What eFoil board is best for me?
The sport of eFoiling is growing rapidly, with races and competitions happening around the world. But even more popular is the activity of eFoiling for fun, either as a solo mission or with friends and family. It’s a great way to stay active, stretch your brain and body by learning something new, and connect with nature by being out on the water.
For some, it’s more about relaxation, as they cruise the waterways. For others, it’s about adrenaline, as they chase waves or push boundaries with tricks, jumps and speed. However you like to ride, there is a Fliteboard eFoil designed to match your style and where you ride.
In this guide, we will explore the various Fliteboards in our range, highlighting who they are best suited to.
Remember that as you progress and your riding style evolves, your setup can grow with you. Fliteboards modular design allows you to change up your wings, eFoil, battery and even controller.
Flitescooter: Most beginner-friendly setup
Best suited for: Beginners, families
Material: Rigid inflatable
Designed for ultimate balance and stability, sleek black handlebars and a buoyant board allow riders to simply step on and go. Learning to foil will take a little longer, but can be done in 3 easy steps, which you can read more about here. Flitescooter has many safety features, including a wireless safety key that instantly cuts power to the motor if you fall off. You can also designate ‘safe areas’ (also known as Fly Zones) via Flite App.
This is an ideal board for beginners,families and riders who want maximum stability and reassurance.
AIR ICON: Versatility and durability
Best suited for: Beginner to intermediate riders
Material: Rigid inflatable
A versatile board for any level of experience, AIR ICON is designed to be shared, travelled with and enjoyed anywhere. Its revolutionary inflatable construction delivers exceptional durability, making it ideal for friends and family, launching from boats or docks, and taking on adventures. No need to worry about chips or dings, so you can focus on how much fun you’re going to have. Learning is made a little easier, with this board’s balance of size, volume and shape, which supports a quick and stable aquaplaning experience much like its namesake ICON.
AIR PRO: Responsive and durable
Best suited for: Beginner to intermediate and lighter weight riders
Material: Rigid inflatable
The shorter, more responsive half of the AIR range, AIR PRO is designed for riders who want greater agility without sacrificing stability. The revolutionary inflatable construction delivers impressive durability, making it ideal for sharing, launching from boats or docks, and for travelling with ease. It’s an excellent choice for riders looking to progress, and for lighter weight beginners. Don’t underestimate this rigid inflatable – there’s a reason we say it will deliver serious fun.
ICON: The ultimate all-rounder
Best suited for: All skill levels
Material: Carbon, Fibreglass Soft Top 2
The most versatile board in our line-up, ICON is the all-rounder that makes the magic of Flite possible for any level of experience. Its balance of size, volume and shape supports a quick and stable aquaplaning experience, which heavier riders will also benefit from. ICON comes in 3 materials:
- Carbon for the most premium, lightweight performance
- Fibreglass for a balance of strength and flexibility at a more accessible price point
- Soft Top 2 for ultimate grip, comfort and durability for boat days, docks and shared use
ICON is the board that does everything well.
PRO: Level up your riding
Best suited for: Intermediate to advanced and lighter weight riders
Material: Carbon, Fibreglass, Soft Top 2
Those with previous boardsports experience, or lighter weight riders, will be drawn to PRO. We’ve honed its size and weight to be more agile than ICON and more forgiving than ULTRA L3. Expect improved responsiveness, perfect for freestyle tricks and high-performance manoeuvres. PRO comes in 3 materials: choose Carbon for the most premium, lightweight performance; choose Fibreglass for a balance of strength and flexibility at a more accessible price point; and choose Soft Top 2 for ultimate grip, comfort and durability.
ULTRA L3: Waves and adrenaline
Best suited for: Experienced riders
Material: Carbon
Designed for those who demand responsiveness and agility, ULTRA L3 is the ultimate setup for carving waves and pushing boundaries. An integrated tail kicker, newly optimised mast position, and minimal swing weight allow you to transfer effortlessly from rail-to-rail, for deeper carves and sharper cutbacks. Blurring the line between an eFoil and a surf foil, experience the thrill of powered-off wave riding with a Folding Prop that folds up like a fish tail when the throttle is released, for smooth, effortless riding that harnesses the power of the swell.
RACE: Top speed race machine
Best suited for: Intermediate to advanced riders
Material: Carbon
The world’s fastest Fliteboard has been precision-engineered to take you from start line to podium, reaching top speeds of 55km/h. A longer, narrower carbon silhouette with an integrated tail kicker, slices through flat water for unmatched efficiency and speed. It's the perfect length and volume for fast takeoffs, with a refined rail design and board edges that glide through the water. The full RACE setup boosts Flite Jet 2, with a custom RACE impeller from Mercury Racing, for competitive riders seeking power, precision and flawless control.
Flite x Marc Newson: Our most elite eFoil
MN86 best suited for: Beginner to intermediate riders
MN60 best suited for: Intermediate to advanced riders
MN60 Wave best suited for: Intermediate to advanced riders
Material: High modulus pre-preg (HMPP) carbon fibre
Flite x Marc Newson is a result of a 3-year collaboration with world-renowned designer Marc Newson. The range is a testament to what happens when you remove constraints, and dream of creating the most premium eFoil. Constructed with HMPP carbon for ultimate stiffness, longevity and performance, these elite eFoils deliver an unmatched eFoiling experience.
Riders can choose from three setups, all designed with different audiences in mind, with one common thread: a desire to own the most premium Fliteboard eFoil. MN86 was created for all types of riders, while MN60 is for more advanced or lighter weight riders, and MN60 Wave is for wave riders, with the MN Wave Folding Prop.
We hope this article has helped you gain clarity on which eFoil board is best for you. If you are still unsure or want to chat with one of our experts, contact our global team. With offices in Australia, California and Amsterdam, and a network of Dealers and Fliteschools around the world, we are here to help you get on the water and experience the freedom of Flite.