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FAI VAA 4si V1 Canoe

Name: FAI VAA 4si V1 Canoe
Brand: FAI VAA
SKU: fai-4si
Price: 5513.1 USD
Availability: InStock

$5,100.00

The FAI 4si is a groundbreaking carbon fiber V1 canoe, engineered with autoclave-cured pre-preg carbon for unmatched lightness and strength. With a streamlined hull, elevated cockpit, and precise design innovations, it offers elite paddling performance, speed, and stability in any water condition.

Design Your Custom Fai Va’a!

4si Va’a Standard Start at $5,100.00
4si Va’a Pro Starts at $5,800.00
4si Va’a Standard Dual Start at $5,300.00
4si Va’a Pro Dual Starts at $6,000.00

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Experience Elite Performance with the Fai Va’a 4si V1

Unmatched Strength and Lightness for Peak Performance

The FAI 4si represents the next generation of V1 canoes, starting with the autoclave-cured, pre-preg carbon fiber construction—the first of its kind. This innovative build method ensures an unparalleled strength-to-weight ratio, delivering a canoe that’s incredibly light yet robust enough to handle the toughest conditions. Inspired by the legendary FAI 3X, the FAI 4si features a sleeker hull and streamlined design that improve speed and responsiveness, setting new standards for elite paddling performance. Developed by va’a master Vatea Bunton and Outriggerzone, this model embodies top-level craftsmanship and precision for paddlers who demand excellence.

A Refined Design with Enhanced Stability

The FAI 4si builds on its predecessors’ legacy with key design enhancements focused on paddler comfort, stability, and control. Featuring a raised cockpit and elevated rails, this V1 keeps the paddler dry, providing greater security and stability even in rougher waters. The lowered, streamlined deck eliminates iako risers and other cavities that could disrupt fluid dynamics, creating a seamless water flow that minimizes drag and maximizes glide. Every design choice contributes to a refined paddling experience, allowing paddlers to push their limits while enjoying enhanced balance and comfort.

Crafted for Unrivaled Versatility and Style

With three years of rigorous testing and collaboration with top athletes and designers, the FAI 4si was meticulously crafted for versatility across various water conditions. Its sleek profile and innovative construction support powerful, efficient strokes, while its precision-engineered hull and cockpit adjustments allow both novice and seasoned paddlers to handle changes in pace, water, and performance demands. Designed to adapt and perform, the FAI 4si combines modern aesthetics with the high-quality materials and performance-focused engineering Outriggerzone is known for, making it a top choice for competitive paddlers worldwide.

Refined hull, streamlined deck, raised cockpit

The FAI 4si is the next evolution of the FAI 3X. The hull was streamlined. The cockpit rails were raised to make the paddler more secure and keep a drier cockpit. The deck was lowered and streamlined as well: gone are iako risers and cavities that might alter fluid pathlines.

Customizable Foot Brace and Seat

The FAI 4si’s foot brace and seat are fully adjustable, fitting paddlers from 4′ (120cm) to 7′ (215cm) and allowing effortless on-the-fly adjustments for diverse users—perfect for families or paddlers of varying heights. Move both components forward or back to shift the canoe’s balance and optimize performance in changing conditions. The solid EVA foam seat also provides superior comfort, even on extended paddling sessions.

Redesigned Ama

The ama has been fully reengineered for peak performance. A higher rocker in the tail prevents dragging, while a rounded bottom reduces surface area for a smoother glide. Enhanced volume also keeps it from swamping, ensuring reliable stability in any conditions.

Dual-Side Rigging Flexibility

Upgrade your FAI 4si with dual-side receivers for ultimate adaptability. Perfect for left-side dragon boat paddlers training solo or those who prefer left-side stability, this setup allows the right-side iakos to rig just inside the left, maintaining the ama’s ideal position.

Outrigger canoe floating on clear turquoise water

Effortless Snap-In Iako System

The FAI 4si introduces a redesigned snap-in iako system, eliminating external push pin holes. Simply twist the iako to adjust or remove it, allowing for quick, one-handed changes without the hassle of pressing stubborn pins. This streamlined rigging system makes setup and adjustments faster and easier than ever.

Outriggerzone Construction: FAI VAA

The FAI 4si is the preeminent one-piece, or monocoque, V1 canoe. Built by Outriggerzone, as a unique single, seamless piece, it reduces overall weight and eliminates weak points typically caused by glue lines.

Uniquely constructed with prepreg carbon fiber, the FAI 4si incorporates high-temperature-curing resin that’s infused directly into the material. This allows us to carefully control the weight added by resin, eliminate dilutents, and deliver a canoe that doesn’t deform over time.

Standard Model and Pro Model V1

Technology:

Standard: Average Weight:

Bare Hull	19.3 lbs 8.75 kg
Hull Weight	20.7 lbs 9.4 kg
Rigged Weight	26.5 lbs 12 kg

Description:

The Standard Hai V1, you have the ability to personalize your canoe with a choice of 16 colors for the hull, ama, and logos in any combination you desire. Additional customization options include a deck-hull color split, a colored cockpit, and graphics from our catalog—or even your own designs.

Standard FAI 4si also come with fitted dust covers for the hull, ama, and iakos.

Pro: Average Weight:

Bare Hull	17.4 lbs 7.88 kg
Hull Weight	19 lbs 8.63 kg
Rigged Weight	24.8 lbs 11.23 kg

Description:

FAI 4si Pro models are approximately 1.7 lbs (0.77 kg) lighter than the Standard version. This weight reduction is achieved primarily by minimizing paint layers and carefully sanding down to a thin finish, giving the Pro models their distinctive “sanded-through” appearance. As a result, Pro hulls are available in five exclusive colors—Pro Yellow, Pro Grey, Pro White, Pro Blue, and Pro Green—with customization limited to cockpit and logo colors. However, the ama can be personalized in any color, and unlike standard models, the iakos are also customizable.

FAI 4si Pros also come with thicker, UV-resistant fitted marine canvas covers for protection from long-term outdoor exposure.

Technical Information

Brand	FAI VAA
Intended Use	Ocean, larger Surf or Flat Water
Paddling Level	All Levels
Type	Va’a V1 Canoe
Material(s)	See Technology
Length	23ft 5in 7.153m
Width/Beam	16.25in 410 mm
Nose Width
Tail Width
Paddler Size	All Paddlers
Rudder Design	None
Ama
Ama Setup	Single Left/Right Side Setup or Dual

Available Colors	Standard 16 colors / Pro 5 colors

Recommended Use	Flatwater Paddling, Larger Paddlers, Surf

Design Guidelines

Standard model OC1/V1/Surfski/OC2:

What you get free:

One catalog graphic or split on either the canoe/surfski or ama. It can be mirrored to the other side.
Two colors for the canoe and two for the ama.

Extra Customizations:

Each additional catalog graphic or split incurs a $100 surcharge (except brand graphics).
Each custom graphic (i.e. not in the catalog) incurs a $200 surcharge (but can be mirrored for free).
Large or complicated graphics or designs incur added surcharges.

Extra Colors: