Where it fits
This model is classified as Easy Rider / Performance Mid-Volume. Use the documented family, selected size and intended conditions to decide whether that direction matches the surfer's brief.
Easy Rider / Performance Mid-Volume
DHD Sandman
Our goal for the sandman project was to develop a board that would make surfing easier for the 'normal' person, but also have some...
Official manufacturer information
Typical surfer profile
Intermediate to Expert surfer seeking a step up.
Wave direction
The available board information associates this model with point break, reef break, hollow waves. Confirm the intended wave range with the manufacturer.
Where it sits in the design range
The Sandman sits in the Easy Rider / Performance Mid-Volume family with a Easy Rider / Performance Mid-Volume direction. Related models may solve a different design job even when their volume is similar.
Dimensions and volume
Available size range
5'10 to 7'2, 31L to 51L across the reviewed board specifications. The table below shows the complete available size range.
| Length | Width | Thickness | Volume | Construction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5'10 | 19 1/2 | 2 9/1 | 31L | PU |
| 5'11 | 19 5/8 | 2 5/8 | 32L | PU |
| 6'0 | 19 3/4 | 2 | 33L | PU |
| 6'1 | 19 7/8 | 2 | 34L | PU |
| 6'2 | 19 3/4 | 2 5/8 | 34L | PU |
| 6'2 | 20 1/2 | 2 | 36L | PU |
| 6'3 | 19 7/8 | 2 5/8 | 35L | PU |
| 6'3 | 20 5/8 | 2 | 37L | PU |
| 6'4 | 20 | 2 | 36L | PU |
| 6'4 | 20 3/4 | 2 3/4 | 38L | PU |
| 6'6 | 20 1/4 | 2 | 40L | PU |
| 6'6 | 20 7/8 | 2 7/8 | 42L | PU |
| 6'8 | 20 1/2 | 2 7/8 | 43L | PU |
| 6'8 | 21 1/4 | 3 | 45L | PU |
| 6'10 | 21 1/2 | 3 | 46L | PU |
| 7'0 | 21 3/4 | 3 1/1 | 48L | PU |
| 7'2 | 22 | 3 1/8 | 51L | PU |
Board design direction
- Public family
- Daily Driver
- Detailed category
- Easy Rider / Performance Mid-Volume
- Ability guidance
- intermediate, advanced, expert
- Fin configuration
- Thruster
- Wave intent
- point break, reef break, hollow waves, powerful, average
- Strengths
- drive, hold, projection
- Trade-offs
- release, forgiveness
Guidance describes board characteristics, not a guaranteed performance outcome.
Board DNA
A compact view of how this board is designed to behave. Live stock and sizing remain the main purpose of this page.
- Paddle
- 6 / 10
- Speed
- 7 / 10
- Drive
- 9 / 10
- Release
- 5 / 10
- Hold
- 9 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 5 / 10
- Sensitivity
- 7 / 10
- Outline
- narrow
- Rocker
- medium high entry / high tail
- Rails
- refined
- Quiver role
- step up, travel, reef
Quivrr Board DNA is derived from current manufacturer design information and governed Quivrr classification.
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Other boards in this family
Related design guidance
How to choose a surfboard, understand volume and sizing, or ask Bodhi to explain trade-offs.
Reviewed by QUIVRR editorial on 2026-07-14. Board information updated: 2026-08-19. Confirm final specifications with the manufacturer or retailer.