Choosing the right surfboard fins can be complicated. The average novice surfer probably doesn’t care much, or notice, what fins they’re rocking. However, as a surfer progresses and starts to use the board more dynamically, they might start to get a little curious about how the fins are affecting the board’s performance. Some fins provide more speed. Some provide maneuverability. Some provide control. And conditions matter too; The fin you use in a barreling wave pool may not be the fin you want surfing your local beach break. Here’s an introduction to the basic anatomy of a fin. In this latest edition of WavePoolMag Basics, we explore surfboard fins. Why do we need fins? Before we get too ahead of ourselves, why do surfboards need fins anyway? Just like a sailboat with a keel to hold its heading, surfboards use fins to control the direction and movements of the board. … Continue reading Basics: Beginner’s guide to understanding surfboard fins