# Revo R1

> Surfski by Revo. Canonical page: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/revo-r1/
> Cite as: Revo R1, Surfski Index, https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/revo-r1/ (checked 2026-10-15). Terms: https://surfskiindex.com/using-our-data/

## Specifications
- Length: 6.35 m
- Beam: 43 cm
- Deck height: 33.5 cm (estimated)
- Layup weights: Carbon 11.5 kg
- Usually paddled by: Racers

## Ratings (Surfski Index estimates)
- Stability band 4–6 out of 10 (dimension estimate, low confidence).
- Speed rated 9 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 4 linked sources.

## Paddler weight
Estimated sweet spot 76–88 kg, broader estimated guide 62–92 kg. An estimate from hull dimensions, not the designer's intended weight.

## Suits
Open-ocean downwind and elite racing; twitchy on flat water for anyone but experienced paddlers.

## Hull
Narrow elite ocean racer with a semi-reverse/dreadnaught bow aimed at piercing chop and catching runs cleanly. Positioned by the maker against Think Uno Max / Epic V11-V14. Rewards good balance and active technique.

## What works
- Genuine elite downwind pedigree
- Innovative bow/rudder details
- Fast in runs for experienced paddlers

## Trade-offs
- Low primary stability
- AU supply/support in flux post-2023 handover
- Little published spec/price data

## Generations
- ~2017-2023 (Durban, South Africa): Original elite ski; Revo built reputation on downwind performance and innovation (Dreadnaught bow, tool-less rudder).
- 2023-present (Kiama, NSW, Australia): Brand acquired by Todd Boreland; now Revo Kayak Australia. Website revokayaks.com under reconstruction as of mid-2026.

## What paddlers say
- surfski.info forum regulars treat the R1 as a true elite-tier ski comparable to Think Uno/Epic V11+; build-quality and impressions threads are mixed-to-positive (surfski.info 'Revo Ski's - your reviews' and 'Revo reviews or impressions').

## Sources
- https://surfski.wiki/ski_makers
- https://surfski.info/forum/1-general/19368-revo-ski-s-your-reviews-experiences-assessment-of-build-quality-etc.html
- https://www.facebook.com/revokayakaustralia/
- https://shoreswim.wixsite.com/sunshinesurfski/product-page/revo-r1

## Prices
Current new prices and dealers: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/revo-r1/#buy