# Stealth Raptor

> Surf lifesaving spec by Stealth. Canonical page: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/stealth-raptor/
> Cite as: Stealth Raptor, Surfski Index, https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/stealth-raptor/ (checked 2026-10-15). Terms: https://surfskiindex.com/using-our-data/

## Specifications
- Length: 5.79 m
- Beam: 49 cm
- Deck height: 33.5 cm (estimated)
- Layup weights: Composite 18 kg
- Usually paddled by: Paddlers in chop

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

Our estimate from published descriptions and reviews. 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 a cautious editorial estimate; it is not backed by a hull trace. Qualitative context includes 1 paddler report and 2 linked sources.

## Paddler weight
Estimated sweet spot 74–86 kg, broader estimated guide 60–89 kg. An estimate from hull dimensions, not the designer's intended weight.

## Suits
Surf zone, beach starts and lifesaving racing; Stealth rates it 9/10 for surf ability.

## Hull
5.79m x 49cm lifesaving-specification surf ski at the class length limit, with adjustable foot positions, a deep seat and an under-stern rudder for control on a wave. Published weight 18kg, published capacity 130kg.

## What works
- Published weight and capacity, which most ILS skis do not give
- Under-stern rudder built for waves
- Real dealer network across three countries

## Trade-offs
- 18kg is heavy to run up a beach
- Class-limited hull: not an ocean downwind boat
- No published price

## Generations
- current: Stealth Kayaks is a South African builder best known for fishing skis, the Fisha, Pro Fisha, Fusion and Elite ranges, which sit outside this index. The Raptor is its lifesaving-specification surf ski, and the only Stealth hull that belongs here.

## What paddlers say
- No independent owner review located as of August 2026.

## Sources
- https://stealthkayaks.com/raptor-surf-ski/
- https://stealthkayaks.com/

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