new inflatable fliteboard with electric hydrofoil makes splashy debut at miami boat show

New inflatable fliteboard with electric hydrofoil

Fliteboard unveiled its new foam-based inflatable plank with an electric hydrofoil during the Miami International Boat Show. In the event, running from February 14th until the 18th, Fliteboard’s new Flite Air range made a splashy entrance as the revamped carbon fiber base is now offered with an inflatable sibling, still equipped with the electric hydrofoil that makes the board surf, fly and glide above and on the water.

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fliteboard range at Miami International Boat Show

The Flite AIR range, revealed during the Miami International Boat Show, from Fliteboard offers the same electric hydrofoil technology developed by the brand but differs since the Flite AIR and AIR PRO come with a patent-pending rigid inflatable board. Fliteboard has been developing this inflatable technology since 2018. They pulled it off by combining a solid riding platform with an inflatable drop-stitch outer bladder.

Fliteboard unveiled its new foam-based inflatable plank series with an electric hydrofoil

The drop-stitch technique allows for the top and bottom layers of the inflatable board to be connected, preventing them from popping outwards or being removed from their casing when Fliteboard AIR and AIR PRO are inflated. Because of the breeze pumped inside the inflatable base, the new Fliteboard is easier to transport, lighter, and more responsive, all the while helping the brand reduce their production costs and improve their board’s durability.

during the Miami International Boat Show, Fliteboard’s new Flite Air range made a splashy entrance

Two models in the new inflatable fliteboard range

The inflatable core and technology may be the reason why the new Fliteboard with an electric hydrofoil can easily jump above water and descend back on it without being tipped over. The recent range comprises two different-sized inflatable boards. Flite AIR is 5.8 inches long, making it ideal for everyone, from beginners and intermediates to advanced riders. For those who are up for some challenges, the more agile Flite AIR PRO stands at 5.2 inches long, similar to the original carbon fiber-bodied Fliteboard PRO.

the Flite AIR and AIR PRO come with a patent-pending rigid inflatable board as their base

Both models of the inflatable Fliteboard with an electric hydrofoil are available in three vibrant colors named Yuzu, Pompelmo, and Açai, all reflecting beachside locations. David Trewern, the Fliteboard Founder, CEO, and Product Architect, comments that ‘Flite AIR is great for using on and off boats, docks, rocky beaches, or for school and rental applications. Compatible with most Flite products, the boards can even be used by pros as a durable and lightweight alternative to our carbon fiber boards.’ As of publishing the story, the Flite AIR and AIR PRO are priced at 6,995 USD.

Fliteboard has been developing this inflatable technology since 2018