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About this board & size guideOverview, size guidance and full product details.
The Summer vibes Mini Mal Softboard is an easy-paddling cruiser for kids, beginners and relaxed surfers who want stability without feeling stuck on a slow learner board. It catches waves early, feels forgiving underfoot and keeps the session fun.
Ideal rider weight
- 6'6": 50-70 kg
- 7'0": 55-75 kg
- 8'0": 65-85 kg
Size up if you’re between sizes.
The 6'6" suits groms and lighter riders moving past their first board. The 7'0" suits lighter adults, teens and anyone progressing past their first board. The 8'0" has the extra float and stability that most adult beginners want. Whichever size you pick you get a soft deck, a stiff hybrid core with laminated wood stringers, and fins included with FCS Compatible boxes for an easy upgrade later.
Board Specs
- Sizes: 6'6", 7'0" and 8'0"
- Colour: Sky Blue / White
- Colour story: Blue & Berry
- Soft, grippy deck that is kind on knees and ribs
- Hybrid composite core with laminated wood stringers for stiffness and pop
- Reinforced coextruded deck skin that resists dings and pressure dents
- Fins included, with FCS Compatible fin boxes so you can upgrade to Summer vibes premium fins
Summer vibes softboards are built for premium performance: rigid enough to rip on a proper wave, yet soft enough to be safe and fun in the whitewash. They are made by the same production partners used by leading softboard brands.
Ideal For
- Adult and teen beginners
- Family boards shared between riders
- Small to medium beach-break waves
- Progressing to a fish or hard board later
More info
Is this a good beginner board? Yes. Summer vibes softboards are built for beginners and families: soft deck, plenty of float, fins included and a stiff core so it still surfs well once you progress.
Which fins fit? Fins are included. The boxes are FCS Compatible (dual-tab), so any Summer vibes premium dual-tab fin set drops straight in.
Does a leash come with it? A leash is sold separately. Add a leash, cover and fins on this page to unlock the setup deal.
Comparing brands? See how our softboards stack up.
How this board ridesWho it suits, conditions and how it feels.
Is this softboard right for you?
A quick guide to rider level, wave type and how this softboard should feel in the water.
A forgiving softboard for building confidence and catching more waves.
Stable, practical and made to keep the learning curve fun.
Best when you want simple paddling, easy takeoffs and plenty of repetition.
Softboard construction keeps it friendly while the shape does the practical work.
Construction & fin systemMaterials, construction and fin system.
Board construction
Built from the inside out
Soft outside, strong inside. Everyday fun surfing.
- Reinforced IXPE deck
- A soft deck and forgiving rails for comfortable everyday surfing.
- Composite EPS foam core
- Two laminated wood stringers reinforce the lightweight core.
- HDPE slick bottom
- A smooth, durable bottom for glide.
Fin system: FCS2 compatible fin system (rear screw required).
Why shop with Summer vibes?Practical advice, local knowledge and delivery care.
We are an Aussie-owned, surfer-run store pairing practical boards with honest advice, careful delivery and real help before and after you buy.

