# DD3 Magnum

> Surfski by DD3, out of production. Canonical page: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/dd3-magnum/
> Cite as: DD3 Magnum, Surfski Index, https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/dd3-magnum/ (checked 2026-10-15). Terms: https://surfskiindex.com/using-our-data/

## Specifications
- Length: 5.8 m
- Beam: 46 cm
- Deck height: 33.5 cm (estimated)
- Layup weights: Standard (Fibreglass) 14 kg, Innegra 12.5 kg, Super Maxi (Carbon) 10.5 kg
- Usually paddled by: Paddlers in chop

## Ratings (Surfski Index estimates)
- Stability band 6–8 out of 10 (dimension estimate, low confidence).
- Speed rated 6 out of 10.

Modelled from published beam, length and deck height. Low confidence. Speed is our rating. Both are given at the hull's own design weight.

These ratings are Surfski Index estimates, worked out from published dimensions, traced hull shapes where we have them, and reviews. They are not supplied by the maker or timed on the water. How a ski feels depends on your weight, skill, set-up and the conditions, so use them to shortlist skis and paddle one before you buy. Method: https://surfskiindex.com/how-it-works/#limits

Evidence note: This band is estimated from published dimensions. Qualitative context includes 2 paddler reports and 3 linked sources.

## Paddler weight
Estimated sweet spot 75–87 kg, broader estimated guide 61–91 kg. An estimate from hull dimensions, not the designer's intended weight.

## Suits
Learning to race and stepping up to ocean skis; flatwater to moderate ocean chop

## Hull
Short (5.8m), fairly wide (46cm) high-stability entry hull designed to feel like a beginner ski while carrying more speed than typical trainers. Comfort-oriented seating position that lets paddlers work on technique without fighting the boat, and an easy climb-back-in remount if they fall out.

## What works
- High stability for its speed – easy step-up from flatwater
- Comfort-focused seat and very easy remount after a fall
- Australian-made with a low [price omitted] base price

## Trade-offs
- Short 5.8m hull limits outright flatwater/downwind speed
- Brand website currently offline – availability/support uncertain
- Boutique brand with little resale presence

## Generations
- ~2019-2025: Beginner/intermediate ocean ski, 5.8m x 46cm, DD3's own stability rating [rating omitted]. Marketed as 'super fast, super stable' and 'the fastest beginners/Intermediate ski on the market,' with a comfort-focused seat and easy remount. Still listed in DD3's 2025 catalogue; the dd3.com.au website is now offline (domain lapsed by mid-2026), so current availability is unconfirmed.

## What paddlers say
- DD3 product copy: 'DD3 MAGNUM – "SUPER FAST, SUPER STABLE"... we are confident the Magnum... is the fastest beginners/Intermediate ski on the market... more stable than our current intermediate ski... The paddler's sitting position enables them to improve their technique while maintaining stability of a beginner's ski... extremely easy to climb back into if you fall out' (dd3.com.au, archived 2025).
- surfski.info thread title 'The DD3 Magnum - totally awesome' flags positive owner reception on the forum.

## Sources
- https://web.archive.org/web/20250427002908/https://www.dd3.com.au/magnum
- https://surfski.info/forum/2-announcements/18115-the-dd3-magnum-totally-awesome.html
- https://surfski.info/forum/19-boats/18846-surfski-width-x-length-chart-july-2025.html

## Prices
Current new prices and dealers: https://surfskiindex.com/surfskis/dd3-magnum/#buy