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8.0 Beginner Board

8.0 Beginner Board

$10.00 AUD

This 8’0 softboard is the perfect choice for complete beginners who want maximum stability, float, and confidence from the very first wave. With its large size and high volume, it gives you effortless paddling, easy take-offs, and the most stable ride you can get on a surfboard.

It’s the ideal board for learning balance, practicing your pop-up, and catching lots of waves without stress. Smooth, safe, and super forgiving — exactly what a first board should feel like.

Includes: fins + leash.

 

Pros

  • Extremely stable — perfect for first-time surfers
  • High volume makes paddling and standing up much easier
  • Soft deck = safest option for wipeouts
  • Ideal for learning fundamentals and catching many waves
  • Comes ready to surf (fins + leash included)

 

Cons❌

  • Not suitable for big or steep waves
  • Heavy and bulky to carry
  • Limited maneuverability (not for turns or performance surfing)
  • Outgrown quickly once you reach intermediate level 

 

Who It’s For

🟩 Complete beginners

🌊 Surfers learning paddling, balance, and take-offs

🏄‍♂️ Anyone wanting the easiest, safest board to start surfing

🚶‍♂️ Lighter or heavier beginners — supports all sizes

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Black Friday Offer 🎉

  • Use code BLACKFRIDAY25 at checkout.
  • Valid only for 21-day rentals.
  • When you select a 21-day rental, you automatically get 50% OFF.

Limited-time offer. Discount applies at checkout.

Pickup Location 📍

Address: 26 Old Burleigh Road, Surfers Paradise

Pickup time: 8:00 AM on the first day of your rental.

Pickup available at Salty Souls

Usually ready in 1 hour

8.0 Beginner Board

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Salty Souls

Pickup available, usually ready in 1 hour

26 Old Burleigh Road
Paros on the beach ( meet at beach side)
Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Australia

+61450813541

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum age to rent a surfboard?

All customers must be at least 18 years old to rent surfboards from Salty Souls. Minors are not permitted to rent under any circumstances.

What happens if I damage or lose a surfboard?

Customers are fully responsiblefor any damage, loss, or theft of rented surfboards. You will be charged for repair or replacement costs. Please handle all equipment carefully.

Where do we meet?

We meet right in front of the Paros on the Beach sign, on the beach walkway — just a few steps from the sand! Look for the surfboards and friendly smiles!

Can I cancel my booking or get a refund?

Yes. Cancellations made at least 48 hours before the booking are eligible for a full refund, processed within 48 hours. Cancellations less than 48 hours before the booking are non-refundable. No refunds are given for missed bookings or weather-related interruptions.

What if the waves or the weather are bad?

Safety comes first. If conditions aren’t right, we’ll reschedule your lesson for another time — no stress and no extra charge.