{"product_id":"tahe-6-6-paint-maxi-shortboard-surfboard","title":"Tahe 6'6 Paint Maxi Shortboard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTahe 6'6 Paint Maxi Shortboard\u003c\/strong\u003e is a really smart option for lighter riders who want a surfboard that feels more compact and more responsive than a Mini Mal or Malibu, but without stepping straight into a tiny, twitchy performance shape. It gives you that shorter-board feel with a much more forgiving setup, making it a strong choice for younger surfers, lighter adults, or anyone progressing out of a bigger learner board and wanting something more lively underfoot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a soft-top board, but it is not just a basic foamie. Tahe have built the Paint range around a shaped EPS core, fibreglass reinforcement and dual stringers, then wrapped it in a soft deck, rail and bottom finish. The result is a board that feels durable, comfortable and confidence-inspiring, while still giving you the glide and support you need to catch waves early and start turning with more intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Sits in the Tahe Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the Tahe surfboard line-up, the 6'6 Paint Maxi Shortboard sits in a really useful middle ground. It is more agile and more shortboard-like than the bigger, easier paddling shapes such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/tahe-7-ft-9-malibu\"\u003eTahe 7'9 Malibu\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/tahe-7-ft-3-mini-mal-surfboard\"\u003eTahe 7'3 Mini Mal\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/tahe-7-ft-egg-surfboard\"\u003eTahe 7'0 Egg\u003c\/a\u003e, but it is still more accessible than going right down to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/tahe-5ft6-paint-mini-shortboard\"\u003eTahe 5'6 Paint Mini Shortboard\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are a lighter rider and want a board that helps you progress into proper shortboard-style surfing without making life unnecessarily hard, this is the kind of board that keeps sessions fun rather than frustrating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Tahe 6'6 Paint Maxi Shortboard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFriendly for progression\u003c\/strong\u003e – easier to paddle and easier to catch waves than a more advanced shortboard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact, lively feel\u003c\/strong\u003e – shorter length makes it feel more manoeuvrable and less cumbersome than a bigger learner board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood choice for lighter riders\u003c\/strong\u003e – the size and volume suit smaller surfers better than oversized beginner boards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft construction where it matters\u003c\/strong\u003e – comfortable, confidence-building and more forgiving in the knocks and bumps that come with learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore capable than a cheap foamie\u003c\/strong\u003e – shaped EPS core, fibreglass reinforcement and dual stringers help the board feel more solid on the wave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast route to better surfing\u003c\/strong\u003e – ideal when you are ready to move beyond simply standing up and want to start trimming, turning and linking sections more smoothly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6'6\" \/ 200 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21.25\" \/ 54 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.38\" \/ 8.6 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.6 lbs \/ 4.8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Rider Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 130 lbs \/ 60 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShortboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Tahe 6'6 Paint Maxi Shortboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 x \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/tahe-soft-top-surfboard-fin\"\u003eTahe Soft Top Surfboard Fins\u003c\/a\u003e with screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore the Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are comparing where this board sits, these are the most useful step-up or step-down options in the Tahe family:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/tahe-5ft6-paint-mini-shortboard\"\u003eTahe 5'6 Paint Mini Shortboard\u003c\/a\u003e – smaller and better suited to very lightweight riders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/tahe-7-ft-egg-surfboard\"\u003eTahe 7'0 Egg\u003c\/a\u003e – a friendlier step for riders wanting more wave count and easier paddling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/tahe-7-ft-3-mini-mal-surfboard\"\u003eTahe 7'3 Mini Mal\u003c\/a\u003e – a great progression board if you want even more stability and glide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/tahe-7-ft-9-malibu\"\u003eTahe 7'9 Malibu\u003c\/a\u003e – the easiest option here for maximum stability and easiest learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHelpful Reading \u0026amp; Buying Advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a broader look at how the Tahe surfboard range fits together, read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/blogs\/news\/tahe-surfboards-uk-guide-malibu-mini-mal-egg-amp-mini-longboard\"\u003eTahe Surfboards UK Guide\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/surfboards\"\u003eSurfboards collection\u003c\/a\u003e if you want to compare this board against other Tahe, SIC, Starboard and Infinity options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are not completely sure whether this is the right size, send us your height, weight, current level and the sort of waves you normally surf. We will happily point you towards the most sensible option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is the Tahe 6'6 Paint Maxi Shortboard best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis board is best for lighter riders who want an easy, forgiving route into shortboard-style surfing. It suits younger surfers, smaller adults, or anyone stepping down from a bigger learner board and wanting something more agile without making paddling and take-offs too difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good first surfboard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the right rider weight, yes. If you are lighter and want to learn on a board that still feels compact and fun, it is a very good option. If you are heavier or want the easiest possible learning curve, a bigger board such as the Tahe Egg, Mini Mal or Malibu will usually get you into more waves more quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare with the Tahe 5'6 Paint Mini Shortboard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 6'6 Maxi is the more forgiving choice. It has more length, more volume and a bit more support, so it will suit a wider range of lighter riders. The 5'6 Mini is better kept for very lightweight surfers or those who specifically want the smallest option in the Paint range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I weigh more than 60kg?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may still be able to ride it depending on your ability, fitness and the conditions, but as a general buying recommendation we would point heavier riders towards something with a bit more length and volume. That usually means an Egg, Mini Mal or Malibu for easier paddling, easier take-offs and more overall enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same board as the older BIC model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Tahe 6'6 Paint Maxi Shortboard was formerly known as the BIC 6'0 Maxi Shortboard Paint, so if you are comparing older listings or reviews, that is the legacy name to look for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tahe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52914423005517,"sku":null,"price":187.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/8381\/8829\/files\/tahe-6ft6-paint-maxi-shortboard-p6695-24258_image.jpg?v=1764949245","url":"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/tahe-6-6-paint-maxi-shortboard-surfboard","provider":"The SUP Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}