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Naish Maliko Review

8.9/ 10 Estimated score

8.9

Estimated from 4 independent sources (no numeric scores published)

Average price≈ $2,132USD converted · 3 retailers, 2 currenciesSee sources

Naish's 14'0" race and all-water SUP — a Full Biax Carbon hull with a pintail, raised nose rocker and sharp tail rails, proven across M2O, downwind and sprint racing.

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Quick specs

Type: Race / All-Water SUP
Skill level: Experienced racer → Elite
Length: 14'0" (426.7 cm)
Widths: 23" (58.4 cm) / 26"
Thickness: 7.5" / 19.1 cm (23" model)
Volume: 242 L (23" model) / 273 L (26" model)

Surfex is an aggregator and does not personally test paddleboards. The information below is compiled from retailer and brand product pages.

The Naish Maliko is a 14'0" composite race SUP described by Naish as both a downwind specialist and an all-water race board. It is available in 23" and 26" widths. According to Naish's product description, the raised nose rocker and added nose volume widen the sweet spot for trimming on a glide and create a smooth entry when connecting bumps on open-water runs.

Pros & cons

Full Biax Carbon construction — lightweight and stiff
Raised nose rocker with increased nose volume for open-ocean bump-catching
Sharp pintail rails for clean release and top-end speed
Proven race pedigree: M2O, sprint, and downwind victories on the Maliko shape
MFC Race Fin 24 included

Narrow platform — requires significant paddle experience
Dedicated race hull — not suitable for casual touring or beginners
Current composite Maliko availability limited; check dealers for in-stock models

How it surfs

Construction is Full Biax Carbon deck and bottom with a wood sandwich reinforcement in the stance area and a matte finish throughout. The pintail and sharp rail edges through the tail are designed for clean release at top speed and control when steering. Naish cites race victories for Casper Steinfath in sprints, the M2O World Championships, and downwind events on the Maliko shape.

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
14'0" × 23"	242 L	Up to 86 kg / 190 lbs (per Naish)	Experienced racer
14'0" × 26"	~273 L	Heavier / progression racers	Progression racer

How it compares

Board	Best at	Wave range	Aggregate score
Naish Maliko	Downwind + all-water race	Downwind + sprint	8.9
Starboard Sprint	Flatwater race specialist	Flatwater sprint + ultra-distance	9.0
Fanatic Falcon	Flatwater / downwind race	Flatwater + open ocean	8.8

Recommended fin setups

MFC Race Fin 24 (included) — Naish ships this race fin with the Maliko — standard flatwater / downwind template.
Black Project weed fin — Alternative for weedy coastal launches.

Verdict

Aggregator summary: the Maliko is Naish's flagship race SUP with proven M2O / sprint pedigree. Specs and race record per Naish and dealer listings; no independent scored reviews aggregated yet.

Estimated score: 8.9 / 10

Estimated from 4 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

8.9/ 10

8.9

4 sources, none scored

Source	Score	Summary
SUPboarder Mag — Maliko 14' 2019 review	No numeric score	"Naish have built a race board that genuinely covers all water — flatwater sprints, chop, downwind runs, ocean racing. The 2019 Maliko is a serious all-water race weapon."
SUPboarder Mag — Maliko 2017 Carbon Elite review	No numeric score	"The Maliko Carbon Elite is one of the fastest, stiffest all-round race boards on the market — a downwind specialist that doubles as a flatwater weapon."
SURF Magazin — Maliko 14'0" x 27.0" iSUP test	No numeric score	"Stable sprinter — narrow, stiff, fast and suitable for any body of water. Race iSUPs don't come much stiffer than this."
SUPboarder Mag — Glide vs Maliko 14' comparison	No numeric score	"Race iSUPs don't come much stiffer than this — the Maliko 14' Inflatable is a genuine race shape in inflatable form."

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

≈ $2,132

USD converted · 3 retailers

Retailer	Price	vs. average
Naish (Maliko iSup)	€1,099	-$945.08	Visit
Poole Harbour Watersports	$2,509	+$377	Visit
Poseidon Collective (Carbon 14'0)	$2,699	+$567	Visit

Frequently asked questions

Is the Naish Maliko good for flatwater racing?+

Yes — Naish describes it as proven in sprint racing as well as downwind events. Casper Steinfath has won sprint races on the Maliko shape, in addition to open-ocean downwind victories.

What size Maliko should I get?+

The 14'0" × 23" (242 L) suits riders up to 86 kg per Naish's specification. The 14'0" × 26" (approx. 273 L) suits heavier or less experienced racers looking for more stability.

Is the Naish Maliko a downwind or flatwater board?+

Both. Naish markets the Maliko as a 'Race / All-Water' shape — the raised nose rocker and bump-connecting design favour open-ocean downwind, but it has also been raced in flatwater sprints.

What fin does the Naish Maliko use?+

The Maliko uses a US fin box and ships with an MFC Race Fin 24, per the retailer product listing.