# Red7 Surf70

> Surfski by Red7, out of production. Canonical page: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/red7-surf70/
> Cite as: Red7 Surf70, Surfski Index, https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/red7-surf70/ (checked 2026-10-15). Terms: https://surfskiindex.com/using-our-data/

## Specifications
- Length: 6.6 m
- Beam: 44 cm
- Deck height: 33.5 cm (estimated)
- Layup weights: Glass 17.5 kg, Carbon kevlar 13 kg
- Usually paddled by: New paddlers

## Ratings (Surfski Index estimates)
- Stability band 5–7 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 3 paddler reports 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
Strong downwind (picks up runs easily, low wake hard to draft) and in rough chop where stability shines; less composed punching upwind into steep waves where the flat hull slaps and takes spray.

## Hull
Flat-underhull design (flattest ahead of cockpit) giving very high stability but hull-slap upwind in chop; nose digs into oncoming waves at speed. Wide flat-water turning circle but easy to chase runs downwind. Early 'venturi bulb' drain, precursor to the bullet scupper.

## What works
- Very high stability, near dedicated beginner boats
- Solid, strong construction per original review
- Good downwind speed and easy run-chasing
- Innovative venturi 'bulb' drain improved low-speed draining

## Trade-offs
- Hull slaps and takes spray upwind
- Wide flat-water turning circle - weak for buoy racing
- Brand defunct - no parts/service/support
- Early demo units had rudder-post leaks and inconsistent finish

## Generations
- 2006-2007: First-gen of Red7's CAD-redesigned range, superseded within ~a year by the Surf70 Pro (a distinct later hull). Out of production/support since; occasional SA/AU/NZ used-market finds.

## What paddlers say
- Rob Mousley (surfski.info, 2006): 'extraordinary stability combined with speed... attractive to a wide range of ability', but criticized wide turning circle and flimsy demo footplate.
- 'Craig M' (surfski.info, 2020): offered one at [price omitted] decided worth it as a cheap learner/flat-water boat.
- 'MCImes' (surfski.info, 2020): 'if it's that cheap, get it now... at worst sell for a profit.'

## Sources
- https://surfski.info/reviews/story/272/review-red7-surf70.html
- https://surfski.info/forum/1-general/19834-red7-surf70.html

## Prices
Current new prices and dealers: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/red7-surf70/#buy