GEAR: LOWKITES V3: PACKING, UPWIND & CONTROL!

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29 april 2026 0

GONG confirms its product range structure with models dedicated to each program.

The common features of this major evolution are: easier packing, early takeoff, great control in high wind range, and lowkites that are easier and more fun in flight.

The bridles are shorter for perfect packing and responsive lowkites.

They are lightweight, absorb gusts, and provide smooth, intuitive riding.

Whether you’re a beginner or already hooked, this new generation delivers top performance more easily.

Key evolutions of the range

The entire V3 2026 range benefits from extensive foundational work:

Optimized leading edge structure and internal layout:

> Perfect profile hold in all conditions

Shortened bridles tailored to each shape:

> Intuitive and predictable handling

Reworked bar angles and dimensions for greater comfort:

> Precise and responsive steering

Colored lines for greater simplicity
Half sizes available to fine-tune your quiver perfectly
Expanded size ranges on certain models

Result: smoother, more stable, easier lowkites… but above all, higher performance.

Foilers: Ava, Valentin and Malo with their 2026 lowkites.

PLUS: the freeride queen

The PLUS enhances what makes it strong: simplicity.

Its shape evolves with precision to offer even more stability, especially in gusts. It’s even more forgiving, while keeping the reassuring feel that makes it a benchmark for progressing or cruising.

The addition of new sizes and half sizes allows you to perfectly match your choice to the conditions.

On the water: stable, forgiving, and efficient across a very wide wind range.

Foiler: Malo, GONG team rider, with the Plus 2026.

NEUTRA: carves and surfs

The NEUTRA confirms its role as the most versatile model in the range.

Shorter bridles, even more tip stability, and a livelier feel: it gains responsiveness without losing precision. High-end control improves significantly as well, and packing is even easier.

On the water: an agile, precise, and ultra-versatile lowkite for pushing turns in bumps and waves.

Foiler: Valentin, GONG staff, with the Xiggy EPS Pro and the Neutra 2026.

NEUTRA LIGHT: lightness and freedom

New for 2026, the NEUTRA LIGHT takes downwind riding to the extreme.
Maximum reduction of weight and bulk!!!

Lightweight construction, simplified bridle, extreme compactness… everything is designed to ease use and maximize freedom.

Its SKYTEX 32 g/m² construction, an ultra-light fabric, delivers unmatched lightness and smoothness in flight, while enabling magical packing.
It flies in very little wind, remains stable almost without wind, and packs in no time.

On the water: ultra-light, highly maneuverable, ideal when underpowered, it offers excellent upwind ability to position yourself for the best downwinds.

Foiler: Mathieu, GONG team rider, with the Cruzader Diamond FSP Pro and the Neutra Light 2026.

A small detail that changes everything: on the NEUTRA and NEUTRA LIGHT, the bag becomes a true session tool. Wide zip opening, waist carry like a hip pack, ergonomic back padding, front strap to attach a harness hook, leash attachments, quick Velcro closure… you can cross the shore break safely, ride comfortably, pack easily mid-flight, or carry a second lowkite to adapt to changing conditions. And it comes as standard with all NEUTRA models!!!

DROID: power, maneuverability and control

With this new high-overlap single-skin shape, the DROID combines power and moves to the extreme.

Compact, powerful, short bridles, with the center of effort close to the rider: it’s made for sending and linking maneuvers. The lift is almost like a wing, the pull is constant, and control remains perfect even in the most committed tricks.

On the water: a lowkite that takes off instantly, stable on tacks and in rotations, and built for freestyle and powerful riding.

Foiler: Malo, GONG team rider, with the Hyperloop FSP Pro, the Droid 2026, the HM85 mast and the Ypra Freestyle foil.

PULSE: glide and performance

The PULSE also evolves with a freerace single-skin shape with high overlap.

Its high aspect ratio maximizes glide and upwind ability. It accelerates hard, stays perfectly locked in, and turns every gust into speed. Despite its performance focus, it remains accessible thanks to its longer bridles and comfortable high-end range.

On the water: fast, efficient on long runs, easy to relaunch and handle, designed for freeride and freerace with a harness on long distances.

Foiler: Bastien, GONG team rider, with the Racer FSP Pro, the Pulse 2026 and the Ypra Race foil.

2026 Bars: choose your setup

GONG is changing its approach: lowkites are now sold without a bar.

The idea is simple: let you choose exactly the feeling you want.

Three main options

Carbon Light Bar

The simple and efficient solution:

Lightweight and rigid carbon construction
Minimalist design
Direct feel

Perfect for stow, surf, and downwinds without constraints.

Carbon SRS Light Bar

The full-option bar.

Integrated SRS rail for harness line:
- Natural ergonomics: free and unobstructed hand placement.
- Integrated design: no risk of tangling or catching in the lines
Front extension for more control and better upwind ability
Ultra-comfortable ergonomic EVA grip
Optimized hand positioning

Maximum comfort and precise control, even in strong winds.

Carbon SRS Hollow Bar

The most ultimate version.

Hollow tapered rear half-bar for lighter weight and easier packing
Integrated SRS rail for harness line:

Natural ergonomics: free and unobstructed hand placement
Integrated design: no risk of tangling or catching in the lines

Ergonomics pushed to the maximum
Front extension for more control and better upwind ability

Ultra high-performance, compact, and designed for demanding riders.

SRS Harness Line

The SRS system comes with its dedicated harness line.

Designed to integrate perfectly with the system, the SRS line offers ergonomics built for natural and completely free hand placement. Its design eliminates any risk of tangling or catching in the lines.