SOFTLITE SOFT SURFBOARDS KOOLITE 8'6" MALIBU

Softlite Koolite – The Ultimate Soft Top Mini Mal for Learning to Surf!

The Koolite uses a classic mal shape, but we've given it a few tweaks to make it the easiest board possible to learn to surf on!

Shape-wise, it features a slightly wider tail, which greatly aids stability, particularly in smaller waves. We've also given it a bit of extra width and thickness to increase overall volume, ensuring it paddles fast (helps you get into waves easier) and is nice and stable once up and riding

Construction-wise, it utilizes our traditional Softboard Construction Style, which is soft, safe, durable & generally perfect for learning on. This consists of an EPS Core, strengthened with wood stringers, which are then encapsulated by a soft IXLPE Deck & rigid HD Slick.

Just to make your life that little bit easier, we've also included a Carry Handle to make transportation of you board a breeze too.

2026 Update - New Single Tab Fin System. Glassed in under slick for extra strength and no visible deck screws!

FEATURES:
CORE: 100% Waterproof Moulded EPS Core
DECK: 8lb PE  Deck
STRINGER:Double Moulded Stringer System – Reinforced with fibreglass sheeting and epoxy resin for optimal flex and strength.
SLICK:Xtra Duralinx
TAIL: Rolled Squash
FINS: Single Tab  Fin System – Thruster setup with easy-install fins. Compatible with other single tab systems for customizable performance.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: Carry Handle – We've tried to make surfing easy, but there's no point if you cant get to and from the water easily too.
EPO Layer – A bonding layer between the Core & Deck / Slick which helps to prevent bubbles and delamination, while also improving impact absorption and minimizing pressure dents.
No Screws on Deck – A clean, seamless look with no risk of toe stubs. Plus, easier waxing!
Futures Fin system, exoskeletal strength membrane, Comes with 3 pack of Soft Futures Fins and plug for attaching leash. Carry Handle.

The Koolite is the ultimate beginner board, and is perfect for the early stages of learning to surf.  It uses a similar template to our Chop Stick Range, but the main difference is that we've given the Koolite some extra thickness to bump up the volume.

This basically means it has a lot more float making it even more super stable, and easier to paddle. This will help you stand up in even the smallest and weakest of waves. 

We wouldn't really recommend this board for advanced surfer or good quality waves, but we did test it out in some just in case.. (see clip below)

Here's a movie of the Koolite