Foil Front Wing Pro Fluid H V2 - XXL Second Hand 12334

For whom?

It is a front wing for experienced riders who want to switch to an even purer glide.

• In surf foiling, you must have a good level to tame this technical front wing. Surprisingly simple to take off, but it requires good technical skills to maintain a clean pumping at high speed and to pilot it in the curves with its high ratio wingspan.
• In wing foiling, you must have a good level to take off early on this technical wing and master the higher speed of the foil. The tips can come out of the water for some fresh air, so you need a good level because it’s only an asset if you can master it, otherwise it’s a disaster ?
• In kite foiling, ditto, you must have a good level to accept and master the higher speed of the foil and the greater wingspan of these stretched wings.

In summary, you need good technical skills to take advantage of this front wing. The small sizes are obviously easier to manage than the very large ones which are harder to move around.

For what?

This front wing is clearly made for gliding and finesse.

With a profile that is tolerant at low speeds, it is the simplest high ratio in the range. Which does not mean the least effective, quite the contrary: it is formidable with its pop, its high quality grip and its handling.

• In surf foiling, it is clearly the ultimate weapon to return to the peak in effortless pumping with a wing that doesn’t need to be at mach 12 all the time.
• In wing foiling, it is a front wing which excels in a fast and playful drive, and which likes beautiful curves in amplitude. A pro will love it in freestyle for its huge pop.
• In kite foiling, it is the turbo you want without sacrificing surfing and tricks.

What size ?

Small wings are suitable for higher speeds and large ones for lower speeds. The criteria of choice is therefore not only the size of the foiler.

The XS-H has a wingspan of 72 cm, 600 cm2, 0.94 cm thick for a volume of 0.26L.

• In surf foiling, it is a very small wing for the pros, the lightweights and tow-in surfing. It’s super fast with a manageable lift to stay in control in hollow sections.
• In wing foiling, it is very small but perfect for a light and very good level rider in strong winds.
• In kite foiling, it is a small wing for a good level rider. Pay attention to the wingspan which often borders on the surface.

The S-H has a wingspan of 82 cm, 800 cm2, 1.1 cm thick for a volume of 0.39L.

• In surf foiling, it is a very small wing for the pros, the lightweights and tow-in surfing. It’s fast with good lift to get through soft sections and stay in control in hollow sections.
• In wing foiling, it is small but perfect for a good level rider in strong winds.
• In kite foiling, it is an interesting size but the wingspan can be a problem to manage.

The M-H has a wingspan of 92 cm, 1000 cm2, 1.2 cm thick for a volume of 0.54L.

• In surf foiling, it is an intermediate wing which is suitable for light builds to surf long, sometimes hollow waves and be able to return to the peak easy!
• In SUP foiling, it is reserved for downwinders on good swell formed for medium sized foilers or for hollow waves.
• In wing foiling, it is the wing to use in 80% of sessions for a light rider in average winds.
• In kite foiling, it’s too wide so not suitable in this size or above.

The L-H has a wingspan of 102 cm, 1250 cm2, 1.3 cm thick for a volume of 0.74L.

• In surf foiling, it is an intermediate wing which is suitable for riders of an average weight to surf long waves and be able to return to the peak without running out of steam!
• In SUP foiling, it is an excellent lift/top speed compromise to make the most of the power of the swell.
• In wing foiling, it is the wing to use in 80% of sessions for an average sized rider.
• In kite foiling, it’s too wide. To forget.

The XL-H has a wingspan of 112 cm, 1500 cm2, 1.5 cm thick for a volume of 0.98L.

• In surf foiling, it is a large wing which is suitable for big riders in dock/beach starts, and which works well in pumping. Its wingspan is impressive in curves, so it should be used in very soft waves.
• In SUP foiling, it is a key size for downwinders, its glide, maneuverability and top speed make it the perfect compromise for exploiting bumps.
• In wing foiling, this size is very large. To be used in light conditions.
• In kite foiling, it’s too wide. To forget.

The XXL-H has a wingspan of 122 cm, 1750 cm2, 1.6 cm thick for a volume of 1.27L.

• In surf foiling, it is a giant wing which is suitable for strong people in dock/beach starts, and which is dedicated to easy pumping. You can do 120kg and cross great distances in pumping without vomiting. It is a wing limited for surfing due to its wingspan which will overtake you in curves, and which must therefore be used in soft waves with a “longboard” type of drive.
• In SUP foiling, it’s great for small downwinders and in the small surf without excessive power.
• In wing foiling, this size is very big. To be used in light/asthmatic conditions and for inland water bodies for example.
• In kite foiling, it’s too wide. To forget.

The 3XL-H has a wingspan of 152 cm, 2200 cm2, 2.0 cm thick for a volume of 2.23L.

• In surf foiling, it’s too big. To be used only for pumping sessions to cover long distances with an efficient and fast front wing.
• In SUP foiling, it is more technical to take off paddling on the flat than a Curve H or a Sirus, but once in flight, it is supersonic!
• In wing foiling, it is a wing for ultra light wind conditions. When combined with a board that glides like the Cruzader you’re the only one flying in super marginal conditions while still enjoying great maneuverability! You don’t even feel the wingspan, it’s so reactive.

The 4XL-H has a wingspan of 182 cm, 2600 cm2, 2.0 cm thick for a volume of 2.66L.

• In surf foiling, it’s too big. To be used only by big foilers for pumping sessions to cover long distances with an efficient and fast front wing.
• In SUP foiling, it’s very big, perfect for taking off paddling on the flat then covering great distances using a very efficient pumping technique.
• In wing foiling, it is a wing for ultra light wind conditions and big riders. When combined with a board that glides like the Cruzader you’re the only one flying in super marginal conditions while still enjoying great maneuverability!

A bigger wing will be used in low ranges, soft conditions. And conversely a smaller wing in tough conditions. What you need to remember is that the choice of your wing depends on your size, which requires lift, and your average speed, which generates lift.

On downwinders, we tend to think that bigger is more efficient. There’s obviously more to it, but yes it is often the rule.

In pumping from dock start or beach start, we recommend the wings as follows:

• La XS-H, la S-H, M-H , la L-H : forget. There’s no point.
• La XL-H : less than 85kg.
• La XXL-H : above 85kg or to set the stopwatch buzzing.

In DW, we tend to think that the biggest is the most efficient. That’s only true to some extent, but it is often the case.

Understand our foil range

Which stab?

We recommend using Fluid H stabs when flying a Fluid H front wing. Use stabs that have some surface area because the H stabilizers remain thin.
This table allows you to easily identify which stab for which front wing, or which stab for a quiver of several Fluid H front wings.
For larger sizes (3XL-H and 4XL-H), we also recommend using the Sirus stab, which boosts efficiency in low-power disciplines (small waves, light wind, etc.). If you’re looking for pumping efficiency, prefer it in moderate sizes (40 to 50) for their reactivity in pitch. When looking for speed, prefer it in large sizes (50 to 63) to more easily keep the foil towards the surface after acceleration.

Quiver partners ?

With a Fluid H, you really have to consider switching to an HM carbon mast. The gain in stiffness and dynamism is incredible. On the large sizes (3XL and 4XL), it is essential to exploit their potential, the additional stiffness of the mast makes it possible to absorb the errors of support. The HM72 mast perfectly meets this need for rigidity.

The stress on the fuselage when pumping is not as extreme as the one of landing a jump in wing foiling for example, but it generates material fatigue with the constant repetition of the effort over long periods. For this, we strongly recommend using our Titanium Pro fuselage for your pumping sessions. The heavier you are and the larger your front wing, the more essential it is.

The Fluid H wing is ideal with technical boards in a noble construction such as the FSP PRO boards. The smaller the board, the more you can exploit the potential of this front wing.

The stab must also be technical: thin and fast.

The mast must be rigid. And all the more so if your stance isn’t perfect.

Positioning of the foil ?

For the GONG foils, place the top plate at the rear third of the US rails for surf, SUP and kite. Place it in the middle of the US rails when using it with a wing foil.

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.

Screws not included, your needs are :

Our front wing – fuselage connection works with three screws for the majority of sizes:

• 1 T30 M6 X 20 MM TORX SCREW (front screw)
• 1 T30 M6 X 16 MM TORX SCREW (rear screw)
• 1 T30 M6 X 12 MM TORX SCREW (top locking screw)

For the most extreme sizes (XXXL & 4XL) the fuselage connection is reinforced to increase the durability of your front wing. The screws are thus a few millimeters longer:

• 1 T30 M6 X 25 MM TORX SCREW (front screw)
• 1 T30 M6 X 20 MM TORX SCREW (rear screw)
• 1 T30 M6 X 16 MM TORX SCREW (top locking screw)

Our front wings are delivered in quality, durable and aesthetic packaging that can be used for storage at home and even in the car, to get to the spot without damaging them.

If the cardboard takes up too much space, you can also equip yourself with a GONG FOIL COVER FOR HIGH ASPECT FRONT WING in high quality material. They are great for travel, or when you want to take a lot of gear to the spot!

Delivery time

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.

Shipping fees

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.

Tracking your package

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.

Carriers

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.

Eco-responsible packaging

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).

Receipt of your product

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.

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Warning :

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.

LITIGES ET RESPONSABILITÉ

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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 :

• Porter un gilet de protection et un casque. Les foils comportent des zones contondantes indispensables pour leur bon fonctionnement mais qui présentent un réel danger en cas de choc. Vous êtes le plus exposé à ce risque en tant que pratiquant sur l’engin. Vous devez donc vous protéger en conséquence par du matériel de protection aux normes et adéquat. Et vous devez vous protéger en ne vous mettant jamais dans une situation à risque. Votre comportement détermine votre prise de risque.
  Excepté pour les planches de kitesurf, équiper en toute circonstance votre planche d’un leash d’une longueur au moins égale à la longueur de la planche, ainsi que de footstraps. Ces éléments permettent de ne pas lâcher totalement la planche vers les autres utilisateurs. N’évoluez jamais à une distance inférieure à la longueur de votre leash plus celle de la planche plus votre dérive en cas de chute des autres pratiquants. Vous ne devez jamais faire entrer un tiers dans ce diamètre qui constitue la zone dans laquelle votre activité présente un risque.
• Ne pratiquer que sur des spots se prêtant à l’activité (mise à l’eau sécurisée, absence de shorebreak, fonds réguliers, orientation adaptée à la direction du vent…), et non fréquentés par les pratiquants d’autres sports nautiques. Les vitesses d’un foil imposent de pratiquer seul ou entre foileurs afin d’évoluer dans un milieu où chacun anticipe en conscience les trajectoires des autres.
• Respecter scrupuleusement les règles de priorité, d’autant que l’inertie et la manœuvrabilité sont différents des supports classiques, surtout pour ceux qui débutent. La courtoisie et le sens des responsabilités doivent faire partie de votre pratique pour ne pas engendrer de comportements déviants pouvant concourir à un accident.
• Faire attention aux autres pratiquants, et de manière générale à tous usagers du plan d’eau, même s’ils ne sont pas prioritaires dans la zone où vous évoluez (ils peuvent entre autres sous-estimer votre vitesse de déplacement et votre zone de danger). Ne jamais pratiquer à proximité d’enfants ou de non-initiés à ce sport car leurs réactions pourraient être totalement imprévisibles. Votre responsabilité serait totalement engagée. GONG SUP met tout en place pour vous avertir des risques et vous expliquer le cadre de pratique que nous recommandons. Vous ne pouvez pas ignorer ces consignes car cela vous mettrait en danger, ainsi que les autres et l’image de marque de GONG SUP qui est une société responsable.
• Faire attention à la profondeur d’eau, la présence d’un appendice de plusieurs dizaines de centimètres sous un engin de plage étant une donnée nouvelle pour bon nombre de pratiquants, même initiés aux sports nautiques. Les casses liées à un appui ou un choc dans le fond ne sont pas couvertes par la garantie.
• Entretenir et vérifier votre matériel régulièrement et n’y apporter aucune modification technique autre que les produits et solutions commercialisés par GONG-GALAXY. Ne jamais affuter les bords de fuite car ils deviendraient coupants pour vous mais aussi pour le leash, ne retenant alors plus la planche !

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.