Spirit · Surfski · Out of production
Spirit Racing Ski (entry-level)
Rotomoulded LDPE hull with a built-in wave deflector, carry straps, storage ports, padded seat, aluminium pedals and stainless rudder system (toughened-polymer rudder optional for surf).
- Length
- 4.96 m
- Beam
- 51 cm
- Deck
- 33.5 cm
- Lightest
- 18 kg
Specifications
- Length
- 4.96 m
- Beam
- 51 cm
- Deck height
- 33.5 cm (est.)
- Category
- Surfski
- Skill level
- beginner
- New price
- A$1,399
Layup weights
On-water profile
Both scores are rated at the hull's own design weight. How these are derived.
Suits: Entry-level ocean/surf and river paddling; founded Spirit's Avon Descent presence, aimed at first-time racers.
Paddler weight
This hull is built around a paddler of about 72 kg. It stays workable from 64 kg to 77 kg, and sits at its best between 67 kg and 74 kg.
Derived from published hull dimensions and calibrated against manufacturer paddler limits, not taken from a marketing range. The method, in full.
Generations
The boat that 'kickstarted' Spirit's racing range - marketed as the world's first PE racing ski with a built-in wave deflector. Beginner-oriented, sits alongside the PRS. Spec unchanged across archived listings.
What works, and what it costs you
What works
- Designed as a beginner-friendly first ocean/racing ski
- Built-in wave deflector adds stability/dryness
- Multiple Avon Descent podiums cited by the brand
- Near-indestructible PE hull
Trade-offs
- Slower than PRS/Fury (shorter, beginner shape)
- Very little independent review coverage
- Brand-discontinuation/parts risk
- Aluminium pedal/rudder hardware a step below the PRS
What paddlers say
No independent (non-manufacturer) reviews of this specific model found - flagged as a gap. Forum mentions of 'Spirit' Avon Descent skis generally don't distinguish this from the PRS by name.Reported experience
Gallery
Where to buy
The Racing Ski (entry-level) is out of production. It turns up on the second-hand market; there is no new-boat channel for it.
Maker closed Spirit is no longer trading. spiritpaddle.com.au is a parked domain that redirects to a lander page. Retailer listings read "no longer available".
Nobody sells Spirit new. The second-hand market is the only channel.
AUD 1,399 new per Spirit's 2017-2018 shop archive - the value entry point into the range.
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