Propellers & the LCS Jet

Folding, fixed, and jet options for LCS and legacy bolt-on eFoils — and when to choose each.

2 min readUpdated Jun 10, 2026Propulsion & Masts

Propellers are sold separately so you can add a second propulsion option, replace a damaged prop, or convert types.

LCS propellers (LIFT5 / LIFTX)

Install the LCS Base Plate once, then snap props on and off without tools.

  • LCS Folding Propeller 2.0 — folding blades minimize drag when feathering on/off while carving. Surf-forward and efficient. Safety: used without a shroud, it's for advanced riders only — riding without a protective cover greatly increases injury risk.

  • LCS Fixed Propeller — tapered hub with increased pitch for efficiency and less drag. The all-conditions, always-deployed option.

  • LCS Jet — see below.

Each comes as a full kit (prop + base plate + tail cone + hardware) or prop-only if you already have LCS hardware installed.

The LCS Jet

A fully enclosed impeller that merges the Lift Jet with the LCS. Maximum safety (no exposed blades), the quietest ride, a more surf-like feel from reduced drag, and smoother, more forgiving acceleration — ideal for families, schools, and beginners.

Install the base plate (4 M4 screws + threadlocker), snap on the shroud and impeller, then press the nozzle on and rotate clockwise until it locks. Tool-free after the base plate is installed. Choose the Jet for safety and smoothness; choose folding/fixed for more aggressive acceleration and top-end speed. Works on any LCS-equipped LIFT5 or LIFTX.

Legacy bolt-on propellers (LIFT3 / LIFT4)

  • Fixed Aluminum — hand-polished, hard-anodized 3-blade; ships standard with LIFT4

  • Folding Propeller Kit — 2-blade folding; advanced riders only without a shroud

  • FRP Propeller Kit — fiber-reinforced polymer; ships standard with LIFT3 F (the most affordable replacement)

LCS vs. bolt-on

LCS

Bolt-On

Swap speed

Seconds, tool-free

Minutes, tools required

Compatible

LIFT5, LIFTX

LIFT3, LIFT4, bolt-on LIFT5

Options

Folding, Fixed, Jet

Folding, Fixed Aluminum, FRP

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