Construction
Built in the best factory in the world, the CHIP is a magnificent board at a never seen price. Forget the low cost and low quality boards coming out of low-end factories, the CHIP simply is a high end board with less accessories and a simple but styling visual to keep the price affordable.
Its technology uses thick PVC, which can handle every possible family use without bending. It is a very rigid board that performs really well.
GONG is a renowned and serious brand, who took Stand Up Paddle at its birth and brought it to the level of respectability and performance that is now associated with the sport . Proud of this, we would never consider building a low end board similar to those sold in supermarkets.
Equipements
The CHIP ships with a US center fin. It is known that half the performance of a SUP board comes from the fin used, hence why GONG had to install a standard US Box for the center fin which is the gold standard when it comes to the choice of the best fin for your skill level, way of riding and conditions.
The paddle is included in the pack ! It can be adjusted in length and is perfect for a beginner.
The GONG leash is absolutely necessary to ride the CHIP safely, for you and others. It is very high quality and the ankle attachment is both comfortable and durable.
The CHIP is equipped with a neoprene center handle to carry the board easily.
The net at the front of the board is perfect to secure your waterproof bag and to store the paddle when taking a break. Ideal to take safety equipments and some snacks with you on your cruise.
The Deck Pad was specifically engineered and designed to get the best balance of grip and comfort. You will be able to paddle for hours without your feet hurting and without slipping, even when surfing.
The included double action inflatable pump is super efficient in order to be the first paddling out.
A repair kit is also included in case of damage to the board (beware: the kit does not contain glue, but you can find some easily at your nearest DIY store). Note that we also have every component of your board in stock if you ever need to replace parts of it.
All those equipment are packaged in a well thought out bag, built to last with good quality materials.
- The straps are padded and comfortable
- The handle is very durable.
This pack has it all!
Shape
This shape perfectly mixes cruising and small waves surfing. It is a skilful adaptation of the thousands of templates that we have developed over 30 years that allows us to have such an effective and facilitating behavior.
When cruising, we appreciate its glide specific to inflatable boards, all in fluidity. If you want to pick up the pace, its contoured nose will accelerate with ease. In more difficult conditions, its raised nose allows you to pass the chop serenely. The outline ends in a round tail, the most manageable of all. It is also the fastest rowing.
In surfing, the take off is early because the distribution of the volume of an inflatable makes it start early on the wave. Its round tail is super maneuverable, really crazy! We go forward to accelerate and we go back to turn short. The back foot is light, with immediate board response to handle curves and slope. Certainly the best board to catch your first waves.
For each size, the volume is important, it is an accessible board, a real Swiss knife of SUP. It is a fast and handy shape, so versatile between cruising and surfing for all sizes.
Your benefits are clear:
1. The best price from the world SUP specialist.
2. Top of the range rigidity.
3. Easy to transport and use.
4. Solid because an inflatable board isn’t afraid of shocks.
5. Less dangerous if you hit your board.
STOCK DIMENSIONS
- Length: 10’0 = 304,8 cm
- Width: 33″ = 83,8 cm
- Thickness: 6″ = 15,2 cm
- Volume: 290 Litres
- One foot off nose: 19 11/16″ = 50 cm
- One foot off tail: 18 3/16″ = 46,3 cm
- Tail: round tail.
- Nose: round narrow nose.
- Fins: single.
- Weight: 8,0 kg (indicative bare board weight at + or – 5%)
- Bag’s dimensions: 95 x 45 cm.
The complete pack includes :
- A Chip 10’0.
- An adjustable 3 part paddle.
- 1 Single Fin
- A double action pump.
- A GONG leash adapted to the size of the chosen board.
- A repair kit.
- A user guide.
- A transport bag.
SHAPE
- Rocker : relaxed and constant with lifted nose. Easy and fast take off.
- Rails : soft and round by nature on all the length, giving a very cool grip.
- Volume : ideal thickness to offer a generous volume and maneuverability.
- Outline : a beautiful round tail, very stable at the center with a round nose slightly stretched to keep a good paddling speed.
- Tail : Very soft and progressive round tail for nice curves without forcing.
- Nose : point nose for paddling speed
INCLUDED EQUIPMENTS
- 1 GONG alu 3 parts adjustable paddle, light, strong and efficient.
- 1 GONG leash confortable.
- 1 Single Fin GONG, tool-less fixation US Standard box compatible with most fins on the market
- 1 centered comfortable foam carry handle for easy transport and launching.
- Deck Pad 5 mm Diamond Grooving: adhering, comfortable and light.
- Transport net at the front.
- Inox ring on the tail to connect the leash.
- Inox tow ring under the nose that serves as added camera security.
- High pressure inflation valve under the nose to facilitate deflation and storage.
- GONG fast air pump 15 psi: double action for beginning inflation, and simple action to finalize easily the task.
- Transport bag.
- Repair kit (without PVC glue, which you can easily find in hardware stores if needed).
Built in the best factory in the world, the CHIP is a magnificent board at a never seen price. Forget the low cost and low quality boards coming out of low-end factories, the CHIP simply is a high end board with less accessories and a simple but styling visual to keep the price affordable.
Its technology uses thick PVC, which can handle every possible family use without bending. It is a very rigid board that performs really well.
GONG is a renowned and serious brand, who took Stand Up Paddle at its birth and brought it to the level of respectability and performance that is now associated with the sport . Proud of this, we would never consider building a low end board similar to those sold in supermarkets.
Technology Chip
- Board 100% Mirasol Drop Stitch, the best material.
- Simple layered 1000D PVC on the top and the bottom, very light weight.
- Double layered 1000D PVC on the rails, super solid board.
- Thickness 6″ (15cm) for the best stiffness
- Air Pressure: 15 psi. Factory controlled at 25 psi.
