Donald Takayama Model-T vs Donald Takayama Noah Ka Oi
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Both boards come from Donald Takayama: the Model-T is a longboard and the Noah Ka Oi is a longboard. Documented lengths run 9' 4"–9' 8" for the Model-T and 9' 0"–9' 6" for the Noah Ka Oi.
There are a few magic numbers that I’ve always revolved my dimensions around with my longboards. I think the Model T is basically the best, most balanced longboard that’s been made. Joel [Tudor] developed it with Donald [Takayama] during a really cool time for longboarding. That board is 23 inches wide, 19 inches in the nose, and around 15.5 inches or 15.75 inches in the tail. There is nothing too dramatic about it.
Noah Shimabukuro's first board model by Donald Takayama. Probably one of the most versatile boards in the DT collection; handles well in anything from 2nd reef Pipe to 2ft Malibu. Pulled in outline with beach break rocker for racier sections and late take offs. Great for tube rides, noserides, and performance surfing!
What is the difference between the Donald Takayama Model-T and the Donald Takayama Noah Ka Oi?
The Donald Takayama Model-T is a longboard and the Donald Takayama Noah Ka Oi is a longboard.
How do surfers rate the Model-T and the Noah Ka Oi?
The Model-T has no reviews yet, and the Noah Ka Oi has no reviews yet.
Should I buy the Model-T or the Noah Ka Oi?
Choose on the waves you surf most and the size that suits your weight. The Model-T is a longboard and the Noah Ka Oi is a longboard; each model page lists its documented stock sizes and reviews from surfers who ride it.
Are the Model-T and Noah Ka Oi made by the same shaper?
