Futures Alpha Thruster Set Am1
Description
Futures AM1 Alpha Thruster Set
The trusted Al Merrick template in Alpha construction, made with Netplus recycled fishing nets. Made in Huntington Beach, the Alpha product line combines Bureo’s NetPlus recycled fishing nets with Futures’ Compound 6 (C6) carbon and air infused technology.
- Template Category | Rake (Drawn-out | Drive)
- Construction | Alpha (NetPlus)
- Ride Number | Balanced – 6.2
- Size | Medium (145 – 195 lbs)
| Side Fins | Center Fin | |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 14.84 | 13.35 |
| Height | 4.50 | 4.29 |
| Base | 4.50 | 4.31 |
| Foil | FLAT | SYMM |
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