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Need a bag to protect your board? GlissEvolution in Pornichet offers kite, wing, Surf bags and travel gear from ION, Mystic, Duotone, Manera, Eleveight, Prolimit and Ride Engine!
En savoir plusTravel Gear: boardbags, foil bags, and travel bags
Updated July 2026
A good bag is essential for protecting your board from impacts, scratches, and sun damage. Given the investment a wingfoil board or a foil represents, protecting it is a smart move. At GlissEvolution, your trusted shop in Pornichet since 2005, we're here to help you find the perfect protection for your gear and your travels. This section is part of our accessories range; don't forget to check out our safety and pumps sections too.
Board sock or padded bag?
While a sock offers protection from scratches, a padded bag goes further by safeguarding against impacts. For everyday use, a sock is usually enough. However, for air travel, you'll want 8 to 10 mm of padding to protect your gear from the rigors of the cargo hold.
| Type | Protection | Usage | Indicative Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sock | Scratches | Daily trips | approx. 40 to €80 |
| Single bag (3 to 5 mm) | Scratches and minor impacts | Car transport | approx. 75 to €140 |
| Reinforced bag (8 to 10 mm) | Impacts and heat | Air travel | approx. 160 to €300 |
| Golf bag / travel bag | Multiple boards, wheels | Air travel | approx. 170 to €350 |
A bag for every riding discipline
Twin-tip boardbags are designed to protect your kitesurf boards, while Surf boardbags accommodate thinner shapes. For bulkier wingfoil boards, you'll find wider boardbags, some even with wheels for easier air travel. Foilboard bags are specifically designed to account for the foil box.
Foil bags
A foil bag is crucial for protecting your mast and wings, which are often the most fragile and expensive components of your foil. For travel, always disassemble your foil and protect each element separately: use a mast bag, a Front Wing and stabilizer bag, or a complete bag. Don't forget to wrap any sharp edges for extra safety.
Wing bags, golf bags, and travel bags
A dedicated wing bag will protect your kite or wing during transport and storage. If you're traveling with multiple boards, a golf bag or a wheeled travel bag is perfect for consolidating all your gear. Just remember to double-check your airline's maximum dimensions to avoid any surprises.
Session bags and accessories
Your session bag is perfect for carrying your wetsuit, towel, and personal items. A changing mat (wetbag) keeps your gear clean by the water, a waterproof dry bag protects your electronics, and a luggage scale can save you from unexpected fees at the airport.
How to choose your bag?
Take a bag five to ten centimeters longer than your board, and check the width for voluminous wingfoil boards. "Stubby" models are designed for short and wide shapes.
The brands we offer
- ION: Core boardbags, Tec gearbags, session bags.
- Mystic: Star and Patrol ranges, foil bags.
- Duotone: boardbags, combibags, and travel bags.
- Manera: Surf and twintip bags, wheeled foil bag, dry bags.
- Looking for top-tier travel gear? We stock boardbags and foil bags from leading brands like Eleveight, Sabfoil, Ride Engine, and Prolimit, alongside a great selection of travel bags.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which bag should I use for air travel?
A reinforced 8 to 10 mm bag or a wheeled golf bag: the padding protects against impacts in the hold and allows you to transport multiple boards.
Board sock or padded bag?
A board sock protects against scratches, while a padded bag also protects against impacts. For a valuable board, a padded bag is preferable even for daily use.
How do I protect my foil when traveling?
Disassemble the foil and protect each element separately (mast, Front Wing, and stabilizer) with dedicated bags, wrapping the sharp edges.
What size bag should I choose?
A bag five to ten centimeters longer than the board, checking the width. Stubby bags are suitable for short and wide shapes.
How much does a bag cost?
Around 40 to €80 for a board sock, 75 to €140 for a simple bag, 160 to €300 for a travel bag, and 170 to €350 for a golf bag.
Where can I buy my travel gear?
At GlissEvolution, online or in our Pornichet store, with advice from riders to choose the right size.
Why choose GlissEvolution?
With twenty years of experience serving riders since 2005, GlissEvolution is your trusted source for protecting your gear, whether for daily use or travel. Get expert advice in our Pornichet store, and enjoy free shipping on purchases over €100.
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.
