# Think Zip

> Surfski by Think. Canonical page: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/think-zip/
> Cite as: Think Zip, Surfski Index, https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/think-zip/ (checked 2026-10-15). Terms: https://surfskiindex.com/using-our-data/

## Specifications
- Length: 4.5 m
- Beam: 60 cm
- Deck height: 33.5 cm (estimated)
- Layup weights: Elite 12 kg
- Usually paddled by: New paddlers

## Ratings (Surfski Index estimates)
- Stability band 9–10 out of 10 (dimension estimate, low confidence).
- Speed rated 3 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
Think rates this hull for paddlers from 45 kg to 95 kg.

## Suits
Calm to moderate coastal water, harbours and estuaries; fine in light chop but too short/wide for serious downwind or racing.

## Hull
Short waterline, very wide beam hull built for fun, stability and easy maneuvering. Compact and light for carrying and storage; Think markets it as surfy despite its recreational stability focus.

## What works
- Very stable and easy to remount, strong beginner confidence-builder
- Small and light: easy to car-top and store
- Elite layup keeps it to ~12kg despite the recreational shape

## Trade-offs
- Short waterline caps top speed, feels slow once a paddler progresses
- Not stocked by the AU dealer surveyed (Expedition Kayaks) so import/freight likely
- Almost no independent reviews to verify manufacturer claims

## Generations
- 2023-present: Newest recreational sit-on-top in the Think lineup; sold in Elite (carbon/Kevlar) layup.

## What paddlers say
- No independent paddler reviews found on surfski.info, surfskiracing.org or YouTube as of Jul 2026: a newer/low-volume SKU with only marketing copy available.

## Sources
- https://thinkkayak.com/think-zip
- https://www.coastoutdoors.ca/zip-elite.html

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