So, what does a Surfski cost?
Doug D.

: Surfski is another option

: Not really a replacement for the venerable NDK, more of a
: completely different species
: Keep the kayak, get a ski for the big wind days, and catch waves
: that leave kayaks wallowing. Why?

: 1. At less than 30lb, the boat is half the weight of the usual sea
: kayak, so twice the acceleration
: 2. Much faster top end due to narrower beam and longer waterline
: 3. Understern rudder controlled by foot pedals doesn't come out in
: big conditions, and provides steering so you don't have to steer
: with the paddle to prevent broaching when sprinting to catch a
: wave.

: So, if you find yourself working too hard for the waves you do
: catch, and missing many of the bigger, faster moving swells,
: maybe a surfski is for you.

: for example, sea kayaks would be unable to catch most of the waves
: seen in the following South African video, which is similar to
: high wind conditions on Long Island Sound and off Stonington,
: CT.

: http://vimeo.com/23034771