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All Round Daily Driver

Arakawa Animal review

Surfboard Model: Animal Surfboard ID: 1136861 Surfboard Model Type: Shortboard Fins: 3x Futures

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All Round Daily Driver

Animal

Surfboard Model: Animal Surfboard ID: 1136861 Surfboard Model Type: Shortboard Fins: 3x Futures

Arakawa Animal board-family silhouette; an exact verified model image is not currently available
Primary categoryAll Round Daily Driver
Also suitsNo secondary category assigned
Fin intent3x Futures Fin Boxes
Best suited forprogressing, intermediate, advanced
Quiver positionDaily driver

Behavioural profile

Quivrr Board DNA

Paddle
7 / 10Strong
Speed
7 / 10Strong
Drive
7 / 10Strong
Release
7 / 10Strong
Hold
7 / 10Strong
Forgiveness
6 / 10Moderate
Sensitivity
7 / 10Strong
Weak waves
6 / 10Moderate
Powerful waves
6 / 10Moderate
Beach
7 / 10Strong
Point
7 / 10Strong
Reef
6 / 10Moderate
Outline
balanced
Rocker
medium entry / medium tail
Rails
medium
Tail
round pin
Bottom
single, double
Fins
thruster
Style
daily driver
Quiver roles
daily driver

Quivrr Board DNA is derived from current manufacturer design information and governed Quivrr classification. It does not imply manufacturer endorsement.

What it was designed to do

The Animal sits in the All Round Daily Driver board family and follows a All Round Daily Driver direction. This describes design intent; it is not a score, award or claim that the model suits every surfer.

What it does well

Animal follows a All Round Daily Driver direction within the All Round Daily Driver family. Its high paddle support and 3x Futures Fin Boxes fin setup help define where it may fit; the final result still depends on size, construction, rider and conditions.

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Best suited for

Available board information associates this model with beach break, open face. The available rider guidance includes progressing, intermediate, advanced.

Riding feel

Fin options: 3x Futures Fin Boxes. Paddle support: high. The final feel depends on size, construction and conditions.

Where it sits in your quiver

This model most naturally sits in the daily driver position. Its actual role depends on the selected size, your existing boards and usual conditions.

Things to keep in mind

  • glide
  • turning radius

Board guidance is kept separate from live inventory. A model may be documented without being available in a specific size or region.

Sizing guide

A complete volume range is not available for this review. Use litres alongside length, width, rails, outline and foam distribution. Confirm current specifications before choosing a size.

Design details

Available specifications place the Animal in the All Round Daily Driver family, with a All Round Daily Driver design direction, 3x Futures Fin Boxes fin options and high paddle support. Use the linked manufacturer source to confirm current construction and dimensions.

Bodhi's Board Notes

Ask Bodhi to relate this design to your ability, preferred volume, current board, quiver and usual waves.