Futures HC AM3 Thruster
AM3 Honeycomb
Al Merrick - Thruster / Small / Rake Template
The AM3 Honeycomb designed by legendary shaper Al Merrick of Channel Islands Surfboards, is a small size thruster in the Rake template category. Intended for lightweight surfers to perform in all conditions, the honeycomb construction offers a balanced flex pattern. The template's extended rake is ideal for powerful carves and the thin tip provides for optimal release off of the top.
- Template Category | Rake (drawn-out, control, drive)
- Construction | Honeycomb
- Ride Number | Balanced – 5.9
- Size | Small (105 – 155 lbs)
| Side Fins | Center Fin | |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 13.80 | 13.80 |
| Height | 4.38 | 4.38 |
| Base | 4.34 | 4.34 |
| Foil | FLAT | SYMM |
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