Puerto Rico-based electric foil board pioneer Lift Foils has launched what is claimed to be “the most customizable, most powerful eFoil ever made.” A new battery system allows riders to fly over waves for up to 2.5 hours and quietly run at top speeds of 30 miles per hour.
Lift4’s custom marbled carbon fiber boards are the same shape as before, but are now available in 4’2″ (1.27 m) Pro, 4’9″ (1.44 m) Sport, and three sizes. A 5 ft 4 in (1.6 m) cruiser. The color selection has also been expanded and now offers a multitude of finishes.
Full carbon fiber mast, available in two sizes, 28 or 32 inches (71 or 81 cm), machined from a single block, hand polished and anodized aluminum propeller It is the home of the propulsion unit, including The propulsion system components are modular and can be replaced as needed via the unique Lift Connect system.
The brains of the setup have also been upgraded, with the all-new eBox infused with technology that significantly reduces vibration and noise, so “riders listen to their natural surroundings, not their equipment.” Updated Wireless Hand His controller is more durable, has an improved trigger and spring assembly, and allows for more data readouts. This is paired with the board via Bluetooth 5 and two AA sized batteries will give him over 40 hours of use.
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The company has also introduced a new line of front wings that are “designed to provide performance and stability at high speeds while giving the rider a greater sense of control”.Camber Pro Series wings are high aspect and Surf design, offered in a small size for fast-paced performance, a medium size for maneuverability and range, and a large size for an enhanced and stable ride. A few additional options have also been added to the back his wingline, in the form of 36 and 46 Glide flavors.
And finally, the new Gen4 battery uses EV-grade high-capacity cells encased in a rugged housing, providing up to 1.5 hours of use on the water after a 30-minute charge with the Light pack and 2.5 hours on a full charge. is promised. Range option every 50 minutes plugged in.
“Being a designer and rider provides a closed-loop experience that allows you to truly focus on what you’re feeling and why you’re feeling it,” said the company’s founder and CEO. says Nick Reason. “Riding the eFoil is not just about getting out and surfing, it is also about quieting your mind, getting into flow, and connecting with nature. Every new feature and state-of-the-art technology in Lift4 does just that. I think it’s going to be very exciting to see. It enhances every part of the foiling experience.”
Lift4 with Light battery starts at US$11,995 and model with full range battery starts at US$12,995. It’s fairly expensive, but a little cheaper than the recently released eFoils from companies like Awake and Fliteboard. There are more videos below.
LIFT4 eFoil – Lift Foils 4th Generation Electric Hydrofoil
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