Papaya
Explore the Papaya, Kona's glidey soft-top midlength built for easy paddling, smooth trim, and more relaxed sessions in everyday surf.
Board Details
How does this board ride?
The Papaya carries speed easily, paddles into waves early, and settles into a smooth midlength rhythm once you are up and riding. It leans into glide and trim first, but it keeps enough response through the tail and bottom shape that it still feels lively when you want to turn it.
What skill level is this board for?
The Papaya works well for surfers who want a more forgiving board with real glide, whether that means learning on a softer platform or picking up an easygoing board for slower days. It suits newer surfers looking for confidence and experienced riders who still want a soft top that feels playful instead of clunky.
More board info
This shape uses a wide point forward, fuller outline, lower entry rocker, a little extra tail kick, a single-concave bottom, and a pulled-in rounded tail. That combination gives the board its mini-log feel while keeping the ride cleaner and more connected than a typical oversized soft top.
