HONO Mini Long – Maneuverable & Versatile Malibu
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Description
Mini Long HONO – Maneuverable & Versatile Malibu
The Mini Long HONO – Maneuverable & Versatile Malibu is a surfboard designed as the perfect compromise between a classic longboard and a more compact modern Malibu. It allows you to rediscover the feel of a longboard while gaining in maneuverability, accessibility, and everyday versatility.
A versatile and stable Malibu board
This versatile and stable Malibu board offers excellent buoyancy and natural balance, ideal for early paddling and enjoying a smooth ride in all conditions. Its generous volume ensures easy wave catching while remaining comfortable underfoot.
A wide nose with concavity for noseriding
The wide nose with concavity for noseriding generates lift at the front and makes noserides easy, even in less powerful waves. The board remains stable and forgiving, perfect for developing a fluid and stylish surfing style.
Moderate rocker for easy glide
The moderate rocker for easy glide makes the board very versatile: it paddles early, naturally maintains speed, and adapts well to small, soft waves as well as more consistent conditions.
Maneuverability and control thanks to the tail shape
Maneuverability and control thanks to the tail shape are ensured by a Vee, a kick (rocker), and a thruster fin setup. Despite its size and volume, the board remains responsive, easy to turn, and allows for active surfing without a feeling of inertia.
Mini Long HONO Dimensions
The standard Mini Long HONO dimensions are: 8’0 x 21 1/2’’ x 2 3/4’’ for a volume of 57 liters, offering an excellent balance between stability, easy paddling, and maneuverability.
Recommended custom dimensions
The recommended custom dimensions for the Mini Long HONO are between 7’10 and 8’4 in length, with a width between 21’’ and 22 1/2’’. These adjustments allow the board to be perfectly adapted to your body type, skill level, and surfing style.
Why choose the Mini Long HONO?
The Mini Long HONO is ideal for surfers who want to rediscover the feel of a longboard in a shorter, more playful, and more maneuverable format. It allows for progress, enjoyment in all conditions, and surfing with fluidity and style.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about the Mini Long HONO
What is a Malibu surfboard?
A Malibu board (or mini Malibu) is an intermediate surfboard between a longboard and a shortboard, generally between 7’0 and 8’6. It offers more stability and easier paddling than a shortboard, while remaining more maneuverable and compact than a longboard.
Who is the Mini Long HONO for?
The Mini Long HONO is suitable for progressing surfers as well as intermediate and advanced levels looking for an easy, stable, and evolving board.
In what conditions is this board ideal?
It performs perfectly in a wide variety of conditions, from small, soft waves to cleaner and more consistent waves, thanks to its versatility and ease of paddling.
Can you noseride with this board?
Yes, its wide nose with concavity generates enough lift for accessible and stable noserides.
What size should I choose for the Mini Long HONO?
The size depends on your level and body type: the standard 8’0 version offers maximum stability, while custom sizes between 7’10 and 8’4 allow you to adjust maneuverability and volume according to your surfing style.
HONO surfboards are made in France on demand by shaper TOOLS and are to be collected from his workshop located in Les Sables d'Olonnes.
Manufacturing lead time after order: 45 days.
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