{"product_id":"gong-wingfoil-inflatable-hipe-diamond-26","title":"GONG | Wing foil Board Inflatable HIPE Diamond","description":"\u003ch4 id=\"isPasted\"\u003eProgram\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp id=\"isPasted\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHIPE Diamond\u003c\/strong\u003e is a glide-focused inflatable \u003cstrong\u003emid-length\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003ewing\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efoiling\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elowkite\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to take off early while staying versatile from light wind to freesurf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePresentation\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp id=\"isPasted\"\u003eInstant glide, easy take-off, and real versatility: the HIPE Diamond 2026 is the inflatable mid-length that lets you cover a wide range of conditions without making life complicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts benefit is immediate: it naturally builds speed before lift-off. The outline is relatively narrow through the midsection for glide, with proportionally wider tips and a supportive nose and tail to keep a solid fore\/aft balance. You get a mid-length that lifts early, accelerates smoothly, and stays comfortable when conditions turn more “freesurf”.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn practice, that means taking off without burning yourself out pumping and without having to oversize your wing: you ride cooler, longer, and with more efficiency, without sacrificing that easy, “stable enough” feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 2026, the Diamond has been refined to boost glide even further, with around \u003cstrong\u003e-5L at the same size\u003c\/strong\u003e. The outline that makes it work stays the same, but with less of that “pushing water” sensation: the board runs cleaner, accelerates more naturally, and the lowkite program becomes even more intuitive thanks to the extra glide. The rocker stays fast all the way into the nose, with just enough kick up front for comfort without killing acceleration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts positioning is clear: more compact and more versatile than a Cruzader, while offering more glide than a compact board. It’s exactly the right format for riders who want one board that’s efficient in wing foiling from light wind through freeride\/freesurf, and truly coherent in lowkite. One detail matters a lot for that use: we deliberately keep extra deck pad length behind the rear-strap insert, so your toes stay on the pad when the lowkite pulls hard at the start, making control easier in that high-tension phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComfort underfoot also steps up in 2026. The strap inserts are now fully \u003cstrong\u003eflush with the deck pad\u003c\/strong\u003e: a flat surface with zero irritation, whether you’re lying down, kneeling, or standing. Strapless or in a more committed setup, contact is direct, with a feel very close to a hard board. The three rear-strap positions let you fine-tune your stance precisely and choose exactly where you sit between comfort and control, depending on your level and your style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike all HIPE boards, the Diamond relies on GONG’s hybrid technology: a rigid composite base for hold and precision, paired with an inflatable dropstitch volume for forgiveness, safety, and easy transport. The\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;ICS plate\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers reference stiffness with no flex or twist, for a feel very close to a hard board and impressive durability. The weight optimization introduced in 2025 is obvious the moment you pick it up, and it directly improves everyday comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in six sizes, from \u003cstrong\u003e5’0 to 6’6 (75L to 120L)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the HIPE Diamond covers a wide range of riders and programs in wing lightwind, freeride, freefly, downwind\/freesurf, and lowkite, with a simple logic: keep a fast, predictable, gliding board that’s easy to take anywhere. Tested by the Team in all conditions, including very strong wind and tropical heat, it’s a versatile, durable inflatable board built to support multiple seasons of progression.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GONG","offers":[{"title":"5'0 \/ White","offer_id":56400637297015,"sku":"GON26INFWIFHIPDIABRU-50","price":779.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5'4 \/ White","offer_id":56400637362551,"sku":"GON26INFWIFHIPDIABRU-54","price":827.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5'6 \/ White","offer_id":56400637395319,"sku":"GON26INFWIFHIPDIABRU-56","price":839.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5'10 \/ White","offer_id":56400637329783,"sku":"GON26INFWIFHIPDIABRU-510","price":863.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6'2 \/ White","offer_id":56400637428087,"sku":"GON26INFWIFHIPDIABRU-62","price":875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6'6 \/ White","offer_id":56400637460855,"sku":"GON26INFWIFHIPDIABRU-66","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/5975\/5071\/files\/00-26-1500-WING-BOARD-INFLATABLE-2026-HIPE_DIAMOND-5_6-GONGWING-TB.png?v=1772557505","url":"https:\/\/www.gong-galaxy.com\/en-us\/products\/gong-wingfoil-inflatable-hipe-diamond-26","provider":"GONG Galaxy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}