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Builder · Mid · Toronto, Canada

Thurso Surf

Canadian mid-tier inflatable SUP builder, 2017-founded. Waterwalker, Prodigy, and Expedition lines.

Thurso Surf inflatable SUP
Founded
2017
Headquarters
Toronto, Canada
Ownership
Private
Tier
Mid
Website
thursosurf.com

Thurso Surf is the Canadian mid-tier inflatable SUP builder, founded in 2017 in Toronto. The brand has stayed privately owned. The lineup runs Waterwalker (recreation), Prodigy (kids), and Expedition (touring).

The brand argument is mid-tier value with refined accessory bundle. Thurso SUPs include premium paddles and accessories standard across most of the lineup.

Lineup

Current platforms.

Model breakdown

Each platform, what it does and where it falls short.

Thurso Surf Waterwalker series

Waterwalker is the volume recreation line. 10'6" length standard, fusion construction.

Things we like

  • · Premium 3-piece carbon-shaft paddle included standard
  • · Mid-tier construction at competitive pricing

Things we don't

  • · Smaller dealer footprint than iRocker
  • · Build tier mid-segment

Thurso Surf Expedition touring

Expedition is the touring line. 13'2" length, tapered nose for tracking.

Things we like

  • · 13'2" length tracks well on long flat-water runs
  • · Premium paddle included

Things we don't

  • · Length less common in the recreation segment, used inventory thinner
  • · Pricing competes with Red Paddle Voyager at premium tier

Buyer's guide

The Thurso Surf story and what to know on the used market.

Origin and ownership

Thurso Surf was founded in 2017 in Toronto, Canada. The brand built around premium accessory bundle and direct-to-consumer e-commerce.

Design philosophy

Thurso uses fusion construction across the lineup. The brand differentiates on premium 3-piece carbon-shaft paddle included standard.

Direct-to-consumer e-commerce is the dominant sales model.

Used-market notes and known issues

Fusion construction at 15 to 18 PSI.

Carbon-shaft paddle is the segment-leading included accessory.

Asian production with Canadian design oversight.

Customer-service runs through Thurso direct.

Resale

Thurso holds resale at the mid-tier inflatable SUP average. Three-year depreciation runs 25 to 33 percent.

Where Thurso Surf fits

Buyers cross-shop Thurso against iRocker, Bluefin, and Nixy. The argument is the included premium carbon paddle and mid-tier construction.

FAQ

Frequently asked.

Why a Thurso Waterwalker?
Premium 3-piece carbon-shaft paddle included standard ($150 to $200 value). Mid-tier construction comparable to iRocker All-Around. Cross-shop if the buyer values the included paddle.
Where are Thursos built?
Asian factories with Canadian design oversight. Brand HQ in Toronto, Canada.

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