New 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 ArticleLeashes with clips - by: nwsurfskier
There is a good discussion and video on the Facebook page Surfski World showing the dangers of leashes with clips. I tried to link to the FB article but for some reason this forum marked it as spam. If...
View Article2017 World Champs - Dragon Run - your thoughts? - by: AR_convert
Interested to hear everyone's thoughts on the Champs? I thoroughly enjoyed reading all the social media updates from friends and official pages in the leadup and the coverage has taken another step up....
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For sale: Stellar SEL 2G - by: kwolfe
Hey guys. Since I now own a Nelo 550, I'm selling my SEL in case anyone is looking for one. I comes with the universal and weedless rudder. This used to be Wesley's ski and I bought it this past...
View Articlegrip tape - by: inflateable
Hi all, I'm struggling with grip on my feet when I drive though on my stroke. My heels slip as I drive through, and it really messes up the amount of power I can put through to the paddle. I use...
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What's the smallest wave you can surf downwind? - by: HangTen
I'm relatively new to surfski, so interested in hearing the theory and techniques for small waves because it seems like all the downwind videos are more focused on the big ocean swell downwinds which...
View ArticleTesting out a few skis - thoughts from a noob flatwater guy - by: Larry
I've been procrastinating around buying a first ski for over a year now, so in a bid to try and get myself moving I spent a few hours last weekend testing out a few boats with Peak Adventure in Port...
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Flipping over the Epic Steering Rudder Yoke? - by: DrA5
I was looking to flip the rudder yoke over so you had more access to the 4 mm bolt with an Allen wrench. The design though has a rounded over rivet on the frontside. If I flip this over, will the other...
View ArticleReducing my Personal Inventory- PFD, Paddles, Leash, Hydration - by: DrA5
Being new(er) to surfski, now paddling in my fifth year, I have upgraded or added to what I started out with and want to reduce some of the clutter I have. All prices in US dollars. Photos below....
View ArticleImproving Stellar SR G1 rudder - by: MCImes
Hey Guys, I have read the Stellar SR G1 stock rudder is not the greatest (mine is approx 2008 vintage for reference). My experience confirms this, as I feel the boat broaches easily even when under...
View ArticleSwordfish S - any difference in stability between glass and carbon versions?...
Asking for a friend. I very much doubt that there is any perceptible difference in the stability between glass and carbon layups - but I haven't tried them both. Anyone have an opinion on this?
View ArticleInternal Bouyancy of Surfskis - by: HangTen
For skis without hatches where you could put a buoyancy bag does anyone know if surfskis remain buoyant or even neutral bouyancy if the space between the hull and deck fills completely with water? Is...
View ArticleSurfski foiling: The dawn of a new era - by: mamaru
Great things to come: The first foiling surfski
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DIY Leashes - by: owenfromwales
So I spent a few hours today fiddling around and working on my leash set up. Tomorrow I will try and go for a paddle to see how practical it is, but in the meantime, here are the photos: This is the...
View ArticleVideo thread - by: Hiro
Wanted to start a thread where we would post our paddling videos. No stroke analisys or technical stuff. Just paddling for the fun of it. Here's mine. real fun starts at 3:45
View ArticlePaddling in Brisbane - by: Bigmig
Hi Guys. Anybody that I can connect with in Brisbane while Im over there for 3 weeks from 3 April. Looking for a few paddles either in a double or if someone can hook me up with all the kit and a...
View ArticleHas anyone actually used a PLB in anger? - by: robin.mousley
We had a rescue incident here in Cape Town a couple of weeks ago where a paddler activated his PLB when he got into trouble on a Miller's Run. The system failed to alert anyone before he'd already...
View ArticleInfluence of paddler weight on ski characteristics/stability - by: AGA
Apologies for the size of post. Does paddler weight affect the characteristics of a surf ski, such as stability? With paddler weight varying dramatically, and the potential impact large, this must...
View ArticleWetsuit vs Drysuit - by: LakeMan
I'm sure this has been covered before but since I can't find an answer I'll ask it now. Which is better for use in a surfski, a wetsuit or drysuit? I live in an area of the world that rarely freezes...
View Articleinstructional books on surfski paddling - by: kevin brunette
SURFSKI with the Pros… is available as an eBook. Visit www.publisher.co.za to purchase and download an electronic version of the book in an ePub or pdf format, or get the printed version. SURFKSI with...
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