# Fenn Bonito

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

## Specifications
- Length: 4.2 m
- Beam: 50 cm
- Deck height: 31 cm
- Layup weights: Poly Vac 12 kg
- Usually paddled by: New paddlers

## Ratings (Surfski Index estimates)
- Stability band 7–9 out of 10 (dimension estimate, low confidence).
- Speed rated 2 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 1 paddler report and 3 linked sources.

## Paddler weight
Estimated sweet spot 65–75 kg, broader estimated guide 53–75 kg. An estimate from hull dimensions, not the designer's intended weight.

## Suits
Flatwater and small-surf learning for kids and lightweight paddlers building balance and remount skills

## Hull
Very short, wide, high-volume junior hull with a deep, forgiving cross-section and low centre of gravity. Rounded stable platform built to teach balance and remounts while keeping real surfski characteristics rather than a barge feel.

## What works
- Very stable for kids and small paddlers
- Light at ~12kg, easy to carry and rack
- Real surfski feel to progress from

## Trade-offs
- Slowest, shortest hull in the range
- Weight/height ceiling ~75kg / 175cm
- Single poly-vac layup only

## Generations
- ~2015-present: Junior/entry kids ski; poly-vac (vacuum-bagged fibreglass, polyester resin) construction; short stable hull, still current in the Fenn range

## What paddlers say
- Fenn describes the Bonito as 'a great ski for kids and smaller paddlers up to 75kg & 175cm tall, who are new to the sport and wishing to develop their confidence whilst having fun' (rackandpaddle.co.za / Fenn)

## Sources
- https://www.rackandpaddle.co.za/product/fenn-bonito/
- https://oceanpaddler.com/fenn-surf-skis/
- https://wetiz.eu/en/surfski/1222-fenn-bonito-kids-surfski.html

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