True Ames Channel Islands Tri
Best high performance fins for powerful surfers in larger waves.
A classic, high-performance template designed for power surfing in solid conditions. These fins offer significant drive and stability, drawing on a heritage design that has proven its worth for decades.
$125.00
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Who it's for
- Power surfers looking for maximum speed and hold
- Intermediate to advanced surfers wanting a dependable all-around fin
- Technical riders who prioritize fluid rail-to-rail transitions
Who should skip it
- Lightweight surfers or those riding weak, mushy waves
- Surfers who prefer a loose, skatey feel underfoot
- Owners of surfboards equipped with FCS or FCS II plugs
Performance breakdown
Drive and Acceleration
High rake design translates leg power into immediate, forward momentum.
Hold in Turns
Substantial surface area locks the board in during heavy, committed carves.
Wave Size Versatility
Engineered specifically to thrive when the surf gets punchy and solid.
Material Responsiveness
Hexcore construction offers a lively, snappy flex pattern under high pressure.
Pivot Capability
The larger template prioritizes drawn-out lines over tight, vertical snaps.
System Compatibility
Seamless integration with standard Futures fin boxes for easy installation.
Key Specs
Material
Hexcore
Fin System
Futures
Fin Depth
4.75 inches
Fin Base Length
4.6 inches
Fin Area
16.17 square inches
Number of Fins
3
Configuration
Thruster
Recommended Conditions
Solid sized waves
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