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How does sail size and fin size relate on a windsurf board?

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Why should I change my Fin? The fin is just as important as the board or sail, yet is often overlooked. A switch in fin size, shape or quality can: Go Faster; Increase range; Carve tighter turns; Increase Upwind Performance; Travel straighter. Long vs Short & Stiff vs Soft. read more

When powered up, you ride the fin, not the board. Bigger sail sizes need bigger fins. I have three fins for my 105 L board for sails ranging from 7.5 down to 5.0. I have two fins for my Ultrasonic 147 - one for the 9.5M sail and one for the 7.5 M sail. read more

Stiffer fin = more lift + speed potential; Size does Matter! A short, wide fin with a swept tip will have as much surface area as a straight, narrow fin a couple inches longer. Gauging the exact size of fin needed is often a matter of personal preference. read more

Size does Matter! A short, wide fin with a swept tip will have as much surface area as a straight, narrow fin a couple inches longer. Gauging the exact size of fin needed is often a matter of personal preference. read more

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