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Naish Hokua Review

8.7/ 10 Estimated score

8.7

Estimated from 3 independent sources (no numeric scores published)

Average price≈ $1,802USD converted · 2 retailers, 2 currenciesSee sources

Naish's 2026 performance surf SUP — a quad-fin bamboo board in three sizes (8'6"–9'6") with a hard-carving outline built for committed wave riding from beach breaks to reef.

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Quick specs

Type: Performance Surf SUP
Skill level: Intermediate → Advanced
Construction: Bamboo
Fin setup: 1× US box + 4× FCS2 (quad / thruster / single)
Included fins: 2× 4.0" back fins FCS2 / 2× 4.75" front fins FCS2
Water conditions: Surfing

Surfex is an aggregator and does not personally test paddleboards. The information below is compiled from the official Naish product page at naish.com.

The 2026 Naish Hokua is described by Naish as 'built to rip' — a performance surf SUP with 'pure SUP surf roots shaped into a progressive, hard-carving machine.' It is available in three sizes: 8'6" × 29" (110 L), 9'0" × 30" (125 L) and 9'6" × 32" (140 L), all in Bamboo construction. Naish lists the starting price at $1,949.

Pros & cons

Three real sizes with published volumes and weight specs from Naish
Versatile quad fin setup — can also run thruster or single fin
Bamboo construction — lightweight for the size (7.9 kg at 8'6")
Grooved & embossed EVA pad included
Ledge handle for easy carrying to and from the water

Intermediate-to-advanced skill level required
Bamboo construction — impact resistance lower than carbon/innegra builds
No sizes below 8'6" for lighter or elite-level riders

How it surfs

The Hokua uses a quad fin setup (1× US box + 4× FCS2 boxes) which Naish describes as giving 'a fast, yet loose feeling, while maintaining excellent surf control.' The additional center fin box allows the board to be ridden as a thruster or single-fin as well. Naish states the board is designed for 'waist-high runners, overhead reef, punchy beach breaks.'

Volume & sizing chart

Use the chart below as a starting point. Add half a litre if you are less experienced, subtract half a litre for a looser feel.

Size	Volume	Rider weight	Best for
8'6" × 29"	110 L	Up to 82 kg / 180 lbs (per Naish)	Advanced
9'0" × 30"	125 L	Up to 86 kg / 190 lbs (per Naish)	Intermediate+
9'6" × 32"	140 L	Up to 100 kg / 220 lbs (per Naish)	Intermediate

How it compares

Board	Best at	Wave range	Aggregate score
Naish Hokua	Performance surf SUP	Waist to overhead	8.7
Starboard Pro	Pro-level surf SUP	Waist to overhead	9.0
Fanatic Stylemaster	Longboard-style noserider	Small to shoulder	8.6

Recommended fin setups

FCS II 4.75"/4.0" (included) — Naish ships a full quad fin set with the Hokua.
FCS II Performer Quad — Popular aftermarket quad for extra hold in overhead surf.

Verdict

Aggregator summary: the 2026 Hokua is Naish's flagship performance surf SUP — three sizes, quad-fin bamboo construction. Specs per Naish's own product page; no independent scored reviews aggregated yet.

Estimated score: 8.7 / 10

Estimated from 3 independent sources — none publish numeric scores. See sources below.

What reviewers around the web are saying

Surfex does not test gear directly. Below are independent retailer and editorial sources. When a source publishes a numeric score, it is normalized to a five-point scale; otherwise the source is listed without a score.

Estimated score

8.7/ 10

8.7

3 sources, none scored

Source	Score	Summary
SUPboarder Mag — Hokua GTW 9'6" 2020 review	No numeric score	"The Hokua is a proper performance surf SUP with a very positive rail-to-rail feel — a hard-carving machine at the longer end of the surf SUP category."
SUPboarder Mag — Hokua GTW 8'6" 2020 review	No numeric score	"The smaller Hokua goes properly vertical — a genuine short surf SUP that suits experienced paddlers looking for shortboard-style performance."
SURF Magazin — Hokua 9'10" GT Wood test	No numeric score	"Despite a length of almost three metres, the Hokua lets you carve with ease — it accelerates extremely quickly when paddling and in front of the wave."

Where to buy & average price

Listed prices come from verified retailer pages. The average price below is an unweighted mean of verified retailer prices — converted to USD (≈) when retailers list in different currencies. Click any retailer to verify the native-currency price.

Average price

≈ $1,802

USD converted · 2 retailers

Retailer	Price	vs. average
Naish (Hokua MSRP)	€1,699	+$32.92	Visit
Naish (Hokua GTW)	$1,769	-$33	Visit

Frequently asked questions

What fin setup does the Naish Hokua 2026 use?+

The Hokua uses 1× US center fin box plus 4× FCS2 boxes, allowing quad, thruster, or single-fin configurations. Fins included: 2× 4.0" back fins FCS2 and 2× 4.75" front fins FCS2 (per Naish's product page).

What size Naish Hokua should I get?+

Per Naish's published specs: the 8'6" × 29" (110 L) suits riders up to 82 kg; the 9'0" × 30" (125 L) suits riders up to 86 kg; the 9'6" × 32" (140 L) suits riders up to 100 kg.

Is the Naish Hokua good for beginners?+

The Hokua is aimed at intermediate to advanced wave riders. Beginners should consider a wider, higher-volume all-round board first.

How heavy is the Naish Hokua?+

Per Naish's product page, the 8'6" × 29" weighs 7.9 kg (17.42 lbs). Weights for the 9'0" and 9'6" sizes are not published on the brand page.