DOLCE MINIMAL 7'0 - MINI MAL
Our best-seller for headache-free progress
The Minimal 7'0 is our best-seller in the Dolce range. And for good reason: it's the perfect sweet spot for 80% of adult intermediate surfers between 50 and 80kg. Shaped by Johnny Cabianca, this 55.12L mini-mal combines stability, manoeuvrability and performance. EVA Epoxy construction with wood stringers: the solidity of a softboard that competes with hard boards like Torq or NSP.
The 7'0 format offers ideal balance. Enough volume to catch waves easily. Short enough to start carving real curves. The square tail gives you control and boost through the turns. At 22 inches wide, the Minimal 7'0 remains stable without being a liner.
The 2+1 setup (central fin + 2 stabilizers) combines the drive and glide of a single fin with the control of stabilizers. Unlike a thruster or quad, which favors short, nervous turns, the 2+1 favors fluid trajectories and style. The Minimal 7'0 is the board to progress on while having fun, with no headaches.
Why choose a Mini Mal?
The Mini Mal is the ultimate progression format. Shorter than a longboard (and therefore easier to handle), but with enough volume to remain tolerant. The mini-mal lets you learn the real basics of surfing: wave placement, take-off, bottom turn, top turn.
The square tail offers more surface area than rounded tails, providing stability and control. It's the ideal tail for learning to surf cleanly, draw lines and manage speed. The mini-mal forgives placement errors while giving you enough feedback to progress.
Unlike a longboard (more stable but less maneuverable) or a shortboard (more responsive but less forgiving), the mini-mal is the perfect compromise for most improving surfers. It's the board you keep for years, the one that makes you progress session after session.
Technical specifications
Dimensions
- Length: 7'0 (213 cm)
- Width: 22" (56 cm)
- Thickness: 3" (7.6 cm)
- Volume: 55.12L
Construction
- Non-slip EVA deck
- Epoxy EVA construction: high-density EPS foam + epoxy resin
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2 woodenstringers for rigidity and controlled flex
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EVA-reinforced rails for strength
- 4oz + 6ozfiberglass
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HDPE slick bottom for glide and protection
Setup
- Shape : Mini Mal
- Tail: Square tail
- Fin configuration : 2+1
- Centerboard: US Box system
- 2 stabilizers: Futuresboxes
Who's it for?
The Minimal 7'0 is designed for beginners with experience to advanced intermediates (level 1.3 to 2.2). It's the natural progression after a Progress. If you've mastered the take-off, are starting to turn, and want a board to keep progressing, the Minimal 7'0 is for you. Ideal size for 50-80kg.
Ideal conditions
- Waves from 50cm to 1.50m (knee to shoulder)
- Can handle bigger waves (up to rider size)
- Super fun in soft waves
- Beach breaks and point breaks
Recommended level
Beginner with experience to Advanced Intermediate (level 1.3 to 2.2)
The Minimal 7'0 is the board that lets you progress without getting discouraged. The perfect sweet spot for 80% of intermediate surfers. A board you'll keep for years.
Dolce range comparison
| Model |
Shape |
Dimensions |
Volume |
Level |
Accessibility |
Versatility |
Conditions |
| Pill 6'6 |
Egg |
6'6 x 22 3/8" x 3" (3" x 3") |
52.36L |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
50cm-1.50m |
| Minimal 7'0 |
Mini Mal |
7'0 x 22" x 3" |
55.12L |
⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
50cm-1.50m |
| Minimal 7'6 |
Mini Mal |
7'6 x 22" x 3 |
59.12L |
⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
50cm-1.50m |
| Minimal 7'10 |
Mini Mal |
7'10 x 22 1/2" x 3" x 3 |
63.70L |
⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
50cm-1.50m |
| Longboard 9'0 |
Longboard |
9'0 x 23" x 3" Longboard |
74.55L |
⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
50cm-1.50m |
| Longboard 9'4 |
Longboard |
9'4 x 23" x 3 1/2" Longboard |
90.24L |
⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
50cm-1.50m |
DOLCE RANGE
Shapes Cabianca, EVA Epoxy construction
The Dolce range is the result of a collaboration between Zeus and Johnny Cabianca, Gabriel Medina's board shaper. Six models designed to compete with hard boards (Torq, NSP, etc.) while retaining the solidity and safety of EVA construction. Easy-to-use, high-performance boards for improving surfers.
A versatile Egg (Pill 6'6), three evolutionary mini-mals (Minimal 7'0, 7'6, 7'10), and two accessible longboards (9'0 and 9'4). All models share the same Epoxy EVA construction with 2 wood stringers, reinforced rails, and 4oz + 6oz fiberglass. 2+1 setup (thin central + stabilizers) for drive, glide and style.
The Dolce range targets surfers from level 1.3 to 3.1 (beginner with experience to advanced). It's the natural progression after the Progress range (level 1.1-1.2, total beginner) and the Classic range (level 2.1-2.2, intermediate). Dolce is when you really start surfing, drawing lines and developing your style.
