GEAR: 2026 GONG KITE: FURTHER, HIGHER, STRONGER!
More than an evolution, it’s a catapult. The 2026 GONG range blows everything wide open: progression, freeride, freestyle, extreme big...
It’s the simple, safe kite that accelerates your progress after lessons and quickly takes you to a solid freeride level.
The Display is our most accessible , reliable and most predictable kite.
What we love about this kite is that it does everything well. Very stable , you feel relaxed with the kite at its zenith. Low aspect ratio, it's easy to relaunch. Powerful, you don't need to overpower to have fun. Great depower, you feel safe in the upper wind range.
Very clear in the bar with its direct 6-point bridle, you will immediately find your bearings for maximum enjoyment .
What makes the difference in 2026 is the even improved flight consistency : a rounder outline, a more consistent arc, new segmentation, and new bridle system. The behavior is smoother, more predictable, and even more stable to avoid any surprises ;-)
Its comfortable wind range, direct feel, and flight stability make it the best kite for progression . The Display will settle into place easily to optimize your tacks. It's so predictable that you'll quickly be able to think about other things besides looking at it: transitions, tricks, surfing, etc.
Evolving , it will allow you to send your first jumps and much more... Clearly, it's the kite that does everything well to the point that good level riders love it for travelling with a kite that will deliver +++.
Freeride is the program that suits it best, but it will also push you towards waves, foiling, and tricks .
Its 3-strut design offers the best compromise between rigidity and lightness, resulting in exceptional versatility. The three struts provide excellent responsiveness while maintaining profile stability for control. These qualities enhance its wind range and performance. The result is a responsive and lightweight kite that performs flawlessly in maneuvers. This is a significant advantage in waves, and the larger sizes also maintain their agility.
This balance of stability and lightness promotes the kite's overall equilibrium in all its uses, which is essential for progression. It's the kind of kite that will forgive mistakes and encourage you to try new things.
3 struts is also the best design for traveling with a kite that does everything and remains light.

The Display is a hybrid C shape: a modern and dynamic shape that delivers maximum performance while remaining simple and lightweight.
The turning radius is reduced and the arc is more consistent on the 2026 version: the kite pivots cleanly, without unwanted behavior. Handling is more predictable throughout the entire wind window.
The kite is precise and responsive, just enough to boost feel and performance. This balance between liveliness and profile stability allows for very clean, intuitive default settings, resulting in incredibly smooth bar feedback and effortless micro-control. The feel is pure and direct, making you feel truly connected to the kite.

The new 6-point bridle without pulleys, with its reduced diameter, minimizes drag while maintaining impeccable mechanical characteristics. The kite is more streamlined in flight and the bar feedback is even more direct.
The Display 2026 retains a short bridle on the fronts to avoid tangles in the tips, while gaining in precision.
The adjustment points on the back allow you to adjust bar presence and responsiveness according to your preferences.
Everything is more intuitive to stay in sync with the kite, from the first waterstart to the challenging tacks.

The tips play a major role in the kite's behavior. By combining perfectly distributed tension, a rounder outline with an extra section at the tips and a moderate surface area, the 2026 Display gains fluidity in turns and stability at the zenith.
It's maneuverable yet docile. Everything remains under control. Every action is clear, which prevents being overtaken by a kite that's too lively and doesn't provide feedback through the bar.
With the Display, a bar action always remains readable.

The low aspect ratio of the Display offers a very reliable feel that allows you to progress without stress.
This compact kite offers the best balance between power and docility.
The power is effective even at low speeds. You can feel the strong air pressure. The feedback is crisp and allows for easy control. This linear power delivery is combined with a bridle that allows for instantaneous depower.
This low ratio prevents it from going too far to the edge of the window, avoiding many of the errors typical of this flight zone.
Everything is designed to make you feel confident and enjoy yourself from the very first outings.
All these features give the impression of knowing the kite inside and out from the very first session.

The highly curved leading edge and smooth outline make it easy to rotate the kite on the water to position itself on one wingtip and relaunch easily.
This ability is essential at the beginning of the progression and remains very valuable afterwards.

Technical sheet
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Buying guide
From the progressing kiteboarder to the experienced rider looking for an all-terrain kite without any hassle, the Display is the perfect model thanks to its versatility and simplicity.
The Display is the freeride kite for progression! Its significant power on demand, combined with excellent depower, makes for a joy to ride long, relaxed reaches. Its maneuverability and incredibly responsive bar feel are perfect for waves. Thanks to its stability and excellent bar feedback, it also allows you to really let loose in freestyle. And with its ultra-fast relaunch, you'll have no more stress or obstacles to your progression.

Display : the freeride kite for rapid progression.
Vertigo : the high-performance 3-strut kite for all tricks, loops, big air, surfing, foiling.
Ayto : the ultimate 5-strut kite for big air and aggressive kite loops.
Unik : the lightweight single-strut freeride kite for lightwind, foiling and waves.
Strutless : the super light kite for light wind and high-performance freeriding.
Elips : the ultimate kite in the waves.
The Display, with its low aspect ratio and powerful profile, is a kite that you don't need to overpower to have fun with.
Choose your kite by following our recommendations below. Wind ranges always depend on your weight, skill level, and the board under your feet!

The length of your bar will directly impact the overall feel of your kite. Remember that the longer your bar, the easier it will be to turn your kite. This is especially important when using larger kites, particularly in very light winds, to maintain good responsiveness. The increased leverage compensates for this natural loss of responsiveness.
Keep in mind that, conversely, the smaller the kite, the faster it will turn! Therefore, using a smaller bar allows you to balance the kite's behavior and make it more responsive. You must take these parameters into account when choosing your bar size and adapt your riding style to your preferred feel and the conditions you encounter.
The key size is the 52cm bar. This is the most versatile bar and the one to choose if you only want one bar for a 7-9-12, 8-11, or 8-10-13 quiver.
When you have an extensive kite quiver, it's essential to also have a quiver of bars to maintain a balanced feel when switching from a small kite to a larger one. Also note that having two bars reduces wear and tear on the parts by half!
Here are our recommendations:

The recommendations above are based on the behavior of GONG kites. Since our bars are compatible with a wide range of kites, you can adapt your choice according to the type of kite you use.
Your FeelX bar comes standard with 80cm pre-lines, 19m of lines and 3m extensions already mounted.
The original setup is the most versatile and will be your best choice for 90% of your sessions.
One of the main advantages of the Display is the great tolerance afforded by its shape. By playing with its lengths, or even modifying them using our extensions (sold separately), you further boost its versatility!
The "standard" bar length allows for a more progressive and predictable feel (recommended setting for progressing kiters). Your wind window will be larger, thus providing more power at takeoff. This is the preferred setting for low and mid-range conditions, and for everyday freeride use.
Shorter lines offer a more direct kite response, increasing its responsiveness. The wind window will be shorter. This is the perfect setup for advanced kiters, ideal for wave riding or foiling, for added agility.
If you choose to sail with short lines, you will also gain comfort in high range.
Note that 22m and 19m are not extreme line lengths and remain a fine adjustment to your piloting feel.

Equipments
Your kite is ready to sail (excluding bar and pump).
A sturdy and efficient backpack: U-shaped zipper for easy storage, ventilation grid, padding, compression straps, bar pocket, pump straps...
The One Pump system for quick inflation and deflation of the struts.
A pump leash loop on your kite to secure your kite during inflation.
Universal, high-flow inflation valve.
Repair kit.
Micro battens on the trailing edge.
Adjustment on the rears: 2 points.
All our kites are obviously compatible with our FeelX bar, but also with 95% of bars on the market. If you have any doubt, get a complete set (x4) of pigtails: PIGTAILS .
Remember to bring a pump ;-)
GONG makes durable kites: it's the basis of our specifications. Never disappoint.
GONG makes its durable kites last: offering you all the components of our products for 10 years is a challenge we gladly take on. Because we firmly believe that a good kite today will be a good kite in 5 years if it's well maintained. And this maintenance is good for the planet because it will allow many young people to equip themselves second-hand at very affordable prices.
To ensure a long life for your kite, it will need to be maintained.
1/ We can do it for you in our workshop. Our expert teams are available to diagnose and solve your problems.
2/ We keep the necessary spare parts in stock, including fabric. Simply place your order online, or ask your preferred repairer to do it.
If the part is unfortunately not in stock, we will order it to have it as soon as possible.
Delivery
Orders are prepared and shipped quickly: most are dispatched within 24 to 48 business hours.
The delivery time, meaning the transit of the parcel to your address, then depends on the delivery location and the carrier.
Shipping costs are transparent and calculated based on weight, volume, and delivery address.
You have a 14-day right of withdrawal to return or exchange a new product that does not suit you.
We prioritize sustainable, recyclable, and reusable packaging solutions, minimizing single-use plastic as much as possible while ensuring optimal protection for products, including large items.
The Display is our most forgiving and accessible model. This kite allows riders of all levels to feel confident during key moments of their progression. Easily controllable power, effortless upwind performance, and ultra-fast relaunch make it the perfect choice for all kiters looking for their first kite.
Without a doubt, the Display is an ultra-versatile kite. Its accessibility and intuitive handling make it the perfect choice for progressing in all disciplines. Ultra-fast lift and relaunch for unleashing your first freestyle tricks, excellent bar feedback, and great responsiveness in surfing this kite is ready to do anything to make your life easier.
In our comprehensive range, we have various freeride kites. Depending on your conditions and skill level, you should choose one model over another.
The recommended pressure is indicated in the table below:

Several factors must be taken into account:
An underinflated kite will be unstable and difficult to control in gusty winds. Relaunching will also be more complicated with a kite that doesn't hold its shape.
An overinflated wing will increase the risk of explosion during a crash and will cause the seams and materials of your kite to wear out more quickly.
If you keep your kite inflated in the sun for a long period, we recommend deflating it slightly to reduce the risk of seam fatigue.
The primary goal of the Display is to combine versatility and simplicity.
On the 2026 version, the new 6-point bridle without pulley offers a more direct bar feel, while remaining very forgiving thanks to the low ratio and powerful profile.
This keeps the kite easy to fly, but with sharper control and fewer wear parts on the bridle.
The Display was developed to work with the FeelX bar. Our bar has 4 lines of the same length and a low V at the front.
The attachments for the lines at the bridle level are:
To increase the lifespan of your equipment, how you use it and its regular maintenance will be very important.
A key point when using your kite: do not leave it inflated for long periods of time without being used! The flapping of the fabric in the wind can cause premature wear of the materials, as can prolonged exposure to UV rays.
Frequent rinsing of your kite under running water is also discouraged. The chlorine in tap water can damage the surface treatments of your kite. Instead, you should store your kite dry and remove any excess sand.
Always rinse your tiller with clean water to remove sand and salt. Remember to also open the safety release to rinse the inside. Let it dry before reassembling it.
If the slat or leading edge is punctured, use your repair kit, or consult our spare parts to order the replacement part.
Regularly inspect the condition of your kite. Look for any holes or cuts and have them repaired before they get worse.
If you have damaged your kite due to misuse, you can have it repaired directly at the GONG workshop by contacting our sailmaker: HERE
More information on how to maintain your kite can be found on the forum .