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Fenn Ocean Skis and Surf Skis

NEW FENN SKIS

We are pleased to announce that Fenn have released some exciting new models to the market. 

 

Fenn have released some photos on their Facebook page of the new skis. Please check it out.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/FENN/197803040235419

 

BLUE-FIN:

The BLUE-FIN is a wider & stable novice ski that will get you out into the open ocean a lot faster.

· 34cm Highest point on the front deck

· 44cm Seat width

· 53cm Width @ the widest point

· 590cm Length of the whole ski

 

elite SPARK:

The "elite SPARK" is a smaller advanced ski suited for paddlers below 80kg and less than 6ft in height.

· 29cm Highest point on the front deck

· 37cm Seat width

· 42.5cm Width @ the widest point

· 644cm Length of the whole ski

 

elite GLIDE:

The "elite GLIDE" is an advanced single that goes well on the flat and the open ocean.

· 36cm Highest point on the front deck

· 38.5cm Seat width

· 42.5cm Width @ the widest point

· 644cm Length of the whole ski

All the above skis are additions to the Fenn range and not replacing any of the current models.

 

LS LIFESAVING SPEC SKI

The 'LS' is a Surf Lifesaving Ski that is currently going through the final stages of approval with Australian SLS.

At the recent World Surf Life Saving Competition the Fenn LS made its first appearance in major competition outside of South Africa and Europe.

The ski is available in both a 'High Seat' and 'Low Seat' version. The low seat offering more stability over the high seat.

As like all other Fenn's the LS has a fully adjustable foot well which is unique for spec skis. One size fits all!

Available only in fibreglass. Specs to come soon.

 

TARPON SPEC SKI

The Tarpon is more stable than the LS Lifesaving Spec Ski and has been around for a while. Suited to more beginners in surf lifesaving.

Available only in fibreglass. Specs to come soon.

 

AVAILABILITY OF NEW FENN SKIS

Blue-Fin – we have a demo in Sydney arriving early Dec. Stock will be available late January 2013.

Elite Spark – stock will be available late January 2013

Elite Glide – we have a demo in Sydney arriving early Dec. Stock will be available late January 2013.

LS Lifesaving Spec Ski – demo and limited stock available end of this month (November).

Tarpon - demo and limited stock available end of this month (November).

If you would like to place an order please email us so we can reserve the ski for you.

 

FENN LAYUPS

Fenn are also be making a new layup called 'Hybrid' which is fibreglass / carbon. These skis will be around 12.5 – 13kg in between a Vac glass and carbon layup weight. We will not be holding stock of all layups across all models so please email us for availability.

 

Fenn Mako Elite SL - Expert (TEST SKI AVAILABLE)

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The Mako Elite SL is the current top-of-the-range ski in the Fenn stable.  Paddled by Jeremy Cotter and Dawid Mocke, the ski has featured at the top of the results in almost every race where one or other of the two paddlers has competed.

Although designed to be narrower and faster (and consequently slightly less stable), the ski has proved to have very similar stability to the Mako6 and is extremely popular with intermediate level paddlers.  Compared with the Mako6, the Elite's cockpit is slightly further aft, while the rudder has been moved forward - to improve handling in downwind conditions.  With less rocker than the ‘6', the ski is faster on flat water and, according to Dawid Mocke, handles better in waves.  "It seems to be less effort to maintain high speed in this ski," he said.

Fenn Mako Aussie Elite - Expert

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The NEW 'Aussie Elite' is here! Made under license to Fenn, Oceanpaddler are now making the Fenn Elite in Australia. So what is the difference? The 'Aussie Elite' has been made specifically for the shorter guys or girls looking for greater comfort. The hull shape is the same however the seat position is 30mm forward.  The hump under the paddlers calves has been reduced and the front deck has been slightly modified with cut outs. The ski is made locally so you can choose your own colour scheme!

Paddled this week by champion Surf Life Saver Nick Holt who is raving about the new Aussie Elite. "This ski is awesome! The reduced hump under the leg allows for greater leg drive and comfort. It feels more like a K1 set up and the trim forward is also a positive change".

Fenn Mako 6 - Intermediate (TEST SKI AVAILABLE)

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The Mako6 proved a revelation for Fenn fans when it was launched early in 2006.  With its superior stability, it was far easier to paddle than the Fenn Millenium, which up to then was the reigning top-end ski.

With no sacrifice in hull speed and although aimed at the intermediate market, it proved an instant hit with top paddlers too with Dawid Mocke winning the US Champs, the Dubai Shamaal and New Zealand King of the Harbour in the ski.  Paddling a ‘6', Lewis Laughlin took the US Champs in 2007 as well the Molokai Challenge.

Fenn XT - Entry Level / Intermediate (TEST SKI AVAILABLE)

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For many years, the XT has been the de-facto standard in beginners' skis.  Even today, there are few entry-level skis to compare for comfort, strength and stability.  Dawid Mocke should know - the founder of the first Surfski School in South Africa chose Fenn XTs when it came time to replace the school's fleet in 2008.

"I've had years of experience teaching and watching beginner paddlers," says Dawid, "and I can tell you - there is nothing to touch the XT."

The design of the XT has not stood still however: Keith recently improved the cockpit area and moved the rudder forward slightly to improve downwind performace.