Carbonology · Surfski
Carbonology Splash
Short 4.85m hull with a 49cm beam that is broad relative to its length, scaled down from the full-size Carbonology range. High relative volume and a forgiving rounded cross-section give strong primary stability for light paddlers, while the short waterline keeps top speed modest.
- Length
- 4.85 m
- Beam
- 49 cm
- Deck
- 31 cm
- Lightest
- 11.5 kg
Specifications
- Length
- 4.85 m
- Beam
- 49 cm
- Deck height
- 31 cm
- Category
- Surfski
- Skill level
- beginner
- New price
- A$2,900
Layup weights
On-water profile
Both scores are rated at the hull's own design weight. How these are derived.
Suits: Flatwater learning and mild conditions for juniors, lighter paddlers and smaller intermediate women; spec/surf racing on a reduced scale.
Paddler weight
This hull is built around a paddler of about 60 kg. It stays workable from 53 kg to 64 kg, and sits at its best between 56 kg and 61 kg.
Derived from published hull dimensions and calibrated against manufacturer paddler limits, not taken from a marketing range. The method, in full.
Generations
Junior / small-paddler entry ski (25-60kg). 'X' denotes the current-generation hull. Carries the full feature set of the larger Carbonology skis (single easy-adjust footwell, neoprene handles, double bullet bailers) on a reduced scale.
What works, and what it costs you
What works
- Sized and stable for kids and light/small paddlers
- Full-size ski features on a small, easy-to-handle hull
- Light and easy to carry / roof-rack (Club 14.5kg down to sub-10kg carbon)
Trade-offs
- Short waterline caps top speed
- 25-60kg paddler window makes it too small for most adults
- Niche craft with a thin resale market
What paddlers say
Carbonology Sport product copy: the Splash X is 'the ideal surf ski to introduce young children to the sport of surfski paddling' and 'has also proven to be a hit with smaller intermediate women' who find full-sized models hard to manage (carbonologysport.com).Reported experience
Where to buy
Dealers in the markets we have mapped:
Australian Paddle Sports 2026 pricing: Club/Glass Epoxy Vacuum A$2,900, Hybrid Carbon/Glass A$3,500, Full Carbon (Carbon Foam Epoxy Vacuum) A$4,100. Lighter White/Clear Carbon honeycomb layups (down to ~9kg) sit above Full Carbon.
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