DM3 Surfboard
With less entry rocker than the average shortboard, and more volume under the chest the DM3 surfboard paddles faster and gets into waves without pushing water. This design also makes the surfboard fast down the line when your weight is forward. The back half – the tail rocker, volume and rails – is built for turning under pressure: there is less volume in the tail and the rails so you can sink the rail and turn hard with control. The bottom has a single concave throughout, with the back third of the board being the deepest. This provides lift, speed and looseness. A slight V out of the tail helps the board quickly transition from rail to rail.
Glassing: triple 4-oz. warp glass deck, double 4-oz. warp bottom.
Stringer: two-ply hemlock.
Fins: Future Fins.
Lengths: 5'11" to 6'6"
To order this board, or for more information on dimensions and customization options, please call us at (805) 641-9428 or email sales@fcdsurfboards.com and we'll gladly call you back.
When are you guys taking orders on these? I'm sure it's okay to get this in a quad 6'6". Any other dimensions on that length (width and thickness). I work at Patagonia in Seattle. Should I just call you guys?
Posted by: Michael Leask | April 30, 2008 at 06:46 PM
Matt-
We can definitely hook you up with a quad version of a 6'6, shoot us an email at sales@fcdsurfboards.com and we can give you a better estimation of when one will be ready.
Talk soon,
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | April 30, 2008 at 08:01 PM
Can I order "bonzer 5 fin" bottom design
by lok box?
Posted by: satoshi | April 30, 2008 at 08:48 PM
Satoshi-
5 fin systems are available by lokbox but we haven't tested them, there is also a weight factor to consider, that's a lot of hardware to put on a board that small and it will definitely effect the swing weight. Just something to think about!
email us if you have more questions!
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | May 01, 2008 at 08:46 AM
This Sat, May 3, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Patagonia Surf Shop
FYI EVERYONE!!
Dan will be in Cardiff by the Sea. He will be there to unveil his new signature surfboard model: the DM3. After two years of R&D with shaper Fletcher Chouinard, the duo came up with what he calls "The best all-around shortboard I've ever had." Using Patagonia Surfboard Technology, and equiped with Future Fins, the DM3 is a contemporary shortboard made for all around conditions. See you there.
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | May 02, 2008 at 11:13 AM
Looks like a really fun board. The low entry rocker and increased volume through the chest remind me of a lot of the 80's shapes I have ridden, super user friendly and fun to ride.
Posted by: Jake | May 02, 2008 at 11:14 AM
Jake-
Check out the photos too!
Thanks for the comment!
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | May 02, 2008 at 01:32 PM
are you guys doing all of the Gerry Lopez line of boards in your technology?
Posted by: Michael | May 02, 2008 at 02:41 PM
Mike-
Correct! All the Gerry boards we have for sale use our epoxy technology.
Thanks!
The Crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | May 02, 2008 at 02:43 PM
Mike-
I didn't clarify, but all these boards are shaped by Gerry himself, which is kind of awesome it its own right, then we glass them using our epoxy technology.
Thanks!
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | May 03, 2008 at 09:29 AM
would you typically ride one of these a bit shorter/wider due to the flatter rocker and increased vol? im 5'11" 160lbs and normally ride a pretty standard 6'2" for all-around beachies but am looking to change things up and go shorter in length. i like the concept of this design a lot. what dimensions would you guys suggest?
Posted by: eric | May 07, 2008 at 06:10 PM
Eric-
I'm about your size, 5'10 - 155 and I can paddle the 5'11 when I'm surfing a lot. If I go a month or so without surf though then it takes awhile to get back up to speed. If you surf regularly and are in better than average paddling shape than you should be able to go shorter no problem, the outline and added volume from the foam distribution will keep you catching waves. Email or call us at sales@fcdsurfboards.com for more info, thanks for writing!
Take care,
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | May 07, 2008 at 06:26 PM
Hi FCD,
I'm looking to transiton from my current 8' funboard to a short(er) board. Would you recomend this board or the Mako? or? I'm an intermediate surfer, 5'8" 160, and in good paddleing shape. I mainly surf beach break -Huntington.
Thanks,
Jack
Posted by: Jack Andersen | May 18, 2008 at 05:14 PM
Jack-
The Mako will be your best transitional board of the two styles you're interested in. You should definitely come in and put your hands on both to be able to make a decision however. If you are in the area let us know, we have weekday hours from 10-6, and weekend hours of 10-6 on Saturdays and 11-5 on Sundays. You can always email us as well at sales@FCDsurfboards.com.
Thanks!
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | May 19, 2008 at 01:43 PM
Hiya FCD,
I've been riding a Mako 7'6" for a year and I'd like to go shorter...drop to a 6'6"?...maybe. I like the Quark...wouldn't mind a shorter Mako either. I'm a good intermediate...strong paddle...6'3", 200 lbs....any recomendations? Surf in Oregon fall/winter and summer when it's up.
Thanks for any ideas.
Posted by: Fox- | May 24, 2008 at 05:30 PM
Hello FCD,
I usually ride either a 6'4" x 18 3/4" x 2 3/8" shortboard or a 5'9" Zippifish, but looking for something in between that will get into waves on small to medium days, but still turn like a short board. Was looking at the 6'2" Mako since it's wider and has a less rocker than a standard shortboard. Will a 6'2" be enough to help get into smaller, weaker waves? Or should I go a little longer?
Posted by: interested | May 25, 2008 at 11:14 PM
I'm 5'10 192. Average ability surfer looking for an everyday shortboard style board for San Diego area. I'd like something that gets into the wave early and is a really good paddler. What size DM3 or other shape would you reccomend?
Posted by: Jim | May 26, 2008 at 12:27 AM
Fox-
I'd check out the 6'8 Mako or the 6'8 Octo for your next board. We could also do a custom Quark for you in a larger size than what's listed. Your best bet is to call or email us at Sales@fcdsurfboards.com. Keep in mind that you'll be chooping 1 foot off of what you are used to paddling now, which is why I suggested a 6'8 Octopus....these are popular stepdown's!
Talk soon!
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | May 27, 2008 at 06:18 PM
Interested-
The 6'2 Mako should do the trick. As you've already noticed it's shorter than what you are used to, but roughly 1/2" wider and only 1/16" thinner. This should translate to having fun on smaller days. However, I'm not sure what you're calling smaller days so I would also suggest taking a look at the quark. These boards are really fast, catch waves really easy and make junk windswell days enjoyable. If you are around and can check one out just give a call or email us and we'll be sure to have some ready for you to look at! You can also check out the "Fresh out of the glass shop" folder for pics of boards that have just been finished.
Thanks!
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | May 27, 2008 at 06:26 PM
Jim-
Check out the DM3 or the Octopus. The DM3 is a great board, but the Octo has a bit fuller outline and will be more user friendly in summer conditions. Not to say that the DM3 won't, it will just take a little bit more work to catch the same amount of waves.
Give a call or email us to talk more about the differences between the two.
Thanks again!
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | May 27, 2008 at 06:29 PM
Hi FCD,
I'm currently riding a 6'8 Mako (which I love) but I am looking to move to something a bit smaller that I can turn quicker. I'm 6'1" 185 lbs. I like the idea of the DM3 since I imagine it still gets into waves pretty well. Any recommendation in size or a board other than the DM3 if that's applicable? Gracias!
Posted by: Greg | June 22, 2008 at 01:59 PM
Greg-
Sorry for the lag time in getting back to you, it was blazing hot here over the weekend and I spent most of my time on, in, or near the water. The DM3 is a great board but it requires you to be pretty light on your feet and isn't as forgiving as the Mako....the Octopus however may be a perfect transition board. This board has also had a lot of input from Danny, Jeff Johnson and others and was what Dan was trying a lot when he came up with the original idea for the DM3. Check it out and let us know if you have any questions. Email or call us at the shop!
Thanks for the inquiry-
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | June 23, 2008 at 09:41 AM
I really want to switch from my 7'8" rocket sled to a more maneuverable, fast shortboard and possibly a quad. 6'1" and 165 pounds and never really ridden a shortboard. want to use it in washington but travel with as well and be a good go-to board. suggestions?
Posted by: Michael | June 24, 2008 at 01:21 AM
Mike-
That's a tall order, not impossible, but you might find yourself frustrated for a decent period of time trying to adjust to that jump. Going from a 7'8 RS to basically what Dan rides is not going to be easy. If I were you, I would buy (garage sale style) or borrow a shortboard, about 6'1 long and 2 1/4" thick, pretty standard and good for your size and go out and try and catch some waves. This will do two things, give you an idea of what it's like to try and catch waves with a smaller piece of foam and allow you to do so for little or no money. If you do that and are still into the idea of a shorter board we'll be here!
Thanks!
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | June 24, 2008 at 10:11 AM
definitely thinking of more a 6'6" and wouldn't mind some extra thickness and width. what could you suggest in that region or is that still stepping down a lot?
Posted by: Michael | June 24, 2008 at 03:29 PM
Mike-
I'd still go with getting something cheap or borrowing something and trying it out. While it's not as big a jump it's still pretty big....
Where are you doing most of your surfing?
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | June 24, 2008 at 04:25 PM
Mainly around the Washington coast... Westport, Neah Bay. Wanted something for travels as well. You're right, though. I'll check into someone else's shortboard first. thanks.
Posted by: Michael | June 24, 2008 at 04:53 PM
Mike-
Sounds good, let us know how you make out and if you have any questions!
Talk soon,
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | June 24, 2008 at 04:55 PM
Hey FCD,
Just picked up a Quark and love it...
I'd like to pick up a DM3 but not sure on dimensions? My local shop has it in a 6'3", 19.5, 2.25. I'm 180 lbs what do you recomend.
Thanks,
Posted by: TK | July 08, 2008 at 08:14 AM
TK-
The 6.3 may be good, Dan's about 180 lbs and it definitely works for him. I'm 160 and I ride the 6.1 with no issues. I guess the best way to tell is to ask what size Quark you picked up. If it's smaller than 6.3 than I'd say you have no worries!
Where are you surfing?
Thanks!
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | July 08, 2008 at 10:03 AM
Thanks for the quick response...
To answer your questions Jersey is home and I travel a few times a year. The Quark I picked up is a 6'2" however I'm sure I could have gone shorter. The float and glide is unbelievable. I road it in some fun head high surf last week with no problems...
Thanks again,
Posted by: TK | July 08, 2008 at 11:07 AM
TK-
Ah dude, if you're stoked on the 6.2 you'll be set with 6.3 DM3 no worries! You pick up that Quark from inlet outlet?
Talk soon!
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | July 08, 2008 at 11:16 AM
That's the place.
Been friends with them forever...
Good people.
Posted by: TK | July 08, 2008 at 11:19 AM
Definitely. They came out for or dealer camp last May and I'm pretty sure they had a good time!
FCD
Posted by: FCD | July 08, 2008 at 01:44 PM
hi.
im 5 8 and 160lbs. pretty good surfer and im looking for an all arounder.
would you suggest the 5,11 or the 6,0?
thanks
peter
Posted by: petey | July 13, 2008 at 03:47 PM
Pete-
You could get away with either, your about the same size as fletch and he rodes the 5'11 90% of the time. I ride the 6'1, and I'm 5'10 155. Where are you surfing? The type of wave will definitley play into the decision. Send another comment or email sales@fcdsurfboards.com and we'll get it sorted out.
Thanks!
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | July 14, 2008 at 11:39 PM
Aloha,
I'm definitely interested in the DM3, but curious if it's the best board for me... I'm 5'10.5, 175 lbs., and live in the NW.
I don't make it out to the ocean as much as I'd like, maybe once a month. I'd like something the paddles easily, easy to duckdive, and gets me out to the lineup when there's not much of a channel and I'm not in the surfing shape I'd like to be in.
Typical conditions are chest to slightly overhead. I'm more of a carvy surfer...not concerned about getting air or attacking the lip.
Thanks in advance for your thoughts,
Ben
Posted by: Ben | August 04, 2008 at 07:55 AM
Ben-
The DM3 is probably not your best bet, it a performance board that requires people to have their A game buffed out to surf it. Although the board paddles well and gets in early it does so for people who surf pretty regularly and are in good paddling shape.
Even though you don't get to surf that much do you catch enough waves to keep you stoked now? If so what are you riding?
You'll probably have to go with something like a Mako or an Octo, probably in the 6'6 to 6'8 range (just guessing, not sure what you are riding now).
Hope this helps a bit!
Talk soon,
The crew@FCD
Posted by: FCD | August 04, 2008 at 09:56 AM
Ah, thanks for the feedback. I'm riding an 8 foot funboard now, though wish I got to ride it more often. I used to live in San Fran and got to ride regularly, but just don't get out as much as I'd like now...
Given that I don't make it out too often, I'm really trying to be careful with choosing the best board for my situation - gotta make that irregular session the most it can be.
The last couple of times I took my funboard out, I had some trouble making it out to the lineup on the days when the surf was bigger and the channel non-existent (pretty common in Nor Cal and WA beaches).
Your thoughts?
Thanks again,
Ben
Posted by: Ben | August 04, 2008 at 10:54 AM
Ben-
A 7'2 Mako is probably your best bet!Give us a call at the shop and we'll get you squared away!
FCD
Posted by: FCD | August 04, 2008 at 11:05 AM
Great, one last question here: 7'2" would be about 8 inches longer than any board I've owned before. Would you just briefly walk me through why you're suggesting that length vs. a 6'10 or 7 foot design? At 5'10.5, and 175, I'm wondering if a board that size would be difficult to duck dive with.
Many thanks,
Ben
Posted by: Ben | August 04, 2008 at 01:13 PM
Ben-
Sorry about that! I thought you just said you were riding an 8ft funboard....and were having trouble getting it out on good days. If you don't surf often, you won't catch a lot of waves with a smaller board, but you'll be able to duck dive it. If you go with a bigger board it will be tougher to duck dive but you'll catch waves. The only real soultion is to surf more so you can catch and duck dive anything at anytime, but short of that the only other options are above. I suggested a 7'2 so that you could still catch waves, duckdiving would be less challenging that what you're trying to duck dive now, but definitely not like duck diving a shortboard. You could jump down to a 6'8 from a 8' board but you probably won;t catch very many waves.
Sorry if this is confusing!
FCD
Posted by: FCD | August 04, 2008 at 01:44 PM
What stock DM3 dimensions would you recommend for an average 34yr old male surfer that is 5'10", 190lbs? Thanks.
Posted by: James | August 24, 2008 at 09:54 AM
I currently have a 6' Quark, a 6'2" KMRP and a 6'2" Mako Bonzer. I am looking for something to fill the gap between the Quark and KMRP for days with a little more push but not enough for the KMRP. Would the DM3 be a good fit? Thinking of a 6'1" since I assume it won't paddle as well as the Quark but better than the KMMRP.
Posted by: Butch | September 02, 2008 at 04:32 PM
Butch-
You're well equipped, thanks! The DM3 will suit you perfect for those days that you are talking about. When it's a little too bowly for the Quark but still not begging for a KMRP. I had one of those days yesterday....
Thanks again for being stoked on our boards!
FCD
Posted by: FCD | September 03, 2008 at 09:52 PM
Hello-
This board looks pretty killer! If I ride a 6'0 to 6'1 short board, 2 3/16, 18.25 are typically what my standard winter short board dimensions are..would I ride the same dimensions with this board?
Thanks,
John
Posted by: John Scavo | September 07, 2008 at 07:49 AM
John,
You could but those dimensions would be different than what Dan and Fletch have worked out for a DM3. Email or give us a call at the shop and we'll get you dialed. I would suggest going with teh stock dimensions on a 6'1 or 6'3 DM3. It will be faster to get your board and the shape is proven!
Best regards,
FCD
Posted by: FCD | September 08, 2008 at 10:02 AM
What are the dims on the 6'1" DM3?
Posted by: Butch | September 09, 2008 at 05:21 PM
Butch-
Email us at the shop and we'll get you the information.
Thanks!
FCD
Posted by: FCD | September 10, 2008 at 04:47 PM
Time to replace my standard shortboard. I've been riding a 6'3 Flyer II, I'm 5'10, 165 and would say I'm an intermediate - advanced surfer. I'm looking for an everyday (well every weekend) board for San Francisco beach breaks in the fall and winter. What dimensions would you recommend?
Posted by: Mike | September 10, 2008 at 07:34 PM