GONG Galaxy Reviews 714

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Evaluating 136 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the quality of the products and the excellent customer service. Many people highlight the helpfulness and efficiency of the staff, noting their ability to provide technical advice and support. The overall service is frequently described as outstanding, with consumers appreciating the team's responsiveness and willingness to resolve issues. However, some customers also noted issues with customer service, citing slow response times or a lack of support for product defects and returns. A few people experienced problems with product quality, such as manufacturing defects or paint issues, and some customers were dissatisfied with the resolution of product issues.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Due to my own mistake, I made some incorrect payments. Even though several months had already passed, the GONG team went above and beyond to help me — they issued credit notes and corrected the invo... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am always impressed by the team! At Gong, you get great products at a fair price. But if something does break or doesn't arrive in good condition because it was mishandled during shipping, you are... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just bought another Gong Foil Set and some accessories. I wasn’t sure about which setup to take so I took the chance to get in contact with their technical advice. I‘m more than happy about recommenda... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I use Gong wingfoiling boards and foil setups and I like the equipment. It is hard to beat their value per price. There are cases when I need to wait a bit longer for my equipment to arrive, however... See more

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Visit our Website and come to the GONG Universe. Discover all our Surf, SUP, Kite and Foil Equipment in the Shop. Many Advises and News.


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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

714 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

This is my second order with Gong in 3 years and once again I received a super good and professional service. I forgot to order some parts and asked customer service for advice and support. We temporarily stopped the order to make it just right. Now I will hit the water with the right gear taylored to fit my experience level...great!

August 4, 2023
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Reply from GONG Galaxy

Delighted to hear about your positive experience! Happy riding!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great value for money & if something…

Great value for money & if something breaks the team takes care of the customer!!!
Thanks to the Gong Team

August 2, 2023
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Reply from GONG Galaxy

Glad you found great value with Gong! Exceptional customer care indeed. Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great response time

Great response time. Laury was very helpful answering to all my questions helping me ordering the items wanted, returning them, refunding etc

June 21, 2023
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Reply from GONG Galaxy

Thank you a lot for your feedback :)

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Gong customer service

EDIT No.3: The vest has now been returned to me with the faulty padding replaced with more substantial foam, a shame they didn't just offer to do this in the first place!

EDIT No2: So having returned the vest to Gong at my own expense they are still refusing to honour the warranty, now claiming that the shrunken padding was caused by my own mistreatment of the vest (storing it badly (I keep it on a hanger 🤔) or washing it above 40 deg C - who machine washes neoprene!?) I have since replaced it with a RideEngine HF Defender which has much better protection for the whole torso including an extra layer of stab protection.

EDIT: After more correspondence with Gong (and before they read this review) they have offered for me to return the Impact Vest for inspection so it's now on the way back to them.
(I'd also like to clarify that I do not blame Gong or the vest for the accident I had whilst dock starting!)

I've always been quite happy with Gong equipment and customer service but not this time. I recently noticed that some of the padding/bouyancy in the Impact Vest I bought from them about 9 months ago has shrunk to about half it's original size and so is no longer doing the protective job it was designed to do. I contacted them asking for a refund so I could replace it but they have refused to honour the warranty. Gong does great kit when it works but don't expect them to honour the warranty if it becomes defective.

June 7, 2023
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Reply from GONG Galaxy

Hello Garry,

We have already discussed this at length. You fractured a rib when you fell on the edge of your board during a dock start session. We sincerely apologize for this incident. However, please understand that our impact vest, like all the impact vests on the market, is not intended to protect you from all impacts, especially severe ones. Its purpose is to partially reduce the impact with the water. The vest is not to be called into question. We are once again sorry that you got injured, but please understand that we cannot be held responsible for everything.

Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Thank you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gong customer service, the best!

Had an awful time with delivery of an inflatable wing board with DPD. Gong rescheduled with DHL who provided a very fast delivery.
The customer service from Gong, in particular Antoine who responded promptly and ensured I received the board, was as good as you could ever wish for. Very stoked with the whole Gong experience, and will be back for more!!

May 11, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great pre-sale and advice service!

Miss Marion from Gong gave me great advice. Not only she explained why there are different types of foil and what are their relevant features but she also took note of my expertise level and actually told me which one to buy. It is always good too know the whys and how's but sometimes its good to have someone that tells you exactly which choice is the best for you. Very good service, and very much on time. The answers to my questions came the next morning!

May 2, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb Customer Service

I've never reviewed a company before where I haven't yet received my goods!
However, the service I have received from GONG in dealing with my damaged in transit goods has been fantastic.
Surfboard ordered to the UK (which post Brexit is no longer simple). Arrived damaged and rejected on delivery.
GONG'S comms have been A1 from placing the order through to dealing with resolving the issue and organising refunds on my P&P and UK import costs, making me feel in safe hands.
Further, being my first GONG board, I was hugely impressed with the actual quality & finish of the board.
Such a shame the delivery company wrecked it!
I have every faith GONG will look after me and resolve all issues. Will use again without doubt.
Thanks GONG👍👍

April 27, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Your contact form does not work and you…

Your contact form does not work and you do not provide your email address on your web site.

You have sent me an email requesting some information on my delivery but the link provided does not ask for any information .please advise.
Sh Palmer

April 4, 2023
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Reply from GONG Galaxy

Hello, you are free to write what you need on our contact form so we can answer any request and other customers can do it without any problems

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolute waste of money 2 paddles broke…

Absolute waste of money 2 paddles broke second was carbon told it was my fault. Broke on first stroke, refuse to replace or refund but hay gave me 30% off buying another rubbish one. If you use their stuff their is no warranty be warned

March 28, 2023
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Reply from GONG Galaxy

Sir,

You are free to think what you want, we sell thousands of paddles a year, and we know perfectly well how to distinguish between a paddle that has a defect and one that has been misused. You will have the same problem with other paddles of other brands because you don't get over it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best kiteboarding gear service ever.

Best kiteboarding gear service ever.
Packages came intact from France.
Thick cardboard, flexi-hex packaging, no dents (excellent shipping company), earlier by 1 day, complete.
And responsive when I had questions.

March 28, 2023
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Reply from GONG Galaxy

Thanks so much !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

GONG helmet delivery…

1st attempt of the GONG helmet delivery was not successful, with unknown reason. After several email exchange they have delivered new GONG helmet with different delivery agency. 2nd attempt was fast and successful!

March 13, 2023
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Reply from GONG Galaxy

Thanks for your feedback Damir !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful customer service

I recently bought my second board from GONG.

My first was good with no trouble at all but I wanted to progress into something new.

Obviously I couldn’t wait for the new board to arrive even though the weather is still to cold so I won’t be using it for a while.

After ordering GONG gave me clear instructions what to check when the board arrived from the transport company. I needed to check the board for any damage before signing otherwise there was no warranty.
I still find it a strange that it works this way and the Dutch company that handles the transportation said they won’t allow me to take time and check before signing.

Unfortunately the box arrived with a big hole in it and I could see the board from outside the box. Since GONG had such clear instructions I refused the box and it got returned to sender.

I directly got in contact with GONG and they were very helpful. They verified my story with the transport company and once they confirmed a new board was send without the first arriving back at the depot.

I hope the second one will arrive in good shape and I can’t wait to get it out in the water soon. And I want to thank GONG for the quick reply and helpful solution to make me a happy customer.

March 10, 2023
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Reply from GONG Galaxy

Thanks for your feedback Alexander. Have fun !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service!

The customer service team went above and beyond to deal with a customs issue and got it resolved quickly for a US shipping snafu. Thanks for being awesome Gong team!

February 1, 2023
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