Donald Takayama Double Ender vs Donald Takayama Dt-1

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Both boards come from Donald Takayama: the Double Ender is a longboard and the Dt-1 is a longboard. Documented lengths run 9' 2"–9' 8" for the Double Ender and 9' 0"–10' 0" for the Dt-1.

Double Ender by Donald Takayama

Double Ender

Donald Takayama

Longboard

Longboard

No reviews yet

Donald pulled this design from his repetoire in the early 50's and 60's. It is a classic retro design, glassed w/ volan cloth so weight stays true to the era from which it originated. So called the "Double Ender" because both the nose and tail are pulled in for speedy, overhead sections. Although this board can be ridden in any size waves, its full potential shines in waves that are bigger than waist high.

Wave size

Waist → Overhead

Length
9' 2"–9' 8"
Width
22 1/2"–22 7/8"
Thickness
3"–3 1/8"
Dt-1 by Donald Takayama

Dt-1

Donald Takayama

Longboard

Longboard

No reviews yet

SPEED! It's needed for every type of maneuver and this board has plenty of it. With a comparatively narrow nose and tail and 2+1 fin setup, this board is a virtual rocket ship! This model works on a variety of different waves but thrives on shoulder high and up waves that have steep faces. This board handles racetrack sections with an ease and grace that is synonymous with the Hawaiian Pro Designs Surfboard.

Wave size

Chest-high

Length
9' 0"–10' 0"
Width
22"–22 3/4"
Thickness
2 7/8"–3 3/16"

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 Donald Takayama Double Ender and the Donald Takayama Dt-1?

The Donald Takayama Double Ender is a longboard and the Donald Takayama Dt-1 is a longboard.

How do surfers rate the Double Ender and the Dt-1?

The Double Ender has no reviews yet, and the Dt-1 has no reviews yet.

Should I buy the Double Ender or the Dt-1?

Choose on the waves you surf most and the size that suits your weight. The Double Ender is a longboard and the Dt-1 is a longboard; each model page lists its documented stock sizes and reviews from surfers who ride it.

Are the Double Ender and Dt-1 made by the same shaper?

Yes. Both are Donald Takayama models.

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