The BEST Beginner Efoil Experience: Unbox & Learning to Fliteboard

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Can two middle-aged men with no surfing experience and mediocre coordination learn how to Fliteboard?
Watch our crash course into learning how to eFoil that is full of spills and thrills as we try to take our first flight on the Fliteboard.
Lifelong waterman, Brian Meyer, flew out from Maryland to give us some tips on how to start Fliteboarding. Can his expertise help us start flying on day one?
In this video, we unbox, set up, get some tips, and try to take our first flight on the Fliteboard.
Brian's Instagram: @_brianmeyer
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[@wilrsjasac]

They may be $12k+ but no boat needed. No giant truck to haul said boat. No second person who hopefully knows how to pull a wakeboard. I’m sure you can strap it to most cars. 4 people riding on one battery? No filling the tank? Hells yeah! Barrier to entry is lower which means one day even I may get one.

[@rissrissyouknow]

Are you single

[@eFoilLakePowell]

HALF that price 😉. Fliteboard eFoils might be $12k+ but unlike Future Motion and the Onewheel, there are multiple brands and market competition for eFoils. Prices start as low as $6k and go as high as $20k+ for brands with reputation (not something off of Alibaba) It's a whole new level of float life! Live Life to the Foilest!

[@wilrsjasac]

@@rissrissyouknow sorry toots. This ship has sailed 🚢

[@wilrsjasac]

@@eFoilLakePowell Great info! I’m guessing you rent them and I need to come get one 😉

[@eFoilLakePowell]

@@wilrsjasac I don't rent them... Yet. I'm looking more into the business of teaching eFoiling. This will depend on commercial use authorization approval for motorized surfboards from the National Park Service. I've been spearheading this goal for 2.5 years now. It's challenging working with the government regarding new tech and watercraft.

[@code96roblox]

Kind of expensive for what you’re getting. They compare pricing to a jet ski but jet skis have more power and speed not to mention how much more machine you’re getting. What are you getting with this? A battery, a motor, and a Paddleboard. In addition the $13kfigure for a jet ski is pretty misleading when a jet ski that out performs this hydrofoil can be had for around $5-6k. With all that said yes it is cool that you are basically flying and it is a really unique experience.

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

I love to jet ski but there's no experience like flying with a Fliteboard. Once you're in the air, it's near silent. When the lake is empty and it's like glass, there's no other experience like it. It's surreal!

[@Truebillycat]

Unless you are speaking about real "jet ski" stand up . These are 100 times more fun than sit-down wave runners that my 3-year-old can drive and get boring after 15min. Not to mention the petrol aspect that pollutes , limits where you can take it. Plus trailer , waiting in line to load it in and out. You can take these to areas that don't allow Motorcraft plus you can advance your skill level to do more aggressive riding. I've owned jet skis and wave runners (two different things ). While standing jet ski is a blast and takes skill . I would buy this a 1000 times over before buying either of those again.

[@mikeb1039]

Pretty much every owner i've seen comment says the same thing: "Haven't touched the jet ski since we got the foil". My jetski has 4 hrs on it this (almost over) summer. There's actually quite a bit more to it than you're seeing. All those components are water proof on their own. The board cuts power when it reaches lean angles that say it's gonna crash. The hand throttle cuts power when it touches the water. etc Kinda silly to compare a used jet ski cost to a new E foil when a new jetski costs as much. ;)

[@Truebillycat]

Awesome video guys. I was lucky enough to try a flite board. I always thought " learn to fly" was a gimmick but it's really the only way to describe it . I'm 100 percent sold and will hopefully have my fliteboard ordered for next summer. I always appreciate the quality videos and no BS.

[@shawn1676]

13k what part that worth so much money? The board what 1k maybe and the motor what 1k maybe as well? So the battery worth 10k? Just not adding up for me.

[@JetSurfingNation]

it's totally worth it. Advanced tech and battery is not cheap, it's true.

[@tedarcher9120]

Motor 3k battery 3k electronics 3k board 2k rest profit

[@jimpike7445]

Bought my Kickstarter Waydoo Flyer one for $4k and taught myself to efoil and I'm 78. The price of the board has gone up to $6K but the boards are better now. My original Waydoo is still going strong in it's 3rd year and I've since bought another one with the shorter mast and taught my daughter. The Flyer one board is made of a sealed foam that is more tolerant of impacts than carbon fibre. The board bag has wheels to make it easier to bring to the launch spot. I get over an hour on the battery but the new Flyer One+ has a more efficient propeller system that runs quieter and gives a 20% or so increase in run time. I can upgrade my boards to the new system but I find the battery life is more than adequate for me and my daughter with 2 boards. There are other boards now available in the $6K range so I can't see spending $12.5K for one.

[@freshlycharged]

Great insight. Thanks for sharing, Jim! You learned to do this at the age of 78, you are an inspiration to me!

[@MikeInTheWoods]

Sadly, these are illegal to use in Canada (same as electric surfboards). Thankfully they say they are taking a look to see if they can amend the current laws

[@JetSurfingNation]

True but it does not stop many efoilers in Canada from efoiling. That law is outdated

[@JetSurfingNation]

Great to see Jimmy joining efoil fever! It's so much fun to glide above the water surface!

[@RCDevotee]

Great fun! Gonna try one of these foil boards for sure.

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

You would love it! Such an amazing and surreal experience. Excited for you to try it out!

[@deltax7159]

That’s looks incredible! Ethan is seriously a mini jimmy. They sound the same even lol

[@takeaflightfpv8006]

It was so much fun flying with you guys! Video is Great and informative !

[@frankwirth8306]

I love seeing, in action, amazing e-gadgets!! Great Video!

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

We love testing and reviewing them for your viewing pleasure!

[@adamosgood]

Winging better.

[@kentfield2205]

Thanks for the video. I’ve been very curious about these boards. I go to Maui several times a year, and these would be great. Keep those foil reviews coming

[@freshlycharged]

These would be amazing in Maui!

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

Your wish is our command! We've been having a ton of fun on it. I'm hoping to ride it in Oahu next month.

[@pvsoutherland]

Plus One for the new Waydoo FLyer Plus One. Priced thousands below the big boys and the new prop upgrade is a game changer. I'm one of the original Kickstart Backers and my original is still going strong. 68 year old paddle surfer and easily learned to fly on my home lake. Now with the new prop upgrade, we are quiet, quick and very efficient. I'm currently testing out the new folding prop in the surf and new High aspect wings are on the way. Needless to say, I'm a big Waydoo fan.

[@drjalemar]

I'm going tomorrow, took a class on the Lift efoil. Let's see how this stacks

[@freshlycharged]

Please share!

[@chrisbaranyk5380]

Great video!! That looks like so much fun!

[@eFoilLakePowell]

Welcome to a whole new level of the Float Life. Live Life to the Foilest 🤙🏼🏄🏻‍♂️🌊🧘‍♂️🕊️

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

I'd love to foil Lake Powell. I'll have to connect with you once it cools down in Denver.

[@christophersilliman1742]

Oh man you are so lucky that's one thing I've always wanted to do it looks like some of the most fun that you could have on the water

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

It's amazing! They have locations to demo them and see if you would love it.

[@freshlycharged]

So fun! So smooth… once you figure it out…

[@christophersilliman1742]

@@Andrew-vt4jt I'm born and raised and still live here in Tampa Florida I have lived here all my life I'm 43 years old now so I'm sure they have a place somewhere around here to try one of those out because I'm pretty much surrounded by water but thanks for the advice I wouldn't have thought about that myself I appreciate it dude

[@Tennissoccergolfski]

Good job man. I was hoping you could do one review of electric surfboard

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

That would be sweet! Who do you recommend that makes them?

[@technikservice4786]

Hallo. Cool Thing but ....... It should be in price range of good E-Bike. Between 5 und 7 k . Otherwise that's next bullshit for extra Rich people. Thanks for good video. Best Regards from Germany.

[@teddy_123.]

Yoooo love it

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@gabrielprandini2629]

Looks awesome as hell! Unfortunately 13k for 60 min is out of question.

[@JetSurfingNation]

it's totally worth it. You can rent one or get a lesson at just 250 per hour

[@ChrisSmith-rd6dm]

​@JetSurfingNation unless you can spare that amount of money for most people it is not worth it even 250 for a hour lesson is a bit much but they are coming down in price with foam body's ect couple.more years if I can get one for 4000€ to maybe 6000€ tops I might finance one for 2 years would love to own one just a bit out of reach for the average person

[@barrymonteiro8893]

Wow! What a fun review video! I'd be all over one of those things! Well done. Thanks Jimmy.

[@technikservice4786]

It has future in price range of good e-Scooter 3 - 5k .......In this price range I'll sure buy it. Otherwise 😢.

[@petrsson]

What kind helmet does Fliteboard guy is wearing?!?🤔 He looks like character from star wars...Just curious...😎🤙

[@chewypinecone]

Jimmy you should try Jetsurf! It’s like this, but on Delirium mode😎

[@freshlycharged]

Putting it on my bucket list!

[@TheSkyHive]

What do you guys do for a living to afford a toy like this? Bet you are in programming, that is one reason I am following that path....FUN TOYS!

[@SMELLofSMOKE1]

Now they need to make an affordable one in the price point of a high end EUC

[@georgedoolittle7574]

These things are really a totally awesome 😎 Great review great job

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

Thanks for the kind words. It's by far my favorite PEV we've tested and reviewed. Such a surreal experience!

[@RandomCrap]

I mean its cool and all but fuck sake even jet skies are cheaper

[@user-jk9zr3sc5h]

Proud dads are the best

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

Jimmy was a proud papa seeing his two minions pick up on it quickly.

[@freshlycharged]

The boys can beat me in just about everything these days…

[@CaptainRon1913]

Using the word "flying" loosely

[@notsure6070]

saw a dude on one of these the other day. very jealous!

[@freshlycharged]

So much fun!

[@heyreddin2.0s10]

Just remember how expensive the first vhs and microwave were. It'll be available to all soon.

[@freshlycharged]

Good insight!

[@catdanger5570]

If you want to ride the best, try a Lift efoil! There is no comparison!

[@bradburnessluxuryvehiclesa2694]

That's a great video. I have been kitefoiling for a few years now and it is indeed like flying!

[@freshlycharged]

I’m going to have to try kite foiling next!

[@ErinKrasniqi]

Can you review a scooter called Yume S10? I'd love to hear your opinion on it, there's not many reviews on it. I'm also thinking about buying that scooter.

[@phillefoil5969]

Liftfoils efoil 💯🏄🏼‍♂️😄

[@cookiebuster652]

Bruhhhh if only it wasn’t that expensive

[@stokedforsuccess100]

E-foiling is next level fun! Since I got mine last year, I have not stopped riding it in just about all conditions around New York…in so many different bodies of water. Possibilities for shredding and fun are just about endless with this.

[@freshlycharged]

How long is the Efoil season in NY? What do you do when it’s cold?

[@stokedforsuccess100]

@@freshlycharged That is indeed the question now, sir. Last fall and into the beginning of the winter, I would throw on wetsuits of various thickness, depending on the conditions. I was pretty comfortable out there, although I prefer to ride in only board shirts and shirt. But that’s NY 😔. The stoke for e-foiling is too strong to hold me back from colder weather 😎🤙

[@TheSkyHive]

What comments have you got from bystanders? I bet loads of open mouths....it looks so futuristic!

[@stokedforsuccess100]

@@TheSkyHive you bet! People are continually marveling at the sight of e-foils out there on the water doing their thing. After I come back to shore from an e-foil session, I almost always have crowds of interested people gathering around me and my efoil … asking TONS of questions. I like it, though. Feels like being a good-will ambassador for this newer sport.

[@TheSkyHive]

@@stokedforsuccess100 I was an early drone adopter and I felt the same way. I wish I could afford one because I grew up on a touristy lake, Smith Mountain Lake,VA, and I know I could start a thriving business there with this product. Tutorials on how to use and a dealership would go crazy on that lake for sure.

[@A-Viking]

Nice a little more competition and the price could be cut in half.

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

There's some that are lower costing but made out of plastic, and only last 30 minutes. The Fliteboard is the Mercedes Benz of eFoils.

[@skobichevskii]

its much easier to start if your front foot thumb is on the center of the board lined up with your back heel (look at the foot position of your instructor)

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

We've progressed quite a bit since we shot this video. Excited to share our follow up video.

[@ElitePWNSFace]

Man these things are cool. I think this is a great option for people like me who will never be able to afford a boat. Hope to see more like this in the future.

[@mahed82]

I have seen boat cheaper than this boards 😅

[@beenthere6769]

anybody knows what brand sun glasses that guy wears ?

[@hondu5533]

Where can I get that helmet that Brian was wearing 🤔

[@theraid100]

Way cool

[@xenomorph7299]

Lift and fliteboard r the best

[@JensenStark-y9m]

Do I get to come try it I'm right by chatfield

[@donscott6431]

Pretty cool…. Lil bit pricey, tho. Congrats on expanding the p.e.v. horizon

[@Fred-nv8gf]

Have one and love it.

[@diogenez471]

what is your experience these last months ? Do you still use it a lot ? Would you buy it again ? Would you recommend the big battery ?

[@indetrucks]

Can these be taken in the ocean? Concerned about the salt and electronics.

[@freshlycharged]

YES!

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

Just need to rinse them off after use, and you're good to go!

[@gurupurkha]

Haha, what a funny question.

[@JetSurfingNation]

I ride my efoil in the ocean every day!

[@freshlycharged]

@@JetSurfingNation great channel, Mike!

[@benkruse668]

I've wanted one so bad. Any chance you can get us a discount code?! Support the channel!

[@akosidongtv8047]

my friend got won on this channel, can you make a blog on it so that we can see what is it mr.chang👏

[@bobbiebogdanovich8381]

Get foil is half the price. Rented one in Austin and had a blast. Ran 90 min no problem

[@lukedeets5016]

Jeez 12k is way way too steep! Looks fun though

[@isiglz]

You’re going to wish you bought a smaller board

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

We will be reviewing a shorter board soon with the propulsion motor.

[@rikkigarza5952]

Did that guy run into the boat at 10:58?? Cuz it looked hilarious 😂

[@ostumbling]

That is dope!

[@freshlycharged]

So much fun!

[@mikeb1039]

To be fair Lift is every bit the quality (and cost) and considered equal by most reviews.

[@freshlycharged]

Going to have to try that next!

[@pgharaghani28]

Awesome and very interesting video! I love the part when homeboy said "I love the powder" hahaha😆🤣

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

I love the powder! Precious white powder. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKKpY2qieaaLfrM

[@kompressahdnb]

Heck yeah!

[@laurarogers6337]

Looks like wicked fun Jimmy! Have a blast!

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

It is an amazing feeling!

[@kmg501]

So I'm watching the video and trying to guess the price of this thing. Let's see, I'm going to guess... $12k, lets see how I do.

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

Pretty good guess.

[@jessa.3857]

It's only 13k! I'm picking 2 up right now! Peasants need not apply, lol.

[@kmg501]

@@Andrew-vt4jt The funny part is that as soon as I saw the main board brought out with it's carrier bag I thought to myself, _aw poop, I guessed low_ . But it turned out still not too far off. :p

[@tedarcher9120]

Can get one for 6

[@JensenStark-y9m]

That looks awesome 👍

[@anyssaadi1849]

Hi Jimmy, which fliteboard did you use during the shooting of the video pls, as there seems to be 4 models of them such as: fliteboard, PRO, Ultra and finally AIR ? Which on is suited for a beginner?

[@freshlycharged]

Fliteboard was the version we are using. Great for beginners but still great for skilled riders.

[@anyssaadi1849]

@@freshlycharged Thanks for taking the time to anwer me 🙂

[@JetSurfingNation]

Standard. But air is much easier to learn for beginners

[@floodedcarb7028]

Got to try one and yeah they are sweet. But not sweet enough to spend 16k+ (In my country) on one.

[@JetSurfingNation]

it's 100% worth the price

[@floodedcarb7028]

@@JetSurfingNation No, no its not

[@rootstriker1618]

What’s the point of the helmet in the water lol is that in case u hit the board?

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

I've been inches from smacking my head on the board. No one to save you if you knock yourself out face down in the water. 99.9% of the time you'll never need a helmet, but you'll be happy when you're wearing it for that 0.1% chance.

[@JetSurfingNation]

To protect from the sharp foil and board

[@chikararexzpo]

I need one😮.

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

You'll love it! No better feeling than flying on the Fliteboard.

[@outerheaven2k7]

Ugh I want one but dat price

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

To me, it's totally worth it for the experience. It's by far my favorite PEV we've tested and reviewed on the channel. I went 9 days straight after this video. I'm hooked!

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

They also have locations to learn how to Fliteboard without having to purchase one. You should definitely try it out sometime.

[@freshlycharged]

Not cheap!

[@lustigerlars3869]

11 k for a board.. ridiculous

[@Andrew-vt4jt]

Nothing ridiculous about it. It's easily the best PEV we've tested and reviewed. There's no other feeling like flying on the Fliteboard.

[@kmg501]

Look at the construction and packaging. I'd say that the actual cost of the thing is pretty spot on.

[@freshlycharged]

Ridiculously fun! Been taking this to the nearby reservoir almost every day since we got it. So easy to go for a quick session after work and then be home for dinner.

[@JetSurfingNation]

it's totally worth it. Advanced tech is not cheap.

[@robertrecco710]

this is for lasty people 13 thousand hole set of Armstrong foils five foil kites [peak5] one foil board / kiss bar you will know what true foiling is I used theses years ago after a while gets real boring no skill needed just 13 thousand needed but of all the brands if I was lazy and wanted to piss 13 thousand away flight board is the way to go