GEAR: PULSE RACE ARAMID CZ 2026

Speed without compromise, pushed to the limit

The Pulse Race Aramid CZ 2026 builds on the work already done in the world of competition wingfoil. As the direct heir to GONG’s partial Double Profile revolution, it does more than just move things forward: it sharpens and pushes even further the benchmarks for speed, control and precision.

Designed for demanding riders and committed racers, this new generation refines every detail. Stiffer, faster, more stable.

Absolute, razor‑sharp, uncompromising: the Pulse Race Aramid CZ 2026 is a race‑optimized wing, compliant with IWSA rules and registered with the IWSA for the 2026 race season.

A unique technological foundation: Double Profile, Aramid, Code Zero

Even before talking about the new 2026 features, the Pulse Race is built on a technological platform that has become a benchmark.

The Double Profile (partial double skin) remains the key element. With its partially closed intrados, it drastically reduces drag and stabilizes the wing at high speed. The result is constant pull, a wing that naturally settles into the apparent wind, and exceptionally smooth glide. The faster you go, the more the power becomes efficient and exploitable.
The UPE Aramid structure, twice as light as Dacron, delivers extreme stiffness and total control over deformation. The wing no longer suffers the wind; it responds. Every input is direct, every re‑acceleration instant.
Finally, the Code Zero X‑Ply canopy is ultra rigid, locking the profile and guaranteeing perfect aerodynamic stability. Paired with Aramid, it forms a unique combo on the market: light, punchy and incredibly precise.

This foundation already makes it an out‑of‑the‑ordinary wing. But in 2026, GONG takes it even further.

Wing foiler: Bastien, GONG team rider, on Racer FSP Pro, Pulse Race Aramid CZ, Ypra Race mast and Ypra Race foil

2026: a targeted evolution towards pure performance

The Pulse Race Aramid CZ 2026 is a methodical evolution in which every change has been engineered to gain knots.

The biggest leap comes from the new strut system. The addition of a fourth strut and the introduction of an untapered inflatable center strut create an ultra‑rigid structural block. The profile stays locked in place even under full load, eliminating any unwanted flutter in gusts.
The now‑segmented double skin allows for extremely fine tension management. Airflow is cleaner and more stable, and the wing runs without aerodynamic disturbance.
The increased leading‑edge diameter further boosts overall stiffness. It holds more pressure, deforms less and converts all that stored energy into acceleration.
On the handling side, the new windows significantly improve visibility, while the valve access zip simplifies setup. The new trailing‑edge outline recenters the power for explosive re‑acceleration and ultra‑precise control.
Finally, doubled reinforcements on key areas let you pump it harder, increase stiffness and guarantee maximum durability, even under extreme stress.

Wing foiler: Bastien, GONG team rider, on Racer FSP Pro, Pulse Race Aramid CZ, Ypra Race mast and Ypra Race foil

A redesigned outline to boost efficiency

With a more centered surface area and refined tips, the wing becomes more compact, more reactive and more efficient. Power is concentrated in the middle, giving a more stable drive and a better, more even feel in the hands.

Result:

less drag at the wing tips
more control at high speed
sharper acceleration
better efficiency at racing angles

This compactness also improves safety and handling in critical phases, especially around the marks.

Absolute stiffness, total control.

The Pulse Race 2026 reaches an unprecedented level of stiffness.

Thanks to the Aramid + Code Zero + new strut combination, the profile is perfectly locked in. Even in the heaviest gusts, the wing stays stable, with no vibration or unwanted deformation.

The complete strut system (structural, central and anti‑vibration) keeps support uniform across the entire surface. It delivers sensations close to full‑on race windsurfing: a rig that is locked‑in, powerful and ultra stable.

This stiffness translates directly into performance: more speed, more upwind angle, more control.

The Pulse Race Aramid CZ 2026 delivers continuous, almost limitless acceleration. It makes perfect use of apparent wind and provides progressive power that builds with speed without ever becoming unstable.

Its behavior is unique:

efficient takeoff
explosive acceleration
total stability at high speed
precise control in committed phases

It lets you run smaller foils, go faster and keep a constant, flowing glide, even in traffic or challenging conditions. This is a wing made to be sheeted in, locked in and pushed at 100%. A true racing machine.

Wing foiler: Bastien, GONG team rider, on Racer FSP Pro, Pulse Race Aramid CZ, Ypra Race mast and Ypra Race foil