: having a look at the Black Skimmers dimensions, it is actualy
: longer and narrower than what we call a surfski here in Oz and
: very similar to an entry level ocean ski such as an epic
: V10sport or Fenn xt. It is therefore feasable that speeds would
: be similar in certain conditions.

: Faster than a 21ft elite ski in the open ocean conditions that an
: ocean ski is designed for. I,d like to see that.
: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaJc8B_cCcI

Thats what winning a gold medal at the in K1 Kayaking at Olympics when your 17 or 18 does for you !
Not to mention he's won about 30 or more Gold medals in Australian Surf Life saving .

Bris Paul