What skill level is the 3DV for?

The 3DV is designed for Intermediate/Advanced surfers.

What kind of waves is the 3DV best in?

The 3DV works best in Beach and Point Breaks, Reefs.

What wave size does the 3DV suit?

The 3DV performs best in 2-5ft waves.

What type of surfboard is the 3DV?

The 3DV has a Daily Driver outline.

What volume does the 3DV come in?

The 3DV is available in a 25.5–41 L volume range.

3DV

Name: 3DV
Brand: DHD

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The 3DV is a high-performance shortboard designed for a wide range of conditions. Suitable for surfers of all levels, it excels in waves from 2 to 5 feet. The board features a low to moderate rocker for enhanced maneuverability and speed. Its single to double to vee concave design improves makes it easy to transition rail to rail. With standard glassing (4x4x4), medium rails, and a unique ‘Tour Tail’ with a slight hip for added drive, the 3DV offers exceptional control and responsiveness. The thruster fin setup and carbon Innegra toe patches ensure durability and high performance in various surf conditions.

Specs Overview

Outline: Daily Driver

Ability Level: Intermediate/Advanced

Wave Height: 2-5ft

Wave Type: Beach and Point Breaks, Reefs

Fin Type: Thurster

Concave: Single to Double to Vee

Entry Rocker: Low/Moderate

Exit Rocker: Moderate/Aggressive

Overall Rocker: Moderate

Rail Type: Medium low

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	3DV DHDThis board	Big Happy Channel Islands
Dimensions
Wave Height	2-5ft	2-6ft
Concave	Single to Double to Vee	Single Concave
Entry Rocker	Low/Moderate	Moderate
Exit Rocker	Moderate/Aggressive	Moderate
Rail Type	Medium low	Full

Silhouettes are normalized to the same nose-to-tail length, so this is a shape comparison rather than a true-scale view. Outlines are generated automatically from product photos, not CAD files, so minor inaccuracies can occur.

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Frequently asked questions

What skill level is the 3DV for?: The 3DV is designed for Intermediate/Advanced surfers.
What kind of waves is the 3DV best in?: The 3DV works best in Beach and Point Breaks, Reefs.
What wave size does the 3DV suit?: The 3DV performs best in 2-5ft waves.
What fin setup does the 3DV use?: The 3DV has a Thurster set up.
What type of surfboard is the 3DV?: The 3DV has a Daily Driver outline.
What volume does the 3DV come in?: The 3DV is available in a 25.5–41 L volume range.

DHD

DHD Surfboards, founded by Darren Handley, is a premier surfboard brand from Australia's wave-rich Gold Coast. Handley, who grew up surrounded by famous waves and talented surfers, honed his skills to become one of the world's best shapers, crafting boards for legends like 3X World Champion Mick Fanning and 8X Women's World Champion Stephanie Gilmore. Despite his success, Handley remains grounded, drawing inspiration from his team riders and the surfing community to continually innovate. This dedication has earned DHD numerous awards, including two Stab in the Dark wins, with the most recent in 2024.

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