GEAR: WHICH V3 FOIL SHOULD YOU CHOOSE FOR KITE FOILING?

We guide you through our range to the foil that will let you soar above the spot on your kite foiling gear!

While we offer a wide variety of foils, the selection for your kite foil setup centers around models with the more compact shapes and sizes in our range. Unlike other foiling disciplines that require foils with significant lift or glide, like pumping or downwind, a kite foiler can take advantage of their kite's power and choose foils with smaller dimensions that promote speed and maneuverability.

Lift and glide are still major features though, but the needs are adjusted to the specifics of kite foiling, as well as your level and your programs. Below, we present the most suitable options for:

Beginners
Progression
Lightwind
Freeride
Freestyle
Big air
Wave riding
Racing

Kitesurfer: Airton, GONG team rider, with a Fronteira HDCC and Fluid H V3 foil setup.

For beginners:

X-Over V3 (Only small sizes, <1000 cm²): Perfect for discovering kite foiling, the small X-Over V3 offers generous lift and reassuring stability, making the first flights easier. Ideal for building a solid foundation with an intuitive and forgiving wing.
Ascent V3 (Only small sizes, <1000 cm²): With a smooth and balanced lift, the small Ascent V3 allows for rapid progression while providing enough maneuverability to build technical skills.
Curve H V3 (Small sizes): Its accessible and forgiving profile, combined with moderate lift, makes it an ideal wing for beginners looking to experience the first sensations of carving.

Kitefoiler: Jules, GONG staff, with a Catch FSP 2X and Curve setup.

To progress

Curve H V3 (small sizes): With a good balance of maneuverability and forgiveness, the Curve V3 is ideal for exploring more technical aspects and developing your skills.
Fluid H V3 (small sizes): Smooth glide and enhanced responsiveness, perfect for intermediate riders looking to increase their speed and precision.
Veloce H V3 (small sizes): With a high aspect ratio, it combines performance and control, perfect for refining your technique and pushing your speed limits.

Kitesurfer: Patrice Guénolé, Boss & Shaper, with a Fronteira HDCC and Veloce H V3 foil setup.

Lightwind

Curve H V3 (small sizes): An excellent option for light wind, with enough lift and great maneuverability to enjoy the light breezes with ease.
Fluid H V3 (small sizes): With smooth glide and high tolerance, the Fluid V3 excels in light wind conditions while allowing for stylish riding.
Veloce H V3 (small sizes): Designed for fast and smooth glide, this front wing performs particularly well in lightwind. Alternatively, the Veloce HDW V3 (small size only), with its impressive glide and high ratio, can be used in marginal conditions to maximize apparent wind speed.

Freeride

Fluid H V3 (small sizes): With a natural glide and carving ability, it offers a smooth and dynamic freeride experience.
Curve H V3 (small sizes): Stability and forgiveness make it easy to handle, perfect for relaxed freeride sessions.
Veloce H V3 (small sizes): Its fast glide and controlled maneuverability make it ideal for experienced riders looking to maximize their pleasure in fast freeride sessions.

Kitefoiler: Béryl, GONG staff, with a Kiwii HDCC, Elips Aramid DP and Veloce H V3 foil.

Freestyle

Ypra Surf-Freestyle V3 (450-680 cm²): Optimized for radical tricks and aerial moves, this front wing combines pop, responsiveness, and low-end forgiveness. Ideal for quick transitions and technical maneuvers.
Fluid H V3 (small sizes): Responsive and maneuverable, it allows for smooth transitions and aerial tricks with ease.

Kite foiler : Thomas, staff GONG, en Fronteira HDCC, Ayto Aramid DP et foil Fluid H V3.

Big air

Ypra Surf-Freestyle V3 (450-550 cm²): Designed for extreme jumps, it offers maximum control and exceptional pop, perfect for reaching dizzying heights.
Fluid H V3 (small sizes, <550 cm²): A fast and responsive alternative for riders seeking a stable and maneuverable wing for big air.

Kitefoiler: Thomas, GONG staff, with Ayto Aramid DP, Fronteira HDCC and Fluid V3.

Wave riding

Ypra Surf V3 (small sizes): The reference for wave riding, it combines speed and control for safe, precise, and smooth trajectories.
Fluid H V3 (small sizes): Ideal for carving and snapping in the waves, it offers an excellent balance between glide and maneuverability.
Curve H V3 (small sizes): Forgiving at low speed and easy to handle, it is perfect for exploring the waves and developing your style without stress.

Kitefoiler: Mathieu, GONG team rider, with a kite Unik, Fronteira HDCC and Curve setup.

Race

Ypra Race V3: The ultimate racing foil, this ultra-fast and precise wing is designed to maximize performance both upwind and downwind.
Ypra Slalom V3: More forgiving than the Ypra Race, it combines maneuverability and speed to excel in freerace and slalom. Ideal for versatile competitors.
Veloce H V3 (small sizes): A more accessible option to get started with racing while offering a good balance between speed and control.

Patrice Guénolé, GONG Boss & Shaper, with a Unik kite, Fronteira FSP Pro, HM107 mast and Veloce V3 setup.

Conclusion

The GONG V3 foils for kite foiling cover all needs, from learning to competition, including freeride, freestyle, and big air. Each kite has been carefully designed to meet the specific requirements of each discipline.

Explore kite foiling with precision, performance, and fun thanks to the diversity and quality of the GONG V3 range.