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| * **Surfski Tables on this page** | * **Surfski Tables on this page** | ||
| - | * **[[:surfski_tables#intermediate_advanced_single_surfskis|Single Surfskis for Intermediate & Advanced Paddlers]] ("average" and larger sized paddlers)** | + | * **[[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#intermediate_advanced_single_surfskis|Single Surfskis for Intermediate & Advanced Paddlers]] ("average" and larger sized paddlers)** |
| - | * **[[:surfski_tables#beginner_surfskis|Single Surfskis for Beginners]] ("average" and larger sized paddlers)** | + | * **[[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#beginner_surfskis|Single Surfskis for Beginners]] ("average" and larger sized paddlers)** |
| - | * **[[:surfski_tables#single_skis_for_lighter_paddlers_or_children|Single Surfskis for Smaller Paddlers]] (all skill levels)** | + | * **[[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#single_skis_for_lighter_paddlers_or_children|Single Surfskis for Smaller Paddlers]] (all skill levels)** |
| - | * **[[:surfski_tables#double_surfskis|Double Surfskis]]****(all skill levels & paddler sizes)** | + | * **[[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#double_surfskis|Double Surfskis]]****(all skill levels & paddler sizes)** |
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| * **Related Topics** | * **Related Topics** | ||
| - | * **[[:surfskis|Main Surfski Page]]** (getting started on research for potential purchases) | + | * **[[https://surfski.wiki/surfskis|Main Surfski Page]]** (getting started on research for potential purchases) |
| - | * **[[:ski_makers|List of Surfski Brands]]** | + | * **[[https://surfski.wiki/ski_makers|List of Surfski Brands]]** |
| - | * **[[:owen_wales_surfski_list|Owen from Wales Surfski.info List]]** | + | * **[[https://surfski.wiki/owen_wales_surfski_list|Owen from Wales Surfski.info List]]** |
| * **This long list that Owen has been maintaining for some time also includes many older surfskis that we do not keep in our lists on this page** | * **This long list that Owen has been maintaining for some time also includes many older surfskis that we do not keep in our lists on this page** | ||
| - | * **[[:plastic_surfskis|]]** | + | * **[[https://surfski.wiki/plastic_surfskis|Plastic Surfskis]]** |
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| (for Avg and Larger Sized Paddlers) Less than 51 cm beam. | (for Avg and Larger Sized Paddlers) Less than 51 cm beam. | ||
| - | * [[:surfski_tables#beginner_surfskis|Go to Single Surfskis for Beginners]] (“average” and larger sized paddlers) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#beginner_surfskis|Go to Single Surfskis for Beginners]] (“average” and larger sized paddlers) |
| - | * [[:surfski_tables#single_skis_for_lighter_paddlers_or_children|Go To Single Surfskis for Smaller Paddlers]] (all skill levels) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#single_skis_for_lighter_paddlers_or_children|Go To Single Surfskis for Smaller Paddlers]] (all skill levels) |
| - | * [[:surfski_tables#double_surfskis|Go To Double Surfskis]] (all skill levels & paddler sizes) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#double_surfskis|Go To Double Surfskis]] (all skill levels & paddler sizes) |
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| ^ Model ^ Brand ^ Beam (cm) ^ Beam (in) ^ Length (m) ^ Length (ft) ^ L/W Ratio ^ [[http://www.soundrowers.org/boat-classes/|Race Cat]] ^ Reviews | | ^ Model ^ Brand ^ Beam (cm) ^ Beam (in) ^ Length (m) ^ Length (ft) ^ L/W Ratio ^ [[http://www.soundrowers.org/boat-classes/|Race Cat]] ^ Reviews | | ||
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| |Glide (discont.)|Fenn| 42.5 | 16.7 | 6.4 | 21' | 15.01 |HPK|[[https://www.oceanpaddlesports.com/2013/02/06/elite_glide_review_by_austin_kieffer/|A. Kieffer 2/6/2013]] \\ [[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2014/10/fenn-glide-review/|W. Echols 10/19/2014]]| | |Glide (discont.)|Fenn| 42.5 | 16.7 | 6.4 | 21' | 15.01 |HPK|[[https://www.oceanpaddlesports.com/2013/02/06/elite_glide_review_by_austin_kieffer/|A. Kieffer 2/6/2013]] \\ [[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2014/10/fenn-glide-review/|W. Echols 10/19/2014]]| | ||
| |**Elite S SL** (discont.)|Fenn| 42.5 | 16.7 | 6.4 | 21' | 15.01 |HPK|[[https://oceanpaddler.com/surf-skis/previous-fenn-elite-models/|Ocean Paddler Description]]| | |**Elite S SL** (discont.)|Fenn| 42.5 | 16.7 | 6.4 | 21' | 15.01 |HPK|[[https://oceanpaddler.com/surf-skis/previous-fenn-elite-models/|Ocean Paddler Description]]| | ||
| - | |[[https://outriggerzone.com/surfski/vega/|Vega]]|Kai Wa'a/Ozone| 42.7 | 16.81 | 6.4 | 21' | 14.99 |HPK|[[:kai_wa_vega_2019|A. Lipp/B. Putnam 2019]], [[https://youtu.be/vwxDqR0ISgo|Paddle Life Aust. 2021]],[[https://youtu.be/qpwW7JtEhC4|B. McDonald review 2021]], [[https://youtu.be/nj_YSv4H5cI|Paddle Channel review 2023]]| | + | |[[https://outriggerzone.com/surfski/vega/|Vega]]|Kai Wa'a/Ozone| 42.7 | 16.81 | 6.4 | 21' | 14.99 |HPK|[[https://surfski.wiki/kai_wa_vega_2019|A. Lipp/B. Putnam 2019]], [[https://youtu.be/vwxDqR0ISgo|Paddle Life Aust. 2021]],[[https://youtu.be/qpwW7JtEhC4|B. McDonald review 2021]], [[https://youtu.be/nj_YSv4H5cI|Paddle Channel review 2023]]| |
| |[[https://www.allwave.it/prodotti-surfski-cx/|CX/DNA]]|Allwave| 42.8 | 16.85 | 6.4 | 21' | 14.99 |HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1335/surfskiinfo-review-allwave-cx.html|R. Mousley 8/20/2011]]| | |[[https://www.allwave.it/prodotti-surfski-cx/|CX/DNA]]|Allwave| 42.8 | 16.85 | 6.4 | 21' | 14.99 |HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1335/surfskiinfo-review-allwave-cx.html|R. Mousley 8/20/2011]]| | ||
| |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v14|V14]]|Epic| 42.9 | 16.89 | 6.4 | 21' | 14.92 |HPK|[[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2014/02/v14-ultra-first-impressions-wesley-echols-surfskiracing-com/|W. Echols 2/18/2014]] \\ [[https://tcsurfski.com/2013/04/07/epic-v14-review/|N. Murray 4/07/2013]]| | |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v14|V14]]|Epic| 42.9 | 16.89 | 6.4 | 21' | 14.92 |HPK|[[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2014/02/v14-ultra-first-impressions-wesley-echols-surfskiracing-com/|W. Echols 2/18/2014]] \\ [[https://tcsurfski.com/2013/04/07/epic-v14-review/|N. Murray 4/07/2013]]| | ||
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| |[[https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AMwYqHYXS/|Nitro 640 gen 3]] (facebook announcement)|Nordic Kayak (NK)| 43 | 16.93 | 6.4 | 21' | 14.88 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** (updated bailer, wave deflector, added rocker…) | | |[[https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AMwYqHYXS/|Nitro 640 gen 3]] (facebook announcement)|Nordic Kayak (NK)| 43 | 16.93 | 6.4 | 21' | 14.88 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** (updated bailer, wave deflector, added rocker…) | | ||
| |[[https://nordickayaks.com/kayaks/proline/nitro/|Nitro 600]] (discontinued)|Nordic Kayak (NK)| 43 | 16.93 | 6 | 19'8" | 13.95 |HPK| | | |[[https://nordickayaks.com/kayaks/proline/nitro/|Nitro 600]] (discontinued)|Nordic Kayak (NK)| 43 | 16.93 | 6 | 19'8" | 13.95 |HPK| | | ||
| - | |[[https://nordickayaks.com/boats/surfskis/nitro/|Nitro 625]]|Nordic Kayak (NK)| 43 | 16.93 | 6.25 | 20'6" | 14.53 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** replaces the 600 smaller volume than the 640 | | + | |[[https://nordickayaks.com/boats/surfskis/nitro/|Nitro 625]]|Nordic Kayak (NK)| 43 | 16.93 | 6.25 | 20'6" | 14.53 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** replaces the 600, smaller volume than the 640 | |
| |[[https://thinkkayak.com/think-uno|Uno ]]|Think| 43 | 17 | 6.45 | 21'2" | 15. |HPK|[[https://www.k2nonlinepaddleschool.com/post/surfski-gear-review-think-uno-ultimate|R. Norman Uno Ultimate Review 2/24/2024]] \\ (early models listed as 42 cm beam) the Uno and Uno Max have the same length and beam - the Max has more volume. Ultimate = Carbon-Honeycomb, Kevlar-Epoxy-Vacuum| | |[[https://thinkkayak.com/think-uno|Uno ]]|Think| 43 | 17 | 6.45 | 21'2" | 15. |HPK|[[https://www.k2nonlinepaddleschool.com/post/surfski-gear-review-think-uno-ultimate|R. Norman Uno Ultimate Review 2/24/2024]] \\ (early models listed as 42 cm beam) the Uno and Uno Max have the same length and beam - the Max has more volume. Ultimate = Carbon-Honeycomb, Kevlar-Epoxy-Vacuum| | ||
| |[[http://thinkkayak.com/think-uno-max/|Uno Max ]]|Think| 43 | 17 | 6.45 | 21'2" | 15 |HPK|[[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2013/11/uno-max-review-by-wesley-echols/|W. Echols 11/2/2013 gen 1]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1573/think-uno-max-3rd-gen-v-nelo-560-v-epic-v14.html|S. Wendelboe 7/21/2016 gen 3]]| | |[[http://thinkkayak.com/think-uno-max/|Uno Max ]]|Think| 43 | 17 | 6.45 | 21'2" | 15 |HPK|[[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2013/11/uno-max-review-by-wesley-echols/|W. Echols 11/2/2013 gen 1]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1573/think-uno-max-3rd-gen-v-nelo-560-v-epic-v14.html|S. Wendelboe 7/21/2016 gen 3]]| | ||
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| |[[http://www.vajdagroup.com/gen_page.php?menu=1&catalog_item_id=133|Next]]|Vajda| 43 | 17 | 6.3 | 20'10" | 14.65 |HPK| | | |[[http://www.vajdagroup.com/gen_page.php?menu=1&catalog_item_id=133|Next]]|Vajda| 43 | 17 | 6.3 | 20'10" | 14.65 |HPK| | | ||
| |[[http://www.vajdagroup.com/gen_page.php?menu=1&catalog_item_id=156|Makai 43]]|Vajda| 43 | 17 | 5.8 | 19' | 13.49 |HPK| | | |[[http://www.vajdagroup.com/gen_page.php?menu=1&catalog_item_id=156|Makai 43]]|Vajda| 43 | 17 | 5.8 | 19' | 13.49 |HPK| | | ||
| - | |**OSS 2** |Ozean| 43 | 17 | 6.245 | 20'6" | 14.52 |HPK| | | + | |**OSS2** |Ozean| 43 | 17 | 6.245 | 20'6" | 14.52 |HPK| | |
| |[[https://www.knysnaracingkayaks.com/genius-gto-s1/|Genius GTO S1]]|Knysna Racing| 43 | 17 | 6.45 | 21'2" | 15 |HPK| | | |[[https://www.knysnaracingkayaks.com/genius-gto-s1/|Genius GTO S1]]|Knysna Racing| 43 | 17 | 6.45 | 21'2" | 15 |HPK| | | ||
| |[[https://www.nelo.eu/product/62/?size=m|62]] (L,XXL)|Nelo| 43 | 17 | 6.2 | 20'4" | 14.42 |HPK|<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**New in 2024**</font> | | |[[https://www.nelo.eu/product/62/?size=m|62]] (L,XXL)|Nelo| 43 | 17 | 6.2 | 20'4" | 14.42 |HPK|<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**New in 2024**</font> | | ||
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| |[[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/SEL-surf-ski|SEL]] (Eagle)|Stellar| 43.5 | 17.1 | 6.45 | 21'2" | 14.83 |HPK|[[https://surfskiracing.org/2015/11/new-2016-stellar-sel-2g-surf-ski-12-year-quest-is-over/|W. Echols 2015 gen 2]]| | |[[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/SEL-surf-ski|SEL]] (Eagle)|Stellar| 43.5 | 17.1 | 6.45 | 21'2" | 14.83 |HPK|[[https://surfskiracing.org/2015/11/new-2016-stellar-sel-2g-surf-ski-12-year-quest-is-over/|W. Echols 2015 gen 2]]| | ||
| |[[http://www.eliokayaks.com/?avada_portfolio=mazu-pro-elite&lang=en|Pro Elite]]|Mazu| 43.5 | 17.1 | 6 | 19' 8" | 13.79 |HPK| | | |[[http://www.eliokayaks.com/?avada_portfolio=mazu-pro-elite&lang=en|Pro Elite]]|Mazu| 43.5 | 17.1 | 6 | 19' 8" | 13.79 |HPK| | | ||
| - | |**OSS 1** |Ozean| 43.5 | 17.1 | 6.495 | 21'4" | 14.93 |HPK| | | + | |**OSS1** |Ozean| 43.5 | 17.1 | 6.495 | 21'4" | 14.93 |HPK| | |
| |[[https://www.knysnaracingkayaks.com/genius-blu-s1/|Genius Blu S1]]|Knysna Racing| 44 | 17.3 | 6.2 | 20'4" | 14.09 |HPK| | | |[[https://www.knysnaracingkayaks.com/genius-blu-s1/|Genius Blu S1]]|Knysna Racing| 44 | 17.3 | 6.2 | 20'4" | 14.09 |HPK| | | ||
| |[[https://flowkayaks.co.nz/surf-skis|Addict]]|Flow| 44 | 17.3 | 6.4 | 21' | 14.55 |HPK| | | |[[https://flowkayaks.co.nz/surf-skis|Addict]]|Flow| 44 | 17.3 | 6.4 | 21' | 14.55 |HPK| | | ||
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| |**560 (ML,L, XXL)** (discont.)|Nelo| 45 | 17.7 | 5.60 | 18'4" | 12.44 |HPK|[[http://www.performancepaddling.net/nelo_560_2016model.html|Performance Paddlng 2016]]| | |**560 (ML,L, XXL)** (discont.)|Nelo| 45 | 17.7 | 5.60 | 18'4" | 12.44 |HPK|[[http://www.performancepaddling.net/nelo_560_2016model.html|Performance Paddlng 2016]]| | ||
| |**Vanquish (ML,L, XXL)** (discont.)|Nelo| 45 | 17.7 | 5.60 | 18'4" | 12.44 |HPK|Introduced in 2022, [[https://fb.watch/knF3MOjGLv/|O. Chalusky Promo Video]] \\ [[https://surfski.info/forum/19-boats/20589-nelo-vanquish-air-review.html#41064|Zach Handler 9/28/2024]] (Air version - lightest layup)| | |**Vanquish (ML,L, XXL)** (discont.)|Nelo| 45 | 17.7 | 5.60 | 18'4" | 12.44 |HPK|Introduced in 2022, [[https://fb.watch/knF3MOjGLv/|O. Chalusky Promo Video]] \\ [[https://surfski.info/forum/19-boats/20589-nelo-vanquish-air-review.html#41064|Zach Handler 9/28/2024]] (Air version - lightest layup)| | ||
| - | |[[https://www.fennkayaks.com/products/surfskis/single/fennix-sailfish/|Sailfish]] (lower volume than Swordfish or Spearfish)|Fenn/Fennix| 45 | 17.7 | 6.3 | 20'8" | 14.00 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** \\ [[https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AxYj9pLDV/|Steven Percival video 3/17/2026]] facebook (read video/post comments for more description of Sailfish)| | + | |[[https://www.fennkayaks.com/products/surfskis/single/fennix-sailfish/|Sailfish]] (lower volume than Swordfish or Spearfish)|Fenn/Fennix| 45 | 17.7 | 6.3 | 20'8" | 14.00 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** \\ [[https://surfski.info/2-announcements/20625-feedback-on-the-new-fenn-sailfish.html#41386|Surfski.info Discussion 12/2025]] \\ [[https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AxYj9pLDV/|Steven Percival video 3/17/2026]] facebook (read video/post comments for more description of Sailfish)| |
| |[[https://www.fennkayaks.com/products/surfskis/single/fennix-swordfish/|Swordfish ]]|Fenn/Fennix| 45 | 17.7 | 6.1 | 20' | 13.56 |HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1630/fenn-swordfish-s-review-first-looks.html|R. Mousley 2//5/2018]] \\ [[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2019/08/fenn-swordfish-s-review/|W. Echols 8/25/2019]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1714/fennix-swordfish-s-first-looks.html|R. Mousley 2/24/2020 Fennix Swordfish S]]| | |[[https://www.fennkayaks.com/products/surfskis/single/fennix-swordfish/|Swordfish ]]|Fenn/Fennix| 45 | 17.7 | 6.1 | 20' | 13.56 |HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1630/fenn-swordfish-s-review-first-looks.html|R. Mousley 2//5/2018]] \\ [[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2019/08/fenn-swordfish-s-review/|W. Echols 8/25/2019]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1714/fennix-swordfish-s-first-looks.html|R. Mousley 2/24/2020 Fennix Swordfish S]]| | ||
| |[[https://nordickayaks.com/kayaks/proline/storm/|Storm 610]]|<font 14px/inherit;;inherit;;inherit>Nordic Kayak (NK)</font>| 45 | 17.7 | 6.1 | 20' | 13.56 |HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/forum/19-boats/20033-nk-strom-610.html#37973|Surfski.info discussion 2021]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/forum/1-general/20341-nk-storm-review-vs-fenn-swordfish-s.html|Surfski.info Storm vs Swordfish 2022]]| | |[[https://nordickayaks.com/kayaks/proline/storm/|Storm 610]]|<font 14px/inherit;;inherit;;inherit>Nordic Kayak (NK)</font>| 45 | 17.7 | 6.1 | 20' | 13.56 |HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/forum/19-boats/20033-nk-strom-610.html#37973|Surfski.info discussion 2021]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/forum/1-general/20341-nk-storm-review-vs-fenn-swordfish-s.html|Surfski.info Storm vs Swordfish 2022]]| | ||
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| |[[https://www.fennkayaks.com/products/surfskis/single/fennix-spearfish/|Spearfish]]|Fenn/Fennix| 45.5 | 17.9 | 6.315 | 20'9" | 13.88 |HPK|<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**New in 2024**</font> \\ [[https://www.facebook.com/oceanpaddler1/posts/1010043491163168|Doctor race week paddle 2024]] (facebook) \\ [[https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHr-zOGT-47/|Michael Booth]] Instagram (turn on sound) 2025 \\ [[https://www.facebook.com/FENN2022/posts/1110261581104213|Tim Cornish]] (facebook) 11/26/2024 \\ [[https://youtu.be/2QnzA84uHvE|Video Review 2/21/2025]] \\ [[https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14DUuKYCK3e/|V. Douglas]] (facebook) 6/28/2025| | |[[https://www.fennkayaks.com/products/surfskis/single/fennix-spearfish/|Spearfish]]|Fenn/Fennix| 45.5 | 17.9 | 6.315 | 20'9" | 13.88 |HPK|<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**New in 2024**</font> \\ [[https://www.facebook.com/oceanpaddler1/posts/1010043491163168|Doctor race week paddle 2024]] (facebook) \\ [[https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHr-zOGT-47/|Michael Booth]] Instagram (turn on sound) 2025 \\ [[https://www.facebook.com/FENN2022/posts/1110261581104213|Tim Cornish]] (facebook) 11/26/2024 \\ [[https://youtu.be/2QnzA84uHvE|Video Review 2/21/2025]] \\ [[https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14DUuKYCK3e/|V. Douglas]] (facebook) 6/28/2025| | ||
| |[[https://www.huki.com/index.php?page=S1-XL|S1-XL ]]|Huki| 45.7 | 18 | 6.4 | 21' | 14. |HPK|[[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2014/04/huki-s1xl-surfski-review-wesley-echols-surfskiracing-com/|W. Echols 4/25/2014]]| | |[[https://www.huki.com/index.php?page=S1-XL|S1-XL ]]|Huki| 45.7 | 18 | 6.4 | 21' | 14. |HPK|[[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2014/04/huki-s1xl-surfski-review-wesley-echols-surfskiracing-com/|W. Echols 4/25/2014]]| | ||
| - | |[[http://www.epickayaks.com/v10|V10 gen 4]]|Epic| 46 | 18.1 | 6.1 | 20' | 13.26 |HPK|2023 gen 4 (rounded nose, V11 seat, low leg hump, slightly shorter, wider than previous gen's) \\ [[https://youtu.be/LGEbVJizgAA|Paddle Channel discussion]] \\ [[:v10_gen4_2023|V Douglas 5/27/2023]] \\ [[https://surfski.info/forum/1-general/20510-epic-v10-gen4-v-carbonology-zest-x.html#40582|Z. Handler (vs Vega Flex) 9/2023]] \\ [[https://surfski.info/latest-news/story/1729/epic-v10-4g-surfski-review-the-ultimate-intermediate-surfski.html|R. Mousley 10/17/2023]] \\ \\ [[https://www.reddit.com/r/Surfski/comments/ygy118/comment/le48v3t/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button|7/20/2024 Reddit Comments vs Vegas]] | | + | |[[http://www.epickayaks.com/v10|V10 gen 4]]|Epic| 46 | 18.1 | 6.1 | 20' | 13.26 |HPK|2023 gen 4 (rounded nose, V11 seat, low leg hump, slightly shorter, wider than previous gen's) \\ [[https://youtu.be/LGEbVJizgAA|Paddle Channel discussion]] \\ [[https://surfski.wiki/v10_gen4_2023|V Douglas 5/27/2023]] \\ [[https://surfski.info/forum/1-general/20510-epic-v10-gen4-v-carbonology-zest-x.html#40582|Z. Handler (vs Vega Flex) 9/2023]] \\ [[https://surfski.info/latest-news/story/1729/epic-v10-4g-surfski-review-the-ultimate-intermediate-surfski.html|R. Mousley 10/17/2023]] \\ [[https://www.reddit.com/r/Surfski/comments/ygy118/comment/le48v3t/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button|7/20/2024 Reddit Comments vs Vegas]] \\ [[https://surfski.info/19-boats/20649-fenn-spearfish-vs-epic-v10.html|V10 g4 vs. Spearfish 8/2026 Surfski.info]] | |
| |[[https://www.nelo.eu/product/viper-46-ski/|Viper 46]] (L,XXL)|Nelo| 46 | 18.1 | 5.2 | 17' | 11.3 |HPK| | | |[[https://www.nelo.eu/product/viper-46-ski/|Viper 46]] (L,XXL)|Nelo| 46 | 18.1 | 5.2 | 17' | 11.3 |HPK| | | ||
| |[[http://www.nelo.eu/product/61/|61]] (L)|Nelo| 46 | 18.1 | 6.1 | 20' | 13.26 |HPK|<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**New in 2024**</font> \\ [[https://www.facebook.com/groups/395803743862021/posts/26241966688819039/|Surfski Kayak 4/27/2026 facebook]]| | |[[http://www.nelo.eu/product/61/|61]] (L)|Nelo| 46 | 18.1 | 6.1 | 20' | 13.26 |HPK|<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**New in 2024**</font> \\ [[https://www.facebook.com/groups/395803743862021/posts/26241966688819039/|Surfski Kayak 4/27/2026 facebook]]| | ||
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| |[[https://paddlesportssa.com.au/revo/bdnfs4c80yijye04h8cif089kbyz57|R2]]|Revo| 46 | 18.1 | 6.35 | 20'10" | 13.8 |HPK|[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNfIcUeBTQs|R. Tindall 12/13/2016 video review]] (old version) \\ **new**** in 2023** new version has same dimensions| | |[[https://paddlesportssa.com.au/revo/bdnfs4c80yijye04h8cif089kbyz57|R2]]|Revo| 46 | 18.1 | 6.35 | 20'10" | 13.8 |HPK|[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNfIcUeBTQs|R. Tindall 12/13/2016 video review]] (old version) \\ **new**** in 2023** new version has same dimensions| | ||
| |[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/zest-x-lv-surfski/|Zest X LV]]|Carbonology Sport| 46 | 18.1 | 6.1 |20'|13.26 |HPK| | | |[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/zest-x-lv-surfski/|Zest X LV]]|Carbonology Sport| 46 | 18.1 | 6.1 |20'|13.26 |HPK| | | ||
| - | |**OSS 3** |Ozean| 46 | 18.1 | 6.245 | 10'6" | 13.58 |HPK| | | + | |**OSS3** |Ozean| 46 | 18.1 | 6.245 | 10'6" | 13.58 |HPK| | |
| |[[https://pointfibreglass.co.za/flight/|Flight]]|Point Fibreglass/Watersport| 46 | 18.1 | 6.4 | 21' | 13.91 |HPK| | | |[[https://pointfibreglass.co.za/flight/|Flight]]|Point Fibreglass/Watersport| 46 | 18.1 | 6.4 | 21' | 13.91 |HPK| | | ||
| |[[https://scofits.com/photo/album/154360|Ayahavela SSS]] gen 2|Scofits| 46 | 18.1 | 6 | 19'8" | 13.04 |HPK| | | |[[https://scofits.com/photo/album/154360|Ayahavela SSS]] gen 2|Scofits| 46 | 18.1 | 6 | 19'8" | 13.04 |HPK| | | ||
| |**630** |Ocean Surf| 46 | 18.1 | 6.3 | 20'8" | 13.7 |HPK| | | |**630** |Ocean Surf| 46 | 18.1 | 6.3 | 20'8" | 13.7 |HPK| | | ||
| - | |[[https://outriggerzone.com/surfski/vega-flex/|Vega Flex ]]|Kai Wa'a/Ozone| 46.3 | 18.25 | 6.25 | 20'6" | 13.5 |HPK|[[:vega_flex_2020|M. Wood 1/29/2020]] \\ [[:vega_flex_2020_b|V. Douglas 5/25/2020]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/forum/19-boats/20176-in-depth-review-kai-wa-a-vega-flex-vs-fenn-swordfish-s.html#38771|Surfski.info Flex vs Swordfish S 7/20/2021]] \\ [[https://youtu.be/nj_YSv4H5cI|Paddle Channel 2023 Review]]| | + | |[[https://outriggerzone.com/surfski/vega-flex/|Vega Flex ]]|Kai Wa'a/Ozone| 46.3 | 18.25 | 6.25 | 20'6" | 13.5 |HPK|[[https://surfski.wiki/vega_flex_2020|M. Wood 1/29/2020]] \\ [[https://surfski.wiki/vega_flex_2020_b|V. Douglas 5/25/2020]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/forum/19-boats/20176-in-depth-review-kai-wa-a-vega-flex-vs-fenn-swordfish-s.html#38771|Surfski.info Flex vs Swordfish S 7/20/2021]] \\ [[https://youtu.be/nj_YSv4H5cI|Paddle Channel 2023 Review]]| |
| |**Ayahavela SSS gen 1** |Scofits| 46.5 | 18.31 | 5.98 | 19'7" | 12.86 |HPK| | | |**Ayahavela SSS gen 1** |Scofits| 46.5 | 18.31 | 5.98 | 19'7" | 12.86 |HPK| | | ||
| - | |[[https://nordickayaks.com/kayaks/proline/rapido/|Rapido]]|Nordic Kayaks (NK)| 47 | 18.5 | 5.95 | 19'6" | 12.66 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2024</font>** | | + | |[[https://nordickayaks.com/kayaks/proline/rapido/|Rapido]]|Nordic Kayaks (NK)| 47 | 18.5 | 5.95 | 19'6" | 12.66 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2024</font>** \\ [[https://surfski.info/19-boats/20648-nordic-kayaks-rapido-carbon-lite-x-epic-v9-performance.html|Rapido vs V9 8/2026 surfski.info]]| |
| |**550 (ML, L, XXL)** (discont.)|Nelo| 47 | 18.5 | 5.5 | 18' | 11.7 |HPK|[[https://tcsurfski.com/2017/11/10/nelo-550-review-quick-nimble-pure-flow/|N. Murray 11/10/2017]] \\ [[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2017/12/nelo-550l-surfski-review/|W. Echols 12/27/2017]] \\ [[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2021/11/nelo-550l-2g-wwr-surf-ski-review/|Gen 2 W. Echols 11/12/2021]]| | |**550 (ML, L, XXL)** (discont.)|Nelo| 47 | 18.5 | 5.5 | 18' | 11.7 |HPK|[[https://tcsurfski.com/2017/11/10/nelo-550-review-quick-nimble-pure-flow/|N. Murray 11/10/2017]] \\ [[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2017/12/nelo-550l-surfski-review/|W. Echols 12/27/2017]] \\ [[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2021/11/nelo-550l-2g-wwr-surf-ski-review/|Gen 2 W. Echols 11/12/2021]]| | ||
| |**Evo** (discont.)|Think| 47 | 18.5 | 6.25 | 20'6" | 13.3 |HPK|[[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2014/06/think-evo-2-review-by-wesley-echolssurfskiracing-com/|W. Echols 6/27/2014 Evo II]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1498/surfski-info-review-think-evo-ii.html|R. Mousley 7/30/2013 Evo II]] \\ [[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2018/03/think-evo-3-ultimate-surfski-review/|W. Echols 3/16/2018 gen 3]] \\ gen 2 big improvement, gen3 not as much| | |**Evo** (discont.)|Think| 47 | 18.5 | 6.25 | 20'6" | 13.3 |HPK|[[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2014/06/think-evo-2-review-by-wesley-echolssurfskiracing-com/|W. Echols 6/27/2014 Evo II]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1498/surfski-info-review-think-evo-ii.html|R. Mousley 7/30/2013 Evo II]] \\ [[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2018/03/think-evo-3-ultimate-surfski-review/|W. Echols 3/16/2018 gen 3]] \\ gen 2 big improvement, gen3 not as much| | ||
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| |[[https://www.huki.com/index.php?page=S1-R|S1-R ]]|Huki| 47 | 18.5 | 6.1 | 19'11" | 12.98 |HPK|[[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2009/01/huki-s1r-review-by-wesley-echols/|W. Echols 1/18/2009 gen 1]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/forum/1-general/19486-huki-s1-r-vs-swordfish-s.html|Surfski.info S1-R vs Swordfish S 2019]]| | |[[https://www.huki.com/index.php?page=S1-R|S1-R ]]|Huki| 47 | 18.5 | 6.1 | 19'11" | 12.98 |HPK|[[https://www.surfskiracing.org/2009/01/huki-s1r-review-by-wesley-echols/|W. Echols 1/18/2009 gen 1]] \\ [[https://www.surfski.info/forum/1-general/19486-huki-s1-r-vs-swordfish-s.html|Surfski.info S1-R vs Swordfish S 2019]]| | ||
| |[[https://www.stellarkayaksusa.com/falcon|Falcon]]|Stellar| 47.5 | 18.7 | 5.95 | 19'6" | 12.53 |HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/forum/2-announcements/20296-stellar-falcon.html#39329|Surfski.info 2022]] \\ [[https://youtu.be/RpgjEklrBWM|Video B. Edom 4/2022]]| | |[[https://www.stellarkayaksusa.com/falcon|Falcon]]|Stellar| 47.5 | 18.7 | 5.95 | 19'6" | 12.53 |HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/forum/2-announcements/20296-stellar-falcon.html#39329|Surfski.info 2022]] \\ [[https://youtu.be/RpgjEklrBWM|Video B. Edom 4/2022]]| | ||
| - | |[[https://chalupski.co.za/product-range/|Molokai]]|ChalupSki| 47.6 | 18.74 | 5.55 | 18'3" | 11.66 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** | | + | |[[https://chalupski.co.za/surfskis|Molokai]]|ChalupSki| 47.6 | 18.74 | 5.55 | 18'3" | 11.66 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** | |
| |Mako XT**/** [[https://www.fennkayaks.com/products/surfskis/single/fennix-xts/|XTS]]|Fenn/Fennix| 48 | 18.9 | 5.8 | 19' | 12.08 |HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1682/fenn-mako-xt-s-review.html|R. Mousley 2/3/2019]] \\ [[https://surfski.info/forum/19-boats/20502-fenn-xts-vs-think-6-vs-nk-squall.html|Surfski.info XT vs Think Six vs NK Squall 7/2023]]| | |Mako XT**/** [[https://www.fennkayaks.com/products/surfskis/single/fennix-xts/|XTS]]|Fenn/Fennix| 48 | 18.9 | 5.8 | 19' | 12.08 |HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/latest-news/story/1682/fenn-mako-xt-s-review.html|R. Mousley 2/3/2019]] \\ [[https://surfski.info/forum/19-boats/20502-fenn-xts-vs-think-6-vs-nk-squall.html|Surfski.info XT vs Think Six vs NK Squall 7/2023]]| | ||
| |[[https://www.nelo.eu/product/57/|57]] (L)|Nelo| 48 | 18.9 | 5.7 | 18'8" | 11.88 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** | | |[[https://www.nelo.eu/product/57/|57]] (L)|Nelo| 48 | 18.9 | 5.7 | 18'8" | 11.88 |HPK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** | | ||
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| |[[http://www.vajdagroup.com/gen_page.php?menu=1&catalog_item_id=155|Makai 48]]|Vajda| 48 | 18.9 | 5.8 |19'|12.08|HPK| | | |[[http://www.vajdagroup.com/gen_page.php?menu=1&catalog_item_id=155|Makai 48]]|Vajda| 48 | 18.9 | 5.8 |19'|12.08|HPK| | | ||
| |[[https://www.roguekayak.com/forza/|Forza]]|Rogue| 48 | 18.9 | 6 | 19'8" | 12.5 |HPK| | | |[[https://www.roguekayak.com/forza/|Forza]]|Rogue| 48 | 18.9 | 6 | 19'8" | 12.5 |HPK| | | ||
| - | |**OSS 4** |Ozean| 48 | 18.9 | 5.795 | 19' | 12.07 |HPK| | | + | |**OSS4** |Ozean| 48 | 18.9 | 5.795 | 19' | 12.07 |HPK| | |
| |[[https://pointfibreglass.co.za/phantom/|Phantom]]|Point Fibreglass/Watersport| 48 | 18.9 | 6.4 | 21' | 13.33 |HPK| | | |[[https://pointfibreglass.co.za/phantom/|Phantom]]|Point Fibreglass/Watersport| 48 | 18.9 | 6.4 | 21' | 13.33 |HPK| | | ||
| |**580** |Ocean Surf| 48 | 18.9 | 5.8 | 19' | 12.08 |HPK| | | |**580** |Ocean Surf| 48 | 18.9 | 5.8 | 19' | 12.08 |HPK| | | ||
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| - | * [[:surfski_tables#intermediate_advanced_single_surfskis|Go To Single Surfskis for Intermediate & Advanced Paddlers]] ("average" and larger sized paddlers) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#intermediate_advanced_single_surfskis|Go To Single Surfskis for Intermediate & Advanced Paddlers]] ("average" and larger sized paddlers) |
| - | * [[:surfski_tables#single_skis_for_lighter_paddlers_or_children|Go To Single Surfskis for Smaller Paddlers]] (all skill levels) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#single_skis_for_lighter_paddlers_or_children|Go To Single Surfskis for Smaller Paddlers]] (all skill levels) |
| - | * [[:surfski_tables#double_surfskis|Go To Double Surfskis]] (all skill levels & paddler sizes) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#double_surfskis|Go To Double Surfskis]] (all skill levels & paddler sizes) |
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| ^ Model ^ Brand ^ Beam (cm) ^ Beam (in) ^ Length (m) ^ Length (ft) ^ L/W Ratio ^ [[http://www.soundrowers.org/boat-classes/|Race Cat]] ^ Reviews | | ^ Model ^ Brand ^ Beam (cm) ^ Beam (in) ^ Length (m) ^ Length (ft) ^ L/W Ratio ^ [[http://www.soundrowers.org/boat-classes/|Race Cat]] ^ Reviews | | ||
| |**Boost** (old gen - now Boost X & X LV - see above)|Carbonology Sport|51|20|5.95|19'6“|11.67|HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/forum/19-boats/19894-carbonology-boost.html|Surfski.info 2020]]| | |**Boost** (old gen - now Boost X & X LV - see above)|Carbonology Sport|51|20|5.95|19'6“|11.67|HPK|[[https://www.surfski.info/forum/19-boats/19894-carbonology-boost.html|Surfski.info 2020]]| | ||
| |**Eze** (discont.)|Think| 51 | 20 | 5.18 | 17' | 10.16 |FSK| | | |**Eze** (discont.)|Think| 51 | 20 | 5.18 | 17' | 10.16 |FSK| | | ||
| - | |[[https://chalupski.co.za/product-range/|Maui]]|ChalupSki| 51 | 20 | 5.45 | 17'11" | 10.69 |FSK|<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**New in 2025**</font>| | + | |[[https://chalupski.co.za/surfskis|Maui]]|ChalupSki| 51 | 20 | 5.45 | 17'11" | 10.69 |FSK|<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**New in 2025**</font>| |
| |[[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/S18SX-surf-ski|S18S X]], [[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/S18S-surf-ski|S18S EXP]]|Stellar| 51.2 | 20.2 | 5.48 | 17'11" | 10.7 |FSK|EXP - Expedition version with a storage hatch \\ [[https://surfskiracing.org/2013/02/the-new-innovative-stellar-18s-surfski/|W. Echols S18 gen 1 2012]] \\ [[https://surfskiracing.org/2018/08/new-2018-stellar-s18s-2g/|W. Echols S18S gen 2 2018]] \\ [[https://www.k2nonlinepaddleschool.com/post/surfski-gear-review-stellar-s18s-gen-1-excel|R. Norman S18S gen 1 2023]]| | |[[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/S18SX-surf-ski|S18S X]], [[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/S18S-surf-ski|S18S EXP]]|Stellar| 51.2 | 20.2 | 5.48 | 17'11" | 10.7 |FSK|EXP - Expedition version with a storage hatch \\ [[https://surfskiracing.org/2013/02/the-new-innovative-stellar-18s-surfski/|W. Echols S18 gen 1 2012]] \\ [[https://surfskiracing.org/2018/08/new-2018-stellar-s18s-2g/|W. Echols S18S gen 2 2018]] \\ [[https://www.k2nonlinepaddleschool.com/post/surfski-gear-review-stellar-s18s-gen-1-excel|R. Norman S18S gen 1 2023]]| | ||
| |[[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/S18S-surf-ski|Osprey]]|Stellar| 51.2 | 20.2 | 5.48 | 17'11" | 10.7 |FSK|Same dimensions as various versions of 18S. Has hatch and under stern/over stern rudder option| | |[[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/S18S-surf-ski|Osprey]]|Stellar| 51.2 | 20.2 | 5.48 | 17'11" | 10.7 |FSK|Same dimensions as various versions of 18S. Has hatch and under stern/over stern rudder option| | ||
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| |[[http://www.eliokayaks.com/?avada_portfolio=mazu-55&lang=en&portfolioID=1831|Mazu 55]]|Mazu| 55 | 21.6 | 5 | 16' 5" |9.09|SK| | | |[[http://www.eliokayaks.com/?avada_portfolio=mazu-55&lang=en&portfolioID=1831|Mazu 55]]|Mazu| 55 | 21.6 | 5 | 16' 5" |9.09|SK| | | ||
| |[[https://www.kayaksipre.com/ss1-ackua-515/|Ackua 515]]|Sipre| 55 | 21.6 | 5.15 | 16'11" | 9.36 |FSK| | | |[[https://www.kayaksipre.com/ss1-ackua-515/|Ackua 515]]|Sipre| 55 | 21.6 | 5.15 | 16'11" | 9.36 |FSK| | | ||
| - | |[[https://chalupski.co.za/product-range/|Waikiki]]|ChalupSki| 55 | 21.6 | 5.2 | 17' | 10.58 |FSK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** [[https://youtu.be/6DBKna-Jlxo|Zach Preyser video 8/6/2025]] | | + | |[[https://chalupski.co.za/surfskis|Waikiki]]|ChalupSki| 55 | 21.6 | 5.2 | 17' | 10.58 |FSK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025</font>** [[https://youtu.be/6DBKna-Jlxo|Zach Preyser video 8/6/2025]] | |
| - | |Tarifa|ChalupSki| 55 |21.6 | 5.3 |17' 5" |9.64 |FSK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025-26</font>** [[https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1RpUUF3SVw/|Oscar video 3/10/2026]] facebook| | + | |[[http://chalupski.co.za/surfskis|Tarifa]]|ChalupSki| 55 |21.6 | 5.3 |17' 5" |9.64 |FSK|**<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2025-26</font>** [[https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1RpUUF3SVw/|Oscar video 3/10/2026]] facebook| |
| |[[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/stellar-egret|Egret]]|Stellar| 55.7 | 21.9 | 5.48 | 17'11" | 9.84 |FSK| | | |[[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/stellar-egret|Egret]]|Stellar| 55.7 | 21.9 | 5.48 | 17'11" | 9.84 |FSK| | | ||
| |[[http://thinkkayak.com/think-ace/|Ace]]|Think| 56 | 22 | 5.38 | 17'8" | 9.61 |FSK|[[https://www.surfski.info/forum/19-boats/19971-epic-v8-vs-think-ace.html|Surfski.info Ace vs. V8 2020]]| | |[[http://thinkkayak.com/think-ace/|Ace]]|Think| 56 | 22 | 5.38 | 17'8" | 9.61 |FSK|[[https://www.surfski.info/forum/19-boats/19971-epic-v8-vs-think-ace.html|Surfski.info Ace vs. V8 2020]]| | ||
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| |[[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/stellar-kingfisher|Kingfisher (S16S G2)]]|Stellar| 57.5 | 22.6 | 4.95 | 16'3" | 8.61 |SK| | | |[[https://stellarkayaksusa.com/stellar-kingfisher|Kingfisher (S16S G2)]]|Stellar| 57.5 | 22.6 | 4.95 | 16'3" | 8.61 |SK| | | ||
| |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v6|V6]]|Epic| 58.4 | 23 | 4.88 | 16' | 8.36 |SK| | | |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v6|V6]]|Epic| 58.4 | 23 | 4.88 | 16' | 8.36 |SK| | | ||
| - | |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v5-gen2|V5 (gen 2 2024)]]|Epic| 59 | 23.2 | 4.56 | 15' | 7.23 |SK|[[:movies_cached:dwree|Ripping Irish Lake Downwind V5 gen 1]] \\ [[https://expeditionkayaks.blogspot.com/2018/05/the-epic-v5-ski-for-you-your-mates.html|M. Sundin 2018 V5 gen 1]] | | + | |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v5-gen2|V5 (gen 2 2024)]]|Epic| 59 | 23.2 | 4.56 | 15' | 7.23 |SK|[[https://surfski.wiki/movies_cached/dwree|Ripping Irish Lake Downwind V5 gen 1]] \\ [[https://expeditionkayaks.blogspot.com/2018/05/the-epic-v5-ski-for-you-your-mates.html|M. Sundin 2018 V5 gen 1]] | |
| |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v5-tourer|V5 Tourer]]|Epic| 59 | 23.2 | 4.56 | 15' | 7.23 |SK|<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**New in 2024**</font> \\ [[https://youtu.be/d-B1cNbDxkw|Walkthrough with Greg Barton]] \\ [[https://youtu.be/fTuxxuwdMpg|Mark Sundin Intro 10/14/2024]] | | |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v5-tourer|V5 Tourer]]|Epic| 59 | 23.2 | 4.56 | 15' | 7.23 |SK|<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>**New in 2024**</font> \\ [[https://youtu.be/d-B1cNbDxkw|Walkthrough with Greg Barton]] \\ [[https://youtu.be/fTuxxuwdMpg|Mark Sundin Intro 10/14/2024]] | | ||
| |[[https://thinkkayak.com/think-zip|Zip]]|Think| 60 | 23.6 | 4.5 | 14'9" | 7.5 |SK| | | |[[https://thinkkayak.com/think-zip|Zip]]|Think| 60 | 23.6 | 4.5 | 14'9" | 7.5 |SK| | | ||
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| (Ocean Surfskis, not "Spec" Surfskis - sorted from narrowest to widest beam) | (Ocean Surfskis, not "Spec" Surfskis - sorted from narrowest to widest beam) | ||
| - | * [[:surfski_tables#intermediate_advanced_single_surfskis|Go To Single Surfskis for Intermediate & Advanced Paddlers]] ("average" and larger sized paddlers) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#intermediate_advanced_single_surfskis|Go To Single Surfskis for Intermediate & Advanced Paddlers]] ("average" and larger sized paddlers) |
| - | * [[:surfski_tables#beginner_surfskis|Go to Single Surfskis for Beginners]] (“average” and larger sized paddlers) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#beginner_surfskis|Go to Single Surfskis for Beginners]] (“average” and larger sized paddlers) |
| - | * [[:surfski_tables#double_surfskis|Go To Double Surfskis]] (all skill levels & paddler sizes) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#double_surfskis|Go To Double Surfskis]] (all skill levels & paddler sizes) |
| The max weights shown are those recommended by manufacturers. Advanced paddlers can often perform quite well in smaller volume surfskis though their weight may exceed such recommended limits. | The max weights shown are those recommended by manufacturers. Advanced paddlers can often perform quite well in smaller volume surfskis though their weight may exceed such recommended limits. | ||
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| ^ Model ^ Brand ^ Beam (cm) ^ Beam (in) ^ Length (m) ^ Length (ft) ^ Max Weight (lbs) ^ Max Weight (kg) ^ L/W Ratio ^ [[http://www.soundrowers.org/boat-classes/|Race Cat]] ^ Reviews | | ^ Model ^ Brand ^ Beam (cm) ^ Beam (in) ^ Length (m) ^ Length (ft) ^ Max Weight (lbs) ^ Max Weight (kg) ^ L/W Ratio ^ [[http://www.soundrowers.org/boat-classes/|Race Cat]] ^ Reviews | | ||
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| photo from [[https://www.instagram.com/p/CfhJYWSubRu/?hl=en|NeloCanada Instagram]] click to enlarge | photo from [[https://www.instagram.com/p/CfhJYWSubRu/?hl=en|NeloCanada Instagram]] click to enlarge | ||
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| [[https://paddle-lab.com/510-adapter-kit-for-future-kids-ocean-ski-micro.html|Sidecar adapter for Micro skis and Nelo 510]] Nelo Micro skis have a tube channel in the bow for inserting the stabilizer. The side that mounts on the larger ski is simply a foam saddle and probably could be shaped/modified/ or replaced to better fit other surfskis. | [[https://paddle-lab.com/510-adapter-kit-for-future-kids-ocean-ski-micro.html|Sidecar adapter for Micro skis and Nelo 510]] Nelo Micro skis have a tube channel in the bow for inserting the stabilizer. The side that mounts on the larger ski is simply a foam saddle and probably could be shaped/modified/ or replaced to better fit other surfskis. | ||
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| - | * [[:downwind#downwinding_in_a_double_surfski|Downwinding in a Double]] | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/downwind#downwinding_in_a_double_surfski|Downwinding in a Double]] |
| - | * [[:surfski_tables#intermediate_advanced_single_surfskis|Go To Single Surfskis for Intermediate & Advanced Paddlers]] ("average" and larger sized paddlers) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#intermediate_advanced_single_surfskis|Go To Single Surfskis for Intermediate & Advanced Paddlers]] ("average" and larger sized paddlers) |
| - | * [[:surfski_tables#beginner_surfskis|Go to Single Surfskis for Beginners]] (“average” and larger sized paddlers) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#beginner_surfskis|Go to Single Surfskis for Beginners]] (“average” and larger sized paddlers) |
| - | * [[:surfski_tables#single_skis_for_lighter_paddlers_or_children|Go To Single Surfskis for Smaller Paddlers]] (all skill levels) | + | * [[https://surfski.wiki/surfski_tables#single_skis_for_lighter_paddlers_or_children|Go To Single Surfskis for Smaller Paddlers]] (all skill levels) |
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| ^ Model ^ Brand ^ Beam (cm) ^ Beam (in) ^ Length (m) ^ Length (ft) ^ L/W Ratio ^ [[http://www.soundrowers.org/boat-classes/|Race Cat]] ^ Reviews | | ^ Model ^ Brand ^ Beam (cm) ^ Beam (in) ^ Length (m) ^ Length (ft) ^ L/W Ratio ^ [[http://www.soundrowers.org/boat-classes/|Race Cat]] ^ Reviews | | ||
| |[[https://www.allwave.it/prodotti-surfski-dna-duo/|DNADuo]] |Allwave | 43 | 16.93 | 7.5 | 24'7" |17.44 |HPK2 | | | |[[https://www.allwave.it/prodotti-surfski-dna-duo/|DNADuo]] |Allwave | 43 | 16.93 | 7.5 | 24'7" |17.44 |HPK2 | | | ||
| |[[https://www.kayaksipre.com/ss2-ackua-695/|Ackua 745]] |Sipre | 45 | 17.7 | 7.45 | 24'5" |16.55 |HPK2 | | | |[[https://www.kayaksipre.com/ss2-ackua-695/|Ackua 745]] |Sipre | 45 | 17.7 | 7.45 | 24'5" |16.55 |HPK2 | | | ||
| - | |[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/flash-x-double-surfski/|Flash X]] (formerly known as the Blast) |Carbonology Sport | 46 | 18 | 7.4 | 24'2" |16.09 |HPK2 | | | + | |[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/flash-x-double-surfski/|Flash X Double]] (formerly known as the Blast) |Carbonology Sport | 46 | 18 | 7.4 | 24'2" |16.09 |HPK2 | | |
| |[[https://www.fennkayaks.com/products/surfskis/double/fennix-elite-s-double/|Elite S ]] |Fenn/Fennix | 46.5 | 18.3 | 7.5 | 24'7" |16.13 |HPK2 | | | |[[https://www.fennkayaks.com/products/surfskis/double/fennix-elite-s-double/|Elite S ]] |Fenn/Fennix | 46.5 | 18.3 | 7.5 | 24'7" |16.13 |HPK2 | | | ||
| |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v10-double|V10 ]] |Epic | 48 | 18.9 | 7.6 | 24'11" |15.83 |HPK2 |[[https://surfski.info/forum/19-boats/19457-epic-v8-double-v10-double-or-fenn-xts-double.html|V8 vs V10 vs XT S surfski.info discussion 2/2019]] includes some CS Boost comments | | |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v10-double|V10 ]] |Epic | 48 | 18.9 | 7.6 | 24'11" |15.83 |HPK2 |[[https://surfski.info/forum/19-boats/19457-epic-v8-double-v10-double-or-fenn-xts-double.html|V8 vs V10 vs XT S surfski.info discussion 2/2019]] includes some CS Boost comments | | ||
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| |[[https://thinkkayak.com/think-duo-s|Duo S]] |Think | 51 | 20 | 6.5 | 21'4" |12.75 |HPK2 |recommended combined paddler wt max - (155 - 320) lb (70 - 145 kg) | | |[[https://thinkkayak.com/think-duo-s|Duo S]] |Think | 51 | 20 | 6.5 | 21'4" |12.75 |HPK2 |recommended combined paddler wt max - (155 - 320) lb (70 - 145 kg) | | ||
| |[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/boost-x-lv/|Boost X Double]] (there is also a triple - see below) |Carbonology Sport | 52 | 20.5 | 7.2 | 23'7" |13.85 |HPK2 |[[https://www.facebook.com/PaddlePerfect/posts/1627532000607293|Gen 1 Boost Dble Review (facebook)]] 2017 Amanda Rankin \\ [[https://surfski.info/forum/2-announcements/20449-double-surfskis-boost-vs-xts-vs-zest.html|Boost X vs. Fenn XTS vs. Zest X Surfski.info discussion 1/2023]] as of 4/2023 not much about the Zest double yet | | |[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/boost-x-lv/|Boost X Double]] (there is also a triple - see below) |Carbonology Sport | 52 | 20.5 | 7.2 | 23'7" |13.85 |HPK2 |[[https://www.facebook.com/PaddlePerfect/posts/1627532000607293|Gen 1 Boost Dble Review (facebook)]] 2017 Amanda Rankin \\ [[https://surfski.info/forum/2-announcements/20449-double-surfskis-boost-vs-xts-vs-zest.html|Boost X vs. Fenn XTS vs. Zest X Surfski.info discussion 1/2023]] as of 4/2023 not much about the Zest double yet | | ||
| + | |[[http://chalupski.co.za/surfskis|M2M]] |Chalupski |55 |21.7 |7.0 |23' |12.73 |HPK2 |<font inherit/inherit;;#e74c3c;;inherit>New in 2026</font> | | ||
| |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v8-double|V8 ]] |Epic | 57 | 22.4 | 6.7 | 22'7" |11.75 |FSK2 |[[https://www.nextlevelkayaking.com.au/blogs/news/epic-v8-double-review-next-level-kayaking|B. Maynard 9/2018]] | | |[[https://www.epickayaks.com/v8-double|V8 ]] |Epic | 57 | 22.4 | 6.7 | 22'7" |11.75 |FSK2 |[[https://www.nextlevelkayaking.com.au/blogs/news/epic-v8-double-review-next-level-kayaking|B. Maynard 9/2018]] | | ||
| |[[https://www.nelo.eu/product/600/|600 ]] |Nelo | 60 | 23.6 | 6 | 19'8" |10. |FSK2 |[[https://tcsurfski.com/2018/09/14/the-best-things-in-life-are-those-we-can-share/|TCSurfski Nelo 600 & V8 9/2018]] plus good general advice about tandem paddling | | |[[https://www.nelo.eu/product/600/|600 ]] |Nelo | 60 | 23.6 | 6 | 19'8" |10. |FSK2 |[[https://tcsurfski.com/2018/09/14/the-best-things-in-life-are-those-we-can-share/|TCSurfski Nelo 600 & V8 9/2018]] plus good general advice about tandem paddling | | ||
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| |[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/cruze-x-double/|Cruze X Double]] |Carbonology Sport | 70 | 27.6 | 5.65 | 18'6" | 8.07 |SK2 | | | |[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/cruze-x-double/|Cruze X Double]] |Carbonology Sport | 70 | 27.6 | 5.65 | 18'6" | 8.07 |SK2 | | | ||
| |[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/boost-x-s3/|Boost X Triple]] |Carbonology Sport | 52 | 20.5 | 7.8 | 25'7" | 15 |HPK3 ?? |TRIPLE SEAT | | |[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/boost-x-s3/|Boost X Triple]] |Carbonology Sport | 52 | 20.5 | 7.8 | 25'7" | 15 |HPK3 ?? |TRIPLE SEAT | | ||
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