
INSIGHTS: SUP FOILING ON FLAT WATER
Take advantage of the opportunities to hit the water and score uncatchable and improbable waves with flat water SUP foil...
The high modulus carbon fiber mast with absolute rigidity for large wings and ultimate pumping!
A radical shape for absolute rigidity!
The 79HM mast has been designed on the same basis as the 72HM mast, which is already a reference in pumping practices. Profiles, dimensions, fillets… everything is designed so that your giant wing obeys your every command.
Its size, between surf and wing programs, allows you to carve with very large foils without breaching excessively, and provides great tolerance with the surface to prevent stalling. It can be appreciated in wing foiling for its low draft and absolute rigidity, especially when riding strapless. However, it is primarily a versatile size for performing dock starts or flat starts with giant wings (over 120cm span), and then for surf foiling and SUP foiling.
The use of large front wings applies tremendous stresses on a mast: the front wings are powerful, the movements intense and the expectations are high. So the slightest deformation is a loss of energy and therefore of performance. This is where this 79 HM mast shows all its potential: even with a 186 cm front wing you don’t feel the slightest torsion!
To achieve such a result, all the geometry of the mast has been optimized in this perspective. Its upper profile is almost rectangular (although profiled) in order to keep the thickness on the entire chord. This geometry maximizes rigidity in flexion, but especially in torsion. Torsion is a horrible feeling when using a large front wing. This mast is the answer to this concern that harms the drive and causes strong loss of energy.
The lower profile of the mast is a light supercritical profile, which promotes water flows and therefore glide which remains a crucial point in pumping. However, this profile is bombed enough for its curvature to act like a beam that completely blocks flexion.
The wing fillets around the top plate were completely redesigned to distribute the efforts on their whole length. This geometry maximizes torsion rigidity. On the 79HM mast, the efforts are distributed on almost 20 cm instead of 15 cm on the 77 HM Mast. Carbon fibers transmit more energy to the board. The result is stunning!
Note: The fuselage is sold separately from the HM mast.
Your benefits are clear:
Technical sheet
Buying guide
Simply put, the 79HM Mast is perfect for those who want an ultra-rigid mast for large wings, with a versatile height suitable for all disciplines.
It is also the perfect ally for a strong rider in surf foiling, SUP foiling, or wing foiling who seeks maximum rigidity.
This is a mast for the most demanding users, the fine tuners that take care of their gear, because it is the best.
This mast is intended for experienced riders. We therefore invite you to take great care of it and not equip yourself with it if you are just getting started.
Its shape, designed to absorb very strong constraints without the slightest deformation, makes it perfect for pumping with large wings. It is the most demanding discipline on the foils: the front wings are wide and the efforts intense, this is where you will experience the full potential of this mast!
It is also perfect for SUP foiling, surf foiling, and wing foiling in small conditions, especially with a large front wing. Its pumping capabilities make it easy to paddle for reaching the line up and take off in light winds. You’ll be able to chase waves far out and enjoy long rides in surfing, or have the privilege of being the only one flying in light winds.
The 79cm:
This mast is suitable for all wings but we recommend using it with high performance wings to make the most of it.
It is on large front wings that it will prove to be decisive.
For GONG foils, place the top plate at the rear third of the US rails in surfing, SUP and kite, and in the middle of the US rails in wing foiling.
The more you move it forward, the more it makes the board pitch up. The further you move it backwards, the more the nose of the board dives.
Be careful not to move it too far forward. We often tend to forget to use the back foot, especially when we have a kite foil background. However, moving the foil back a little forces you to put more weight on the back foot and gives a more harmonious attitude and reduces effort.
Equipments
Screw kit :
Delivery
We indicate a preparation and shipping time of 3 working days. In reality, the majority of orders are shipped within 24/48 hours.
The delivery time, i.e. delivery time of the package to your home, then depends on the delivery location and the carrier.
We work with reliable and efficient carriers. 99% of shipments go perfectly and quickly. In the case of the remaining 1%, rest assured that we will do what is necessary with the carrier.
Unlike other sites, shipping costs are not hidden behind the price of our products. You know exactly what shipping costs you, and you are not disadvantaged if you choose to collect your order at our GONG Space Center.
Shipping costs are calculated based on the weight and volume of each package, and your delivery address.
Delivery tracking is managed directly by the carriers to whom we have entrusted your packages. They will contact you by email or SMS to allow you to choose delivery methods and follow the route of your package.
We work with the best transport societies to deliver to you throughout Europe and the world within very short deadlines. We chose them for their quality of service and their compliance with deadlines.
For mainland France, 80% of your orders arrive at their destination in less than 48 hours of processing.
For Europe, delivery times vary from 3 to 6 working days, depending on the country of destination.
For the rest of the world, delivery times depend on transit time and customs clearance time. This delay depends on customs and can last from a few days to a few weeks depending on the destination and seasonality.
Please note, transport time is added to preparation/shipping time. Two companies collaborate on your order (GONG and the carrier). Each one masters its activity and is committed to optimizing its deadlines so that you are delivered as quickly as possible and at a reasonable price.
Preserving the environment is an absolute priority. This is why we do everything possible to reduce our ecological footprint.
The most important thing is to sell quality, durable products that will be repairable and will please you for a long time.
For our shipments, we use:
Scotch craft paper.
Final packaging in high-end cardboard.
For rigid boards: Flexi-Hex, very high resistance ecological packaging.
This means:
Reusable and recyclable packaging.
An almost total reduction in single-use plastic.
Maximum protection and impact resistance for rigid boards thanks to the innovative Flexi-Hex honeycomb design (35mm thick).
Upon delivery, check the condition of your package in the presence of the carrier. A complete explanation email on the procedure to follow will be sent to you when your order is shipped.
Despite our requirements and all the care we take in the packaging and protection of your product, transport hazards may occur, and your product may suffer more or less significant transport damage.
Note that the products are protected in their carton. If you have any doubts, simply refuse delivery and contact us.
More infos
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Tout savoir sur le GONG FOIL ALLVATOR CARBON MAST HM 79 cm
La pratique du foil comporte des risques d’accidents importants. Une mauvaise maitrise du foil peut engendrer des coupures, des blessures graves, voir la mort, pour vous ou autrui.
Le foil doit être pratiqué en prenant toutes les précautions d’usage en kite majorées de celles liées au foil. Rappelons que le foil est long, tranchant, et peut atteindre des vitesses élevées. Se faire percuter par un foil, ou percuter un tiers peut avoir des conséquences dramatiques.
Foilez toujours loin des autres, dans des plans d’eau sécurisants et sans obstacle.
Le foil se pratique majoritairement dans le vent léger. Celui-ci peut tomber et vous contraindre à rentrer à la nage. En conséquence ne surestimez pas vos forces : n’allez jamais plus loin que ce que vous pouvez faire à la nage dans les conditions présentes et annoncées.
Portez un casque et une veste de protection assurant votre flottabilité. Portez toujours une combinaison en néoprène intégrale.
Lorsque vous manipulez le foil, faites attention de ne pas vous couper sur les bords de fuite.
GONG décline toute responsabilité en cas d’accident impliquant un foil GONG. La pratique du Foil se fait sous l’entière responsabilité de l’utilisateur foil.
LITIGES ET RESPONSABILITÉ
GONG SUP 1 ne saurait être tenue pour responsable de l’inexécution du contrat conclu, d’une part en cas de force majeure, telle que définie par les tribunaux d’autre part en cas de faute du client ou du fait imprévisible et insurmontable d’un tiers au contrat. GONG SUP 1 ne saurait être tenue responsable des conséquences résultant de la mauvaise utilisation des produits vendus sur le Site.
Bien que nos produits aient des performances compatibles avec des usages professionnels, GONG SUP 1 n’a pas vocation à vendre à des professionnels.
La dangerosité des sports pratiqués dépend pour une grande partie du respect des règles fondamentales de sécurité, de priorités et des règlementations locales s’imposant sur les spots.
Il appartient à chaque utilisateur des produits GONG SUP 1 de s’assurer qu’il est couvert au moins par une assurance de responsabilité civile, le cas échéant en souscrivant une licence sportive.
Les règles d’entretien, d’utilisation et de sécurité figurent dans la notice d’utilisation remise dans chaque produit. Elle peut également être téléchargée sur le lien suivant ou sur le site GONG-GALAXY.COM. La notice fait intégralement partie du champ du présent contrat, dont elle constitue une annexe à part entière. Vous reconnaissez en avoir pris attentivement connaissance.
Mention particulière aux produits « foils »
La pratique du foil, sur quelque support que ce soit, présente une dangerosité particulière. Sans préjudice de ce qui figure sur la notice d’utilisation de chaque produit, il est impératif d’observer quelques règles simples :
Il est très fortement recommandé de débuter la pratique du foil dans un environnement pédagogique adapté, au sein d’un club ou d’une école agréés, de lire tous nos articles sur le forum GONG, ceci permettant d’acquérir un niveau suffisant d’autonomie et permettant une conscience réelle des enjeux de la pratique du foil.”