Futures EA Control Quad
Futures EA Control Series Quad
Eric Arakawa
Medium Quad / Neutral Template
The EA Control Series Quad, designed by Eric Arakawa of Arakawa Designs, is built in solid fiberglass construction. The EA Quad has a unique foil for control in critical conditions, while still allowing for excellent maneuverability on the more playful days. Arakawa is a name you can trust when you’re getting ready to charge.
- Template Category | Neutral (balanced, all-around)
- Construction | Fiberglass
- Ride Number | Speed Control – 3.0
- Size | Medium Quad
| Side Fins | Rear Fin | |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 14.50 | 12.40 |
| Height | 4.42 | 3.95 |
| Base | 4.38 | 4.00 |
| Foil | FLAT | FLAT |
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