Futures EA Blackstix

The EA Blackstix, designed by Hawaiian shaper Eric Arakawa of Arakawa Designs, is a medium sized thruster in the Rake template category. The Blackstix construction and V2-Foil are ideal for generating speed in smaller waves. The Arakawa template features a slightly refined tip, making the EA Blackstix one of our most popular fins for medium sized surfers in softer conditions. 

• Template Category | Rake (drawn-out, control, drive)
• Construction | Blackstix
• Ride Number | Speed Generating – 9.4
• Size | Medium 65 - 88 kgs 

• Twin fin set (2-fin)
• Recommended for Twin/Keel surfboards
• Incorporating a layer of natural fiber jute, there is an undeniable organic aesthetic, while increasing the stability of the base and leading edge.
• Rasta is known for riding alternative boards and this is his go-to fin for down the line speed in any twin fin

Futures Freestone Thruster Control

The Futures Freestone Control fin is a large size Speed Controlling fin with a Ride Number of 3.3. Jack rides this fin when the conditions are punchy and he needs a little more stability. Controlling speed is the key to survival in heavier surf. They are built from solid fiberglass panels with foils that are precision cut by CNC, then hand finished to perfection.

• Template Category | Neutral (All-Around, Fluid)
• Construction | Fiberglass
• Ride Number | Speed Control – 3.3
• Size | Large (165 lbs+) 

The Christenson Keel was designed with retro twin fins in mind. This keel template is the most upright keel in the Futures line. It allows for great speed and control down the line, making it one of the most versatile keels in the Futures line up.

• Construction | Fiberglass

The EA Control Series, designed by Hawaiian shaper Eric Arakawa of Arakawa Designs, is a medium size thruster in the Rake template category. The solid Fiberglass construction is designed for stability in powerful waves and comes with the endorsement of one Hawaii’s most legendary modern craftsmen.

• Template Category - Rake (drawn-out | drive)
• Construction - Fiberglass
• Ride Number - Speed Control – 2.9
• Suggested Wave Type - Open face | Point-break
• Size - Medium (125 – 175 lbs)

Futures Ando Blackstix 3.0 Tri Fin Set

THRUSTER - LARGE

Futures Ando Blackstix, designed by modern style guru Craig Anderson, is a large size Speed Generating fin with a Ride Number of 9.8. When tasked with the challenge of making Craig a signature fin we knew the speed generating characteristics of our Blackstix line would suit his effortless style perfectly. Carbon fiber in all the right places combined with our V2 foil allow him to easily create speed for big maneuvers on the face or in the air.

BLACKSTIX

Blackstix have a flexible Carbon Fiber tip that loads up and releases energy for generating speed when you need it. These are the lightest fins in the Futures line.

CENTER FIN

• AREA: 15.50''
• HEIGHT: 4.56''
• BASE: 4.54''
• FOIL: SYMM''

Futures EA Techflex Tri Set

Thruster / Medium / Rake Template

The EA Techflex, designed by Hawaiian shaper Eric Arakawa of Arakawa Designs, is a medium size thruster in the Rake template category. The Techflex construction and flat foil give this fin a stable feel, making it ideal for controlling speed in more powerful waves. Over 40 years of surfboard design won't do you wrong, trust Arakawa when the waves get interesting. 

• Template Category | Rake (drawn-out/drive)
• Construction | Techflex
• Ride Number | Speed Control – 3.1
• Size | Medium (65 – 80 kg)

The Glenn Pang Twin+1, designed by Hawaiian shaper Glenn Pang of T&C Surf Designs, is inspired by a board he created in the 80’s called The Saint. The large twin template features a full tip with not too much rake, providing a ton of drive. Ride this as a twin fin or twin + 1 set-up.

• • Construction - Fiberglass

The John John Florence Signature Scimitar thruster in Vapor Core construction is designed for performance surfing in small waves. John rides this fin when he needs to generate speed when the waves are small and lack power. These fins feature a full Vector foil, helping enhance lift and generate speed. The Scimitar Tip is represented by the cut-off portion of the fin, tailoring the grip characteristics. Vapor Core is the lightest performance fin construction ever, consisting of a hollow core. Every single fin is handmade from start to finish at our HQ in Huntington Beach, CA, using aerospace grade materials. 

• Template Category - Pivot (tight-turns | quick)
• Construction - Vapor Core
• Size - Large (165 + lbs) 

Futures Tomo Quad Fibreglass Fin

The Tomo Quad, designed by Daniel Thompson of Tomo Surfboards, is a unique fin set-up designed around the El Tomo Fish model. With such a futuristic appearance, it’s no surprise these fins create the most speed and sharpest turns imaginable. The majority of the fin sits deep in the water, creating lift and acceleration. In combination with the flat foil front and rear fins, the cut-away base allows for quick direction changes, and maneuverability. Undeniably, they’re something everybody who loves quads must try. 

• Template Category | Pivot (tight turns, quick, loose) 
• Construction | Fiberglass
• Ride Number | Balanced – 7.9
• Size | Medium Quad

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