We received many questions about eFoiling during the North Coast Harbor Boat Show and throughout the month of September. Here we recap the top 10 most common questions we received last month.
1. How fast does it go?
Up to 25 mph, but we generally stay within 10-15 mph for most of our leisure trips, which is an exhilarating ride.
2. How much does it weigh?
The board is 28 pounds, and the battery -- which you put in last before you go out in the water -- is 29 pounds.
3. How much does it cost?
It costs about the same as a new jet ski, or $12,000.
4. Is it easy to learn?
Yes. It is a lot easier to learn than most people think. The hardest part is learning to stand up and cruise for the first time. On average, it takes most people about 20 minutes to stand up. Once the board is cruising, it becomes stable and is easier to maneuver than a stand-up paddleboard over Lake Erie. Check out our video with cleveland.com for more information about our instruction.
5. How long does the battery last?
Approximately an hour and a half, depending on the weight of the rider. Lighter riders tend to use less battery power during their rides.
6. How long does it take to charge a battery?
About 1.5 - 2 hours is how long it takes to charge a battery from zero to full power.
7. Does it float? What happens if you are riding on the lake and run out of a battery charge?
Yes, the board floats. The handheld trigger tells you exactly how much battery power you have left during your ride. In the event that you completely drain a battery, a safety mechanism kicks in and provides the rider with enough battery charge to troll back to shore. In the event, that a rider would completely run out, including the safety reserve, he or she could manually surf the board back in to shore.
8. Do they come in different colors?
The boards are available in blue, white and black, and there are four different sizes, as well as interchangeable wings. For a complete product listing, visit the Lift Foils website.
9. When were the products released?
The manufacturer, Lift Foils, has been developing and fine-tuning the eFoil product for years before releasing it to the public for purchase in 2018. eFoil Over Erie is the first to bring the sport to Ohio and is one of the few affiliates in the Midwest. We also cover parts of Pennsylvania and upstate New York, too.
10. Do you sell them or rent them?
We don’t keep inventory ourselves, but we are an affiliate of the manufacturer and can assist you in purchasing or trying an eFoil. We do not offer rentals. We use our electric hydrofoils for private lessons and demonstrations to give potential buyers a chance to fly before they buy.
