drops in the sail, giving it more space to move.
Always check its condition before each session and replace it every year. It’s your life vest.
Don’t let your wing flap around in the wind at the end of the leash, it’s not indestructible! Also, in the waves, don’t hold onto the wing with the leash, it will break or you may injure yourself.
The Droid doesn't require a harness for surf/freestyle as the reaches are short. However, it's a powerful and responsive wing that will be much more effective with a harness in a race program or even freeride, for those who want to fully exploit its capabilities.
Riding without a harness feels liberating as you have full freedom of movement. It’s a very pleasant feeling.
That being said, you’ll need to use a smaller wing and do shorter reaches to avoid tiring out your arms. This also means you'll have to pump frequently to take off again.
All our wings come with harness line attachments.
This gives you the option to use a harness or not.
Therefore, if you prefer to ride powered up, using a harness is almost essential if you don’t want your sessions to be cut short after an hour. Setting up the harness lines is very easy (refer to our tutorials on the forum). We suggest using the least rigid and most minimal harness, with either a small hook or a windsurf-style hook for better comfort.
Lengths of 24 to 28 cm between the strut and the V-shape’s end will be perfect.
A length of 30 to 32 cm makes learning easier. A small diameter line and a thin sheath are essential, as windsurfing lines, for example, are too heavy and rigid, making them dangerous during tacks and other tricks.
So it’s up to you to decide if the sensation and aesthetics take priority over performance. But more and more riders are using harnesses, as the trend is towards more powerful wings and higher performance.
The choice is yours, but the trend towards the boom is clear:
Soft textile handles for beginners, for surfing, for freefly, to protect yourself and the board, and for a very light wing.
Semi-rigid textile handles for a good level of performance thanks to precise and responsive handling, as well as better energy transmission during pumping, for example.
Carbon rigid handles to keep it light and generate stronger traction. Handling is extremely precise. The pistol grip on the front handle is very comfortable and practical.
Boom for maximum power and a true “windsurf” sensation. You have the freedom to grip the wing as you wish. It allows for more tricks and a broader range of use, all while being very lightweight, contrary to what you might think.
Handles offer very compact storage in a backpack, while the boom is stored lengthwise. However, it's worth noting that you can fit just as many boom wings as handle wings in a board bag. The boom doesn’t take up more space, it just occupies it differently.
Wings without windows are less expensive, 200g lighter, and more compact for storage.
Wings with windows are safer, more rigid, and offer quicker responsiveness.
For beginners, a wing with windows is essential because safety takes priority over the few grams you might lose. The windows are not for sightseeing: they are designed to let you see a silhouette to prevent executing a dangerous turn that could cause a collision.
Equipments
Two discreetly placed harness attachments on the strut let you connect your GONG harness line, allowing you to ride for long hours without fatigue.
Almost rigid, it greatly enhances the control of the wing in both freefly and surfing.
The new oval stitching and reinforcements on the downwind handle anchor points help distribute the forces more evenly across the leading edge, ensuring long-lasting durability.
The Dyneema leash attachment is now located on the intrados side of the DW handle, preventing the leash from getting in the way while freeflying.
The leading edge and central strut are connected by the One Pump system for quick inflation in one go. The clip then locks the airflow between the bladders to ensure the wing’s buoyancy in case of a leak in the strut or leading edge. This feature is vital for safety.
The inflation valve on the leading edge is doubled on the strut for immediate deflation and compact storage. Using One Pump, you inflate through the leading edge only in a few seconds and deflate just as quickly by unscrewing both valves.
Micro fiberglass battens on the trailing edge: light and very effective in preventing flapping. They maintain the profile all the way to the trailing edge for optimal airflow.
Lightweight and strong, they are easily replaceable to keep your wing in top condition year after year.
To capture your wing sessions, we’ve added a discreet nylon leash attachment on each tip and near the strut to secure your camera mounted on the leading edge or strut with a Flymount, allowing you to ride without stress. The leash attachment is strategically placed so it doesn’t interfere with your camera’s field of view! You’ll be able to create stunning shots and share them without the risk of losing your camera!
A repair kit, including bladder patches and fabric, is included with your wing.
A durable and practical backpack comes with your wing. It’s perfectly designed with a large U-shaped zipper for easy storage, a ventilation grid, comfortable padding, compression straps, and straps for the pump (not provided).
Don't forget to bring a pump!
Please note that this bag, which comes as standard, is not designed to hold a wing with a boom attached. You can purchase a boom bag or a light boom bag as an option.
GONG creates durable wings: this is at the core of our specifications. Never let you down.
GONG extends the lifespan of its durable wings: providing all the parts for our products for 10 years is a challenge we embrace with pride. We’re convinced that a great wing today will still be great in 5 years with proper care. And this care is beneficial to the planet, as it makes it possible for many young riders to purchase used wings at affordable prices.
To guarantee your wing’s longevity, regular maintenance is essential.
1/ We can handle it for you in our workshop. Our team of specialists is available to diagnose and fix any problems.
2/ We keep the necessary spare parts in stock, including fabric. Just place an order online, or ask your preferred repair shop to do so.
If the part is unfortunately out of stock, we will order it and get it to you as quickly as possible.
Delivery
Orders are prepared and shipped quickly: most are dispatched within 24 to 48 business hours.
The delivery time, meaning the transit of the parcel to your address, then depends on the delivery location and the carrier.
Shipping costs are transparent and calculated based on weight, volume, and delivery address.
You have a 14-day right of withdrawal to return or exchange a new product that does not suit you.
We prioritize sustainable, recyclable, and reusable packaging solutions, minimizing single-use plastic as much as possible while ensuring optimal protection for products, including large items.
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