Flite x Marc Newson

A massive project in the making, over the last 3 years, the Fliteboard team have been meticulously creating a World First…


In a groundbreaking collaboration, visionary designer Marc Newson and revolutionary watersports company Flite have unveiled the world's ultimate eFoil. Flite x Marc Newsonredefines electric hydrofoiling by delivering an unprecedented level of innovation and craftsmanship.

 

No expense has been spared to deliver this cutting edge eFoil, available for pre-order from 21 September. Flite, a trailblazer in the eFoil market, has integrated its expertise in advanced hydrofoil technology to complement Newson's vision. The result is an eFoil that boasts unparalleled strength, responsiveness, and efficiency. It replaces Fliteboard ULTRA L as the world’s lightest performance eFoil at under 20kg, including the Flitecell Nano battery pack.

Marc Newson, the famed Australian creative,has designedeverything from chairs and watches to boats, cars, and planes. Known for his refined approach that honoursmaterials and processes, he has created iconic design for a host of leading companies including Ferrari, Louis Vuitton, and Qantas.

He is the only industrial designer represented by Gagosian. As innovators who focus on premium products, the collaboration between Marc Newson and Flite takes the exhilarating experience of Fliteboarding to new heights. Like many of Newson’s creations, this exclusive eFoil rangeis available in a limited release of only 999 boards. With his signature design language evident in every curve and contour, the key features of the Marc Newson-designed Fliteboard include:

  • The world’s first monobloc carbon fibreproduction eFoil:The MN eFoil mast and fuselage system has been mouldedas one piece for the first time in a production eFoil. It is made from Japanesehighmodulus pre-preg carbon fibre, as used in the motorsport and aerospace industries.

  • High-calibrecarbon boards:Flite x Marc Newson is available in two sizes-MN60 and MN86. The MN60 is 4’6” fora responsive ride, making it ideal for experienced or lighter riders.

  • Intuitive controls: Newson has designed a new, premium Flite Controller to accompany the board, which simplifies and enhances the concept behind the original, award-winning Flite Controller. This ergonomic unit features a circular colourscreen and interface, providing the rider with intuitive yet detailed performance feedback on a large display. Wave mode logs and displays wave data throughout your session.

Pure design, pure performance…

Find out more over at Fliteboard.com

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