550

Experience the surfability of the New 550 Surfski! With its optimized dimensions, the 550 offers enhanced maneuverability, making it easy to change direction and ride waves with finesse. But don’t be fooled by its downwind ability – on flat water, this surfski still maintains its competitive edge, delivering a top-notch performance that will impress even the most experienced paddlers.

Specs

ML

LENGTH: 5.5m / 18ft
WIDTH: 47cm / 18.5″
STABILITY: 5/10

L

LENGTH: 5.5m / 18ft
WIDTH: 47cm / 18.5″
STABILITY: 5/10

XXL

LENGTH: 5.5m / 18ft
WIDTH: 47cm / 18.5″
STABILITY: 5/10

Sizing

Each Nelo Surfski comes in 3 volume sizes. If you are between sizes, we recommend you size up if you intend to use your surfski in rougher water, and can go either way if you will paddle in calmer conditions.

xXL

>90kg / 198lbs

l

75-90kg / 165-198lbs

ML

<75kg / 165lbs

pricing

Pricing is dependent on construction type.

* Prices do not include local shipping and sales tax and are subject to change.
* Boat weight can vary, depending on paint & design, and boat size

WWR - CARBON/KEVLAR

12.5-13.5kg / 27.5-29lbs
$3800

SCS - SOLID COMPOSITE SYSTEM

11-12kg / 24.3-26lbs
$4800

AIR

8.5-9kg / 18.7-20lbs
$5100

construction explained

AIR: Ultralight weight. Specifically developed for surfski boats. Suited for high performance in all conditions.

SCS: Carbon Epoxy Vacuum. Best for its lightness, stiffness and customizable design option.

WWR: Carbon Kevlar Epoxy Vacuum. Best for its durability and stiffness.

current stock

We keep our most popular models in stock. Click on the button below to see our current inventory.

custom order

If you’d like to get a custom designed boat, or just something that we don’t have in stock, see our custom boat order process by clicking on the button below.

accessories

Check out our Online Shop for any accessories, spare parts and safety gear.

customized designs

make it your own

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CUSTOM BOAT DESIGN NELO

important things you should know

Questions And Answers

Nelo Customer help center

Yes! We keep stock of our most popular models and colors. Please our Inventory page for what we have in stock currently. If what you are looking for is not there – you can place a custom order and get it in on our next shipment.

All surfski’s come with a carbon footrest and adjustable neoprene foot-strap. You can change this to a nylon pull bar. Our surfski’s also have side handles installed, unless ordered otherwise.
For SCS and AIR layup’s your boat will come with a cover.

For WWR layups, any extra’s can be added on at a discounted rate when ordered with the boat.

Yes! We receive regular shipments throughout the year, and can distribute throughout the US and Hawaii..

Once your deposit is paid, and we have your design, we will place your order on our next available shipment. We usually get 2-4 shipments per year. Once the shipment is manufactured, we require the final payment.
Ocean freight takes about 35 days plus time for customs clearance and delivery to our warehouse in Washington.

From there, local pickup is free from our Carson location. Otherwise we do ship to most locations on the West Coast. We ship to a central point – and you might need to drive to meet the shipment. House deliveries are possible, and can be arranged for an extra fee.

Great! You have a few options:
For all boats, you can use the Nelo design tool.

For SCS  boats, you can use purchase a custom design or work with a designer from PaddleSports Design.

For WWR boats, there are a few custom designs available for purchase on the PaddleSports Design website.

Yes, the more colors you use, the heavier your boat will turn out. Also note that brighter colors are lighter.

For custom orders, please fill out an order form.

For an inventory order, please fill out an inventory order form.

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