What skill level is the Phoenix Flight for?

The Phoenix Flight is designed for All levels surfers.

What kind of waves is the Phoenix Flight best in?

The Phoenix Flight works best in Small beach, points, and reef breaks.

What wave size does the Phoenix Flight suit?

The Phoenix Flight performs best in 1-5ft waves.

What fin setup does the Phoenix Flight use?

The Phoenix Flight has a 5 Fins set up.

What type of surfboard is the Phoenix Flight?

The Phoenix Flight has a Small Wave HP outline.

What volume does the Phoenix Flight come in?

The Phoenix Flight is available in a 26–45 L volume range.

Phoenix Flight

Name: Phoenix Flight
Brand: DHD

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The Phoenix Flight is an evolved version of DHD's best-selling Phoenix small-wave model, with a pulled-in tail, thinner profile and refined nose for tighter, more controlled surfing. Reduced front-foot concave boosts speed through flat sections while extra drive keeps it going in weak surf. Its 5 fin box set up unlocks versatility allowing you to ride this board as thruster, quad, twin or twin+1. Built for beach and point breaks from playful small waves up to head-high, it suits all levels of surfers.

Specs Overview

Outline: Small Wave HP

Ability Level: All levels

Wave Height: 1-5ft

Wave Type: Small beach, points, and reef breaks

Fin Type: 5 Fins

Concave: Single to Double

Entry Rocker: Low/Moderate

Exit Rocker: Low/Moderate

Overall Rocker: Low/Moderate

Rail Type: Low/Medium

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Under Your Feet

Slightly more high performance than the original Phoenix, this board is fast and responsive, a small-wave board that turns tighter than most of its type thanks to the pulled-in tail. It flies through flat spots yet feels sharp and controlled when you lay it on a rail. Playful underfoot, and the 5 fin boxes let you change its whole character with a fin swap.

When it's pumping

Handles head-high, punchier surf better than a typical groveler, holding a line when it stands up.
Ride it as a quad if you want some extra flair.

When it's fair

Made for this, keeping speed and drive through weak, flat sections.
Easy paddling and quick acceleration make small, gutless days genuinely fun.

Quick compare

	Phoenix Flight DHDThis board	PHOENIX DHD
Dimensions
Wave Height	1-5ft	1-4ft
Concave	Single to Double	Single to Double
Entry Rocker	Low/Moderate	Low
Exit Rocker	Low/Moderate	Low/Moderate
Rail Type	Low/Medium	Medium

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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Suggested Fins

Futures DHD

Futures Fins

More drive

High-performance approach

Mick Fanning

FCS

Maximum drive

Long carves

FCS II DHD

FCS

Power turns

Good in critical waves

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Frequently asked questions

What skill level is the Phoenix Flight for?: The Phoenix Flight is designed for All levels surfers.
What kind of waves is the Phoenix Flight best in?: The Phoenix Flight works best in Small beach, points, and reef breaks.
What wave size does the Phoenix Flight suit?: The Phoenix Flight performs best in 1-5ft waves.
What fin setup does the Phoenix Flight use?: The Phoenix Flight has a 5 Fins set up.
What type of surfboard is the Phoenix Flight?: The Phoenix Flight has a Small Wave HP outline.
What volume does the Phoenix Flight come in?: The Phoenix Flight is available in a 26–45 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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