Pack SUP Alley FSP Pro
This complete pack includes:
- a board GONG SUP ALLEY FSP PRO (the size of your choice).
- a cover GONG SUP DAYBAG adapted to the dimensions of the board (the size of your choice).
- a paddle carbon Pro fixed.
- a leash GONG the size and color of your choice.
Program
The high performance and radical shortboard to take everything apart.
Presentation
The Alley FSP Pro are performance shortboards to push your limits: angry rollers, top turns, slashes, powerful cut backs, pushing airs and waves.
Under the skillful feet of a good surfer, the Alley is capable of producing all the register that marks high performance. We really don't feel any limits whether in the very hollow waves that Vilayta charges or on smoother point breaks that Moritz takes down.
In large sizes, you find these qualities but with all the ease of rowing volume and good waiting width. Easy and punchy at the same time.
More rocker, more kick tail and thinner rails for more radical surfing than all the other boards in the range, the Alley doesn't pretend: it's radical.
However, it is the magic board for those who want to produce a smooth surfing with this delectable round tail, retaining a little length to ensure good paddling speed in order to score as many waves as possible.
It’s a really fast shape 100% shortboard available in 6 sizes: 7’2, 7’4, 7’6, 7’8, 8’1 and 8’6 to satisfy all sizes, knowing that the two largest are comfortable sizes for “all”.
Technical sheet
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Buying guide
For whom?
You have to want the purest and hardcore drives in SUP. So a lot of enthusiasm and motivation.
A body in excellent working order is a real plus on an Alley. If this is not the case, it will quickly turn into a nightmare.
Overall, it’s a board that you only look at after a few years of SUP, and when you are very sporty. You must master 3D balance in particular: lateral plus front/back.
For what ?
Vertical is the credo of an Alley. This round tail gives it the freedom to go for any curve, from the wisest to the craziest. Avoid the chop, it’s hellish.
What size?
- The 7’2 is great for pros weighing 65kg max.
- The 7’4 is great for pros weighing 75kg max.
- The 7’6 is great for pros weighing 85kg max.
- The 7'8 is starting to calm down, ideal for athletes weighing less than 90kg.
- The 8’1 is cool for those under 90kg who are not super sporty and want comfort.
- The 8’6 is “easy” for those under 100kg who are not super sporty and want comfort.
Do not overfill this board. Too much volume will give it an unpleasant tumbling effect while a little water on the deck behind the heels will stall it.
Which board bag?
Which quiver friends?
The Alley is certainly the last frontier with surfing in the world of SUP.
We will generally complete it with a small wave board. Or a Karmen so as not to make too big a difference in feeling/driving. Or a Mob to go and smash in the soft arch.
Few people like hardcore shortSUP and longSUP. If this is your case, it will go very well with all longSUPs but probably better with a Zero or an NFA which offer modern and lively drives.
The Alley will have difficulty finding its place in a surfer's quiver because it is the board of someone who goes to the end of the SUP, and who will therefore not necessarily have the time to invest in the heart of the surf program which is exactly that of the Alley: that of the performance shortboard.
What fin assembly?
Fine sorting is the best option on the Alleys. All the classic arrangements work, no particular gain by going towards exoticism. A good set of Performers will be perfect. Switch to Carvers if you want more directional stability (control).
The Toledos and the Wilsons are top-notch, the Fannings are more powerful for equal size. But these fins are only sold in fine sorting sets. To be completed with retail quad rears.
Take your recommended fin size or just above. No less. You're going to need grip to use it.
Reminder of FCS2 fin sizes recommended for trifin
(three fins of identical size):
- XS for those under 55 kg / 120 Lbs
- S for 55 kg – 70 kg / 120 Lbs – 155 Lbs
- M for 65 kg – 80 kg / 145 Lbs – 175 Lbs
- L for 75 kg – 90 kg / 165 Lbs – 200 Lbs
- XL for those over 85 kg / 190 Lbs
Note that before the shape, it is the material of the fins that determines the performance. Remember that the steeper the fin, the more it works. And yes a pro needs good drifts, but an amateur also needs to go fast because speed is the basis of all maneuvers.
Never take shorter, except possibly when kiting.
A surfer who wants more speed, makes nicer turns, surfs more cleanly, works on his speed, will take a size larger than the recommended size.
In a setup that mixes sets, consider that the lateral ones provide grip and acceleration; and the rears do the pivot, the drive and a little grip. So, focus on beautiful ears suited to your need for power and speed.
Quad rears with a flat internal face have more grip and less slippage. A clearer grip, but a Vmax and a handling a bit below the rounded internal faces (20/80 for example). Favor flat sides despite everything.
And quad tails that are too big completely block the maneuverability of your board, giving you the impression that its tail “floats” too much in curves. Detestable. Better too small than too big.
What length of paddle?
Your size, no more, no less, ideally in Pro for weight. You can take a little shorter if you are oriented towards radical driving. Some cut it at eyebrow height.
Which leash?
Take the length of your board: 7’ or 8’.
Less shoulder size, reduced diameter (6 mm) will give you a lot of speed. Above, you must have 7mm minimum.
Check its condition before each session and change it every year. This is your life jacket.
Equipments
The Alley FSP Pro is equipped with a high-end deckpad of 5mm which offers both a optimal grip and a comfort exceptional.
At the rear, the 3D Function Tail Pad provides “intelligent” contact thanks to its groovings and openings specially designed to improve proprioception: your feet remain planted and constantly receive the information necessary for precise surfing.
Up front, the Front Pad Ridge Traction guarantees absolute grip and surgically precise control, while maintaining comfortable cushioning.
With this multi-zone deckpad, the new Alley offers contact that is precise, comfortable and perfectly controlled.
The ergonomic carrying handle on the deck makes it easy to handle the board outside of the water. It also allows you to take the board out of the water with one hand, which is very practical!
This handle incorporates the depressurization screw, which protects it and avoids having to place it separately in a dedicated reinforcement which would weigh down the board. A durable and light investment.
The depressurization screw is automatic. This screw is equipped with a membrane which allows air to circulate between the heart of the board and the ambient air but remains impermeable to water. It will manage common pressure variations between the outside and inside of your board. The durability gain is considerable, without you having to worry about it. However, we recommend that you never leave your board in the sun and remove the depressurization screw when traveling by plane.
In addition, we mount these boards with 3 FCS 2 boxes on small sizes and 5 FCS 2 boxes on large sizes. The anchoring is firm and therefore the most efficient and solid. It is simply the highest standard of fin box on the market. You can therefore mount all types of quad fins according to your desires and your surfing style by accessing an almost infinite catalog of high-end fins.
The leash plug is indestructible since it is glued into the high density PVC sandwich of the deck. The assurance of not losing your board in the stones for example, nor of seeing water seep through the plug because the PVC is waterproof.
To summarize, are provided with the Alley
- A GONG cover SUP DAYBAG adapted to the dimensions of the board (the size of your choice).
- A 100% fixed carbon mix paddle.
- A GONG leash in the size and color of your choice.
3 Fins FCS II Glass Flex L/118mm for the 7'2, 7'4, 7'6. 4 FCS II Glass Flex fins (2 lateral Carver L/118 mm +2 lateral Carver S/100 mm) for 7'8, 8'1, 8'6
3 high-strength FCS II boxes placed on HD PVC reinforcements on the 7’2, 7’4 and 7’6 and 5 FCS II boxes on the other sizes for the possibility of quad mounting.
Pad 5 mm: deck covering designed for great comfort and absolute grip.
Carrying handle integrated into the center of the board on the deck.
Concrete Fixed leash plug at the tail so you never lose your board.
Delivery
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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