True Ames Side Bites
Best fin enhancement for surfers seeking improved drive and hold.
These fins are the ultimate upgrade for turning a loose, single-fin setup into a locked-in, high-performance machine. You trade the pure, drag-free glide of a classic single-fin for significantly more drive and stability, giving you the confidence to push harder through turns without sacrificing the board's essential character.
$75.00
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Who it's for
- Surfers seeking more control and speed generation on their board.
- Riders desiring a more stable and predictable feel in varied wave conditions.
- Board owners looking to experiment with different fin setups for performance.
Who should skip it
- Surfers prioritizing a very loose, pivot-heavy feel for their board.
- Riders focused on maximizing speed in less powerful or mushy wave conditions.
- Beginners or those preferring the simplicity of a single fin configuration.
Performance breakdown
Turn responsiveness
Honeycomb construction delivers snappy, immediate feedback through every carve.
Hold and stability
Provides the extra bite needed to lock in during steeper sections.
Weight efficiency
Featherlight materials ensure your board stays agile and lively underfoot.
Setup versatility
Transforms standard longboards into high-performance 2+1 setups with ease.
Hydrodynamic projection
Designed to generate speed and drive out of bottom turns.
System compatibility
Standard Futures base ensures a secure, reliable fit for most boards.
Key Specs
Fin Depth
3.25 inches
Fin Base Length
0.75 inches
Fin System
Futures
Material
Hexcore
Fin Material
Honeycomb
Configuration
2 Fin Set
Compatibility
2+1 Surfboards
Removable Fins
Yes
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