MINIMAL

The Perfect Minimal Surfboard

The minimal surfboard, often referred to as a “mini-mal,” has gained significant popularity among both beginners and experienced surfers alike. Its unique design, typically ranging from 7 to 8 feet in length, strikes a perfect balance between stability and maneuverability, making it ideal for learners who are just starting to catch waves. With its broader surface area, the minimal allows for easier wave catching and paddling, helping newcomers stay confident in the water. At the same time, its versatility and ability to perform in a variety of wave conditions have also made it a favorite among intermediate surfers.

Building better Learner boards

Over the past few years, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with local surf schools to develop and refine my Minimal Surfboard, taking into account the specific needs of learners and intermediate surfers. Through hands-on feedback and collaboration with instructors and students alike, we’ve fine-tuned the design to ensure it provides maximum stability, wave-catching ability, and ease of use. This tailored approach has led to the Minimal Surfboard becoming incredibly popular in the North East, where its versatility shines in the region’s unique wave conditions.

Minimal Surfboard Features

First up lets talk construction. I like to build learner surfboards with a thicker than standard fiberglass. Obviously you are going to fall and damage the board and your going to ride it into the beach. Therefore i build Learner boards with above standard thickness glass and fit Future fin boxes for strength.

The board features a nice single to double concave bottom with quite thick but shortboard like rails. It has a nice even foil throughout the board with even distribution of volume so that it glides in the surf. I deliberately did not overdo the volume on this board though as i find it can impede your progress.However you can custom order it with as much volume as you like.
Waves 2ft to 6ft

Surfer Beginner to intermediate

Sizes from 7ft to 8ft”

A 7ft6″ is 54ltrs and a 7ft10″ is 58ltrs a custom Minimal can be sized to your spec.

We always have Minimals in stock in our Surf Shop  SURF PUNK

Priced from £529.99 + Shipping   includes fins, leash  and some wax to get you started

07789764475 for more info.