# Fenn Bluefin S

> Surfski by Fenn. Canonical page: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/fenn-bluefin-s/
> Cite as: Fenn Bluefin S, Surfski Index, https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/fenn-bluefin-s/ (checked 2026-10-15). Terms: https://surfskiindex.com/using-our-data/

## Specifications
- Length: 5.78 m
- Beam: 53 cm
- Deck height: 34 cm
- Layup weights: Glass 13.5 kg, Vacuum 11.5 kg, Carbon 10.5 kg
- Usually paddled by: New paddlers

## Ratings (Surfski Index estimates)
- Stability band 8–10 out of 10 (dimension estimate, low confidence).
- Speed rated 5 out of 10.

Modelled from published beam, length and deck height. Low confidence. Speed is our rating. Both are given at the hull's own design weight.

These ratings are Surfski Index estimates, worked out from published dimensions, traced hull shapes where we have them, and reviews. They are not supplied by the maker or timed on the water. How a ski feels depends on your weight, skill, set-up and the conditions, so use them to shortlist skis and paddle one before you buy. Method: https://surfskiindex.com/how-it-works/#limits

Evidence note: This band is estimated from published dimensions. Qualitative context includes 2 paddler reports and 8 linked sources.

## Paddler weight
Estimated sweet spot 89–104 kg, broader estimated guide 73–108 kg. An estimate from hull dimensions, not the designer's intended weight.

## Suits
Flat water and moderate ocean chop/swell; good first ocean ski before stepping up to an intermediate hull.

## Hull
Same beginner-focused wide flat-bottom hull family as the original Bluefin with refined rocker/buoyancy distribution from the 'S' update; still the widest, most stable single in the current Fenn line, positioned below the XT S in speed.

## What works
- Best-in-range stability, easy to remount
- Good resale value per surfski.info forum consensus
- Light enough (10.5-11.5kg) for easy car-topping/beach carry
- Loves catching and linking small waves

## Trade-offs
- Still the slowest current Fenn on flat water/racing
- Beginners will likely outgrow it within 1-2 racing seasons

## Generations
- 2016-present: Updated 'S' hull revision of the original Bluefin; now sold simply as the 'Blue Fin' under Fenn's current Fennix branding, tagged Beginner on fennkayaks.com.

## What paddlers say
- "It's a fantastic stable surfski and really loves catching and linking waves. Very easy to remount. Resale value very good" - surfski.info forum, Bluefin vs Bluefin S thread
- "This boat surfs well and has a real surf ski feel. It loves the bouncy water and is super responsive, excellent flatwater speed and stability" - Oceanpaddler/Facebook Fenn Blue-Fin S post

## Sources
- https://www.fennkayaks.com/products/surfskis/single/fennix-blue-fin/
- https://surfski.info (forum, 'Bluefin vs Bluefin S (pre-Fennix)', Apr 2021)
- https://surfski.info (forum, 'Has anyone actually paddled a Fennix Bluefin S?', Nov 2024)
- https://www.paddleshop.com.au/?s=fenn
- https://oceanpaddler.com/surf-skis/fennix-blue-fin-s/
- https://www.paddleshop.com.au/products/fenn-blue-fin/
- https://shop.prokayaks.com.au/products/fenn-blue-fin
- https://oceanflight.com/products/fenn-blue-fin

## Prices
Current new prices and dealers: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/fenn-bluefin-s/#buy