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Kite Unik Aramid Team Series - Aramid 16 m² / Sky blue Occasion 11742

Name: Kite Unik Aramid Team Series - Aramid 16 m² / Sky blue Occasion 11742
Brand: GONG
SKU: OC11742
Price: 1249.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

Kite in very good condition. Only unpacked, never used. This is a pre-production model identical to the production model, except for the stitching pattern, which is slightly more visible (cosmetic only, discreet).

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1249€

1249€ ~~1579€~~

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Kite Bar FeelX

62 cm / White / Blue

Pump Double Action Kite/Wing

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Quality boards conceived in France

sport-kite Kite
techno-upe-aramid UPE Aramid
triple-ripstop Triple Ripstop
hybrid-c-shape Hybrid C-shape
rear-settings Front & rear settings
reactive-tips Reactive tips

Conditions

Wind

Light

Medium

Strong

Type of spot

Flat

Choppy

Waves

Feeling

Bar feeling

Light

Medium

Strong

Aptitudes

Power

Turning speed

Relaunch

Hangtime

Lift

Program

Description

Programme

The Unik is our lightweight single-strut kite for foiling and all riding styles that aren’t too overpowered.

Présentation

Lightweight with its single-strut design, this kite is aimed at all skill levels for all types of riding.

Single-strut yes, boring no! This is a highly maneuverable kite with which you can pull off top-class loops. It is precise on the bar, delivers strong lift in jumps, making it anything but dull. It is by no means limited to underpowered sessions. It’s a light kite you can push hard when you want to.

Ideal in light wind, whether on a foil, a surfboard, or a twin tip, it combines superb in-air stability with all the power you need to make the most of the lower wind range.

It’s a delight to ride in underpowered conditions—refined, precise, light, and agile, yet with enough torque and speed to have a great time.

Focused on the lower wind range, it belongs to the large family with an inflatable strut, meaning it is very simple to use. Reassuring and safe, it is also very comfortable in waves, where it will be formidable in underpowered sessions, letting you focus on surfing.

For foiling, it’s a perfect, flawless kite. Stable in 6 knots, quick enough to match the foil’s rhythm, it lets you chain together speed runs, jumps, and tricks with absolute serenity and comfort.

Whether you’re progressing or already at the top level, this kite is magical in its simplicity and “purity.”

UPE Aramid revolution

A major development of the Team Series range lies in the revolutionary material of its inflatable structure.

UPE Aramid is the lightest and stiffest material on the market on selected axes. Depending on the angulation of the Aramid mesh, we control the stretching axes and release the rotation axes. This means that we have the possibility of reducing the diameters, and therefore the drag and the weight, for the same behavior. Of course our research focused on an optimal and diffused reduction to preserve the twisting qualities, which are essential to the design of a maneuverable kite, while locking the C of the shape.

The sensations in the hands are simply astonishing. The kite is both one of the stiffest and one of the lightest, while remaining incredibly maneuverable: a whole new experience of flight and precision/feeling. It’s simply incredible and perfectly in line with our desire to offer the best.

At 85g/m2 (2 times less than Dacron!), this UPE Aramid present on the leading edge and the struts ensures an unparalleled gain in reactivity.

In addition to its exceptional mechanical properties, this material also has a very low absorption rate. The kite gains very little weight when wet.And this material is also very resistant to tearing, an important point when launching on some sketchy spots.

Obviously, a superb material without perfect assembly is worthless, and we have worked in infinite detail to ensure the reliability of the technical solutions for its implementation. For this, we have tested all known assemblies on traction machines and innovated with new and exclusive assembly methods at GONG to surpass the standards. Our kites have never been so robust.

Better than gold !!!

Durable and super light construction

This kite is built with the best materials available for a high-end kite, thanks to Aramid.

Our decades of experience in kiting, along with all the advancements made in wings, have allowed us to push the performance of our kites to an unprecedented level.

Aramid, combined with lab-tested stitching, offers the best in responsiveness, lightness, and material strength for the leading edge.

The unique feature of Aramid is that it doesn’t lock the shape of the kite. It’s ultra-light, with minimal stretch, but still allows for twist control by programming the fiber axis. This way, we get all the benefits of the best material without the downsides. The kite is lively, reactive, and does not delaminate.

The proven triple ripstop canopy, used for several years, offers perfect durability and strength at an ultra-light weight of 55g/m².

Strategically placed reinforcements ensure the durability of your gear:

Insigna on the leading edge in high-friction areas.
Tips reinforced with Dacron DP175LL and Nylon 1680D on the final sections of the leading edge.
Trailing edge made of Dacron DP175LL to resist long-term flapping.

Technology Kite Aramid Team Series

Our kites are manufactured in one of the two best factories in the world, renowned for its exceptional and consistent quality level in the high-end kite industry.

Each step, from precise digital cutting to meticulous manual assembly, is carried out by the best specialized craftsmen.

By choosing a GONG kite, you benefit from exceptional technological quality, meticulous construction, and a rigorous selection of the best materials available on the market. Every technical detail is designed to ensure high-level performance, maximum durability, and maximum enjoyment on the water.

List of our proven materials:

Leading edge and battens in ultra-light, dynamic, and durable Aramid.
Anti-flap trailing edge belt in Dacron DP175LL.
High-end triple Ripstop canopy, anti-tear propagation.
Insigna reinforcements on the leading edge.
Tips saver in Nylon 1680D to resist wear from land friction.
Thin bridles in Dyneema FL14 ROBLINE.
100% removable bridles for easy replacement of wear parts.
One Pump system for quick inflation and deflation.
Micro fiberglass battens on the trailing edge tips: lightweight and effective against wear.

On the water, this Aramid + light canopy + thin bridle combo results in a kite that is noticeably more reactive than a Dacron construction, with less inertia in its movements, reduced deformation in gusts, and a much cleaner bar feedback. You can feel the structure working efficiently: the kite stays locked in and precise, even when heavily powered, without collapsing or softening over the course of your sessions.

Technical sheet

Kite Unik Aramid Team Series - Aramid 16 m² / Sky blue Occasion 11742 Aramid / 16 m² / Sky blue

Fiche technique :

Leading edge en Aramid : squelette rigide.
Bord de fuite en dacron DP175LL pour une bonne résistance aux accrocs et une meilleure longévité dans le vent.
Canopy en spi triple ripstop hyper résistant et dynamique.
Renforts Insigna sur le bord d’attaque stratégiquement placés pour une meilleure durabilité.
Tips saver en nylon 1680D pour protéger les tips des frottements.
Bridage FL14 ROBLINE et connexion en LIROS DC701 : très fins, de haute qualité, et faible élongation.
Bridages 100% démontables pour un remplacement facile des pièces d’usure.
Latte en fibre de verre qui supprime l’effet accordéon au choqué.

Shape :

Design mono latte : très légère, stable en plage haute, facile à redécoller, et elle reste simple à piloter comme un kite 3 lattes habituel.
Hybrid C shape : design moderne, stable, prédictible, et dynamique. Coefficient de projection : 68% : arc assez ouvert.
Ratio modéré (4,5) et surface centrée pour un bon fond de puissance et un feeling hyper sain et linéaire dans toute la fenêtre. Elle est aussi hyper stable au zénith, et elle rattrape beaucoup d’erreurs. Grosse portance notamment en jumps.
Surface centrée pour un bon fond de puissance idéal en plage basse et en sauts.
Profil tolérant pour un maximum de stabilité en plage haute et en cas d’erreurs de pilotage et permettre une super ressource dans les loops.
Bord d’attaque de diamètre modéré au centre grâce à l’Aramid pour une aile rapide et fine dans l’air, tout en gardant de la section sur les tips pour conserver la surface et de la rigidité lors de fortes sollicitations dans les moves ou en plage haute.
Creux important pour un bon fond de puissance à bas régime. Évite de faire travailler l’aile, moins technique, moins besoin de toiler. Une plus petite aile est plus réactive, plus légère, plus simple à redécoller etc…
Outline freeride : bord d’attaque courbé pour un redécollage “automatique”. L’aile peut rouler sur l’eau pour se remettre en position de décollage en tirant doucement un arrière.
Latte segmentée : plus rigide au niveau de la connexion avec le BA : comportement très net, plus de puissance à surface égale, plus de stabilité en plage haute.
Tips avec une surface importante pour une excellente maniabilité en lightwind sans devoir freiner le kite.
Shape des tips sans vrillage interne pour une aile avec une rotation appuyée sur la surface des oreilles et peu sur le frein. On garde un kite rapide en rotation, qui ne stall pas notamment en conditions limites (sous 6/8 nœuds).
Tips reculées pour un retour en barre hyper précis.
Tension de spi légère et ajustée sur chaque section afin d’optimiser le pilotage du kite : plus réactif (direct feeling : pas de temps de latence). Depower immédiat.
Retour en barre très facilitant : vous savez toujours où se place votre aile par une pression constante et dosée en barre. Elle n’est jamais absente. On peut se “cramponner” à la barre sans faire de grosses erreurs. Son retour d’information constant évite de suractionner la barre et faire de bétises.
Depower important pour une grande plage d’utilisation et une aile sécurisante. On a vraiment un full power bordé et un vrai choqué. Cette amplitude rassure et donne du confort.
Shape “autostable” avec son ratio modéré et son creux important qui “accroche” de l’air. Les tips reculées qui répartissent la masse un peu vers l’arrière du kite pour éviter les piqués/décrochages. On a en mains un kite prévisible et sain pour un maximum de sécurité.
Bridage court des avants pour éviter qu’il ne s'emmêle dans les tips et rendre le kite plus réactif.
Triangulation du bridage isométrique qui répartit équitablement les efforts sur l'ensemble de l'arc du kite pour un comportement hyper prédictibe / constant.
Bridage AV centré pour une traction constante dans le harnais.
3 points d’attaches des arrières pour doser la réactivité et la présence en barre selon le feeling de chacun. ;

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Buying guide

For whom?

The Unik is truly the kite for everyone. Easy and lightweight, it will make life easier for riders who are progressing.

Playful as can be, it will also be loved by pros. It’s gained in maneuverability, making it perfectly suited to the needs of advanced riders when they want a super-light, high-performance kite.

It’s really the kite that works for everyone thanks to its outstanding flight qualities.

For what?

The Unik is all about freedom from constraints. Light, easy, and efficient, it’s ready to follow you into any discipline, making light-wind riding a breeze.

Foiling—of course. Surfing—absolutely. But also relaxed freeriding, and not to forget traveling. This kite can do it all and rides underpowered for pure enjoyment with a nimble, powerful, and light feel.

And if you push it to the max, you’ll be surprised by what it can deliver: precise kite loops, impressive hang time, and jaw-dropping reactivity. It’s a truly efficient kite, supercharged by its lightness.

Understanding our kite range:

Display : the freeride kite for rapid progression.

Vertigo : high-performance kite for all disciplines from unhooked to surfing.

Ayto : the ultimate 5-strut kite for big air and kite loops.

Unik : lightweight mono-strut freeride kite for light wind, foiling, and waves.

Strutless : super light kite for light wind and freeride/freerace.

Strutless Revo : ultra-light and maneuverable kite for foiling and surfing.

Elips : the ultimate kite for waves.

What size?

Powerful and single-strut, it is of course a kite designed for light-wind riding. Far from being a limitation, it is actually a pleasure to fly a reassuring and easy-to-handle kite.

Bar size:

The choice of your bar size will have a direct impact on the overall feel of your kite. Remember that the longer your bar, the easier it will be to turn your kite. This detail is important when using larger kites, especially in very light wind, to maintain good responsiveness. The greater lever arm compensates for this natural loss of responsiveness.

Conversely, the smaller the kite, the faster it will turn! So, using a smaller bar allows you to balance behavior and soften the kite’s reactions. You must therefore take these parameters into account when choosing your bar size and adapt the handling to the feel you like and the conditions encountered.

If you’re looking for smooth, progressive handling, you should “undersize” your bar.
If you prefer fast, reactive handling, choose a larger bar.

The key size is the 52 cm bar. This is the most versatile bar, and the one to choose if you only want one bar for a quiver 7-9-12 or 8-11 or even 8-10-13.
When equipped with an extended kite quiver, the best is also to have a quiver of bars to keep a balanced feel when switching from a small kite to a larger one. Also note that having two bars cuts parts wear in half!

Here are our recommendations:

The above recommendations are based on the behavior of GONG kite wings. Since our bars are compatible with many kites, you can adapt the choice depending on the type of kite used.

Line length:

Your Feel-X bar comes standard with 80 cm pre-lines, 19 m lines, and 3 m extensions already mounted.
The standard setup is the most versatile and will be your best choice for 90% of your sessions. By adjusting its lengths, or even changing them with our extensions (sold separately), you boost its versatility even more!

22 m lines: The “standard” length offers a more progressive and predictable bar feel (recommended setting for progressing kiters). Your wind window will be larger, thus offering more power at the start. This is the setting to favor in low and medium wind, and for everyday freeride use.
19 m lines: Short lines offer a more direct response from the kite, which increases its reactivity. The wind window will be shorter. This is the perfect setting for advanced kiters, excellent in waves or foiling for more liveliness.

If you choose to ride with short lines, you will also gain comfort in high wind.

Note that 22 m and 19 m are not extreme line lengths and remain a fine-tuning adjustment to your handling feel.

What price?

Equipments

Included equipment:

Your kite, ready to ride (excluding bar and pump).
A sturdy and efficient backpack: U-shaped zipper for easy packing, ventilation grid, padding, compression straps, pocket for the bar, straps for the pump…
The One Pump system for quick inflation and deflation of the strut.
A pump leash loop on your kite to secure your kite while inflating.
Universal high-flow inflation valve.
Repair kit.
Microbattens on the trailing edge.
Rear adjustment: 3 points.

All our kites are of course compatible with our FeelX bar but also with 95% of the bars on the market. If you’re unsure, get a complete set (x4) of pigtails: PIGTAILS.

Don’t forget to bring a pump ;-)

10 years of spare parts.

GONG makes durable kites: it’s the foundation 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 accept. We are convinced that a good kite today is a good kite in 5 years if well maintained. And this maintenance is good for the planet because it will allow many young riders to equip themselves second-hand at very affordable prices.

To ensure a long life for your kite, it must be maintained.

1/ We can do it for you in our workshop. Our teams of experts are at your disposal to diagnose and solve your problems.

2/ We keep the necessary spare parts in stock, including fabric. Just order online, or ask your favorite repairer to do it.

If the part is unfortunately out of stock, we will order it to have it as quickly 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.

View all our delivery FAQs.

Exchanges & Returns

You have a 14-day right of withdrawal to return or exchange a new product that does not suit you.

View our returns FAQs.

Eco-Responsible Packaging

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.