So far I am loving it. It’s light and small enough to fit into my VW ID 4 sedan. I have been using it primarily to get fit with paddle strength in preparation for longer surf trip.
Sale price$645.00
The #1 beginner surfboard. Catch waves easily, progress faster, have more fun. With 78 liters of volume, the DOHO paddles fast and makes catching waves simple, then stays in your quiver as the small-wave board you keep reaching for.
Riders up to 265lbWaves 1-5 ft
Colorway: Del Mar
- Free U.S. shipping as listed
- Free fins with purchase as listed
- Wax-free deck
Marko Blanks foam insideMarko Foam · est. 1961Who it's for
For the board you keep.
Most beginner boards get outgrown. The DOHO doesn't, because the shape has more in it than a learner needs on day one.
- Catches everything78 liters of volume means easy paddling and early catches, whitewater or green.
- Turns better than it shouldShaped rails and a 2+1 Futures setup reward improving feet.
- Stays in the rotationSmall days, loaner sessions, travel board. Never the garage.
“Old guy learning how to surf here. Was able to catch 4 waves in nyc's summer season with my very limited ability. Definitely made it fun for me.”
4.7
The technology
Foam that rides hard and lives long.
Closed-cell coreSolid molded foam that will not absorb water if it gets dinged.
Hand-finished railsA real rail profile, shaped like a hardboard.
Marko Blanks insideFoam from the Marko family, making surf blanks since 1961.
No wax neededThe molded deck texture grips when wet. Nothing to scrape or reapply.
- Closed-cell coreSolid molded foam that will not absorb water if it gets dinged.
- Hand-finished railsA real rail profile, shaped like a hardboard.
- Marko Blanks insideFoam from the Marko family, making surf blanks since 1961.
- No wax neededThe molded deck texture grips when wet. Nothing to scrape or reapply.
Futures Fin System · runs a Futures 2+12+1 Futures: F6 twin set + 9" center fin included.
Done riding it? The Board Recycling Loyalty Program takes old Formula Fun boards back. See the program page for current terms.Recycling program
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The details
Everything else you'd ask.
Construction
- Solid molded foam core. Copolymer foam that is waterproof and will not absorb water if it gets dinged.
- Molded stringer system. Supports the shape and flex pattern of the board.
- Textured wax-free deck. The molded deck texture grips when wet. No surf wax needed.
- Hand-finished rails. A real rail profile, not a molded toy.
Fin setup — Futures inside
2+1 Futures: F6 twin set + 9" center fin included.
Shipping, returns and recycling
Shipping offers and rates shown on the listing are confirmed at checkout. Returns follow the return policy.
Done riding it? See the Board Recycling Loyalty Program for current terms.
Quick answers
Asked before you have to.
Is this board good for total beginners?
Yes! The 8'0" DOHO is our #1 recommendation for learning. It has plenty of volume (78L) to make paddling easy and is stable enough to help you pop up with confidence.
Do I really not need wax?
Correct. The deck has a custom molded texture that provides excellent grip when wet. Say goodbye to messy wax melting in your car.
How durable is it compared to fiberglass?
Significantly more durable. While no board is indestructible, our high-density foam takes impacts, dings, and tumbles that would shatter a traditional fiberglass board.
Price
$645.00
$375.00
$749.99
Volume
78L
41L
101L
Rider weight
265lb
200lb
280lb
Wave range
1-5 ft
Knee-high to overhead
1-4 ft
Fin setup
2+1 Futures: F6 twin set + 9" center fin included.
Thruster (three-fin) setup. Fins included.
2+1 setup: 9" performance center fin + 2 SB1 side bites, included.
Board weight
14lb
8lb
20lb
Verified reviews
What riders say.
4.7
Heavier than I expected
I’ve been really happy with my 8' Formula Fun. It feels sturdy and well made, and I like that the foam is at least less environmentally harmful than a lot of traditional surfboard foams. Compared with my Catch Surf, it feels narrower and...
Occasional surfer that’s ridden mostly longboard. Got the 7’10 to help transition to shorter board and transport on plane. Takes some used to getting up vs 9’6 san O, but still floats and paddles well.
Love this board.
Down here in southern FLA waiting for the wind to switch to drop in...board looks good shipping no problem and no charge!! Mutcho Gusto
New surfer and I’m really loving my new board! The color is awesome and so is the non slip top. Made well and so much fun out in the waves.
I love it. Cowabunga!
Great all around experience! I wish the waves were as cooperative on my first time out.
Best foam board ever made. I love it and have been surfing for 35 years, more importantly my 14 yr old nephew and my 21yr old daughter both got up on there first waves and completely fell in love with surfing. Thanks so much highly recom...
Easy to catch waves in the Florida surf. Lightweight make it easy to carry especially for the older surfer
love the no wax surface. but it feels a bit slow when I paddle. I may just need to adjust to it a bit more.
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