SOFTLITE SURFBOARDS Hybrid Glider 6’8 Mini Mal

SOFTLITE SOFT SURFBOARDS HYBRID Glider 6’8- 2022 Model

The Glider is a new Model for 2022 and features Softlite’s new Hybrid Construction. 

Like name suggests, we’ve combined the favourable elements from both a Performance Fibreglass Boards & and Entry Level Softboard to create a selection of board that stays true to our core values of Quality, Performance and Safety. 

About the Glider

The Glider uses a Mini Mal Template. This shape is super popular as it is ideal for surfers of most levels. 

It features some extra width and thickness to bump up the volume and ensure it has plenty of paddle power.

The template is nice and straight, helping to easily generate down-the-line speed, while the rounded nose provides extra stability and ensure the board can plane nice and easily.

It’s got a relatively low, continuous rocker. This allows the board to glide at speed, while still allowing turns and helping to prevent nose-dives.

We’ve opted to use a Rounded Square tail to create the perfect mix of looseness, release and hold. We’ve made it a touch wider on this model, providing a bit of extra lift and acceleration from the smallest of waves.

We’ve also done our best to solve the #1 problem of softboards – the rails! The Hybrid Range features an updated version of our Parabolic Rolled Rail Technology.

These are then hand shaped, allowing softer rails near the nose tapering down to a sharp, harder edged rail at the tail. Similar to regular fibreglass surfboards, it allows if to be forgiving and not catch rails up front, but gives it a bit more bite making it easier to turn off the tail.

Similarly, to a stringer it also provides extra stiffness in the board, and generally helps to increase the durability of the board. 

This board features a Thruster Fin Set up using Futures Fin Boxes

As well as all the usual Softlite features, this series has a few to extra’s setting it apart from the rest.

Suggested lengths will depend on height, weight and skill levels. For more info on sizes, check out our Size Recommendations page.

Specs:
CORE: 100% Waterproof Moulded EPS Core
DECK: 10lb PE Deck
STRINGER: Double Reinforced Moulded Bamboo Stringer with Fibreglass Taping
SLICK: Mesh Infused Slick. This is technology derived from bodyboarding, who lead the way in using EPS / HDPE Slick combinations. The Reinforced mesh is infused into the Dura HD Slick. This provides a frame of strength, which not only improves stiffness but also recoil, so making it easier to pump from rail to rail with the right amount of tension.
RAILS: Rolled Parabolic PE Rails This is one of the biggest advancement in soft surfboards. Each board contains 4 crosslink rails. These rails are then hand shaped, allowing softer rails near the nose tapering down to a sharp, harder edged rail at the tail. Similar to a regular shortboard, it allows if to be forgiving and not catch rails up front, but more performance and easier to turn off the tail. Similarly, to a stringer it also provides extra stiffness in the board. Previously, these features could not be properly executed properly on soft surfboard.
TAIL: Rounded Square Tail
FINS: Future Fins Thruster Set up with Bones & Shanks Fin System
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: Edge Trim system, exoskeletal strength membrane, Comes with 3 pack of removable Fins and plug for attaching leash.

Dimensions
6’8″ X 22″ X 2 3/4″

Volume: 48L

Features

The boards are constructed using exclusive Softlite Moulds – This ensures that every board comes out identical with no imperfections. It also creates a harder shell of EPS foam on the outside making Softlite boards stiffer and more durable than competitors who use similar cores.

No screws on deck -No kicking your toes on screws, looks good and is easier to wax deck.

Bones and Shanks Fin System – Easy to install and remove fins. Compatible with other fin two tab systems, allowing you to change your fins to suit conditions or alter board performance

Bamboo Stringer System – This is re-enforced with fibreglass sheeting and epoxy resin to give the perfect amount of flex.

Colourways:
White Deck// White Slick
Black Deck// Black Slick

Here’s a clip of this board: