Unboxing & assembly (LIFT5 / LIFTX)

Go from box to water in under 60 seconds with the tool-less Lift Connect System.

1 min readUpdated Jun 10, 2026Getting Started

Current LIFT5 and LIFTX eFoils assemble in under a minute with no tools, thanks to the Lift Connect System (LCS).

Steps

  1. Remove the board from the board bag and place it on a soft surface.

  2. Slide the LCS propulsion mast into the board's mast track until it clicks. No tools needed.

  3. Click the front wing onto the mast — it snaps into position.

  4. Click the back wing on.

  5. Drop the battery into the board compartment. It clicks in and pairs wirelessly.

  6. Press the power button. One press pairs the battery to the board instantly.

  7. Turn on the hand controller — it connects via Bluetooth automatically.

Total setup time: under 60 seconds.

Pre-ride inspection

Before every session, check:

  • Board, mast, and wings for damage or debris

  • Battery is charged (blue LEDs on newer batteries, green LEDs on older batteries)

  • Propeller spins freely

  • All connection points are clean and seated

If your hand controller won't pair, it usually needs a firmware update — see Hand controller won't pair or connect.

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