It was only a matter of time before someone started throwing props and motors on surfboards. And now, you can get one too. These electric surf fins are designed to fit right into most standard fin boxes to give you an extra boost. But, will it make you a better surfer? Will you catch more …
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If you’re looking to save some money on surfboard fins, you’ve got 2 main options: What’s the better choice? That depends. Read on to get some more guidance on the matter. The Truth about Cheap Surfboard Fins There are so many cheap surf brands out there. You can find low costs on everything from leashes …
Twin fin surfboards can feature either fins or keels. While the term “keel fin” is sometimes used to describe any sort of fin on all sorts of watercraft, it describes a specific design for surfboards. When you click a link and make a purchase, Wave Arcade may earn an affiliate commission. This comes at no …
If you’re interested in fin experimentation, the 5-fin set up is for you. The 5-fin set up is all about versatility and options, and it’s one of the most common setups you’ll find if you look at new stock boards on the rack at your local surf shop. What is a 5-Fin Surfboard? Five fin …
The possibilities for experimentation in surfboard and fin design are vast. There’s a lot that hasn’t been explored. The cool thing about surfing is that you can find designs that are going to feel like magic to one surfer and like a dog to next, but that’s part of the fun. This page highlights some …
Do Surfboards Come With Fins? Surprising as it might be, since you’re going to need a good set of fins to get the most out of your new surfboard, most surfboards do not include fins. Crazy, right? Some surf shops will make this pretty clear – either with a sticker on the board or included …
If you’re buying anything other than a single fin surfboard off the rack, you’re typically going to have two main choices for your fin system: FCS or Futures. Not all fins fit all surfboards. So, the questions remain – how are they different and which is better? What is the Difference Between FCS and Futures …
Single fin longboards are a great place to start experimenting with your fins. In fact, surf fins are what sparked the Wave Arcade project. First, you don’t even need to go out and buy new fins to start experimenting. With a single fin, you’ve got the ability to move it forwards or backwards in the …
Deciding what surfboard fins you should get comes to do a few key factors: What kind of board & fin system do you have? What kind of surfing do you want to do? What kind of waves will you be riding? If you’re in a rush, here’s a general guide on what surfboard fins you …
With so many fins and surfboards to choose from, a common question many surfers have is which fin setup is best? How does a single fin compare to three fins? How does a thruster compare to a quad? Since many surfboards have fin systems that allow you to choose between a single vs. thruster or …