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Niu

Board in photo: 9'3 x 22.75 x 2.87 - 70.2L

The Niu was conceptualized to be a contemporary longboard for summer months on Oahu, something that had a classic aesthetic, but modernized and easy to ride. I started by pulling out templates and planer to handshape the initial design for this model. Some curves and foils are just easier to realize with hand tools in the shaping room than on the screen. Once I was satisfied with the look & ride of the board, we locked in the digital design. It has medium/ low foiled rails for nose-riding and a rocker that’s a balance between classic and performance. Generous foam flow nose-to-tail gives the board plenty of glide & paddle power, making it ideal for getting it into waves easily and maintaining speed on slower paced waves. - Nat Woolley

$985.00
$985.00
Shipping calculated at checkout. Pick up option also available.
Custom Order - Starting at $835 / 5 week ETA
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Shipping Information

Air cargo is our standard shipping method for all USA orders unless otherwise requested.

All instructions and tracking info will be provided prior to shipping confirmation.

Air Cargo: Starts at $80
• Available for all orders up to 9’6”
• Takes 2-3 days (dispatch to pick up)
• Most secure and safe
• Requires airport pick up

FedEx: Starts at $100
• Only available to orders up to 6’0”
• 2-Day Air
• Door-to-door
• Requires signature

For full shipping price breakdown go to our shipping page

Returns Information

Custom Surfboards / The Arakawa Way
As any surfer knows, we cannot guarantee every board will be magic, but if we make a mistake designing or building your new board we will make it right.

Contact us within 15 days of receiving it and we will start another order to correct the issue and trade it out with your initial board at our expense.

Treat the original board like your own until the replacement arrives. Wax it up and surf it. We will take it back in whatever condition it is by the time you receive the new board.

How this process looks based on your location:
• Oahu - once your replacement order is ready, swing by our shop in Waialua with the original board and we will make the swap.
• Anywhere that requires shipping - We will send the second board in the same shipping method as the original order. Once the replacement is received, use the packing materials provided in the new box to repack the old board. We will provide all shipping labels and AWB's required for the return shipment. If your order requires airport pick up, we will coordinate all details so that you can do everything in one trip.

Have questions concerning your recent custom? Please email us at info@arakawasurfboards.com or to reach us by phone +1 808-637-0068


All other products
We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If you're not happy with your order for any reason, we're here to help.

You may return new, unopened items within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. Return shipping label will be provided by Arakawa Surfboards.

Conditions:
• Items must be in their original condition and packaging.
• Proof of purchase (e.g., order number or receipt) is required for all returns.

Exceptions:
• Clearance or discounted items
• We are unfortunately unable to cover return shipping costs for stock surfboards.


Return Process
1. Contact our customer service at info@arakawasurfboards.com to initiate a return.
2. We'll provide return instructions and a return shipping address.
3. Once we receive your return and inspect the item, we’ll issue a refund to your original payment method.

Please allow 5–10 business days for the refund to appear on your statement.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us by e-mail at info@arakawasurfboards.com or by phone at +1 808-637-0068.


Shipping Damages
• These will have to be approached on a case by case basis depending on the product and the ability to replace or repair. Our goal is to deliver products and surfboards in perfect condition. We prefer replacing any damaged items over repair. In cases in which travel dates and locations add complexity, we will do whatever we can to make things right.
• If your order arrives with shipping damage, please notify us ASAP (within 24 hours). All shipments include insurance coverage for the total cost of goods. Email us at info@arakawasurfboards.com with a detailed description including photos of shipping materials and items within.
• For surfboards shipped via air cargo (airport pick up), it is important to inspect and report any damages with a shipping facility representative at the time of pick up. This simplifies the whole claims process and allows us to resolve the issue quickly.

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Volume Calculator (someone said we have to put this here)

The simple equation behind this tool (weight × skill level coefficient = recommended volume) doesnʻt know anything about rail contour, foil, rocker, outline, foam distribution, board types, wave type, surfer style, etc...

Play with these calculators at your own risk of being completely led astray.

Talk to a human. Get expert advice fast here

ABILITY

HEIGHT
5'9" / 175cm
WEIGHT
154lbs / 70kg

RESULT

-.-- L

This IS NOT a recommendation of Arakawa Surfboards. We just want to save you the trouble of searching the internet for a volume calculator. Get the right info fast: talk to your shaper

WHO THIS MODEL IS FOR:

  • You can’t wait till it’s 2ft and firing
  • You like the look of a classic log, but want something more forgiving to surf
  • Novice surfer who wants to catch waves easily
  • Intermediate surfer who wants to improve their cross-stepping / noseriding skills
  • Expert surfer who wants to catch every wave, noseride, and still drive through turns
  • You surf Chun's, Queens, Threes, etc...

FIN GUIDELINES

Single fin world. Rule of thumb: 1" per foot of board.

Balanced Template: Island Fin Design Lei Day or Islander

MODEL SPECS

BOTTOM CONTOUR

Subtle nose concave into a rolled vee bottom

TAIL OPTIONS

  • Squash Squash
  • Square Square
  • Swallow Swallow
  • Bat Bat
  • Diamond Diamond
  • Thumb Thumb
  • Round Pin Round Pin

AVAILABLE CONSTRUCTIONS

PU Polyurethane foam (green density), premium wood single stringer, fiberglass, and polyester resin

WAVE TYPE

Size (Hawaiian)

0ft

5ft

10ft+

Break

Point

Reef

Beach Break

Wave Power

Weak / Mushy

Medium

Powerful

PERFORMANCE

Approach

Vertical / Pocket

Power / Carving

Cruisy / Positional

Skill Level

Novice

Intermediate

Expert

Foot Orientation

Back Foot

Neutral

Front Foot

DESIGN ATTRIBUTES

Rail Thickness

Thin

Medium

Full

Entry Rocker

Low

Medium

High

Exit Rocker

Low

Medium

High

Nose Shape

Narrow

Hybrid

Round

Tail Width

Narrow

Hybrid

Round

Rocker Style

Staged

Continuous

STOCK DIMS

L W TH Vol.
9'00 22.25 2.75 63.80
9'00 22.75 2.94 69.80
9'01 22.5 2.88 68.20
9'02 22.38 2.8 66.60
9'02 22.88 3.0 72.90
9'03 22.5 2.88 69.50
9'04 22.75 2.94 72.40
9'04 23.0 3.0 74.70
9'05 22.65 2.88 71.20
9'06 22.75 2.94 73.70
9'06 23.25 3.06 78.40
9'08 23.25 3.13 81.70
10'00 23.5 3.25 88.70