Personally, I prefer right in the middle for all around paddling, but on a race/touring board I like it all the way back to maximize the speed. There are a lot of subtle performance changes that can happen when you experiment with the fin placement on your SUP. If you are riding a 4+1 (4 thruster fins, 1 middle fin also referred to as a Quad) setup like the All Wave, try it with just the 4 thruster fins for great grip on the wave, or with 2 of the thruster fins and the middle fin. In surf, you will want to position the middle fin 1” or 2” back from the front of the fin box if you are using a 2+1 fin setup (this means 2 Side fins, one Middle fin). Personally, I find that slower and suggest paddle boarders use only the middle fin in flat water. In flat water some do prefer the feel of the board with the side fins only and no middle fin. Generally, it’s best to stick to only using the side fins, also called thruster Fins, when you are surfing.ĭo I need the Middle Fin if I am Using Side Fins?įor the most part, yes, but there can be some exceptions to that. Side fins do tend to increase the drag (or resistance) of your board which can cause you to be slower than using only the middle fin. While some do like to use the side fins for non-surf paddling, many experienced boarders find that it is best to leave them off. Of course, you will want to play around with all the positions to find the placement that works best for you. Positioning your fin In the middle of the fin slot will give you a mix of control, stability, tracking, and speed on your board. This fin placement will give you a mix of all the performance characteristics of the other fin placements, and is the one most favoured by paddle boarders. Any condition where you want a mix of tracking, and maneuverable.
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The V-Max series, as well as the Voyager series do well with fins further towards the tail for increased tracking. This is a good placement if you’re paddling longer distances and want to maximize the tracking of your board. The trade off is that it will be slower to turn. This will increase the stability of your board, and will also increase the boards tracking and speed.
Where do I Position the Middle fin on my Stand Up Paddle Board? Boards that are made with single fins are often intended towards flat water paddling, but even with a single fin, still perform great in surf! Without a fin, the board will just spin around. This is what keeps the board going in a straight line. Has the main middle fin at the tail, but also two smaller fins, called side fins or thruster fins, on either side of the main fin.Īlso known as a quad, this features a middle fin, and 4 thruster fins.įor paddling in flatter/calmer waters (basically any conditions other than whitewater or surf), you will want to have the middle fin installed at all times. There are several different fin set ups that your SUP may have: Single Fin Once you have your fin attached, these tips will help you optimize the performance of your board for whatever conditions you are paddling in.
The board, the paddle, and (even though they are the smallest) the fins - which play a vital role in the performance of your board. That’s why your paddle board fin set up is something you want to make sure you consider before you head out on your stand up paddle board. SUP fin placement can have a huge impact on how your board handles on the water.
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