Angle of Paddle Plant - by: pulpfiction44
I asked this in the TIPS section but not much traction. Being new to the site and surfski i hope I can post here as well. I am currently 2 days into surfski, a Stellar S18S. Working on getting...
View ArticleRemount Question - by: LakeMan
As you guys probably heard too many times I paddle a 2nd gen Think Uno Max. According to Wesley it's one of the toughest skis to remount. The bucket is deep and the walls are very thin making it not...
View ArticleAnyone in Newport Beach - San Diego area who wants to paddle with me in...
Hi guys. I lived and trained in NAC 2001-2003 and in San Diego 2003-2005 (I believe my old Kajner paddle is still in the SDCKT boat house) while getting my university degree (Swedish kayaker studying...
View ArticleSurfski roof rack for Jeep Patriot - by: Dasher
I am looking for advice on what would be a good roof rack for my Jeep Patriot so that I can carry my surfski on it. Thanks, Rod
View ArticleYoga for paddling - by: malvina
Hi, I have recently enjoyed very much a book titled "Yoga for Paddling". I thought I would share it here as some of you may find it interesting as well. It provides very good insights of what muscular...
View ArticleFenn tarpon--looking to buy - by: mickeyA
I am interested in buying a second hand Fenn Tarpon spec ski, adjustable footplate, preferably deep seat option. Or similar stable, adjustable spec ski. USA--Florida, Alabama, Georgia...Southeast US....
View ArticleSailing surfski with amas? - by: fitz
Has anyone taken a surfski and modified it into a small sailing trimaran like the Triak? After upgrading to a V10 Sport, I have a Stealth Strika that is unused and apparently unsellable here in Panama....
View Article"BEST"Kayak Ergometer - by: drjay9051
I am considering buying an erg for off water training. Being fairly new to surf ski I find it dififcult to work on my stroke technique without losing stability. As an example if I want to concentrate...
View Article18.5" x 20' vs 17" x21" : Cruising speed diff? - by: PeteCress
If I can maintain 6 mph on a 18.5" x 20' Huki S1-R, what sort of speed increase should I expect on a 17" x 21" ski? Flat water, assume no capsizes. Not sprint speed, just max aerobic cruising speed....
View ArticleWhat was your first race experience? - by: LakeMan
The only time I've raced my ski is when those I was trying to over-take didn't know I was even there. Which means I've never officially raced anyone. There is a race coming up that I am considering....
View ArticleNew Epic V11 - by: Jonno_NZ
I have been looking at getting a new ski for a while now and have struggling to decide between a V10 or V12. I have read every article on balance vs speed vs ability I can get my hands on and still...
View ArticleLooking for a new ski - by: kwolfe
Hey everyone. So I sold my V8 and am looking for another ski to compliment my SEL. The V8 is a great ski and served as my winter boat but I'm looking for either a step up to something like and SR,...
View ArticleFenn6 paddle - by: Rob0870
Hey, Has anyone used the new fenn6 paddle, looks very similar to the jantex gamma rio and a lot cheaper.
View ArticleWhich paddle? - by: Hulk
HI All, I'm in the market for a new paddle and have put my thoughts on the Small version of the Meek A series or the Gara Odin which both appear to be very similar to the Jantex Gamma Rio in shape....
View Articlesurfski.info revamp: Your opinions please! - by: robin.mousley
As you know, surfski.info has been in hibernation for the last couple of years... The only reason I kept it going was the forum, which has steadily increased in popularity. I'd like to ask you for your...
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Nelo 550 - very brief and non-conclusive impressions - by: Impala
Hi all, during last weekend's Lake Constance Marathon I had the opportunity to paddle the new Nelo 550L (in WWR) for a couple of minutes. My background: a midpacker using an own-designed hybrid ski...
View ArticleLos Angeles paddle? This afternoon or evenings this week? - by: MCImes
I'll be in LA this week and can sneak in a paddle this afternoon around 4 or possible before dusk the rest of the week. If you have a double ski or one I could borrow for a paddle, let me know asap!...
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Visual boat comparison - by: Kiwi Dave
I'm not sure if this is interesting or not but thought I'd share anyway ... all are scaled to be relative and lined up on the cockpit. A proper online tool where you could do this type of comparison...
View ArticleMotionize my Swordfish! - by: Rod Thomas
Greetings all! I have just bought the Motionize Kayak Tracker and am about to fit it on my Swordfish S. Any advice on how to fit it? I was going to put the kayak sensor just forward of the footwell in...
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Anti-chafing device - by: Nilson
Hello paddlers Does anyone know what is this stuff? Looks like a lower back anti-chafing device.
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