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Daily Driver / All-Rounder

DHD Black Diamond EPS review

The Black Diamond is our favourite all-rounder that can do a bit of everything. Packed with extra flotation for easy paddling and entries but...

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Daily Driver / All-Rounder

Black Diamond EPS

The Black Diamond is our favourite all-rounder that can do a bit of everything. Packed with extra flotation for easy paddling and entries but...

DHD Black Diamond EPS surfboard
Primary categoryDaily Driver / All-Rounder
Also suitseps
Fin intentThruster
Best suited forprogressing, intermediate, advanced, expert
Quiver positionDaily driver

Behavioural profile

Quivrr Board DNA

Paddle
8 / 10Strong
Speed
7 / 10Strong
Drive
7 / 10Strong
Release
7 / 10Strong
Hold
7 / 10Strong
Forgiveness
7 / 10Strong
Sensitivity
7 / 10Strong
Weak waves
6 / 10Moderate
Powerful waves
6 / 10Moderate
Beach
9 / 10Exceptional
Point
7 / 10Strong
Reef
7 / 10Strong
Outline
balanced
Rocker
medium entry / medium tail
Rails
medium
Tail
diamond
Bottom
single, double, vee
Fins
thruster, five fin
Style
versatile, reliable, balanced
Quiver roles
daily driver, one board quiver

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 Black Diamond EPS sits in the Daily Driver / All-Rounder board family and follows a Daily Driver / All-Rounder direction. This describes design intent; it is not a score, award or claim that the model suits every surfer.

What it does well

Black Diamond EPS follows a Daily Driver / All-Rounder direction within the Daily Driver / All-Rounder family. Its high paddle support and Thruster fin setup help define where it may fit; the final result still depends on size, construction, rider and conditions.

Check the current manufacturer details →

Best suited for

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

Riding feel

Fin options: Thruster. 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

  • turning radius
  • glide

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

Sizing guide

29.5L to 51L in the available board specifications. Use litres alongside length, width, rails, outline and foam distribution. Confirm current specifications before choosing a size.

Design details

Available specifications place the Black Diamond EPS in the Daily Driver / All-Rounder family, with a Daily Driver / All-Rounder design direction, Thruster 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.