Futures Alpha 5 Fin Set F8
Description
Futures Alpha 5 Fin F8
The F8 Alpha 5-fin is a large sized set in the Neutral template category. Made in Huntington Beach, the Alpha product line now combines Bureo’s NetPlus recycled fishing nets with Futures’ Compound 6 carbon and air infused technology, offering stability and control at top speed. The rear fins are QD2 4.0 with Symmetrical foil. The 5-fin set is designed to be ridden as either a Thruster or Quad set-up, packaged together for more versatility through your quiver.
- Template Category | Neutral (balanced, all-around)
- Construction | Alpha (NetPlus)
- Ride Number | Balanced – 6.2 (tri) / 6.4 (quad)
- Size | Large (145 – 195 lbs)
Fin Specifications
| Side Fins | Center Fin | Rear Fin | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Area | 15.90 | 15.90 | 11.67 |
| Height | 4.64 | 4.64 | 4.05 |
| Base | 4.47 | 4.47 | 3.87 |
| Foil | FLAT | SYMM | SYMM |
THE FIRST SURF FINS MADE FROM RECYCLED FISHING NETS.
Made in California, Future's Alpha product line is now made by incorporating Bureo’s NetPlus recycled fishing nets with Futures’ compound 6 Carbon and Air infused technology. NetPlus material is sourced from Bureo’s fishing net recycling program in Chile, which provides collection points to keep plastic fishing nets out of our oceans. Preventing harmful materials from entering the ocean, their program protects wildlife and supports local fishing communities through financial incentives.
The Alpha product line is molded carbon fiber made in Huntington Beach, California that delivers every bit of performance you’d expect from an upgrade fin at a Balanced Ride Number. Incredibly lightweight & resilient, Alpha is the first of its kind; created using one-of-a-kind materials and new technologies developed by Futures.
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THE FIRST SURF FINS MADE FROM RECYCLED FISHING NETS.
Made in California, Future's Alpha product line is now made by incorporating Bureo’s NetPlus recycled fishing nets with Futures’ compound 6 Carbon and Air infused technology. NetPlus material is sourced from Bureo’s fishing net recycling program in Chile, which provides collection points to keep plastic fishing nets out of our oceans. Preventing harmful materials from entering the ocean, their program protects wildlife and supports local fishing communities through financial incentives.
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DIMENSIONS
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- HEIGHT : 4.37
- BASE : 4.22
- FOIL : FLAT
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- HEIGHT : 4.37
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