Dark Arts Surf AJW Potato Launcher II vs Dark Arts Surf JT Dad Bod

Also searched as: AJW Potato Launcher II vs JT Dad Bod · JT Dad Bod vs AJW Potato Launcher II · Dark Arts Surf JT Dad Bod vs Dark Arts Surf AJW Potato Launcher II · AJW Potato Launcher II or JT Dad Bod · Dark Arts Surf AJW Potato Launcher II versus Dark Arts Surf JT Dad Bod

Both boards come from Dark Arts Surf: the AJW Potato Launcher II is a groveler & hybrid and the JT Dad Bod is a groveler & hybrid. Documented stock sizes run 24.1 L–42 L for the AJW Potato Launcher II and 24.52 L–39.7 L for the JT Dad Bod.

AJW Potato Launcher II by Dark Arts Surf

AJW Potato Launcher II

Dark Arts Surf

Groveler & hybrid

Groveler & hybrid

No reviews yet

An all around easy and fun board to ride in everyday conditions. The design is based off of AJW 's Original Potato Launcher, which is a serious tube rider, but is the mellower Twin sister that you can hang out with everyday. A bit flatter and wider for everyday mush waves, yet still has the rocker curves and same fin placement of the Original PL1 that can still sideslip into some throaty sections. The proof is in the

Wave size

Waist → Head-high

Wave power

Soft → Hollow / powerful

Length
5' 4"–6' 4"
Volume
24.1 L–42 L
JT Dad Bod by Dark Arts Surf

JT Dad Bod

Dark Arts Surf

Groveler & hybrid

Groveler & hybrid

No reviews yet

The DadBod is a condensed shortboard design based off of a design JT shaped in early 2000. This board is wider and thicker but has contemporary shortboard rails. Flatter entry rocker, double to single concave, and a wide tail help the DadBod excel in knee to head high waves, soft or punchy. One of our most versatile models considering its range. Ridden 4-6 inches smaller than your average shortboard, allows it to fit

Wave size

Knee → Head-high

Skill

Beginner → Advanced

Length
5' 1"–6' 1"
Volume
24.52 L–39.7 L

Size ranges describe each model's documented stock sizes, not a specific board. Compare every spec side by side.

Quick answers

What is the difference between the Dark Arts Surf AJW Potato Launcher II and the Dark Arts Surf JT Dad Bod?

The Dark Arts Surf AJW Potato Launcher II is a groveler & hybrid and the Dark Arts Surf JT Dad Bod is a groveler & hybrid.

Which has more volume, the AJW Potato Launcher II or the JT Dad Bod?

Documented stock sizes run 24.1 L–42 L for the AJW Potato Launcher II and 24.52 L–39.7 L for the JT Dad Bod. Their documented volumes are close, so pick on the size that matches your weight.

How do surfers rate the AJW Potato Launcher II and the JT Dad Bod?

The AJW Potato Launcher II has no reviews yet, and the JT Dad Bod has no reviews yet.

Should I buy the AJW Potato Launcher II or the JT Dad Bod?

Choose on the waves you surf most and the size that suits your weight. The AJW Potato Launcher II is a groveler & hybrid and the JT Dad Bod is a groveler & hybrid; each model page lists its documented stock sizes and reviews from surfers who ride it.

Ridden either board? Add yours and share the real ride.