Nordic Kayaks / Fitness & touring surfski / Exrcize 550
Stable, versatile and easy to enjoy
Nordic Kayaks Exrcize
Swedish design.
Fitness and touring.
Confidence in the surf.
Configure your Exrcize.
Choose your construction, body finish and nose colour. Both views update to match your selection.
Price range: $5,095.00 through $6,695.00 inc. GST
AUD · Includes GST
Free collection from Kingsley, WA, by arrangement. Delivery can be arranged—call 0411 394 277 for pricing. Contact ZSS to confirm stock or arrange a preorder.
Dimensions and data
Know your fit.
The drawing shows the Exrcize 550 dimensions. Paddler weight and boat weight are shown separately. On smaller screens, swipe the drawing sideways to see every measurement.
Measurements and recommended paddler fit follow Nordic Kayaks Europe’s Exrcize data. The manufacturer uses a shared schematic outline for this model; it is not drawn to scale. Confirm individual fit with ZSS.
One boat. More ways to paddle.
Train, tour.
Enjoy the downwind.
A stable, versatile surfski for downwind paddling, fitness and touring. The Exrcize 550 combines easy handling and an efficient paddle entry with a comfortable cockpit and practical carrying handles.
The Exrcize is designed for beginners and experienced paddlers who want stability, easy handling and fun on the water. Its hull combines less volume with more keel than Nordic Kayaks’ faster skis. Narrow cockpit cutouts support a close paddle entry and efficient technique.
Choose your configuration above to see current pricing and availability. Free collection from Kingsley, WA; delivery can be arranged—call for pricing.
Choose your Exrcize ↗Ready for everyday adventures
Stable and capable.
Made to explore.
From fitness sessions and races to relaxed touring, the Exrcize combines manoeuvrability with a comfortable cockpit. Practical carrying handles and an optional rear cargo hatch add versatility.
Your fit. Your adventures.
Make it yours.
Nordic Kayaks Exrcize
550

The Exrcize 550 brings stable, approachable handling to fitness, downwind paddling and easy tours. Its 104 cm cockpit and comfortable seat are designed for paddlers approximately 160–200 cm tall.
Manufacturer’s dimensions: 550 × 54 cm hull; 104 × 41.5 cm cockpit. Recommended paddler height 160–200 cm and weight above 55 kg. Confirm individual fit with ZSS.
Optional equipment
Touring

An optional rear-deck cargo hatch has a carbon lid and quick release. It adds storage for day trips while retaining the Exrcize’s open-cockpit paddling experience.
Optional equipment is arranged by enquiry. Contact ZSS for compatibility, availability and AUD pricing.
Fit depends on more than height and weight. Let us help you choose a boat and discuss demo availability.
Material overview
Choose your construction.
Compare materials, finishes and fully equipped boat weights. Select a construction above to see your AUD price and current stock or preorder status.
| Construction | Characteristics | Body finish | Boat weight |
|---|---|---|---|
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CarbonX CX | Raw UD-carbon with a Divinycell foam core and hull stringer. Prioritises minimum weight; cosmetic variations can occur. | Raw carbon | 8.2–8.9 kg |
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CarbonLite S CLS | UD-carbon, Divinycell foam core and hull stringer, with a visible carbon-twill cockpit. | Stealth black / Whale grey / Ice white | 9–10 kg |
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CarbonLite R CLR | Single-skin carbon hull for increased impact resistance. Supplied with a kick-up rudder. | Whale grey | 10.3–11.3 kg |
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CarbonLite CL | UD-carbon with Divinycell foam core and a reinforcing stringer. Fully painted body. | Ice white | 9–10 kg |
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CarbonComp CC | Carbon and fibreglass with a Divinycell foam core and reinforcing stringer. Fully painted body. | Ice white | 11–12 kg |
Manufacturer’s approximate fully equipped weight ranges for the Exrcize range; actual finished weight varies. Green and pink nose options are available. Body finish choices depend on construction.
Ready for the run
Considered details.
Everywhere.
A comfortable seat, integrated bottle holder and carbon side handles make the cockpit practical for everyday paddling. Front and rear carry handles help on land; an optional rear-deck carbon hatch adds touring storage.
Standard equipment
- Carbon footrest with NK foot strap
- deBrito self-bailer
- Self-adjusting lines for easy footrest length adjustment
- Bottle holder and NK sports bottle in the cockpit
- Back-deck packing net
- Carbon side handles
- Front and rear carry handles
- Race rudder as standard; River construction uses a kick-up rudder
Optional rear-deck hatch with carbon lid: ask ZSS for current AUD pricing.
Rudder options
Choose your control.
Original Nordic Kayaks rudder diagram with measurements. The Race rudder is standard on the Exrcize; CarbonLite R is supplied with a kick-up rudder for shallow water.

Select the diagram to open the original image at full size. Additional rudder options can be added to your order later.
Nordic Kayaks model comparison
Compare the range.
The manufacturer’s relative stability, speed and manoeuvrability ratings, shown on a common 0–100 scale. These are comparison scores, not measured speeds or guarantees.
Low: 0 · Midpoint: 50 · High: 100. Swipe the table sideways on smaller screens.
| Model | Stability | Speed | Manoeuvrability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nitro 640 | |||
| Nitro 625 | |||
| Storm 615 | |||
| Storm 570 | |||
| Rapido | |||
| Squall 580 | |||
| Squall 540 | |||
| Exrcize | |||
| Flow | |||
| Double 670 | |||
| Club 560 | |||
| Club 540 | |||
| Club 480 | |||
| Breeze | |||
| K1 39 | |||
| K1 40L | |||
| K1 40XL | |||
| K1 41 | |||
| K1 43 | |||
| K1 45 |
Source: Nordic Kayaks Europe. Other models are shown for comparison only.
Your next boat starts with a conversation
Let’s find your Exrcize.
Free collection from Kingsley, WA. Delivery can be arranged—call 0411 394 277 for pricing.


