JOBE SPORTS EPIX E-FOIL

Buying Advice For E-Foils

The Jobe Epix represents a fundamental shift towards a crew-friendly, modular e-foil system. While traditional solid e-foils (e.g., Flite, Lift) prioritize ultimate racing performance, the Epix prioritizes versatility and storage efficiency.

1. The Versatility Winner: "Two Boards in One"
This is the single biggest buying advantage for a charter or family-use yacht. A solid e-foil locks you into a specific volume (e.g., 90L), which is often too stable for advanced riders and too unstable for beginners.

Buying Tip: The Epix set includes both an 80L (Advanced) and a 115L (Beginner) inflatable shell. Your crew can reconfigure the entire toy in minutes to match the specific guest profile of the current week, maximizing the return on investment (ROI) on guest uptime.

2. The Storage and Logistics Solution
A solid, 5-foot e-foil (even with the mast removed) is a rigid, awkward object that occupies critical garage or lazarette real estate.

Buying Tip: The Epix inflatable shells deflate, allowing the entire 2-board set to fit into just two transport bags. If you are tight on space but must satisfy guest demand for an e-foil, the modular, inflatable nature of the Epix is the only viable professional solution.

3. Crew and Yacht Safety
Operating a high-speed, motorized carbon fiber wing near a multi-million dollar mothership is a high-risk operational profile.

Buying Tip: The inflatable outer hull of the Epix makes the board significantly softer and safer during launches from a teak hydraulic platform or when maneuvering near the yacht’s side. This significantly reduces the risk of accidental guest injury or cosmetic damage to the hull—a factor that must be priced into any buying decision.

Summary: The Buying Recommendation
Who SHOULD Buy the Epix:

Yachts with limited garage/lazarette storage.

Charter operations that need a single toy that works for all skill levels.

Active owner-operators who prioritize crew safety and modularity over top-end racing speed.

Who Should Buy a Traditional Rigid Foil:

Owners or guests who are already advanced riders and demand maximum carving precision and the absolute highest top speed (e.g., racing profiles).

The Jobe Epix E-Foil is the first professional system to solve the critical "e-foil paradox" for yachts: how to inventory a high-demand performance toy that is both incredibly stable for beginners and easy to stow.

By shipping primarily from our strategic hub in the Netherlands, we utilize optimized routes that reach major yachting centers in the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and beyond with maximum efficiency. We handle the complex paperwork and customs formalities so that the price you pay covers not just a delivery, but a professional end-to-end logistics service.

Our goal is to deliver the right gear, to the right place, at the best possible value.

Our Price Match Scheme

Our Global Price Match Guarantee

At Yacht Toys, we don't just match the catalogue price, we match the true landed cost of getting your equipment onto your deck (and that makes a BIG difference)..

We know that in the world of international maritime logistics, a "cheap" price online often hides expensive shipping gaps, surprise customs fees, and administrative headaches.

That’s why our guarantee is built on transparency and total service.

The "Landed & Delivered" Promise

We will match any competitor’s total quote, provided it accounts for the same comprehensive level of service that we provide. Our price match is calculated based on the Total Order Value, which includes:

• The Hardware: The total price of your order.
• Managed Freight Services: Professional packaging, specialised maritime handling, and end-to-end tracking.
• International Shipping: Door-to-port or door-to-marina transit costs to your specific global zone.
• Customs Clearance & Documentation: All export/import filings, "Yacht in Transit" paperwork, and administrative fees required for a legal, hassle-free delivery.

How it Works

If you receive a lower formal quote for the same product delivered to your vessel, simply send it to our logistics team. We won't just look at the product price, we will analyze their shipping and tax breakdown to ensure you are comparing apples to apples.

If their total "Landed Cost" is lower than ours, we will match it.

Why This Matters for You

Shipping 5 paddleboards and 4 towable tubes isn't like shipping a parcel. Many retailers leave the difficult bits, like local tax negotiations in Gibraltar or dockmaster coordination in Antigua, to you.

With YachtToys, the price you see is the price to get it through the marina gates. Our experts handle the bureaucracy so you can focus on the guest experience.

Contact our concierge team with your vessel's location and any competing quote. We’ll verify the logistics and ensure you get the best total value in the industry.

Price Match Terms

• We are not able to price match against a 3rd party marketplace, such as eBay or Amazon.
• The competitor's price must be listed on their website and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer e.g. vouchers, member discounts, promotional discounts, clearance or discontinued items etc.
• The item must be sold by an authorised retailer, not a private seller.
• The price match cannot be combined with other offers or promotions.
• Limit of one price match per customer for each unique item.
• Discount codes cannot be applied retrospectively in relation any price match.

Our Procurement Credits Scheme

Our loyalty ecosystem is engineered specifically for the professional marine sector, offering a flexible financial advantage that standard retail programs cannot match. Whether you are an owner-operator looking to reduce overheads or a professional crew member managing a fleet, our Procurement Credits provide tangible bottom-line value.

How it Works

We value the scale and frequency of professional maritime orders. Our scheme is straightforward and transparent:

Earn as you Equip: Every order placed earns you 1 Procurement Credit for every £1 spent.

Rapid Accumulation: From outfitting a new toy locker to refreshing a guest wetsuit inventory, your credits accumulate automatically on every transaction.

Strategic Redemption Options

We understand that different maritime operations have different financial needs. That is why our Procurement Credits offer dual-utility:

1. Immediate Overhead Reduction (For Owner-Operators)

Procurement Credits can be applied instantly at the checkout to lower your operational costs.

Instant Deduction: Credits can be deducted from any purchase, up to a maximum of 10% of your total basket value.

Conversion Rate: Every 100 Procurement Credits redeemed will deduct £5 from your total bill. This is a "Pro Quality" way to keep your vessel’s maintenance and toy budget under control.

2. Performance Incentives (For Yacht Crews & Captains)

For professional crew, bosuns, and captains responsible for the heavy lifting of vessel procurement, we offer a unique "cash-in" feature.

The Commission Model: Procurement Credits can be cashed in, acting as a professional commission for those managing the vessel's purchasing.

Flexible Payouts: This makes our scheme the preferred choice for yacht management professionals who want their procurement efficiency to be rewarded directly.

The Professional Edge: Whether you choose to lower your invoice or cash in your earnings, the Yacht Toys Procurement Credits scheme ensures that every pound spent on your vessel’s inventory works harder for you.

Returns & Exchanges

Straightforward Support.
You can return any product within 30 days from the delivery date. To be eligible for a return, the product must be in its original condition, including all accessories and original packaging.

Submitting a Return.
Submitting a return at yachttoys.co.uk is easy and involves these simple steps:

• Login to My Account and go to the Orders section.
• Locate the required Order and click the Return button.
• Select the product, the reason for return, and your preference for a refund or replacement.
• You will receive a confirmation email shortly afterward.
• Simply send the original product back to us in its undamaged packaging.

Refunds & Shipping.
If you have requested a refund, this will be processed within 5 working days of the returned product arriving at our facility.

Unless the product was sent in error on our part, you will need to arrange shipping back to us at your own cost; however, our team is always available to assist you with the logistics. If we have sent an item in error, we will of course refund your return shipping costs in full.

Please contact us if you need any further assistance or information.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes the Epix E-Foil unique compared to traditional "hard" e-foils?
A: The Epix uses a dual-board inflatable concept. The core of the system is a rigid hardboard that houses the technical components, which is then fitted into one of two interchangeable inflatable outer shells. This makes the board softer (safer for the yacht and the rider), significantly easier to transport, and much more compact to stow in a lazarette compared to a 5-foot solid carbon fiber board.

Q: How does the "Dual-Board" system benefit a yacht's guest rotation?
A: The set includes two distinct inflatable board sizes:

115L (Beginner): High volume and massive stability, allowing even first-time guests to stand up and find their balance before attempting to fly.

80L (Advanced): A smaller, more responsive profile for athletic guests or owners who want to carve deeper turns and experience a more dynamic flight.
This versatility allows the crew to swap the "skin" of the board to match the guest profile in minutes.

Q: What are the real-world performance specs?
A: The system is powered by a 4000W motor (engineered by Waydoo) and an 1800 Wh Li-Ion battery. It achieves a top speed of 36 km/h (approx. 19 knots) and offers an impressive run time of up to 90 minutes. This extended battery life is crucial for guest sessions where multiple people want a turn without a 3-hour charging delay.

Q: How manageable is the storage and transport?
A: Unlike rigid foils that require large, awkward rack space, the Epix inflatable shells can be deflated. The entire setup—including both inflatable boards, the mast, and the propulsion unit—is designed to fit into two practical travel/storage bags. This is a major win for yachts with limited tender garage space.

Q: What is the charging requirement for the crew?
A: A full charge from flat takes approximately 3.5 hours. To maximize guest uptime at anchor, we recommend the crew cycles the battery as soon as a session ends to ensure the unit is ready for the afternoon "golden hour" flight.

Q: Is the system durable enough for salt-water yacht environments?
A: Yes. The Epix is backed by a 2-year warranty. However, the defining maintenance requirement for the crew is a meticulous fresh-water rinse of the mast, motor unit, and battery connectors after every session to prevent corrosion and ensure the modular components can be easily disassembled for stowage.

Expert Tip: The 69cm mast and G1500 front wing provided in this set are optimized for stability. While it is a high-performance machine, it is far more forgiving than professional racing foils, making it the ideal "intro-to-flight" toy for your 'Yacht Toys' inventory.