DACRON Wing technology

Our wings are made in one of the two largest kite and wing factories in the world according to the quality standards of the best wings.

They are built with the greatest care. The panels are CNC cut and entirely assembled by hand by the best workers in the kite industry.

The materials we use for our wings are among the finest. We are looking for performance of course but we also want endurance and therefore materials that have proven themselves:

  • Leading edge and central strut in very rigid and durable Dacron DP175LL.
  • Top of the range triple Ripstop spinnaker for anti propagation of tears in 54g/m2.
  • Insigna reinforcements on all seams for greater durability.
  • Tip saver in 1680D Nylon to protect against friction on the tips.
  • Kevlar reinforcements under the handle/boom attachments on the central strut.
  • 80 micron thick TPU cushions.
  • One Pump system for quickly inflating and deflating.
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Rigidity

The structure of our wings is composed of a leading edge and a central strut in Dacron DIMENSION POLYANT DP175LL which form a rigid skeleton when the internal TPU bladders are inflated.

Dacron DP175LL is a very durable and very rigid polyester fabric, and this particular variant is also light. A true world reference for Dacron, it is the most proven material on the market. It is perfect for giving excellent performance for as long as possible. It is also easy to find for discreet repairs.

The rigidity of the structure is ensured by bladders in the leading edge and in the central batten. Our bladders are made of 80 microns thick TPU for added strength. The tubes themselves and all the accessories are heat-sealed to withstand significant pressures.

The structure is made up of two independent bladders: one for the leading edge and one for the batten. Connected by the One Pump system, you can inflate them simultaneously thanks to the valve on the leading edge. The One Pump clip separates the airflow between the two bladders at the end of inflation. You thus benefit from a double chamber of safety when sailing and an ease of replacement if necessary.

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Structure

To reinforce the rigidity of the structure, we worked on the longitudinal and volumetric dimensions of the sections of leading edge Dacron DP175LL panels. In the center, the sections are reduced and with a large diameter, the closer you get to the tips, the thinner the leading edge becomes to reinforce the rigidity of the arc of the wing.

Being the control area of the wing, the central strut has also undergone major transformations to stiffen the structure of the wing. The assembly technology for the strut is the same as the one used for the leading edge, with specially reinforced seams to ensure material hold in all conditions.

Our expectations are clear: a very rigid, resistant and light structure.

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Spinnaker fabric

We dress the structure of the wing with a 50g/m² spinnaker canvas, so very light, but weaved in triple ripstop to stiffen and strengthen it. Three large-diameter fibers reinforce the fabric at regular intervals and in two 90° axes. This mesh will stop the tears and prevent them from spreading. But it will also lock the deformations of the fabric to guarantee the stability of the shape when sailing.

This fabric is coated with a protective layer that forms a near impermeable barrier to air and protects it from the sun and humidity so that it lasts as long as possible. This surface treatment also has a water-repellent effect to repel water on the spinnaker instantly and lighten the wing when sailing.

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Reinforcements

Wing foiling is an extreme sport. The equipment has to cope with harsh conditions and this requires the integration of reinforcements.

  • The stitches subject to these heavy loads have been reinforced by the addition of a strap at the seam. Collages, specific stitches, multiple layers for example.
  • The extremities of the leading edge and of the strut are lined with a thick and robust Nylon layer.

    The leash attachment point on the leading edge is even more reinforced than the bridle anchors on a kite. It’s super strong and it’s essential because a break there would cause the wing to explode

Assembly

The panels are cut using a numerical control. Accuracy is absolute to guarantee you a shape that is 100% compliant with our 3D design.

The assembly of the panels is achieved by a succession of sometimes very complex seams. Indeed, while the flat seams in the canopy remain simple, other assemblies such as the batten for example must be sewn using specific techniques, to withstand the constraints of this new sport.

The canopy is an assembly of spinnaker panels that define the profile of the wing with cutouts precisely defined in design on the 3D software SurfPlan. These cutouts are necessary to create a 3D shape from a “flat” fabric, but they also serve to stiffen the canopy in the directions where the efforts are the greatest. Our huge laser cutting table combines precision and pace in order to obtain a result that meets our requirements.

The shape evolves considerably from one model to another depending on the wing program: ease of use, range of use, dynamism, reactivity, performance… And it is our R&D center made up of engineers, 3-D designers, our shaper and GONG team riders, who are responsible for developing the best solutions for your uses.

One wing, 3 handles systems

This wing is equipped with our ingenious GFS feature (GONG Fastening System) of interchangeable handles, allowing you to change the handles according to your preferences and your program, as well as according to the conditions.

With just two turns of a key, you can upgrade your wing based on your needs, switching from the standard textile handles to rigid carbon handles or our carbon boom.

A true innovation designed to enhance your experience, enabling you to adapt your wing to your skill level, your sensations, and the type of session.

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