Used Carbon Swordfish vs New Glass Evo 2 - by: peteski
Hi All I need some inputs on surfski decision please. I've paddled a glass Evo 2 in all conditions and loved everything about it. I'm currently testing a slightly used Carbon Swordfish that I can get...
View ArticleFenn Elite S - by: crispin
Hi all I've just ordered myself a Fenn Elite S - my first surfski since South Africa last won the Rugby World Cup in 2007 I was very impressed with my test run on a demo boat in moderately rough...
View ArticleSurfski vs. SUP paddling - by: Laz
Makes someone periodic fitness cross training Ocean Surfski vs. SUP paddling? Whats is the best of both worlds in your opinion and how they complete each other ?
View ArticleSpec Ski - which one? - by: nicolas_mcconnell@yahoo.com.au
Can anyone give me some tips on buying a spec ski? I have an Epic V8 and need to upgrade into a spec ski. Given I am in an Epic V8 - most important criteria would be stability but i would like...
View ArticleReverse bows - by: Uffilation
Yep, I got hooked by those reverse bows ... Did I miss any? tia OCEAN: OSS1 -OSS4 vimeo.com search > 142200491 oceansurfski dot com (Felci Windseeker > youtube search > xqI79E3LWQg)...
View ArticleNew model v10/stellar SES SEL or Ion - by: Rob0870
Need advice, out of the new model V10, SES, SEL skis and the think Ion which one would be the more elite level out of these skis. After a ski for when the conditions get a little nasty. Thanks
View ArticleNEW EVENT IN EUROPE- WINTER AEGEAN RACE 9-10 JAN - by: ionas
new !!! WINTER AEGEAN RACE 9-10 JAN 2016 the organisation team has decided to add a second (Winter) race of the very successful summer Aegean Race we have held for the last five years. The weather in...
View ArticleGood places in north Chesapeake Bay - by: kwolfe
So I was going to try and make my first trip to the shore with my V8 but 3.5hrs is just a bit far so I was thinking about trying out the Chesapeake Bay (around Baltimore). Its only about 1.5hr drive...
View ArticleUnofficial Review of new Stellar SEL - by: portmanm
Before I start, some background. I’ve been paddling for 4 years, > 90% in the ocean in varying conditions up to 3-4m swell and 30-40 knots, paddle about 50km per week and do regular racings – I...
View Articletechnique question... - by: Bodsy
G'day everyone, firstly thanks for all the great info on the forum. As a new paddler it is invaluable. By way of intro I'm just getting going in a recently acquired club version of the older v10sport...
View ArticleDesign of surfski for kids - by: merijnwijnen
As there are few skis designed for kids available, and non in my neighbourhood, I am working a a ski design for my daughters. One currently uses MK1, the other a low volume K1. They are aged 10 and 12,...
View Articlespec ski advice please - by: rudie
Hi all Anyone know much about the Spec Skis in Australia? I used to have a Gibbons ''Nathan Baggerley'' Ski. Don't know the age or model. It was a bit too tippy in the chop for me. Anyhow. I'm looking...
View ArticleBucket Placement In A New Ski? - by: Kennneee
Hi All, I am currently building a wood strip ski which is based on the current Epic V10L. I have made some minor changes including a bit more beam. Warren Williamson, a local designer and CAD whiz,...
View ArticleAdjusting boat trim - by: Dan_81
I was wondering what options there are to adjust the seating position in a ski (I have a Fenn Spark). Also whether people find they change their seating position in their boat from flatwater to Ocean....
View ArticleThe young Hank McGregor - video - by: Bodsy
Been casting a wide net in search of good paddling technique videos online and dredged up this one telling the story of Hank McGregor (and his dad). Pretty unique and an inspiring story - paddling...
View ArticleSwordfish S - by: Sifor
Hi everyone, I am currently paddling the current model V10 S Ultra. Is anyone able to offer comparisons on the Swordfish S versus the superseded model in terms of stability and seat comfort? How does...
View ArticleSharing a lesson on failed leash in cold waters - by: swimskier
Yesterday I went out on the lake Geneva with the Northern 20..35 km/h wind and the air and water temperature about +5 C. I had asked a couple of buddies to join, but they had other commitments, so I...
View ArticleOCEAN SURFSKI coming to Perth - test paddle! - by: OSS
Hello to all who asked if we would be coming to WA soon. We plan to come for THE DOCTOR, arrive on the 25th Nov and leave on Sunday, the 29th Nov. We will be staying in Sorrento, close to the SLSC and...
View Articleelectronic muscle stimulators - by: candela
Neck and shoulder pain relief question... I suffer neck and shoulder pain mainly due to the type of work I do. I'm a computer animator so I spend all day using a mouse and a tablet. I paddle 3-4 days a...
View ArticleThermoplastic Surfskis, Racing Skis - by: Uffilation
Made the list to seek for a downriver (stone hitting) alternative for the flatter days(+family/guests "abuse ski"), maybe someone has a use for the list for his/her own quest. I guess there are more...
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