# Ocean (OSS) OSS4

> Surfski by Ocean (OSS), out of production. Canonical page: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/ocean-oss-oss4/
> Cite as: Ocean (OSS) OSS4, Surfski Index, https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/ocean-oss-oss4/ (checked 2026-10-15). Terms: https://surfskiindex.com/using-our-data/

## Specifications
- Length: 5.8 m
- Beam: 48 cm
- Deck height: 33.5 cm (estimated)
- Layup weights: Carbon 13 kg
- Usually paddled by: New paddlers

## Ratings (Surfski Index estimates)
- Stability band 6–8 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 1 paddler report and 2 linked sources.

## Paddler weight
Estimated sweet spot 77–89 kg, broader estimated guide 62–93 kg. An estimate from hull dimensions, not the designer's intended weight.

## Suits
Flat water and light ocean for beginners; confidence-building in small runs.

## Hull
Short (5.80m) and beamy (48cm) beginner hull built around Felci's 'power is nothing without control' brief - hybrid bow, low wave/friction drag, high stability for transitioning sea-kayakers.

## What works
- Very stable entry hull
- Reputable Felci yacht-design hydrodynamics
- Australian brand

## Trade-offs
- Slow relative to race skis
- Small dealer footprint
- Thin published pricing

## Generations
- 2015-present: Australian brand (Ocean Surfski) with the range designed by Felci Yacht Design; OSS4 is the stable entry model.

## What paddlers say
- surfski.info announcement 'OCEAN - new OSS models out now' introduced the four-hull range; discussion frames OSS as a credible stable-to-race progression line.

## 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-oss4/#buy