The Best Fin Set Up For You

April 10, 2018

Choosing the right fin can be critical to your success. Maybe you want to paddle recreationally, but maybe you want to join the race scene. Whatever your goals, choosing the right fin for your needs and the conditions can make a huge difference.

GEAR HACKS: FINDING FINS

April 06, 2018 By SUP Magazine

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GEAR FOR THE LONG HAUL: TIPS AND TRICKS FOR FINE-TUNING YOUR SUP ACCESSORIES

Paddlers fall into two gear camps: Those that obsess over every item, seeking golden bits of information to gain any sliver of performance on the water or an extra year of longevity in the garage; and those that could care less and just want to paddle that board now, factory fins and all. Wherever you fall on the gear-geek spectrum, understanding the basics of optimizing and maintaining your hard-earned equipment will take you a long way. We reached out to our top contributors and athletes to gather some hacks, tips and tricks to maximize both the performance and the lifespan of your gear.

FINDING FINS

For most paddlers, choosing the right fin setup is a tricky concept to grasp. But it's also one of the most important. To cut through the confusion, we went straight to the source for a few tips from a guy who dedicated his career to finding the right fins, FCS co-founder and board designer Tyler Callaway.

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