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NEWS: 2023 RETROSPECTIVE: HIGHLIGHTS OF THE YEAR
The year 2023 brought us some wonderful surprises. The entire GONG team thanks you for accompanying us throughout the year. Relive with us some of the strongest moments of 2023.
01 ｜ January ｜ Release of the film “Trajectory”
As Malo is crowned Freestyle Surf World Champion in Taiba, we take a visual journey through his exceptional career in the now-cult film “Trajectory.” Watch and rewatch without moderation.
02 ｜February｜ Patrice on the Mordu podcast
Rare in the media, our founder Patrice Guénolé opened up on the Mordu podcast. He shares everything about his passion for surfing, his desire to share with the widest audience, his vision for our brand, and his ambitions for the future. Patrice shares his story and entrepreneurial adventure in this exceptional episode, available for replay here.
03 ｜ March ｜ Long Way Around : A retrospective of a magical trip in New Zealand
Our team rider Malo Guénolé and filmmaker Valentin explored New Zealand before the start of the Wing Foil Tour’s first stage. An expedition on the other side of the world marked by memorable surf foil sessions, an exciting wing foil competition, and twists that you can discover in this film.
04 ｜ April ｜ A new range of high-performance rigid SUPs
April witnessed the launch of our new range of rigid SUP boards. Designed by SUP pioneers for demanding enthusiasts, this exceptional range keeps us at the forefront of the sport with ultra-efficient shapes, high-end equipment, the best full sandwich constructions, and a head-turning design!
05 ｜ May ｜ Launch of our new Front Wings range
For those following us on social media and in our magazine, May was the month of Front Wings at GONG! Every week, we introduced and gave away a new range of front wings: X-Over, Curve, Fluid, Veloce, Ypra, Ypra S, and Sirus. A range for today’s and tomorrow’s practices to discover here.
06 ｜ June ｜ Conquering extreme conditions… in light winds
June was marked by the launch of several world firsts to conquer a still little-explored territory: extreme light wind conditions. This includes our Cruzader and HIPE Cruzader, ultimate boards for ultra-light wind wing foil, flat start takeoffs, and downwinds. Also, our range of giant Front Wings that revolutionized wing practice in extreme light conditions. Learn more here.
07 ｜ July｜ World Titles in the Canaries
A colorful summer in sports for GONG, with our team riders being rewarded at the highest global level in wing foil. Especially, Malo and Clément crowned World Champions among the youth in La Palma. Bastien reaching the podium in Freefly Slalom in Fuerte. And Julien Rattotti becoming the very first Big Air World Champion in the history of the sport in Pozo. Relive these moments with us here.
08 ｜ August｜ New kite foil range
August witnessed the launch of an entirely new range of boards offering the highest performance and sensations in kite foil. A range of 3 boards: the versatile Catch, the pocket-sized Fronteira, and the Kiwii for strapless enthusiasts. Exclusively built in full sandwich PVC technologies, vacuum-packed at every stage, these boards offer the best possible ratios of lightness, durability, and dynamism. The ultimate in custom boards, now offered in series!
09 ｜ September ｜ Surf takes center stage!
In September, it’s all about surfing! The Empress joined our surfboard range with retro fish lines for riding as short as possible with style and speed in everyday waves. The goal of this new shape is clear: surf legendary lines that make ordinary conditions tremendously fun.
10 ｜ October ｜New Pulse DP UPE Aramid
Another world first in October with the launch of Pulse DP UPE Aramid. The wing of excellence for achieving sensational speeds on all points of sail. It features two major innovations: the double skin, a “wide sleeve” concept, and a shape that redefines high-speed performance. And the UPE Aramid, a novel material with an Aramid fiber structure that makes the wing lighter, stiffer, and more resistant. Learn more here.
11 | November | An exceptional competition in Brazil
The GONG team displayed an impressive level in November during the Surf-Freestyle competition in Brazil, winning three out of the four top positions. With his victory in the final, Malo was welcomed by cheers from his teammates on the beach, celebrating the collective feat of the GONG team. Their exceptional performances not only beautifully concluded the 2023 Surf-Freestyle season but also carved a historic chapter in the young life of this sport. Congratulations to Malo for a third consecutive victory in Brazil, following those in Taiba, Saquarema, and Cauipe. Relive it here.
12 ｜ December ｜ Mecebom
To end the year on a high note, we shared with you our most beautiful moments in Brazil through the film Mecebom. Embark or re-embark with us behind the scenes of a trip among friends, filled with unforgettable moments and sessions in magical places. Watch the film.
Thank you all for sharing this 2023 with us and creating such memories together. The entire GONG team wishes you the best for the coming year. May this new year be 100% good vibes, full of fun, smiles, creativity, innovations, experiences, and unforgettable moments to share together.
Happy New Year to all!
