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FCS thruster and quad sets are categorised by size. Each size category has an optimum weight range that can be used as a guide when choosing a fin:. This video explains the constructions currently used in the FCS fin range so you can make an educated decision going into your next fin purchase.

Soft Flex fins are molded using highly flexible urethane. Soft Flex is ideal for children and ' Beginners' as they gain confidence in the water. Understanding how these fin characteristics can change the performance of your surfboard is an important consideration when working out which FCS fins are best for you.

Length Length of a surfboard is the distance from the nose to the tail of a board. Width Wider the better. If you are a big dude then 3 inches should float you.

Always great to have a longboard for smaller summer conditions. Good resale value. Need to be able to catch unbroken green waves to get the most out of a fish not designed to catch white water with Be proficient at duck diving to help get under waves when paddling out. Non — epoxy versions get damaged quite easily particular on the nose and fishtail. Ability to turn and generate speed on a shortboard is key.

Need good balance to maintain stability Good Ability to turn and generate speed, to keep you the power zone and the board planning Can have weaker resale value compared to some of the other boards. Need good balance to maintain stability Ability to turn and generate speed to stay in the power zone to keep the board planning Can have weaker resale value compared to some of the other boards.

Conclusion So hopefully some of this information has helped you make a decision on what board is best for you. Big Squid Rated 5. Rated 4. Garish graphics and over-the-top colours are replaced with sleek design aesthetic, elegant in execution. Every surface and component is carefully detailed, using premium materials and a combination of modern technology and true craftsmanship.

We never compromise on quality to ensure your Mako is beautiful by design, every which way you look at it. The most enjoyable jet board is one that everyone can use.

And ready for anything. No matter the task, the Mako Slingshot is up to it — and then some. Under the carbon fibre skin a muscular heart beats pure performance, so you can go just about anywhere and do just about anything on the water. The potent XT 2-stroke engine unencumbered by weight, its straight-line performance paired with high levels of torque, even at low rpm.

The pre-tuned precision jetted carburettor and racing exhaust, with double reflection sonic supercharging, boosts this compact powerhouse to create an experience that is both unique and unforgettable.

That feeling as the engine hits max revs leaves no question as to why the Mako Slingshot sets the standard for power, acceleration and efficiency.

All encased in an incredibly compact design that weighs only five kilos. The XT is bred to keep you out on the water, where you belong. Thanks to the use of aerospace and motorsport-derived technologies, the XT is built tough and built to last; to deliver the most critical feature of all — peace of mind. What's in the box. To help you get the most out of your Mako Slingshot Jet Board. When it comes to determining the size wakesurf board you need, the first thing you need to determine is the shape of the board you want.

The size board you need varies depending on the shape you choose. Check out this article to help you determine the shape you want: Surf, Skim, or Hybrid. This comes down to looking at two different size characteristics: Length and Volume. Length is the main one as it is the biggest driver of Volume and other metrics such as Surface Area, even though width and thickness are definitely factors in those as well.

Wakesurf board length is the tip-to-tail size measurement of the board. It is the most important size characteristic to consider when purchasing a new wakesurf board. Length affects nearly all the performance characteristics of a wakesurf board, as outlined in the table below. Given that there are so many effects of board length on board performance, the best place to start with determining the wakesurf board size you need is to look simply at surfer weight.

From there, you can opt to lean towards the longer or shorter end of the range based on some of the other factors listed above.