The Tahe 7'0 Egg Surfboard is one of those boards that makes a lot of sense for UK surfers who want something easier than a performance shortboard, but livelier and more responsive than a bigger beginner shape. It sits neatly in the Tahe range as the board for surfers who are starting to progress beyond simply catching waves and trimming straight. You still get the easy paddling, forgiving feel and durable construction Tahe are known for, but in a shape that feels noticeably more compact under your feet once you start turning and linking sections. If you have been looking at the bigger Tahe shapes and wondering when to step down, this is the answer. The 7'9 Malibu and 7'3 Mini Mal are the easier, higher-wave-count options. The 7'0 Egg is the choice for surfers who still want plenty of user-friendliness, but want a board that feels quicker from rail to rail and less cumbersome in everyday surf. Why choose the Tahe 7'0 Egg Surfboard? Easier wave-catching than a shortboard thanks to the fuller outline, lower rocker and user-friendly shape. More manoeuvrable than a Mini Mal or Malibu for surfers ready to start turning with more intent. Durable DURA-TEC construction makes it a smart choice for beach breaks, family use and surfers who want a board that can handle regular knocks. Great progression shape for novice to intermediate surfers who want to keep improving without jumping to something too technical too soon. Session-ready package with a thruster fin set included, so there is less to buy separately. Where it sits in the Tahe range The 7'0 Egg is the more responsive step-down option in the Tahe surfboard family. If your main goal is catching the maximum number of waves with the easiest possible learning curve, the Tahe 7'9 Malibu or Tahe 7'3 Mini Mal Surfboard are usually the better fit. If you are already getting to your feet consistently, starting to trim down the line and want a board that feels a bit more compact and more willing to change direction, the Egg is the better next move. If you want more glide and a more classic longboard-inspired feel, the Tahe 7'6 Mini Longboard Surfboard is the natural alternative. Specifications Length: 7'0" / 214 cm Width: 22" / 56 cm Thickness: 2.9" / 7.3 cm Volume: 51 litres Weight: 12.8 lbs / 5.8 kg Recommended rider weight: up to 176.4 lbs / 80 kg Rider ability: Beginner to intermediate Best conditions: Knee to head-high waves Construction: DURA-TEC Package includes Tahe 7'0 Egg Surfboard 3 x FCS M-5 Thruster Fins Built-in nose guard Helpful reading & buying advice Tahe Surfboards UK Guide: Malibu, Mini Mal, Egg & Mini Longboard Shop all surfboards at The SUP Company Browse surf accessories Explore the range Tahe 7'9 Malibu – the easiest wave-catching option in the range Tahe 7'3 Mini Mal Surfboard – a brilliant all-round progression board Tahe 7'6 Mini Longboard Surfboard – more glide and a more classic longboard feel Is the Tahe 7'0 Egg good for beginners? Yes, for the right beginner. It is still very user-friendly, but it suits someone who wants a more compact board than a Malibu or Mini Mal. If your priority is the easiest possible learning curve and maximum wave count, one of the bigger Tahe shapes will usually be the safer choice. Who should choose the Egg over the Mini Mal or Malibu? Choose the Egg if you are already catching waves and want a board that feels more responsive and easier to turn. Choose the Mini Mal or Malibu if you want more glide, more stability and the easiest route into surfing. What sort of waves does it suit? The Tahe 7'0 Egg works well in anything from knee-high up to head-high surf. It is a strong match for everyday UK beach-break conditions where you want a board that paddles easily but still feels fun once you are on the wave. Does it come with fins? Yes. The board comes with a 3-fin thruster setup, so you have what you need to get on the water without buying a fin set separately. Why do people like Tahe surfboards so much? Because they are practical, durable and easy to live with. Tahe boards are designed to help people surf more often with less fuss, which is exactly why they have stayed popular for so long.
