Description

Program

The ultimate compact board for kitefoil and pumping.

Presentation

The Kiwii HDCC was specifically designed for kitefoil use, with or without straps. Freeride, freestyle strapless, surf... it does it all. It’s designed for advanced and expert riders in search of THE magic carpet:

Very compact for exceptional maneuverability.
Super rigid for more responsiveness and impeccable precision in maneuvers.
Ultra light and solid to send grabbed airs and hugged kiteloops.

In flight, its ultra-compact shape makes it almost invisible, truly embodying the word "fly." The Kiwii completely disappears, leaving you with the sensation of the water flowing beneath your feet in perfect silence, creating an addictive experience.

When it comes to tricks, the sensation of lightness is enhanced by its stiffness and flat deck, offering a direct foot-to-foil connection and an instant, intuitive reaction in every move.

In freestyle, you will love its lightness. Its refined rails will allow you an easy grip to send grabbed airs. With straps, you'll have confidence when landing full-speed jumps, as it absorbs impacts flawlessly.

The Kiwii’s new HDCC construction delivers extreme stiffness. Each pressure point is transmitted with incredible responsiveness. With this 100% pre-preg carbon molding technology, we’ve been able to refine the board while maintaining its strength. The numerous stringers and 100% carbon boxes offer ultimate resistance to flex and breakage. The connection with the foil is direct, resulting in:

Tenfold sensations.
Total control.
Maximum durability.
Ultra-light weight.

It is available in a single size of 3'5" for 9.5L. Once you have the skill to ride a Kiwii, the volume doesn’t matter.

Keep in mind that this size is ideal for travel. A big plus for those who prefer to travel light: a Kiwii with two strutless kites, and you’ve got the lightest quiver you can imagine.

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Kitefoil Board Kiwii Strapped HDCC 3'5

Name: GONG - Kitefoil Board Kiwii Strapped HDCC 3'5
Brand: GONG
SKU: GON25BOAKTFKIWHDCIBLA-35
Price: 649.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

The most compact kitefoil board in our range.

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GONG | Kitefoil Board Kiwii Strapped HDCC 3'5

techno-fsp-hdcc HDCC construction
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ridge-traction-pad Ridge Traction Pad
box-us Double entry US box

Specifications

3'5 | 105.0cm
17 5/16" | 44.0cm
1 3/16" | 3.0cm
Volume: 10.0L

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Expert

40kg

55kg

85kg

100kg

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Description

Program

The ultimate compact board for kitefoil and pumping.

Presentation

The Kiwii HDCC was specifically designed for kitefoil use, with or without straps. Freeride, freestyle strapless, surf... it does it all. It’s designed for advanced and expert riders in search of THE magic carpet:

Very compact for exceptional maneuverability.
Super rigid for more responsiveness and impeccable precision in maneuvers.
Ultra light and solid to send grabbed airs and hugged kiteloops.

In flight, its ultra-compact shape makes it almost invisible, truly embodying the word "fly." The Kiwii completely disappears, leaving you with the sensation of the water flowing beneath your feet in perfect silence, creating an addictive experience.

When it comes to tricks, the sensation of lightness is enhanced by its stiffness and flat deck, offering a direct foot-to-foil connection and an instant, intuitive reaction in every move.

In freestyle, you will love its lightness. Its refined rails will allow you an easy grip to send grabbed airs. With straps, you'll have confidence when landing full-speed jumps, as it absorbs impacts flawlessly.

The Kiwii’s new HDCC construction delivers extreme stiffness. Each pressure point is transmitted with incredible responsiveness. With this 100% pre-preg carbon molding technology, we’ve been able to refine the board while maintaining its strength. The numerous stringers and 100% carbon boxes offer ultimate resistance to flex and breakage. The connection with the foil is direct, resulting in:

Tenfold sensations.
Total control.
Maximum durability.
Ultra-light weight.

It is available in a single size of 3'5" for 9.5L. Once you have the skill to ride a Kiwii, the volume doesn’t matter.

Keep in mind that this size is ideal for travel. A big plus for those who prefer to travel light: a Kiwii with two strutless kites, and you’ve got the lightest quiver you can imagine.

OUTLINE

Its outline is very rounded at the nose. Its largely chamfered rails are thin and soft. These characteristics, combined with its compactness, allow you to sail on all angles and link incisive turns together while minimizing touchdowns. Endless carves are all yours!

NOSE

Large rounded square nose to have more front foot surface, with a very marked double concave underneath which makes it easier to manage touchdowns in choppy conditions even with a lot of lean angle. It also provides added rigidity.

TAIL

A rounded square tail that’s narrower than the nose for immediate planing and control in chop without losing speed in the event of a touchdown.

DECK

Flat deck for control and steering precision.

FOOTSTRAPS INSERTS

For those who love strapped pocket boards, straps can now be mounted on the Kiwii.

HULL

Wide, flat beveled hull at the tail then double significant concave for more control when touching down. The rails are thin and soft, but with a light, discreet sidewall that optimizes rigidity and resistance to possible impacts.

Pumping board

The Kiwii also allows a dock/beachstart use.

Here again, it excels thanks to its compact format and its technology.

The extreme rigidity obtained by the HDCC construction ensures that you transmit the effort to your foil immediately with each pumping stroke.

Zero loss of energy or power. No more touchdowns due to too bulky a format.

With a Kiwii HDCC set up, giant wing (Sirus, Curve H and Fluid H) and HM mast, you are guaranteed to have a super rigid and efficient combo.

The HDCC revolution

Resistance and Durability:

High temperature molding provides a better bond between fibers and resin, increasing mechanical strength and durability under high stresses. The mechanical properties of the board remain stable even when exposed to high temperatures.

Lightness and responsiveness:

The full carbon prepreg lamination allows homogeneous and optimized distribution of the resin. All excess weight is removed without compromising strength. The boards are thus lighter and more efficient.

Precision:

Molds allow parts to be manufactured with ultra-precise tolerances. This improves the aerodynamics and hydrodynamics of the products.

High Density foam blank:

The foam blank used is an extremely expensive and efficient hydrophobic material used in aeronautics. It provides exceptional structural rigidity and longevity while maintaining a light weight.

Zero waste:

Unlike manual lamination which can result in excess resin and fiber, in-molded manufacturing optimizes material usage, minimizing waste and reducing the environmental footprint of production.

Low price:

The lower price compared to this exceptional technology is due to the efficiency of construction. Less human labor (about a quarter) equals lower expenses. Simply, with this board, you're primarily investing in well-assembled premium materials.

HDCC Technology

These boards have the high-performance HDCC (High Density Core & Carbon) technology. The manufacturing process is akin to that of a foil wing. The board is manufactured from aerospace-grade prepreg carbon fiber and a high-density foam core with mechanical properties that ensure structural cohesion and hydrophobicity in case of damage.

In a nutshell, it’s strong, stiff, and very lightweight

Industry-standard prepreg carbon fibers are positioned on the high-density foam core. Carbon H-stringers and full prepreg boxes are also placed before compression in a steel mold heated to 155°C to polymerize the resin. Mold pressure combined with high temperature ensures perfect layer cohesion to guarantee exemplary performance and durability.

Subsequently, the board is extracted from the mold. Board logos are applied. A thin layer of matte varnish is then applied to protect the board. The pad is glued, and the board is ready to ride!

This technology involves no sanding, hence no production waste. There's no sanding of the shape as it's molded, no sanding of the laminations which are pressed and fused, and no sanding of the hot coats which are integrated directly into the molding process. It's extremely costly to implement but the result is impeccably clean.

All our prototyping phases are tested on our own test benches. HDCC boards easily pass resistance tests with loads exceeding several hundred kilograms on the front foot.

The lower price compared to this exceptional technology is due to the efficiency of construction. Less human labor (about a quarter) equals lower expenses. Simply, with this board, you're primarily investing in well-assembled premium materials.

At GONG, our boards are top-of-the-line. Our competitive pricing is only possible due to direct sales, which eliminate intermediary markups. If, unfortunately, you break them, they are fully repairable with components we keep in stock for your favourite shape.

Technical sheet

Kitefoil Board Kiwii Strapped HDCC 3'5 3'5

Rocker: Flat on the rear half with a raised nose to soften touchdowns and prevent pearling.
Rails: Chamfer, thin, and smooth for a better absorption of touchdowns, increased angle and easy handling in grabbed tricks.
Nose: Large rounded square nose to have more front foot surface area, with a pronounced double concave underneath to manage touchdowns in choppy conditions even at steep angles.
Outline: Extremely compact design. Good overall buoyancy for its size with a nearly rectangular outline but softer tips.
Tail: Round square tail narrower than the nose for immediate planning and control in choppy conditions without losing speed in case of touchdowns.
Deck: Flat deck for control and driving precision.
Bottom: Flat hull with wide chamfers at the tail and significant double concave for more control during touchdowns.
Double inserts & metric: for a secure and durable tightening.
Pad: Ridge Traction Pad for enhanced control and grip in your stance.

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Buying guide

For whom?

Whether you're riding strapless or with straps in kitefoil, controlling a compact board like this requires excellent skill in flight and maneuverability. These boards are thus intended for advanced to expert riders. In pumping, the Kiwii HDCC boards are ideal for all levels, from beginners to experts.

For what?

For those looking to perform tacks, jibes, big jumps, kite loops, and other tricks on a pocket board, the Kiwii is your go-to.

If you're in search of the perfect dockstart pumping board that also works for kitefoiling, the Kiwii has you covered.

Plus, it's the perfect board for those who prefer traveling light.

What is the ideal foil?

The Kiwii works perfectly in kite with our foils, particularly:

The Curve H V3 (XXS, XS & S) for easy allround freeride riding.
The Fluid H V3 (3XS, XXS, XS & S) and Veloce H V3 (XS & S) for increased speed and maneuverability.
For speed lovers, all XS and S sizes in Ypra-S, Veloce H, and Ypra.

Generally, we prefer very small surface stabs like a Fluid 38, for example. You can also go for the Freestyle stab, which has a shorter fuselage that improves reactivity by decreasing the turning radius. Or, alternatively, you can take the easy performance option with the small-sized Curve stab.

For optimal performance, upgrade this foil with a carbon mast between 85cm and 107cm, depending on your preferences and program.

And for pumping sessions?

All the giant front wings (Sirus, Curve H, Fluid H) will be perfect with the HM70 and the HM77 masts.

Quel est le kite idéal ?

The Kiwii HDCC is amazing with a Strutless, excelling in winds below 20 knots. It has the performance of a race kite but with the safety of a bladder. It flies in almost no wind and tacks incredibly well, all while staying maneuverable.

For big air and kiteloops, the Kiwii pairs perfectly with the Vertigo, Ayto, and Ayto DP. Your gear now offers limitless potential, it's up to you to push your boundaries.

The Kiwii also works incredibly well with the Unik, enhancing its maneuverability for smooth turns and carving.

Equipments

Full Deckpad

The Kiwii HDCC comes with our new 5mm thick Ridge Traction pad. The grooved surface design ensures excellent grip. The pad is one continuous piece that covers the entire top surface, so there's no need to wax your board. It also eliminates small angles that could peel off over time.

US double-entry box system

Need to switch between kitefoil and beachstart sessions? Double-entry US rails and SCS nuts for foil attachment let you change masts in 2 turns of the key.

With the SCS nuts* connected by the composite rods, the nuts on the top plate are automatically perfectly set. You just need to position the top plate over the 4 entries, insert the nuts all at once, slide the foil back to the chosen position and in two turns of the key per screw the foil is mounted. The GONG double entry box facilitates the assembly and adjustment of the foil!

Performance without the hassle. When dismantling the foil, you can leave the nuts and the screws on the top plate, just loosen the screws, remove the foil and off you go!

It is the plug and play solution which facilitates adjustments

*SCS nuts not supplied with the board

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.