What is efoiling?
Electric hydrofoil surfboard, or efoil for short, is a new type of watercraft that is taking the surfing world by storm. These electric foilboards allow riders to surf on any body of water, regardless of wave conditions. And unlike traditional surfboards, efoils are powered by an electric motor, which means they can reach speeds of up to 25 mph on a calm lake. Best of all, efoils provide a completely new surfing experience that is unlike anything else out there. If you're looking for something truly unique, an electric foilboard may be just what you're looking for.
How much does an efoil cost?
Efoil boards are all the rage these days, and it's not hard to see why. These electric hydrofoil surfboards let you glide across the water feeling like you're flying, with no paddling required. But efoils don't come cheap. A typical efoil board will set you back between $5,000 and $10,000. And that's not even counting the cost of the foil itself, which can add another $1,000 or more to the price tag. Of course, if you're looking for the ultimate efoiling experience, you could always go for a custom-built board. But be prepared to spend even more money – a custom efoil board can easily cost $20,000 or more. So if you're thinking about getting an efoil board, be prepared to open your wallet wide.
If you're looking for the cheapest efoil option, you might have to go with a used efoil. You will want to check out the battery life is still strong and make sure the fins haven't taken in any savage dings though, and make sure you're confident you want to make the purchase. Try out an efoil rental place first (or better yet, ask the person you're buying it from if you can take it out for a rip first). So, before you browse around local listing for some efoils for sale, make sure you know what you're getting yourself into!
Our 2022 efoil board reviews: The good, the bad, and the ugly of the foilboard world
If you're thinking about getting an efoil board, you'll want to check out our list of the best efoil boards on the market.
POWRFOIL
At the top of our list is the Powrfoil eFoil. This electric foilboard is one of the most popular on the market, and it's easy to see why. It's made from high-quality carbon and it's packed with features that make it perfect for both beginner and experienced efoilers.
Dimensions range from
4'4 x 27" x 4" • 1.32 mx 68 cm x 10 cm - 65 liters
to
5'9 x 31" x 5" • 1.80 m x 78.5 cm x 12.5 cm - 109 liters.
The price tag for one of these bad boys will run you around $8000 USD, so start saving up!
The Lift Explorer Efoil
Finally, we have the Lift eFoil. This board is perfect for those who want to take their efoiling to the next level. Lift have been a mainstay in the efoil game since they came up with the idea back in 2013. Since then they have been learning and improving and that has culminated to the point where they have really set themselves apart.
With dimensions ranging from 5’9” X 31” X 105 Liters and weighing in at over 75lbs, this unit is stable and seaworthy. The battery life is by far the best out of anything we've seen in this space yet, and is sure to last all day. This model is perfect for beginners and experts alike, and I'd be riding one right now instead of writing this article if I could afford it.
You can expect the cost of this efoil to hover around $12500 USD, whew! Definitely not the cheapest efoil, but it just might be the best foilboard on the market from the biggest name in the industry.
Flite Efoil
If you're looking for something a bit more budget-friendly, you might want to check out the Flite eFoil. This board is made from durable foam and it comes with everything you need to get started with efoiling. It's also one of the lightest efoil boards on the market, making it easy to transport from place to place. Perfect for beginner riders, and with a price tag around $4000, this is the cheapest efoil on our list.
So there you have it, the ultimate guide to efoilboards for sale in 2022. Get out an find an efoil rental, try it out, and if you catch the bug, grab one of these efoils for sale and get out there and rip it up.
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About Hydrofoil Surf Boards
Hydrofoil board surfing was founded to provide the ultimate resource for people interested in hydrofoil surf boards. Our goal is to provide easy answers to the questions you're asking about this amazingly fun new technology. Whether you're wondering what is the best hydrofoil surf board, who the best hydrofoil surfer is, or is hydrofoil surfing difficult, you have come to the right place to get your answers.