Buy with peace of mind in Switzerland
Why buy from Elevate?
From advice before you buy to trying it on the water and support right next door: here's everything that's included when you buy from us.
What's included at Elevate
| At Elevate Surf | Importing / from abroad | |
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| Price | ✓ Final price in CHF, all-in | Ex-VAT price, still to complete |
| VAT & customs | ✓ Included — nothing to handle | 8.1% import VAT + clearance to expect |
| Lead time | ✓ Local stock, quick pickup | Shipping + clearance (1–2 weeks) |
| Advice | ✓ Personal guidance | On your own |
| Try before buying | ✓ Yes — rental & discovery sessions | Not available |
| After-sales & warranty | ✓ Handled on site | Return abroad |
| Assembly & setup | ✓ Included and explained | Do it yourself |
| Payment | ✓ CHF, Swiss law | Foreign currency |
💡 When comparing, add Swiss VAT (8.1%) and customs fees to the import price — the gap often shrinks a lot, and with us it's all already included.
More than just gear
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The right choice first time
Our guides, advice and try-before-buy help you aim right — and avoid a several-hundred-franc mistake.
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Support right next door
A foil or kite needs care and can break. Here we handle it on site, rather than shipping your gear back abroad.
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All-in, zero paperwork
Final price in CHF, delivered or pickup, no customs clearance or VAT advance.
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More than a shop
Sessions, Lake Neuchâtel spots, community and official F-ONE dealer.
A question, a project?
We help you choose the ideal gear — and you can even try it before buying.
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