Dumpster Diver 2 Surfboard Review: did CI catch lightning in a bottle…again?!

[@soulsurfer3102]

🎉🎉🎉 happy every day comper the dd2? any advice ???i have the happy every day.i dont want to spend my money 💰

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

I’ve surfed both and I found them to be similar but not exact. Per their stock dimensions, the dd2 has a little bit more volume than the HE at the same height. DD2 specializes in beach break and according to the CI website has a more limited range in terms of size, types of waves surfed, and type of surfing. If you’re enjoying the HE I would stick with it but if it’s not really cutting it for you, you could give the dd2 a go. What types of waves are you surfing in a regular basis?

[@vznquest]

good to see you guys back on the board reviews. keep em coming!

[@jamespatheyjohns1663]

Can you guys try the puddle jumper pro. I think you may be surprised by its versatility.

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

Tell us more! You surfed it at all? I think I can speak for all brothers and say that we’ve never tried a …Lost board. I’m certainly intrigued though.

[@Ian-1080]

Also just picked up a black sheep lost Pisces and would to hear your takes on it

[@spiffjiff05]

Just to add another point of view, I think the board would be a lot more livelier with spinetek/xtr and ridden at least 4 inches shorter than your height. I got a custom 6'0 in xtr that i took to waco and surf locally in Orange County and been really liking it. I could see how it would feel more like a HPSB in dims closer to your height and in PU. DD2 has replaced my gremlin and is now my daily for home. Hopefully you guys can try different fins as might feel a little tight with raked fins.

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

Nice @spiffjiff05! Yeah we’ve had the Fishbeard and Rocket Wide in Spine-Tek and loved them both! You’re not the only person who was recommended the Spine-Tek/xtr combo for the DD2 🙏🏼 we’ll add it to the list! 🙌🏼

[@gnarlycharlie69]

agree on this. definitely want a more upright fin on. this board is reckon.

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

@gnarlycharlie69 we’ll give it a try!! 🙌🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@Ian-1080]

I have dd2 in spinetek and dd2 fins. Board is actually pretty magic. Didn’t like it at first and then I’ve figured it out. Although I think it was designed for small range most people including myself like it in 3+’ surf. I think there are other boards that are better designed for bigger waves but for an all arounder this one does it.

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

Yeah we had a similar experience! It’s best in bigger/better waves and we prefer other models to grovel. We really dig spine-tek and would love to get our hands on a DD2+Spine-Tek. Hopefully soon!

[@sebbeasant1868]

Can I ask what size you went with relative to your height and weight? I have read people opting to go smaller, like 4" below their height, but I usually ride a 6ft 1 and I am 5ft 10, 176lbs, so buying a 5ft 6 doesn't really make sense to me. Thanks.

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

@sebbeasant1868 yeah great question!! Lots of opinions on how to choose dimensions - here’s what has worked best for us 🫣 we like to stick to the shaper’s proportions and if we find our preferred volume, that gets us to the right board (or close). Before we recommend a setup, what type of waves are you in? Skill level?

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

@sebbeasant1868 I’m 5’10” 165. I thought the 5’7 was a pinch too big. I would size down to the 5’6 if I were to get another.

[@mikemunro811]

Right on with the sampler comparison. I have this board and it’s not like the original DD at all. It actually seems like less rocker, and the tail is a lot less refined or performance style.

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

Yeah we weren’t disappointed but also it didn’t exceed expectations like the OG DD did. It’s a good board, just wasn’t the magic sled for us! Is it too early to start frothing for a future DD3🤞🏼?

[@Ronny439]

Pyzel red tiger review?

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

Yo Ronny! We have yet to sample any Pyzel nectar. Your comment sent me down a worm hole on Facebook marketplace. The red tiger and white tiger both seem like boards that would be up our alley so know it’s been added to our list. Bad news is that we are on dad time which equals 🐢. Have you surfed any Pyzel boards yet?

[@Ronny439]

@@greenroomsurfreviews All good lads, Can confirm also on dad time. But looking to see some reviews before i treat myself to a bday gift. The red tiger and chili churro 2 look good.

[@hoseaesp6309]

is it similar to sub driver 2.0?

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

Brother 2 here. I have never surfed on a …Lost board. Would love to try it as it is another Californian native company. As described on its website, “it loves small to average surf and really does well in connecting the dots in mushy points, or weak, broken up beach breaks. A surfboard developed for competitors in sub-par surf, that actually transitions perfectly to everyday surfers. The SUB DRIVER 2.0 was derived to benefit the Pros, yet it really is perfect for most “Bros”.” 😂🤙🏼

[@palmbeachkook]

Hi I am 5’ 11” and I mostly ride mid lengths and high volume grovelers and am thinking of getting a 6’2” to just cruise through dumpy Florida beach break. Is that a good idea for a beginner shortboarder? Thanks

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

Hey @kstrophs85!! Good on yah for picking a sport that will spend all your money for the rest of your life! 😭 🙌🏼 A few things we learned about the DD2 - opt for Spine-Tek/XTR, size down an inch in length from your normal groveler, and get it in steeper/better waves. (hard to recommend exact dims without knowing weight). And we know recommendation #3 might also be tough given your local. The DD2 is all the rage right now and can definitely work, but there might be better options out there. If you’re sticking in the CI family, check out the G-Skate, Rocket Wide, and POD Mod. We bet you can pick one up second hand (or all three) to find what you like/don’t like. Beginner shortboarding is all about repetition. Sounds like you’re prioritizing the right things (HV grovelers and Mid-lengths), keep that same logic as you transition shorter! But keep in mind we’re just some average surf dads on the interwebs 😂🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@Tiaguini78]

Thank you for your review. I had 2 original Dumpster Divers and a I had high expectations for this model. It is not as fat as the original one, and your comment that it looks more like a Sampler, it’s spot on. I surfed it In all round mush to 6 foot plus in the Maldives, and the extra volume on the front foot made it, a wonderful, forgiving, magic board. The best Dane Reynolds years were on this board(way before he was also a surf dad). I do believe that this model in spinetek/xtr (which wasn’t available back then) might be the best choice (although very expensive)- It’s good to hear honest reviews on the web. Keep going!

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

@Tiaguini78 so rad to hear you’ve already had it in the Maldives 🤤 yeah we’re hearing the Spine-Tek XTR combo might be the magic sauce we need! 🪄 Sounds like you and Brother #2 are part of the same FFF club (front foot forward) and might be the type of surfer this board is best for. Thanks for watching some average surf dads struggle in CA slop, we appreciate the support! 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@Tiaguini78]

@@greenroomsurfreviews Definitely a front foot guy. You guys have been in Waco for a week, I have been to Maldives, I guess it’s a tie. Hope you guys have some good waves for the rest of the summer. Greetings from Portugal!

[@gilliamm.5732]

Thanks!

[@mattnucc]

good review... its a good board but its not a groveller at all. The best sessions ive had were all at barelling chest high waves. Agree with the tips on sizing, i made the wrong choice and went 5'8" instead of 5'7" and its a lot of volume.

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

Yeah we’re hearing the magic combo is good waves, spine-tek, minimally raked fins, and an inch or so smaller than normal groveler dims. Or just surf like Dane! 🙌🏼 We definitely had fun on it (Brother #2 for sure) but might not be our daily driver 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@alfonsalibesvilageliu3427]

Has anyone tried with quad config?

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

That’s a negative ghost rider! I can only speak for myself (brother #2) but I have rarely dabbled with the quad set up. What do you like about quads?

[@alfonsalibesvilageliu3427]

@@greenroomsurfreviews well, im used to them. Basically,the speed, from first momment. But thats why im asking. I havent seen anyone

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

Felipe makes a compelling case for quads with his Trestles performances, that’s for sure. Another realization I had is that the DD2 comes in a tri fin set up so currently no quad option unless someone were to order a custom.

[@NCsurfer607]

Sounds like an HPSB

[@foxgd88]

Probably a HPSB for a average joe

[@greenroomsurfreviews]

Yeah it’s definitely closer to a HPSB than the original was 🙌🏼