Fins Fcs Shortboard

Fins Fcs Shortboard

How To Choose The Best Surf Fins

There is a lot to know about choosing the best fins for your surfboard. Here are a few tips and important factors in picking out the right fin for your style. Remember that the best surf fins are going to be in the right proportion to you and your board. True Ames Fins offers a variety of surfboard fins for longboards, shortboards and SUP. Including many templates in the FCS compatible, Futures compatible, and glass-ons.

Construction

All fins are not created equal! We take advantage of a vast amount of fin manufacturing experience to create fins that work in many different applications. Designs are executed using the required materials and foils to create the highest performance fins available today.

Flex

Flex is a very important element in our designs. Many of our fins come with a tuned flex. A fin that has flex can be very different than a fin without flex. The flex concept brings to life an otherwise average ride. Cutbacks have more power and bottom turns have more projection.

Foils

True Ames Fins incorporate a constant foil which means you will not find any flat spots on our fins that may cause water disturbance which will ultimately cause poor performance. Our bigger solid color fins are foiled from 7/16" solid 6oz. glass sheet stock. Smaller fins do not need to be so thick to have the proper foil.

Size

The depth of your fins is measured from base to tip vertically. Adjusting your fin size will affect the performance of your board. Larger fins provide more stability and control, so a larger board will need bigger fins. For example a 9'6" single fin board needs at least a 9.5" fin and if nose riding is most important to you than you will find bigger fins give more forward control.

Template

The outline of a fin is what determines the area and the look. The way the area is distributed on the fin is what makes fins individual and work in so many different ways. A wide base fin with a wide tip is the most stable but not forgiving. A narrow base fin with a narrow tip will be very loose and fast but unstable at slow speeds. The fin's sweep (or rake angle) affects the board's ability to carve turns. A more vertical fin will make tight turns and fast directional changes while a more raked fin will carve wider arcs and handle more power through turns. Tail width is also a factor in fin choice. Narrow tail boards do not require deep fins because there is less distance from the fin to the rail. A wide board requires a deeper fin than a narrower board. For example an 8' egg style board that is on the wide side should use about an 8.5" to 9.0" fin. A narrow tail single fin board that is 7'6" can use a fin in the 7" to 8" range.

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Becker CA-2 Shortboard (Clear) $475 Wheatley Shortboard: the standard for shortboard performance. The cornerstone of our shortboard line-up. This performance driven shape combines the latest in shortboard design trends: Team tested and proven throughout southern California and abroad. If performance is what you are looking for this is your board. A moderate entry rocker and accelerated exit rocker makes this board fast, tight turning, and easy to paddle. Bottom contours are aggressive and complimented by a simple outline with a continuous curve in the hip, which makes for a more forgiving sweet spot. The rails are soft and medium to full which allows the board to be ridden in a wide variety of condtions. This model will surf tight in the pocket while allowing fins maneuvers, reverses and airs. Designed for all levels of surfers and can be custom built for any specific need. The end result is high performance shortbaord that will take your surfing to the next level. 6'1 19 1/4 x 5 5\16 ride 1 – 2 inches shorter 1/2 to 3/4 wider , a little bit thicker. Low entry rocker, accelerated exit rocker, single to double bottom. Small to overhead surf. Excels in mediocre surf.

FCS Ratchet Tool $32.5 Changing your fins just got way easier with the Ratchet tool from FCS. It has three head rotation options that allow you to conveniently loosen and tighten fin screws with minimal time and effort, and all seven bits are stored in the bottom of the tool. It's almost too good to be true.

Becker Dually Shortboard (Clear) $495 Speed to Burn. The Dually features our proven bat-tail quad template with modifications to make it versatile all wave board. Get on The Dually and let your newfound speed, maneuverability, and control take your surfing beyond expectation. Ride The Dually 2 to 4 shorter than your regular shortboard. (Design Features) - The Dually features a quad fin set-up that generates extraordinary drive and speed without sacrificing maneuverability. It also features a wider outline with a relaxed rocker from nose to tail. The bottom contours are flat under the chest to a slight single concave under the front foot that becomes deeper between the fins. (Optimal Conditions) - The Dually performs great in knee to head-high conditions. (Experience Level) - The Dually works great for intermediate to advanced surfers. The Dually dims in a 6'1 - 19 1/4 wide by 3/8 thick.

FCS Gorilla Adriano de Souza Blue Fader Tail Pad $39 Amp up your high performance shortboard with Gorilla's Adriano tail pad from FCS featuring a multi-dimensional Aztec groove, copperhead arch and block wedge!

Fins $10 Fins

FCS M3 Tri Fin Set (Glass) $46 The Fcs m3 tri fin set have a new glassflex construction, evolved flex & performance. By combining the new glass flex material w/ proven foil technology & templates the m-series are high performance fins that now come standard w/ fcs. Specs: -Base: 4.28 109 mm -Depth: 4.41 112 mm -Area: 14.22 9172 mm -Sweep: 33

Lost FCS 4-Way Stretch Boardshort - Multi $64 There's one company — and one company alone — that you trust to get your fins from. Make a statement about just how high your standards are when you hit the beach in the FCS 4-way stretch boardshorts. They feature a collage of colorful graphics with the FCS name and product names scattered throughout, a water-repellent treatment and 4-way stretch fabric. Quality is way more important than anything else, and that's what makes you the phenomenal surfer you are.

FCS SF4 Printed Stretch Quad (SF4 Rear Fins) (Glass) $56 Side Center Base: 4.48 / 114mm Depth: 4.48 / 114mm Area: 15.15² / 9776mm² Sweep: 30.7° Foil: IFT

FCS Q-7XC Quad Fin Set (Glass) $56 FCS Q-7XC Quad fin set is made with Glass Flex construction delivering the flex and memory properties of traditional hand laid fiberglass. Its advantages include stiffness, a more positive flex pattern (nice tip flex, little base flex) and remarkable flex memory. It features the M-7 fins in the side and the G-X centres in the rear. Large optimum weight range: 165 - 198 lbs (75kg - 90kg) Drive (less to more): 3 out of 6 Pivot (tight arc to long): 3 out of 6 Hold (less to more): 3 out of 6 Dimensions: Front Base: 4.52, 115mm Depth: 4.67, 119mm Area: 15.71², 10137mm² Sweep: 33° Foil: IFT Dimensions: Rear Base: 3.86, 98mm Depth: 3.93, 100mm Area: 11.07², 7140mm² Sweep: 33.2° Foil: 50/50

FCS Q-5XC Quad Fin Set (Glass) $56 FCS Q-5XC Quad fin set is made with Glass Flex construction delivering the flex and memory properties of tradtional hand laid fiberglass. Its advantages include stiffness, a more positive flex pattern (nice tip flex, little base flex) and remarkable flex memory. It features the M-5 fins in the side and the G-X centres in the rear. Medium optimum weight range: 143 - 176 lbs (65kg- 80kg). Drive (less to more): 3 out of 6 Pivot (tight arc to long): 3 out of 6 Hold (less to more): 3 out of 6 Dimensions: Front Base: 4.37,111mm Depth: 4.55, 115mm Area: 14.76², 9525mm² Sweep: 33° Foil: IFT Dimensions: Rear Base: 3.86, 98mm Depth: 3.93, 100mm Area: 11.07², 7140mm² Sweep: 33.2° Foil: 50/50

FCS M7 Glass Flex Tri Fin Set (Glass) $46 The m7 marks the beginning of a new era of fcs injection molded composite production fins. By combining the new glass flex material with proven foil technology and templates the m7 is a high performance fin that will be: -smoother -faster -have better hold -and more control based on the proven outline of the g7000. Specs: -Base:4.52 115 mm -Depth: 4.67 119 mm -Area: 15.71 10137 mm -Sweep: 33

FCS GX Natural Glass Flex Side Fin Set (Glass) $26 The gx is the i fin design for grommets or surfers who want to loosen the tail of their boards. It's the smallest side fin set in the fcs range and is i for shorter boards with lightweight surfers. The side fins can be used on a longboard to add drive and improve nose-riding. Specs: -base:3 7/8 -depth:3 15/16 -area:112 -sweep:33o -flex:very high(21.50)

Future Fins Surf 8.5 SUP (Smoke) $70 The name of this fin says it all. The SUP-SURF is for SUP performance surfing, it's larger foil decreases drag dramatically and allows the surfer to turn an SUP board like it was a shortboard. Size: 8.5 (height) Materials: Fiberglass

FCS FCS Steel Screws (Steel) $4 FCS Stainless Steel Screws. 12 per pack.

Used Line 6 Shortboard $89.99 In Store Used USED LINE 6 SHORTBOARD

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FCS PC-7 Graphic Tri Fin Set (Smoke Graphite) $74 FCS PC-7 Graphic Tri Fin Set is made with Performance Core construction delivering a stiff, lightweight fin with a highly responsive tip flex. These fins are made using a resing transfer molding process. Large optimum weight range: 165 - 198 lbs (75kg - 98kg). Drive (less to more): 4 out of 5 Pivot (tight arc to long): 2 out of 5 Hold (less to more): 3 out of 5 Dimensions: Thruster Base: 4.52, 115mm Depth: 4.67, 119mm Area: 15.71², 10137mm² Sweep: 33° Foil: IFT

FCS GL Glass Flex Side Fin Set (Glass) $26 The Gl side fins are for any 2 plus 1 setup, typically a long board but also an egg or fun board. These small side fins add drive to the single fin setup along with control and stability through turns and improved nose riding. The gl fins are a good starting point for anyone looking to add side fins to their modern longboard setup. base:3 7/16 depth:3 5/8 area:9 1/42 sweep:31o flex:very high(27.00)

Used Line 6 Fbv Shortboard $149.99 In Store Used USED LINE 6 FBV SHORTBOARD

Used Line 6 Shortboard Mkii $149.99 In Store Used USED LINE 6 SHORTBOARD MKII

Red Fins $10 Red Fins

E-Mu SHORTboard 49 Performance Keyboard $349.99 E-Mu SHORTboard 49 Performance Keyboard

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E-Mu SHORTboard 49 Performance Keyboard 889406444317 $148.33 E-Mu SHORTboard 49 Performance Keyboard 889406444317

E-Mu SHORTboard 49 Performance Keyboard 889406396814 $148.33 E-Mu SHORTboard 49 Performance Keyboard 889406396814

E-Mu Shortboard 49 Performance Keyboard $349.99 E-Mu SHORTboard 49 Performance Keyboard

Becker Hornet Shortboard (Clear) $490 The Hornet flies through small waves with speed and maneuverability, making it the optimal shortboard for knee to chest high surf. Compare The Hornet to Channel Islands Flyer model. The Hornet lets you ride small surf without sacrificing shortboard performance or response. The Hornet should be ridden 2 to 3 shorter and 1/4 to 1/2 wider than your regular shortboard. The Hornet features a wider outline than your standard shortboard. The rails are fuller and the bottom contour is flat under the chest with a slight single concave under the front foot to a double concave out the back. (Optimal Conditions) - The Hornet excels in small, weak surf. The Hornet is geared towards performance surfing in smaller, weaker waves, but also works great in good conditions. (Experience Level) - The Hornet is great for intermediate to advanced surfers, but also works well as an entry level shortboard. Dimensions on a 6'4 are 19 1/2 wide and 2 5/8 thick.