Wai-Tai Piu and Taniwha Maori boardshorts side by side from the front

Wai-Tai Aotearoa Māori Boardshorts – Available for Pre-Order Now at Blitz Surf Shop!

Wai-Tai Aotearoa Maori Boardshorts Online NZ

If you’re searching for Māori boardshorts that combine authentic cultural design with modern performance features, look no further than the all-new Wai-Tai Aotearoa Taniwha and Piu Māori boardshorts. These incredible new additions to our Māori surfwear range are available now for pre-order at Blitz Surf Shop, with delivery expected in around 3 weeks (July 2025).


Authentic Māori Design, Built for Performance

The Wai-Tai Aotearoa Māori boardshorts collection celebrates the spirit of Aotearoa clothing and surfing culture. Both the Taniwha and Piu boardshorts showcase fully sublimated Māori designs, inspired by the rich traditions and artistry of Aotearoa.

👉 Check out the Taniwha Boardshorts here: Taniwha Māori Boardshorts

Wai-Tai Aotearoa Taniwha 4 Way Stretch Maori Boardshorts on Daniel Procter holding a Maori design surfboard from rear at Okitu beach

A monster to some and a freak to others!

To have absolute mastery of your craft and skill! Like our Tipuna before us we make our own mark on this world.

He Tipua, He Taniwha.

Wai-Tai Aotearoa Taniwha 4 Way Stretch Maori Boardshorts from side showing Taniwha panel

These slick boardies are specifically designed for water activities. The Taniwha knows the water, it will give you the inspiration to pull in. Kia niwha te tapuwae.

👉 Explore the Piu Boardshorts here: Piu Māori Boardshorts

Wai-Tai Aotearoa Piu 4 Way Stretch Maori Boardshorts on Maia Gibbs holding his Maori surfboard at Okitu beach

Bringing Te Ao Haka and Te Ao Moana together, taking our traditionals garments into new spaces. He tarau poto i whakaaweawetia e te ao haka, e te taonga o te whare pora o Hineteiwaiwa.

Wai-Tai Aotearoa Piu 4 Way Stretch Maori Boardshorts on Maia Gibbs by the pool from side

These premium Māori boardshorts feature:

  • 4-way stretch fabric for maximum mobility

  • 19-inch length for a modern fit

  • Front right zip pocket (fits your mobile phone + internal key loop)

  • Quick-drying, lightweight material

  • Fully sublimated artwork that won’t crack, peel or fade

    Keo Morrison in the Mentawais surfing in his Wai-Tai Maori boardshorts

Whether you’re out surfing, paddling your waka ama, or relaxing at the beach, these boardshorts offer both style and performance.


Pre-Order Now – Limited Stock Landing Soon

Wai-Tai Aotearoa Piu 4 Way Stretch Maori Boardshorts on Maia Gibbsform the side

The first shipment of these stunning Māori surfwear pieces will arrive in approximately 3 weeks, so now is the perfect time to secure your pair! Don’t miss out — demand for unique Māori clothing and surf gear is growing fast, and these Māori boardshorts are sure to be popular.

👉 Pre-order today: Wai-Tai Aotearoa Māori Surfwear Collection


Watch the Wai-Tai Aotearoa Boardshorts in Action

Get a closer look at these amazing Aotearoa clothing designs — watch this video on YouTube and see why so many surfers and paddlers are excited about the launch.

Follow Wai-Tai Aotearoa on Instagram for more Māori surfwear inspiration!

Keo Morrison wearing Wai-Tai Piu Maori boardshorts surfing in the Mentawais

Why Choose Wai-Tai Aotearoa Māori Boardshorts?

✅ Proudly representing Māori surfing culture and identity
✅ Designed for performance and comfort in NZ conditions
✅ Perfect for surfing, waka ama, and summer adventures
✅ Support authentic Māori-inspired brand and show your roots wherever you may roam

Keo Morrison styling in the Mentawais surfing in his Wai-Tai Piu Maori boardshorts

At Blitz Surf Shop, we’re proud to support and stock Māori surfwear that blends tradition with modern surf lifestyle.  Maori culture clothing in a modern take with Wai-Tai, a stand out amongst Maori clothing labels


Order Your Māori Boardshorts Today

Get ready for summer — secure your Wai-Tai Aotearoa Taniwha or Piu Māori boardshorts before they sell out! Pre-order now and be among the first to wear these stunning new designs when they arrive at Blitz Surf Shop.  No need to spend your time on Google looking for Maori clothing stores, just come straigh to Blitz.

👉 Shop the Wai-Tai Aotearoa Māori Boardshorts Collection

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