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GlissEvolution Pornichet Test Center
Pornichet's Watersports Destination Since 2005

Test Center Kitesurf, Wingfoil & Foil

Try out the gear before you buy it. Pick your favorites from our test fleet, grab them at the shop, and ride wherever you want. This service is reserved for independent riders.

€40per product tested
-€40on purchases of €300 or more

Confirmation within 24h · Pick up and return at the shop · Tuesday to Saturday, 10am-1pm / 3pm-7pm

Kitesurf

Kites

Test €40 Core 2025 Pace 9 m²
CORE Kiteboarding
Core 2025 Pace 9 m²
FreerideFreeride PerformanceFreestyle
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Test €40 Eleveight 2026 RS V10 9 m² red
Eleveight
Eleveight 2026 RS V10 9 m² red
BeginnerFreerideFreestyle
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Test €40 F-One 2026 Banger QuadX 9 m²
F-ONE
F-One 2026 Banger QuadX 9 m²
Freeride PerformanceBig Air
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Twin-tips

Test €40 Core Era 136
CORE Kiteboarding
Core Era 136
BeginnerFreerideFreeride Performance
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Test €40 Available upon request Duotone 2027 Jaime SLS 136
Duotone
Duotone 2027 Jaime SLS 136
FreerideFreeride PerformanceFreestyle
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Test €40 F-One 2026 Spark Carbon 136 + Platinum 3 + Big Air Handle
F-ONE
F-One 2026 Spark Carbon 136 + Platinum 3 + Big Air Handle
FreerideFreeride PerformanceFreestyle
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Kite Bars

Test €40 Duotone 2026 bar Click Bar Quad Control M 22-24
Duotone
Duotone 2026 bar Click Bar Quad Control M 22-24
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Test €40 Eleveight 2025 bar CS Auto V2 L
Eleveight
Eleveight 2025 bar CS Auto V2 L
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Test €40 F-One 2026 bar Atom SK99 52/45 without leash
F-ONE
F-One 2026 bar Atom SK99 52/45 without leash
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Test €40 Slingshot 2026 bar Sentry V3 45
Slingshot
Slingshot 2026 bar Sentry V3 45
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Wingfoil

Wings

Test €40 Armstrong 2026 X-Wing Performance 5 m²
Armstrong Foils
Armstrong 2026 X-Wing Performance 5 m²
SurfIntermediateFreeride
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Test €40 Eleveight 2026 WFS V7 5 m²
Eleveight
Eleveight 2026 WFS V7 5 m²
BeginnerSurfIntermediate
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Test €40 F-One 2026 Strike V6 4,5 m² + carbon boom
F-ONE
F-One 2026 Strike V6 4,5 m² + carbon boom
BeginnerSurfIntermediate
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Test €40 F-One 2026 Strike V6 5,5 m² + carbon boom
F-ONE
F-One 2026 Strike V6 5,5 m² + carbon boom
BeginnerSurfIntermediate
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Wing foil boards / Parawing

Test €40 Duotone 2026 Paradox SLS 6'7
Duotone
Duotone 2026 Paradox SLS 6'7
DownwindParawing / Pocket wingSurf
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Test €40 Hana wingfoil 6'0 150 L
Hana Outdoors
Hana wingfoil 6'0 150 L
BeginnerIntermediateFreeride

Foil

Masts

Test €40 Armstrong mast Perf X 865 + fuselage 60
Armstrong Foils
Armstrong mast Perf X 865 + fuselage 60
DownwindParawing / Pocket wingSurf
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Test €40 Duotone 2026 mast Slim 2.0 D/LAB 84
Duotone
Duotone 2026 mast Slim 2.0 D/LAB 84
DownwindParawing / Pocket wingSurf
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Test €40 Available upon request Duotone 2026 mast Slim 2.0 D/LAB 94
Duotone
Duotone 2026 mast Slim 2.0 D/LAB 94
DownwindParawing / Pocket wingSurf
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Test €40 F-one 2026 UHM Carbon Mast 14 - 85cm
F-ONE
F-one 2026 UHM Carbon Mast 14 - 85cm
DownwindParawing / Pocket wingSurf
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Planes and Wingsets

Test €40 Armstrong front wing UHA 770 Dart 140
Armstrong Foils
Armstrong front wing UHA 770 Dart 140
DownwindParawing / Pocket wingSurf
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Test €40 Available upon request Duotone 2026 front wing Crest D/LAB 675 PX 40/145
Duotone
Duotone 2026 front wing Crest D/LAB 675 PX 40/145
SurfIntermediateProne / Surf Foil
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Test €40 Duotone front wing Crest D/LAB 1200 PX 43/160
Duotone
Duotone front wing Crest D/LAB 1200 PX 43/160
SurfIntermediateProne / Surf Foil
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Test €40 Duotone front wing Glide 3.0 D/LAB 950 H130
Duotone
Duotone front wing Glide 3.0 D/LAB 950 H130
DownwindParawing / Pocket wingFreeride
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Test €40 F-One 2026 front wing Eagle V2 890/158
F-ONE
F-One 2026 front wing Eagle V2 890/158
DownwindParawing / Pocket wingSurf
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How it works

How to book your test?

1. Choose

Select the equipment you want to try, then tell us your session date.

2. Confirmation within 24 hours

The shop will confirm your request based on availability and weather conditions.

3. Pick up at the store

Pick up your gear the day before or on the day of your session, during our opening hours (Tuesday to Saturday). We require a deposit via credit card imprint or check, and a €40 per product fee is due at pickup.

4. Return

For same-day or next-day pickup, visit us during opening hours (Tuesday to Saturday). That €40 fee converts into store credit when you spend over €300.

Booking

My test request

Selected equipment

    No equipment checked yet. Use "Add to my request" on the cards above.

    Dates

    Our shop is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 AM - 1 PM and 3 PM - 7 PM.We're closed on Sundays and Mondays. We're also closed on public holidays. All pickups and returns must happen on an opening day. If you're planning a session for Sunday or Monday, you'll pick up your gear on Saturday and return it on Tuesday. "The day before" a Tuesday means Saturday.

    Your contact details

    The shop will respond within 24 hours. Your contact details are used only to process this request (privacy policy).

    Terms and Conditions

    Terms of Use

    Access to the GlissEvolution Test Center is subject to the following conditions. By booking a test, you fully agree to these terms.

    1. Eligibility

    Tests are reserved for riders with full range. Beginners are not permitted to borrow equipment for full range use.

    2. Responsibilities

    The tester is fully responsible for any borrowed equipment. In case of loss, theft, or damage, you will be charged for the repair or replacement at the new item price.

    3. Rates and Payment

    It's €40 per product, regardless of equipment type. This amount is deductible as a credit for purchases of €300 or more. Payment is due upon pickup.

    4. Security Deposit

    A security deposit equal to the price of new equipment is required, by check or credit card imprint. No equipment will be released without a deposit.

    5. Return

    You can pick up your gear the day before or on the day of your session, and return it the same day or the next. Just make sure it's during our shop's opening hours (Tuesday to Saturday, 10 AM - 1 PM and 3 PM - 7 PM; we're closed on public holidays). For Sunday or Monday sessions, pick up on Saturday and return on Tuesday. If you're returning gear "the day after" a Saturday, that means Tuesday.

    6. Cancellation

    Cancellations must be reported at least 24 hours in advance. No refunds will be issued once the test has begun.

    Questions before booking?

    info@glissevolution.com · 2c Avenue du Gulf Stream, 44380 Pornichet · 09 62 64 74 77

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