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Sailboat lifts
Wind in your sails and air under your boat. Air-Dock lifts most retractable keel monohulls, catamarans and trimarans.
A lift made for sailboats
Air-Dock has the right solution for most retractable keel monohulls, catamarans and trimarans. Keep your hull clean, stay fast, and let the air not only move you but lift you up.
- From dinghy sailors to weekend cruisers, easy access to your boat without un-rigging or trailering when it’s not in use
- Maximum weight capacity of 14,000 lbs on our largest lift models
- No contractors, pilings or permanent structure, so you skip the cost of a permanent lift
Large Air-Dock lift diagram. See the installation overview.
How a sailboat Air-Dock works
Smaller sailboats start on lifts with two or three chambers. Even large foldable trimarans fit on our largest four-chamber models, which are built to withstand both length and width.
Chambers sized to your boat
Two, three or four chambers, built for the length and width of your sailboat.
Internal guide chambers
They keep your boat centered on the lift while it inflates.
Peace of mind
Protect your investment for years to come, with your hull clean and out of the water.
Have a different type of boat?
Air-Dock makes lifts for almost every kind of boat. Find the one that fits yours.
Sailboat lift questions, answered
What sailboats will an Air-Dock lift?
Air-Dock can accommodate most retractable keel monohulls, catamarans and trimarans, from dinghy sailors to weekend cruisers.
How much weight can a sailboat lift handle?
The maximum weight capacity is 14,000 lbs on our largest lift models.
How many chambers does a sailboat lift have?
Smaller sailboats start on lifts with two or three chambers. Even large foldable trimarans fit on our largest four-chamber models, which are built to withstand both length and width.
How does my sailboat stay centered on the lift?
Internal guide chambers keep your boat centered on the lift while it inflates.
Do I have to un-rig or trailer my sailboat?
No. Air-Dock gives you easy access to your boat without needing to un-rig or trailer it when it’s not in use.
How do I find the right size and a price?
Check the sizing chart for the lift size that fits your boat, then request a free quote for pricing.
More answers on our full FAQ page.
Ready to get your sailboat out of the water?
Tell us about your boat and your slip. We’ll size an Air-Dock to fit and send you a quote.

