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En savoir plusKite, Wing, Surf, and Foil Accessories
Updated July 2026
Accessories often make the difference between an epic session and a total struggle. From safety to comfort and protecting your gear, every detail counts. Here at GlissEvolution, your trusted shop in Pornichet since 2005, our team of passionate riders is ready to help you find the perfect kite accessories, wing accessories, surf accessories, helmets, travel gear, and pumps for your chosen discipline.
Discipline Essentials
For wingfoil, you need two leashes–one for the wing on your wrist and one for the board on your waist–as well as a helmet for foiling. For kitesurf, a pump is essential to inflate the kite, along with a safety leash connected to the release system. For Surf, an ankle leash and wax or a pad for grip are enough to get started.
| Discipline | Essentials | Indicative Budget |
|---|---|---|
| Wingfoil | Wing leash + board leash + helmet | approx. 150 to €220 |
| Kitesurf | Pump + safety leash | approx. 100 to €150 |
| Kitefoil | Pump + leash + helmet | Approximately 150 to €250 |
| Surf | Leash + wax or pad | approx. 50 to €90 |
Helmets
Helmets are not mandatory for free riding, but highly recommended for foil, where the mast and wings are rigid elements. Find hard and soft helmets, and protective caps in our helmets section.
Safety
From impact vests to offshore vests for downwind runs, and essential safety gear like lines cutters and leashes, your protective equipment should always match your riding discipline. Explore our full range in the safety section.
Pumps
A double-action pump inflates on both the up and down strokes, twice as fast. Electric pumps eliminate the effort. Discover our pumps section.
Travel Gear
Socks, padded bags, wheeled travel bags, and foil covers protect your gear daily and when flying. See the travel gear section.
What Budget Should You Plan For?
As an indication for 2026, excluding sale: expect to spend approximately 150 to €220 on accessories to start wingfoiling (two leashes and a helmet), 100 to €150 for kitesurfing (pump and leash), and 50 to €90 for Surf (leash and wax or pad). A higher comfort budget adds a bag, vest, and spare parts.
The brands we offer
- Duotone, Core, F-ONE and Eleveight: pumps, pads, straps, spare parts.
- ION, Mystic and Manera: helmets, vests, travel gear, leashes.
- Ride Engine: electric pumps and premium vests.
- FeatherFins, Creatures and Nomads: fins, leashes and surf pads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What accessories do you need to start?
Depending on your discipline: two leashes and a helmet for wingfoil; a pump and a safety leash for kitesurf; a leash and wax or a pad for Surf.
How many leashes do you need for wingfoil?
Two: a wing leash on your wrist to keep the wing close, and a board leash on your waist to prevent the catapult effect.
Is a helmet mandatory for foil?
Not legally for free riding, but highly recommended for wingfoil and kitefoil, where the mast and wings can cause injury in a fall. It is mandatory in schools.
Manual or electric pump?
A double-action manual pump is the minimum, light and without a battery. An electric pump saves time, ideal for inflating multiple wings.
Which bag for traveling?
A board sock is enough for daily use; for air travel, a padded bag or a wheeled travel bag protects against impacts in the hold.
Where to buy your accessories?
At GlissEvolution, online or in our Pornichet store, with advice from riders and knowledge of brand compatibilities.
Why choose GlissEvolution?
Twenty years of experience serving riders since 2005. We test the accessories we sell and know the compatibilities between brands. In-store advice in Pornichet, after-sales support workshop, free shipping from €100 purchase.
Find Us
Visit GlissEvolution at 2c avenue du Gulfstream, 44380 Pornichet (Loire-Atlantique). You can reach us by phone at 09 62 64 74 77. We're open Tuesday to Saturday, from 10 am to 1 pm and from 3 pm to 7 pm.
