# Ocean (OSS) OSS3

> Surfski by Ocean (OSS), out of production. Canonical page: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/ocean-oss-oss3/
> Cite as: Ocean (OSS) OSS3, Surfski Index, https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/ocean-oss-oss3/ (checked 2026-10-15). Terms: https://surfskiindex.com/using-our-data/

## Specifications
- Length: 6.25 m
- Beam: 46 cm
- Deck height: 33.5 cm (estimated)
- Layup weights: Carbon 12.5 kg
- Usually paddled by: Paddlers in chop

## Ratings (Surfski Index estimates)
- Stability band 6–8 out of 10 (dimension estimate, low confidence).
- Speed rated 7 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 2 linked sources.

## Paddler weight
Estimated sweet spot 80–93 kg, broader estimated guide 65–97 kg. An estimate from hull dimensions, not the designer's intended weight.

## Suits
All-round intermediate ocean paddling and moderate downwind.

## Hull
6.25m x 46cm intermediate hull; the step-up from OSS4 with more speed while keeping the stability-first Felci hull philosophy and hybrid bow.

## What works
- Balanced stability/speed
- Strong hull-design pedigree
- Good downwind progression ski

## Trade-offs
- Limited AU distribution vs majors
- Sparse pricing data

## Generations
- 2015-present: Intermediate/faster hull in the Felci-designed Ocean range.

## What paddlers say
- Positioned in the OSS launch as the intermediate 'faster' model bridging beginner and race tiers (surfski.info OSS announcement).

## Sources
- https://www.felciyachtdesign.com/special-projects/surfski/ocean-surfski/
- https://surfski.info/forum/2-announcements/18689-ocean-new-oss-models-out-now.html

## Prices
Current new prices and dealers: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/ocean-oss-oss3/#buy