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FCS II Mid Carver Performance Glass Extra Large Thruster – Fins Clear (XL)
FCS II Mid Carver Performance Glass Extra Large Thruster – Fins Clear (XL)
€115.00
FCS II Mid Carver Performance Glass Extra Large Thruster Fins Clear
Clean and understated in appearance, yet modest in reliability and performance. Solid fiberglass material combined with two proven templates. This set just works and allows you to trim, turn and feel the smooth groove on any midlength.
Overview
The Midlength thruster set was designed for boards set up with a standard thruster configuration. The set is made up of the Carver XL side fins which produce exception drive and hold, and the Performer Large centre fin which is known as a versatile and reliable fin in all conditions. When paired together, the set will produce incredible drive and hold off the bottom with a predictable feel off the top.
The combined area of this set allows surfers to hold a longer turn and maintain control as they move and adjust their feed position on these longer boards.
The Performance Glass materials also makes this set a great option for bigger, heavier surfers wanting a stiffer and highly responsive thruster set.
- Thruster set for mid-lengths
- Carver XL Sides + Performer Large Centre
- Traditional PG Materials
Ideal Conditions
- Open face, down-the-line waves, particularly good in point and reef breaks.
Board Types
- Designed to fit the FCS II Fin System.
- Recommended for boards with deep concaves and moderate-to-extreme rocker.
Fin Family
- Carver: Find Power. Powerful, drawn-out turns with added hold.
Performance Glass
Performance Glass (PG) fins are machine cut from layers of solid fibreglass. These fins are stiff and are widely used by pro-level surfers because the integrity of the flex is maintained under immense force, and in the most extreme of conditions and situations.
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Brand
FCS Surf Essentials
FCS USA is the leader in surfboard fins, covers, traction, leashes and surf accessories. 67 WSL World Championship Tour events have now been won by surfers riding FCS.
THERE ARE MANY ASPECTS TO SURFBOARD SELECTION THESE ARE THE POINTS TO CONSIDER
LENGTH
Typically surfboards are measured in inches. The length is measured from the nose to the tail. Choosing the length of the surfboard is dependant on your size (weight, height), board type and waves conditions you wish to use the board for.
WIDTH
The widest point of the surfboard is measured from rail to rail. Generally the wider the surfboard the more stable the board, while a board with smaller width maintains better speed and performance.
BOARD THICKNESS
Surfboard thickness is measured from the top deck to the bottom. The thickness again has a bearing on the board’s performance. Professional surfers will tend to go for the thinner boards as they are lighter and offer better performance.The thicker boards are stronger and because there is more foam under the surfer the boards are more stable.
ROCKER
The bottom curve of a surfboard. Generally the more rocker the surfboard has the more loose (manoeuvrable) the surfboard will be. Where the flatter rocker surfboards will be faster, although they will lack the looseness. The nose is the tip of the surfboard, the nose can vary in shapes and size. Basically the thinner the nose the more response the board will perform, while wider noses are better for stabilization.
STRINGER
Used to increase the strength of a surfboard, a stringer (normally made from wood) runs down the length of a surfboards (typically in the centre of the board from the tip of the nose to the tail).
Boards built with Epoxy, Carbon Fibre and soft boards generally don’t have stringers.
FINS
Generally heavier surfers require larger fins to hold the waves better. Although if you prefer to ride a looser (less hold in the waves), smaller fins would be a better option.
FIN CONSIDERATIONS
Fin configurations have an effect on the ways your surfboards perform.
The following are some of the more common fin configurations.
SINGLE FIN
The single fin was the original fin configuration for surfboards. Based on the idea of the sailboat keel. Single fins are added stabilization and control on the powerful, larger waves, although lack manoeuvrability
TWIN FIN
Are great for small waves, being fast and manoeuvrable, but when put into tight spots on larger waves, they become hard to control. Popular with Fish surfboards.
THRUSTER 3 FIN
Widely recognized as the standard fin configuration, the thruster answers the shortcomings of the single fin and the twin fins configurations.
The thrusters give you stabilization, control and manoeuvrability in all types of surfing conditions.
This concept was the brainchild of Australia’s Simon Anderson
QUADS 4 FINS
With four fins in the water, Quads boasts an extraordinary amount of holding power in larger surf.
You may think that having four fins would sacrifice speed by creating more drag, but this is not the case.
The both sets of fins are working together on the rail, which makers believe they creates less drag than a board with a centre fin.
The manoeuvrability isn’t sacrificed either, with fins directly under your back foot, the quads are very responsive.
KEEL
Similar setup to the Twin Fin, although smaller (low profile) fins are generally placed wider (closer to the rails) on the surfboard.
Popular with Fish and Egg / Retro surfboards.
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