Description

Function

The Alu kiteboard is the sharpened shape to tear it up in onshore surfing.

Introduction

It planes early, with a back foot providing support for heading upwind and getting out past the waves, while remaining a board dedicated to radical surfing.

The big plus of this board is its incredible dynamism. In onshore or mediocre conditions, one often needs more acceleration, the ability to head upwind, and speed. With its powerful tail, the Alu takes off immediately and delivers these three essential qualities for mobility on the water.

As soon as you start surfing, it reveals its dynamic shortboard nature! With its narrow nose and rails, it performs strongly in both small, soft waves and big, powerful swells. It knows how to be radical in a variety of conditions.

In strapless mode, you have a board that will love freestyle thanks to its significant pop. The tail works miracles here too. And with the board’s surface concentrated between the feet, you have a board that will naturally stick to your feet in the air.

It’s THE ideal onshore kite surfboard.

Kiteboard Alu FSP 2X

Name: GONG - Kiteboard Alu FSP 2X
Brand: GONG
SKU: GON24BOARKITALUF2XBLU-56
Price: 549.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

The Alu kiteboard is the sharpened shape to shred in onshore surfing.

See Description

549€

Taille 5'6

5'6
5'8

Kite

Specifications

5'6 | 165.8cm
18 9/16" | 47.1cm
1 15/16" | 4.9cm
Volume: 22.0L

Rider

Intermediate

Expert

40kg

52kg

74kg

85kg

Aptitudes

Accessibility

Upwind

Carving

Program

In action

Description

Function

The Alu kiteboard is the sharpened shape to tear it up in onshore surfing.

Introduction

It planes early, with a back foot providing support for heading upwind and getting out past the waves, while remaining a board dedicated to radical surfing.

The big plus of this board is its incredible dynamism. In onshore or mediocre conditions, one often needs more acceleration, the ability to head upwind, and speed. With its powerful tail, the Alu takes off immediately and delivers these three essential qualities for mobility on the water.

As soon as you start surfing, it reveals its dynamic shortboard nature! With its narrow nose and rails, it performs strongly in both small, soft waves and big, powerful swells. It knows how to be radical in a variety of conditions.

In strapless mode, you have a board that will love freestyle thanks to its significant pop. The tail works miracles here too. And with the board’s surface concentrated between the feet, you have a board that will naturally stick to your feet in the air.

It’s THE ideal onshore kite surfboard.

Rocker

This new shape focuses on performance in average conditions. The rocker is slightly tighter at the back compared to a side shore surfboard, combined with a wider tail and a fairly straight outline in the rear third for excellent planing, heading upwind, and very good stability at high speeds. This shape also allows for more kite power, being able to handle overpowering winds because the length of the immersed rail is greater than on a very round board. Edging is much sharper and constant: the board doesn’t wander.

Hull

Hull design is important for combining strong edge grip and maneuverability. The wide channels provide better directional control. They channel water and accelerate flow to bring higher speed in waves and normal riding. They also offer more smoothness in water contact despite gaining rigidity and solidity in the board’s structure. You are more radical, fluid, comfortable, and totally in control.

Nose

Its nose drives easily through the chop and it cuts through the water without bouncing. The rails are thin so the board can be radical. It is a 100% surf oriented shape.

The length is standard to retain maximum control with a significant portion of useful rail.

FSP 2X Kitesurf Technology

The FSP 2X technology is easily repairable when new in case of a Ding. The PVC foam of the sandwich is waterproof and prevents water from entering on everyday shocks. The EPS foam blank does not deteriorate because it is really protected from water. And the repairs have a much larger support to stick on and blend seamlessly with the surrounding material.

This technology offers, at an affordable price, the incomparable strength/lightness ratio of full vacuum PVC Sandwich.

3D Shape on modeling software.
Preshape by the numerical control for total reliability.
Shape control by traditional templates, finishing of the last mm 100% by hand.
100% Epoxy Board and EPS Blank Foam: solid and lightweight.
Deck, hull and rails in PVC Vacuumed Sandwich: incomparable strength and incredible dynamism.
Deck: integral PVC/Fiberglass Sandwich composed of a high-density PVC foam core and 2 layers of 4oz fiberglass and 1 layer of 6oz Biaxial fiberglass, fiberglass reinforcements on sensitive areas.
Hull: integral PVC/Fiberglass Sandwich composed of a high-density PVC foam core and 2 layers of 4oz fiberglass and 1 layer of 6oz Biaxial fiberglass, fiberglass reinforcements on the sensitive areas.
Specific Foil reinforcements: high-density PVC block housing the two US Rail Boxes. Three layers of carbon cover the Boxes. Laminated PVC slats connect the reinforcement to the deck for maximum durability.
Rails: the PVC Sandwich structure completely covers the rails: increased structural strength, very good shock resistance.
Hot Coat integrated Tinted Resin: nobility of the process, weight reduction and solidity of the finish.
Matt custom finish, hand-made, for weight reduction and better glide.

Technical sheet

Kiteboard Alu FSP 2X 5'6

Length: 5’6 = 165.8 cm
Width: 18 9/16″ = 47.1 cm
Thickness: 1 15/16″ = 4.9 cm
Volume: 22 Liters
One foot off front: 14 9/16″ = 37.1 cm
One foot off rear: 15″ = 38.2 cm
Total rocker: 16.4 cm
Tail: diamond tail + wingers
Nose: point nose
Fins: Thruster (3 x FCSII boxes)
Weight FSP 2X: 3.5 kg (indicative weight board only +/- 5%)

Buying guide

For whom ?

For intermediate riders to pro: this is not a complicated board. You put your feet on it and it works. No need to twist your stance to feel locked in on the board or to go upwind.

The intermediate will appreciate its natural glide combined with its radical drive in the waves. Mobility on the water is the key to pleasure in many sessions.

The pro will love its pure surfer DNA. In beautiful onshore waves as well as in hellish chop, the Alu kiteboard is extremely effective, including in strapless freestyle.

For what?

Surfing in onshore conditions, that’s the essential program of the Alu kiteboard. Ideal for those who want to make the most of mediocre conditions.

But it doesn’t shy away from a freestyle session under the feet of a good kiter.

What size ?

Ideal conditions ?

Ideal wave size: from almost nothing to big.

Power: it performs best in normal to hollow waves and doesn’t mind slashing the shorebreak!

Aspect: it goes everywhere, even in choppy conditions and wind.

What’s the ideal kite ?

The Alu kiteboard will work wonders with a wave kite that will maximize your performance in surfing, but also with a Unik in light wind, for example.

Quiver partners ?

You can complement the low end with a Kite foil board when the wind is really light.

When the wind is stronger, more side-on, and the waves more substantial, a Lethal will allow you to go even further in radicality.

In light wind, a Matata will be a real compliment for freeriding or surfing in soft waves.

And in freestyle, a Catch kite or a Fatal will be real complementary tools.

Which settings ?

The Alu kiteboard is set up in Trifin with FCSII boxes. You are free to mount the set of fins of your choice. All FCSII fin models are available on our online site.

Strapped or strapless ?

Riding strapless is sexy because you feel free. You find the sensations of surfing and have mobility on the board to play in the waves. It’s a very pure riding style but difficult to master.

With straps, you are sure that your board will remain attached to your feet, even in the most committed aerial maneuvers. You will have much more control and performance is a notch above. Watch out for landings !

So it’s up to you to see if the sensation outweighs the performance. Put your straps in the central position (3rd hole) for the front strap, and likewise for the rear strap if you always ride with straps.

If you want to be able to take out the rear foot for transitions and surfing, place the rear strap in the first hole from the back.

Which bag for my board?

Equipments

The ALU FSP 2X KITEBOARD are equipped with high-end pads that provide maximum grip.

These boards are mounted with three FCS II boxes to mount and dismount your favorite fins without tools.

The multiple strap inserts allow all adjustments for beginners to pros.

You can also use your board for surfing, a leash plug will allow you to never lose it. Nothing is missing.

3 FCS II Glass Flex fins for Trifin assembly.
2 side and 1 central high-strength FCS II boxes connected to the deck sandwich.
5 mm grooved Deck Pad for absolute grip and comfort, glued during manufacturing, in the factory.
Inserts, screws, and strap washers in line for two-strap assembly.
2 large symmetric GONG Light footstraps.
Concrete Fixed plug at the tail to never lose your board.
Automatic depressurization screws.

Delivery

Delivery delay

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.

More infos

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