Knysna Racing · Surfski
Knysna Racing Genius G40 S1
6.40m x 42cm narrow race hull (max paddler ~80kg) built for speed and downwind at the sharp end of the Genius line. Low-volume, rewards balance and technique.
- Length
- 6.4 m
- Beam
- 42 cm
- Deck
- 37 cm
- Lightest
- 12 kg
Specifications
- Length
- 6.4 m
- Beam
- 42 cm
- Deck height
- 37 cm
- Category
- Surfski
- Skill level
- advanced
- New price
- A$5,300
Layup weights
On-water profile
Both scores are rated at the hull's own design weight. How these are derived.
Suits: Advanced/elite racing and ocean downwind.
Paddler weight
This hull is built around a paddler of about 94 kg. It stays workable from 83 kg to 100 kg, and sits at its best between 88 kg and 96 kg.
Derived from published hull dimensions and calibrated against manufacturer paddler limits, not taken from a marketing range. The method, in full.
Generations
Elite/racer end of the Genius range; SA-built, AU distribution via Charger Surf Craft.
What works, and what it costs you
What works
- Fast, narrow race hull
- Light carbon layup (~12kg)
- Proven SA racing lineage
Trade-offs
- Low stability for the average paddler
- ~80kg paddler cap
- Limited pricing transparency
What paddlers say
The Genius G40 is listed on the maker's surfski page as the competitive racer of the range; Knysna skis feature in AU paddlers' fleets via Charger Surf Craft distribution.Reported experience
Where to buy
Dealers in the markets we have mapped:
Estimated AU carbon new price; no price on maker site. Confirm with dealer.
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